Guildhall Square -The Cultural Quarter

Southampton’s bustling Guildhall Square is well known as the Cultural Quarter of the city. Proud to be the hub of live music venues, museums, galleries, bars, cafes, and restaurants, this part of Southampton has developed immensely over the years to become a vibrant and arts-enriched space.

The Cultural Quarter is home to the O2 Guildhall, The Stage Door, Southampton City Art Gallery, SeaCity Museum, John Hansard Gallery (Studio 144), City Eye and Mayflower Studios. Not only is there lots to do and see in the businesses surrounding Guildhall Square, but the space itself plays host to many events, installations and exhibitions such as Southampton's annual Chinese New Year celebrations, Southampton Pride and Oktoberfest.

Whether you're looking for something fun and educational to do with the kids, a great night out, some fantastic food or an entertaining show, there's something for every occasion in the Cultural Quarter.

To ensure the smooth running of events and minimise disruptions to residents and businesses in the area, important information and updates regarding upcoming activities in Guildhall Square will be posted here 

Events in the Cultural Quarter

The Choir of Man

  • Nov 3, 2026 - Nov 7, 2026

Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit is now on its first ever…

Nov 03

WNO Autumn 2026

  • Nov 11, 2026 - Nov 13, 2026

We are delighted to welcome back the Welsh National Opera this Autumn with an incredible line-up of…

Nov 11

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…

Nov 23

Romeo & Juliet

  • Dec 3, 2026 - Dec 5, 2026

★★★★★ ‘Entertainment as vital, as alive, as stirring as can be’ The Telegraph Shakespeare’s…

Dec 03

Robin Hood

  • Dec 12, 2026 - Jan 3, 2027

Prepare to be transported to a world of magic, mischief, and mayhem as our arrow-shooting hero…

Dec 12

Cinderella

  • Mar 9, 2027 - Mar 13, 2027

London 1940. The Blackout. A siren sounds… New Adventures return to Mayflower with the 30th…

Mar 09

The Mousetrap

  • Apr 19, 2027 - Apr 24, 2027

Since 1952, Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap has captivated the world with silent clues, shifting…

Apr 19

It's A Sin

  • May 20, 2027 - May 22, 2027

Rambert’s new dance work It’s A Sin, inspired by the acclaimed series by Russell T Davies, directed…

May 20

UK Pride

Southampton has been chosen to host the UK's Pride event in 2027. The city will stage the…

Aug 28

Tom Allen

On sale dates General Public Fri 2 October at 11am Tom is totalling up what life is all about. He’s…

Nov 28