Blog (things to do) - Visit Hampshire

Planning to attend a festival in 2022? Festivals are back and better than ever! Hampshire will be playing host to several of the UK’s best festivals! If you’re looking for the top festivals to attend in Hampshire to dance the night away, for camping out under the stars or simply enjoying the festival food trucks - this is the guide for you!

From incredible ice rinks and marvelous Christmas Markets to meeting Father Christmas and wintery walks – there so much waiting for you to discover this festive season in Hampshire. 

Looking for a Christmas day out to remember? Wondering where the best place to see Santa is? Take your little ones on a magical day out to see Father Christmas in Hampshire. This year Father Christmas will be taking time out of his busy schedule and popping up across Hampshire in several top attractions to spread the festive cheer. 

On the hunt to find the best looking pumpkin to carve for Halloween? Or looking to cook up a storm with some pumpkin themed dishes? Hampshire has a number of pumpkin picking farms open this autumn for you and your family to pick your own pumpkins straight from the field.

Hampshire comes alive with colour during the autumn months and it is the perfect time to explore our two National Parks and the countryside. You'll find beautiful autumnal walks, scenic bike routes, cosy country pubs, luxury places to stay, and top attractions to explore! Not forgetting a jam-packed programme of events including spooky Halloween events and spectacular Bonfire and fireworks displays. 

To help you get the most of your long summer weekend, here is our guide to bank holidays events, places to visit, things to do, and last-minute bank holiday August breaks in Hampshire. 

Looking for something to do on Fathers Day this year? You can stop the search right here as we have put together the ultimate guide to the top things to do in Hampshire this Fathers Day. 

If you’re looking for fabulous things to do this summer, then look no further then Park Proms. Enjoy live music once again in the great outdoors with your loved ones! This is the event that we’ve all been waiting for - an unmissable experience featuring world-class artists and spectacular events in an outstanding location. 

Get outdoors in Hampshire or explore the county virtually during lockdown 2.0. Here is our guide to outdoor spaces that are open, places to explore on your doorstep and the best ways you can enjoy Hampshire from the comfort of your home. 

#EscapeTheEveryday this Autumn with a day trip or short break to Hampshire. Step away from your normal routine and discover Hampshire’s unique experiences, amazing places to stay, quality local food and drink, top attractions, and the abundance of outdoor space.

Looking to treat the one you love this Valentine’s Day? Want to step away from the status quo and do something a little different? This year Valentine's Day is Friday 14^th February 2020 and to help you plan the perfect day we have put together a guide of the best romantic things to do, plus a few alternative ideas.

Looking for things to do and places to visit this Autumn? Perhaps your looking for the perfect autumnal photo for Instagram? Here is our guide to the top 50 things to do this autumn in Hampshire.