Blog (Events) - Visit Hampshire

Is that the sound of sleigh bells? It’s the most wonderful time of the year and Santa Claus is coming to towns across Hampshire this December with plenty of cheerful opportunities to meet the man himself.

Step into Christmas with these festive light switch on celebrations and events taking place in Hampshire's cities and towns this November and December.

Make November a month to remember – from Bonfire Night fun to winter illuminations, and festive markets to Father Christmas’ first appearances of the year. Here are our top picks of what’s happening in Hampshire this November.

Stroll through fields dotted with orange and take some gourd-geous photos – from traditional pick-your-own farms to Halloween mazes and trails, these top pumpkin picking places in Hampshire are sure to hit the spot.

From ghostly trails to grown-up frights, lift your spirits this October with our complete guide to spooky family fun, spine-tingling adventures for adults, and alternative ideas for Halloween in Hampshire.

From autumn galas to moonlit adventures and spooky fun to sunny theatre, Hampshire has a golden selection of events to enjoy this season.

Here are our top picks of what’s happening in Hampshire this autumn.

Fall for Hampshire this autumn with golden leaves, crisp fresh air, spooky events, and wholesome days out.

Classic Jane Austen enthusiast or captivated by Regency-era Bridgerton?

Step forth into the ballroom, promenade in period finery, or relive historical adventures – read on for some ton-tastic days out in Hampshire inspired by all things Austen.  

Always a hot date in the summer diary, the August bank holiday weekend is chock-a-block with festivals, special events, and plenty of fun things to do.

If the six weeks of the summer holidays have you pondering (or panicking) about what to do to keep the children entertained, fear not! We’ve done the summer research for you and pulled together our top family things to do this summer holidays in Hampshire.

From chilled acoustic sessions to city centre gigs, and classical concerts to lively festivals packed with chart-topping acts, there’s something for every music fan in Hampshire this summer.

From scrumptious street food to lip-smacking local produce, if you enjoy your festivals with a side of tasty treats check out these foodie events on the menu in Hampshire this summer.