What's On in Southampton
Southampton's year-round programme of exciting events and activities will leave you spoilt for choice.
Discover a vibrant array of experiences from intimate gigs in remarkable venues to captivating theatre performances, musicals, and high-profile art exhibitions, our city buzzes with activity. Immerse yourself in guided walks and dive into a sea of festivals. There is SO much to experience! This page serves as the ultimate place for you to keep up to date with what's on all year round.
Don’t forget to keep an eye out for Southampton’s major annual events too, including the Southampton International Boat Show, Southampton Pride, and Summer Sessions music festival.
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Events not to be missed
Jersey Boys
- Nov 23, 2026 - Nov 28, 2026
The boys are back as the original Tony®-winning sensation returns to Mayflower as part of its…
Peter Pan - A Big Musical Adventure
- Mayflower Studios
- Dec 20, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
Get ready to embark on a journey to Neverland in a magical new production of Peter Pan – A BIG…
Southampton Film Week
- Nov 15, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026
Southampton Film Week was launched in 2008 as part of an initiative by community filmmaking charity…
Becoming Doctors: Stories of Identity, Inequality, and the Future of Care
- John Hansard Gallery
- Nov 17, 2026 - Dec 5, 2026
One in three doctors are currently struggling at work. We know that doctors care for their patients…
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