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Southampton offers a jammed packed programme of events throughout the year, with vibrant festivals, top sporting fixtures, West End touring theatre shows, festive delights, live music performances and much, much more. The city plays host to several internationally known events such as the Southampton Boat Show, Common People and ABP Southampton Marathon.


Festivals in Southampton

The two-day family friendly festival, Common People, takes place on Southampton Common and sees well-known artists and bands take to the stage to perform an extensive programme of music. As well as the live music you’ll find delicious street food and family attractions.

Southampton Mela Festival takes place in Hoglands Park and celebrates an assortment of musical styles including Bollywood, World Music, Asian Fusions, Indian Classical and Flamenco. See performances on the main stage, enjoy family activities and taste foods from around the world.


Southampton’s Cultural Quarter

The city’s Cultural Quarter is home to some of Southampton’s best event spaces. The O2 Guildhall Southampton offers a schedule of live music performances, Southampton City Art Gallery and John Hansard Gallery host special art exhibitions and the MAST Studios offers a programme of performing arts, talks, films and comedians. The space in the middle of the Cultural Quarter also hosts a number of pop-up events throughout the year including cycling events, performances and parades.


Fireworks in Southampton

On Bonfire Night head to Mayflower Park where the city puts on a specular display of fireworks over Southampton water.


Southampton Boat Show

In September the city plays host to the Southampton Boat Show. This internationally renowned event attracts thousands of visitors from across the globe to admire and purchase the latest super yachts, sailing boats and maritime equipment. The event offers a number of family activities and taster sessions for SUP, kayaking, sailing and other water-based activities.


Sporting events in Southampton

Southampton Football Club’s stadium is a short walk from the city centre and holds Premier League, and international football matches, as well as concerts and stadium tours.

If you love cricket head to The Ageas Bowl Cricket ground on the outskirts of the city. The ground host Twenty20, 1 day and test matches at national and international cricket level as well as concerts and the popular Ageas Bowl Fireworks in November.

During the spring the city closes its roads for the annual ABP Marathon Event. This event has built in popularity each year and now attractions thousands of runners from across the country. The event includes a full marathon, half marathon, 10k and a fun run mile for children.


Christmas in Southampton

At Christmas step into a winter wonderland when the city centre and high street comes alive with a German inspired Christmas market and festive ice rink. The Christmas pantomime at The Mayflower Theatre is a must see.


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  1. The Big Eat Festival at Royal Victoria Country Park

    Netley Abbey

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    From:
    24 May 2025to26 May 2025Various Opening Times

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    Free
  2. Say it with flowers willow weaving workshop on Valentine's Day at River Hamble Country Park

    Bursledon, Southampton

    Dates

    From:
    14 Feb 2025Open 09:30 - 15:30
  3. Wizard of Oz Drone Light Show: Southampton at Utilita Bowl Stadium

    West End, Southampton

    Dates

    From:
    8 Mar 2025Open 17:00 - 21:30
  4. Steamship Shieldhall - Steam to the Solent, Titanic theme

    Western Docks, Southampton

    Dates

    From:
    14 June 2025Open 15:30 - 19:00
  5. Chris McCausland: Yonks! at MAST Mayflower Studios

    Southampton

    Dates

    From:
    18 Feb 2025
  6. Welsh National Opera Peter Grimes at Mayflower Theatre

    Southampton

    Dates

    From:
    30 Apr 2025Open 19:00 -
  7. Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham at Turner Sims

    University of Southampton, Southampton

    Dates

    From:
    3 Apr 2025Open 20:00 - 22:00
  8. Steamship Shieldhall One-Way Cruise to Poole

    Southampton

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    From:
    8 Mar 2025Open 10:30 - 16:30
  9. Quadrophenia A Mod Ballet at Mayflower Theatre

    Southampton

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    18 June 2025Open 19:30 -
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    19 June 2025Open 14:00 -
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  10. The Girl on the Train at Mayflower Theatre

    Southampton

    Dates

    From:
    22 July 2025to26 July 2025
  11. Legend The Music of Bob Marley at Mayflower Theatre

    Southampton

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    From:
    15 July 2025Open 19:30 -