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Enjoy a mix of heritage, history, lively arts whilst visiting Southampton - our guide to events and days out is just the ticket.

Whether you're looking to brush up on local history at a museum, enjoy local arts, watch some sport, or listen to live music, you're sure to find things to do in Southampton to suit all the family, whatever the weather.

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Tourist Information

Everything you need to know if you're visiting Southampton as a visitor or a resident.

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Forthcoming events in Southampton

29
MAY
Lee Mead - The Best of Me Tour
Central Hall Southampton

Lee shot to fame in 2007 on the BBC reality TV show Any Dream Will Do. Beating 10000 other hopefuls in the live finals to be crowned as Joseph in Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rices Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.Lee…

TEL: 02380 237700
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11
JUL
Danny Baker - Aye Aye! Ahoy Hoy!
Central Hall Southampton

The Unstoppable Talking Panjandrum is back in TownCelebrating 50 years afloat on the Showbiz SeasDead Men Tell No Talesso might as well get em all told nowAvastTwo Thundering Hours GuaranteedAs Seen On BBC1 BBC2 BBC4 And Virtually Every…

TEL: 02380 237700
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26
AUG
Digital Age Expo 26th - 28th August 2025 |Virtual
12 Shirley Road

Digital Age Expo 2025 brings together members of the local business community to display demonstrate and discuss their latest products and services. Participate in connecting and networking with existing and potential new customers reinforcing relationships with dealers and distributors and networking with…

Category: Exhibitions

TEL: 07454 675398
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19
SEP
Southampton International Boat Show
Gate House

Whether youre a curious newcomer seasoned water sports lover or serious boat buyer the 2025 show offers something for everyone. Spanning ten days at Mayflower Park and across Europes largest purpose‐built marina the show will feature hundreds of top marine brands showcasing…

Category: Lifestyle

TEL: 01784 473377
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17
OCT
The Best Of Grohl (Foo Fighters, Nirvana, QOTSA)
The Attic Southampton

Foo FightersNirvanaQOTSAThe Best Of Grohl is the ultimate rock show based in the UK dedicated to the legendary rock icon Dave Grohl. Nirvana Foo Fighters Queens Of The Stone Age Tenacious D Probot & Them Crooked Vultures. …

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08
NOV
Kerry Ellis - Queen of the West End
Central Hall Southampton

Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End. From My Fair Lady to We Will Rock You from Les Miserables to Wicked in both the West End and on Broadway she has starred in musical theatres biggest roles making shows her…

TEL: 02380 237700
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26
NOV
G4 Christmas 2025 - Southampton Central Hall
Central Hall,

.Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with G4s most extensive Christmas tour ever in the most awe‐inspiring cathedrals priories minsters halls and abbeys across the UK for 39 dates.G4 bring glad tidings of great joy this festive season…

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Tourist Attractions


Beaulieu Palace House

Formerly the 14th century Great Gatehouse of Beaulieu Abbey, Palace House is set in glorious grounds and gardens with immaculate spreading lawns and walkways overlooking the Beaulieu River. The House has been in Lord Montagu's family ownership since 1538, when Sir Thomas Wriothesley, later 1st Earl of Southampton,…

Beaulieu National Motor Museum

Few car museums in the world can match the unique collection of the world renowned National Motor Museum at Beaulieu. Managed by the National Motor Museum Trust, Beaulieu is also the home of the world famous Beaulieu International Autojumble and Automart. Whether your interest is as an individual,…

Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway

Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway is a magical place in the New Forest National ParkThe Gardens are a spectacular 200 acre 100 hectare site, world‐famous for the Rothschild Collection of rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias and rare trees and shrubs. This earthly paradise offers a riot of colour in spring,…

Beaulieu

Beaulieu, one of the South of England's top day visitor attractions, is set in the heart of the New Forest, the UK's newest National Park. Beaulieu is a guaranteed great family day out with lots for everyone to enjoy including the world famous National Motor Museum, Palace House,…

Marwell Zoo

Come and see some of the most beautiful and interesting animals in the world. Marwell has 200 different species from tropical frogs to big cats, from little lovebirds to awesome ostrich. Marwell is a delightful setting for our precious rare animals and it's a great day out for…

Paultons Park

Paultons Family Theme Park in Hampshire, on the edge of the New Forest, offers a great family day out with over 50 different attractions and rides included in the price. The variety of things to see and do includes thrilling and gentle rides, dinosaurs, museums, animated shows, play…

Want more?

Want to see what other attractions to visit when in Southampton? See our list of attractions in Southampton, including theme parks, castles, historic houses, zoos and many more family days out.


Updated: 14/05/2025 03:43:42

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