What's On in Hampshire

Amazing Otters and where to find them

Time: 10:00

Venue: New Forest Wildlife Park

Address: Deerleap Lane, SO40 4UH

Website: https://newforestwildlifepark.co.uk/

Join NFWP'S Otter trail, learning about all 13 species of otter, taking part in otter crafts (pebble painting and otter badges), becoming your favourite animal from around the park through facepaint and...

The SpongeBob Musical

Time: 14:30

Venue: Kings Theatre

Address: Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 2QJ

Website: https://www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk/whatson-event/spongebob-the-musical/

The broadway muscial visits Portsmouth for the first time, performed by The Kings Theatre Arts Academy. 2.30pm (both days), 7.30pm (Sat). From £10.

878AD Experience

Time: 10:00

Venue: 878AD

Address: The Brooks Shopping Centre, Winchester SO23 8QY

Website: 878ad.co.uk

An immersive experience taking visitors back to medieval Wessex, recreated by the makers of Assassin's Creed Valhalla. Recounts the every day stories of Anglo-Saxon Winchester, and offers the chance to...

Donkey Experience

Time: 11:00

Venue: Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

Address: Lower Winstone Farm, Wroxall, IOW, PO38 4AA

Website: www.iowdonkeysanctuary.org

Spend two hours behind the scenes, being part of the sanctuary's animal care team. You could be helping with tasks like feeding, grooming and mucking out. For ages 11 and over. Daily at 11am and 1.30pm....

Donkey Grooming

Time: 10:00

Venue: Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

Address: Lower Winstone Farm, Wroxall, IOW, PO38 4AA

Website: www.iowdonkeysanctuary.org

Spend some time with one of the donkeys, giving them a really good groom with lots of cuddles, and give the scan and match activity a go. Ages 5 years and over. £10. Tues and Fri various times

Boscombe Down Aviation Collection

Time: 10:00

Venue: Old Sarum Airfield Museum

Address: Hangar 1 South, Old Sarum Airfield, Old Sarum, Salisbury, SP4 6DZ

Website: http://www.boscombedownaviationcollection.co.uk/

A chance to sit in the cockpits of historicjet aircraft from the Meteor NF11 used for radar trials to the Hunter F6A complete with its original paint scheme. Open 10am-5pm.

A Real Hands-on Experience

Time: 10:00

Venue: Longdown Activity Farm

Address: Deerleap Lane, Ashurst, New Forest SO20 7EH

Website: longdownfarm.co.uk

A "farm-tastic" day for the whole family promising a hands-on experience where children can enjoy a full schedule of animal activities running throughout the day. Under 3s go free. 10am-5pm.

Mysteries & Mayhem

Time: 09:30

Venue: Winchester Science Centre

Address: Telegraph Way, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1HZ

Website: https://www.winchestersciencecentre.org/

Calling all science spies and curious kids, head to the science centre for mysteries and mayhem. Join the Science Spy School show and watch as light uncovers the secrets of the mystery safe. Plus, put...

King Arthur

Time: 19:00

Venue: New Theatre Royal

Address: 20-24 Guildhall Walk, Portsmouth, PO1 2DD

Website: https://www.newtheatreroyal.com/performances/king-arthur/

Camelot is in trouble. King Arthur knows that if he doesn’t turn things around, this civilisation will be forgotten. But when three hapless squires approach him about changing that legacy… a legend...

12th Night

Time: 19:00

Venue: Kings Theatre

Address: Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 2QJ

Website: https://www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk/whatson-event/12th-night/

Shakespeare's classic retold through 90s retro music. Performed by The Kings Theatre Arts Academy. 7pm.

Playtime Play-along Theatre Adventures

Time: 10:00

Venue: The Point

Address: Leigh Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 9DE

Website: https://www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk/events/playtime-play-along-theatre-adventures-mar-2024/

Join Ratty and her friends for a fun and gentle introduction to theatre with play-along storytelling, original music, puppetry, theatre games, movement, and lots of imaginative play. Runs 10am to 11am...

Wicked

Time: 19:30

Venue: Mayflower Theatre

Address: 22-26 Commercial Rd, Southampton SO15 1GE

Website: https://www.mayflower.org.uk/whats-on/wicked-2024/

This award-winning musical flies back to Southampton complete with all the spectacle and magic that make ‘this lavish touring production‘ (Southern Daily Echo) such an unforgettable and unmissable...

Toddler Tour with Doris the Detective

Time: 11:00

Venue: Kings Theatre

Address: Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 2QJ

Website: https://www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk/whatson-event/toddler-tour-with-doris-the-detective/

Interactive tour of The Kings Theatre for ages 5 and under.

You Are The Sun

Time: 11:00

Venue: Portsmouth Guildhall

Address: Guildhall Guildhall Square, Portsmouth PO1 2AB

Website: www.portsmouthguildhall.org.uk/whats-on/event/you-are-the-sun/

An opera for babies and grownups that explores the magic of nature. Combining the joy of gentle classical singing and sensory play, it is an invitation to see beauty in the smallest things and to let plants...

Craft Sessions

Time: 10:00

Venue: QECP

Address: Gravel Hill, Horndean PO8 0QE, United Kingdom

Website: https://www.hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/countryparks/qecp

Craft sessions, outdoor trail and guided family sessions. 10am-4pm.

Donkey Grooming

Time: 09:00

Venue: Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

Address: Lower Winstone Farm, Wroxall, IOW, PO38 4AA

Website: www.iowdonkeysanctuary.org

Spend time with one of the donkeys, giving them a good groom with lots of cuddles, and try out the scan and match activity! Ages 5 years and over. £10. Various dates and times - see website for info.

Half Term at Staunton Farm

Time: 10:00

Venue: Staunton Farm

Address: Middle Park Way, Havant PO9 5HB, United Kingdom

Website: Staunton Farm | Hampshire County Council (hants.gov.uk)

Spring trail, face paints, craft and activities for all the family to enjoy this May half-term. Runs from 10am-4pm.

Lepe Spring Fair

Time: 10:00

Venue: Lepe Country Park

Address: Country Park Lepe, Exbury, Southampton SO45 1AD

Website: https://www.hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/countryparks/lepe/whats-on/Spring-Fair

Buckets of fun on the cliff top at this spring fair, featuring, live music, bouncy castle, face painting, merry-go-round, stalls, and alpacas, plus the chance to win a bundle of beach goodies. Take a picnic...

Love Your Zoo week

Time: 10:00

Venue: Marwell Zoo

Address: Thompson's Lane, Colden Common, Winchester, SO21 1JH

Website: www.marwell.org.uk

Visit Marwell to celebrate national Love Your Zoo week and let your little monkeys get closer to nature. Discover 145 different species including a new snow leopard, Amur tigers, a sloth and penguins....

May Half Term at Mottisfont

Time: 10:00

Venue: Mottisfont, National Trust

Address: Mottisfont, nr Romsey, Hampshire SO51 0LP

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/hampshire/mottisfont

Choose from one of three themed activity packs to help you explore Mottisfont at your own pace, whether you want to discover art, the garden, or the natural world. Runs from 10am to 5pm. Property admission...

May Half Term: D-Day Deceptions

Time: 10:00

Venue: The Tank Museum

Address: Bovington, Dorset, BH20 6JG

Website: www.tankmuseum.org/events

D-Day themed activities, family-friendly crafts, talks and tours alongside real examples of D-Day 'Funny' tanks. Museum open 10am-5pm.

Meet our Donkeys!

Time: 11:30

Venue: Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

Address: Lower Winstone Farm, Wroxall, IOW, PO38 4AA

Website: www.iowdonkeysanctuary.org

A free guided tour and talk. Learn all about how the sanctuary cares for animals, hear donkeys' stories. You might want to adopt your favourite donkey after the tour. Advance booking recommended. 11.30am...

Nuts about Nature

Time: 10:00

Venue: Manor Farm

Address: Pyland's Ln, Southampton SO31 1BH, United Kingdom

Website: https://www.hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/countryparks/manorfarm

Join the farm for nature themed activities and crafts. 10am-4pm. Free event, but parking charges apply.

Sensory wildlife bingo

Time: 10:00

Venue: The Vyne

Address: Vyne Rd, Sherborne St John, Hampshire, RG24 9HL

Website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/the-vyne

Use what you can see, hear, touch and smell to spot signs of wildlife. Pick whether you want to be Team Squirrel, Team Woodpecker or Team Dragonfly and race each other to complete your free sheet available...

Timothy Tortoise Trail

Time: 10:30

Venue: Gilbert White's House

Address: High Street, Selborne, Hampshire GU34 3BN

Website: www.gilbertwhiteshouse.org.uk/

Pick up a Timothy Tortoise Trail bag from reception and get a ‘tortoise-eye’ view of the world as you go round the grounds! Bags contain resources and activities for sensory engagement. Suitable for...

You Are The Sun

Time: 11:00

Venue: Portsmouth Guildhall

Address: Guildhall Square. Portsmouth PO1 2AB

Website: https://www.portsmouthguildhall.org.uk/whats-on/event/you-are-the-sun/

The Lens Studio hosts this opera for babies and grownups that explores the magic of nature. Combining the joy of gentle classical singing and sensory play, this is an invitation to see beauty in the smallest...

Fireman Sam

Time: 12:00

Venue: The Haymarket

Address: Wote Street, Basingstoke, RG21 7NW

Website: www.anvilarts.org.uk

Brand-new for 2024, a spectacular live show for all the family. When Norman heads off into the mountains and gets stranded, it is up to Fireman Sam to save the day and ensure everyone is safe. Performances...

Andy And The Odd Socks

Time: 14:30

Venue: Portsmouth Guildhall

Address: Guildhall Guildhall Square, Portsmouth PO1 2AB

Website: www.portsmouthguildhall.org.uk/whats-on/event/andy-and-the-odd-socks/

Straight off the TV and onto the live stage, Andy and the Odd Socks bring their madcap mix of songs, slapstick and silliness to life with a show to entertain families of all ages. 2.30pm. £25.15-£36.75.

Pamper a Donkey

Time: 11:00

Venue: Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

Address: Lower Winstone Farm, Wroxall, IOW, PO38 4AA

Website: www.iowdonkeysanctuary.org

Learn all about how the sanctuary cares for its donkeys and have a go yourself. Educational and fun, you’ll groom your donkey and walk them on the lead. Fifty minute session for ages 7 and over. Available...

Pamper a Shetland Pony

Time: 13:30

Venue: Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

Address: Lower Winstone Farm, Wroxall, IOW, PO38 4AA

Website: www.iowdonkeysanctuary.org

Learn all about how the sanctuary cares for its donkeys and have a go yourself. Educational and fun, you’ll groom your donkey and walk them on the lead. Fifty minute session for ages 7 and over. 1.30pm...

Play In A Day

Time: 10:00

Venue: Princes Hall Theatre

Address: Princes Way, Aldershot GU11 1NX

Website: https://www.princeshall.com/event/166801ARPSHMSHCJKGRBRDBSQJJSCSVCQ/Play-In-A-Day

A must for all drama fans! Leader Debi Rush offers the opportunity to learn new theatrical skills, meet new friends, build confidence and work on a short play that will be performed to parents at the end...

Bluey Meet & Greet at Spinnaker Tower

Time: 10:00

Venue: Spinnaker Tower

Address: Spinnaker Tower, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 3TT

Website: https://www.spinnakertower.co.uk/events/event/bluey-meet-greet-29th-30th-may/

Bluey is making appearances at Spinnaker Tower Portsmouth at various times and you’re invited to join in the fun. Get up close with Bluey herself! Don’t forget to bring your camera along to capture...

Dance In A Day

Time: 10:00

Venue: Princes Hall Theatre

Address: Princes Way, Aldershot GU11 1NX

Website: https://www.princeshall.com/event/169601ALVRHMPBCVCJMJHTSJJHHNKHJVM/Dance-In-A-Day

A must for all dance fans, and movers & shakers! Leader Sian offers the opportunity to learn new dance moves and skills, meet new friends, build confidence and work on a number of short choreographed pieces...

The Lion Inside

Time: 13:30

Venue: MAST Mayflower Studios

Address: 142-144 Above Bar Street, Southampton, SO14 7DU

Website: www.mayflower.org.uk/whats-on/the-lion-inside-2024/

Based on the bestselling story by Rachel Bright & Jim Field, this is a brand-new stage adaptation of the tail of a mous, fed up of being ignored and forgotten by the other animals, who wishes he could...

Timothy Tortoise Story Walk

Time: 11:30

Venue: Gilbert White's House

Address: High Street, Selborne, Hampshire GU34 3BN

Website: www.gilbertwhiteshouse.org.uk/

Timothy was Gilbert White’s much-loved tortoise and Gilbert wrote about Timothy’s escapades in his letters and journals. Join an interactive story walk around the grounds: meet the puppet Timothy,...

A Woodland Wonder

Time: 10:00

Venue: Proteus Creation Space

Address: Proteus Creation Space, Council Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 3DH

Website: https://www.proteustheatre.com

Join Ratty and her friends as they learn about the environment in this fun and gentle introduction to theatre with play-along storytelling, original music, puppetry, theatre games, movement, and lots...

Fireman Sam

Time: 14:30

Venue: Princes Hall

Address: Princes Way, Aldershot, GU11 1NX

Website: www.princeshall.com

Norman wants to go on an adventure, and follows two famous explorers into the mountains. Fireman Sam must save the day and ensure everyone is safe on their camping adventure. See website for times. £72...

Port Solent Kids Club - Birds of Prey

Time: 11:00

Venue: Port Solent

Address: The Boardwalk, Portsmouth, PO6 4TP

Website: www.portsolent.com

See amazing birds of prey, with flying shows at 12pm & 3pm. Then get crafty with the Creation Station. 11am-4pm. Free

The Curious World of Science, with the Science Dude

Time: 14:00

Venue: The Point

Address: Leigh Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 9DE

Website: https://www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk/events/the-curious-world-of-science-with-the-science-dude-may-2024/

Join the Science Dude for a fun-filled show where you will be amazed, entertained, fascinated, and dazzled by a whole host of experiments. Runs 2pm to 2.45pm. £9 full price/£7 concessions

Out of the Hat

Time: 11:00

Venue: The Berry Theatre

Address: Wildern Lane, Hedge End, Hampshire, SO30 4EJ

Website: https://www.theberrytheatre.co.uk/events/out-of-the-hat-may-2024/

When Doris and Delilah wake up to find something strange and sparkly has fallen from the sky, they are inspired to put on the world’s greatest magic show! A story about friendship and the true magic...

Sunset at the Trust

Time: 16:00

Venue: Hawk Conservancy Trust

Address: Hawk Conservancy Trust, Visitor Centre, Weyhill, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 8DY

Website: https://www.hawk-conservancy.org/sunset-at-the-trust/

The Hawk Conservancy Trust invites you to a special summer’s evening with their feathered friends. Against a setting sun, you’ll have the opportunity to meet a wide range of their incredible birds...

The Cheese and Chilli Festival

Time: 10:00

Venue: North Walls Recreation Ground

Address: Winchester

Website: https://cheeseandchillifestival.com/winchester/

A family show promising something for everyone. Traders selling cheese and chilli-related products abound, as well as other craft and retail stands. A family area accommodates free shows such as wrestling,...

Mini Ravers

Time: 12:30

Venue: Portsmouth Guildhall

Address: Guildhall Square. Portsmouth PO1 2AB

Website: https://www.portsmouthguildhall.org.uk/whats-on/event/mini-ravers-3/

Expect meet & greets with the characters, parachute, giant inflatable balloons and a whole load more! 12.30pm. From £2.75.

Unwrapped Festival

Time: 10:30

Venue: Leigh Road Park & Greta Park

Address: Leigh Road, Eastleigh S050 9DE AND Greta Park, Upper Northam Road, Hedge End So30 4DZ

Website: https://www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk/unwrapped/

Enjoy shared live experience as performers spill out of the theatres into the Borough of Eastleigh. With a firm family focus, Unwrapped Festival showcases high quality, hand-picked live performances, alongside...

Second Sundays Andover

Time: 10:00

Venue: Andover High Street

Address: Andover High St, Hampshire, SP10 1NT

Website: secondsundaysandover.co.uk

Join in a free creative workshop at Andover's monthly market, using recycled materials. Enjoy shopping, street food and music. 10am-3pm.

Playtime Play-along Theatre Adventures

Time: 10:00

Venue: The Point

Address: Leigh Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 9DE

Website: https://www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk/events/playtime-play-along-theatre-adventures-mar-2024/

Join Ratty and her friends for a fun and gentle introduction to theatre with play-along storytelling, original music, puppetry, theatre games, movement, and lots of imaginative play. Runs 10am to 11am...

The Tiger Who Came to Tea

Time: 16:30

Venue: The Haymarket

Address: Wote Street, Basingstoke, RG21 7NW

Website: www.anvilarts.org.uk

The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they don't expect to see at the door is a big, stripey tiger! Performances: Fri 16.30, Sat 11am &...

Father's Day Weekend Events.

Time: 10:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

Promises fantastic family events across Father's Day weekend. Model railway exhibition and tree climbing competition on both dates. Austin Counties Car Show and half price gardens admission for dads on...

Quiet Morning

Time: 10:00

Venue: The Tank Museum

Address: Bovington, Dorset, BH20 6JG

Website: www.tankmuseum.org/events

Quiet morning aimed at anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to the museum. Sensory backpacks can be borrowed. Museum open 10am-5pm.

Tractor Time

Time: 10:00

Venue: Longdown Activity Farm

Address: Deerleap Lane, Ashurst, Southampton. SO40 7EH

Website: longdownfarm.co.uk

Vintage tractor displays and tractor & trailer rides. 10am to 5pm daily. £12.50 per person (aged 3 and over)

WiFi Wars

Time: 14:00

Venue: The Point

Address: Leigh Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 9DE

Website: https://www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk/events/wifi-wars-2024-jun-2024/

WiFi Wars returns with the live comedy game show where everyone plays along. Log in with your smartphone or tablet and compete in a range of games, puzzles and quizzes to win the show, and prizes. Runs...

Father's Day Racing

Time: 09:00

Venue: Salisbury Racecourse

Address: Netherhampton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 8PN

Website: www.salisburyracecourse.co.uk

Plenty to do for children as the racecourse welcomes dads, and the entire family, as the season progresses. £24 (adult)/free (under 18s).

Filskit Theatre: Wonder Gigs

Time: 10:15

Venue: New Theatre Royal

Address: 20-24 Guildhall Walk, Portsmouth, PO1 2DD

Website: https://www.newtheatreroyal.com/performances/filskit-theatre-wonder-gigs/

Promises an uplifting 45 minutes with your little one as live musicians play acoustic versions of well-known pop songs, all arranged to be enjoyable for both big & small ears. 10.15am. £3

Basingstoke Festival

Time: 11:00

Venue: Across Basingstoke and Deane

Address: Basingstoke Festival, Basingstoke, RG21 7QA

Website: www.BasingstokeFestival.co.uk

Three weekends of family-friendly fun as Basingstoke’s annual summer outdoor arts festival returns for 2024. Enjoy outdoor performances including circus, dance, music and street theatre from a mix of...

Goldilocks The Ballet

Time: 13:00

Venue: The Point

Address: Leigh Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 9DE

Website: https://www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk/events/goldilocks-the-ballet-jun-2024/

Bringing this classic children’s story to life, this is the perfect opportunity for the whole family to enjoy the magic of live, professional ballet for a special treat. Runs from 1pm to 1.40pm and 3.30pm...

Andover Wellbeing Fair

Time: 10:00

Venue: Andover High Street

Address: Andover High St, Hampshire, SP10 1NT

Website: thinkandovertowncentre.co.uk/events

A great place to meet local groups and organisations, to find out more about services and opportunities available locally to help everyone get active and feel good. 10am-2pm, free.

Tankfest 2024

Time: 10:00

Venue: The Tank Museum

Address: Bovington, Dorset, BH20 6JG

Website: www.tankmuseum.org/events

Three full days of arena action, with explosive displays of unique historic and modern armour running throughout the weekend. Museum open 10am-5pm.

Film Screening: The Wizard of Oz

Time: 13:00

Venue: New Theatre Royal

Address: 20-24 Guildhall Walk, Portsmouth, PO1 2DD

Website: https://www.newtheatreroyal.com/performances/the-wizard-of-oz-film/

When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy (Judy Garland) and her dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical land of Oz. They follow the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City to meet...

Andover Cycling Festival - Family Fun Day

Time: 14:00

Venue: Vigo Recreation Ground

Address: Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1HH

Website: thinkandovertowncentre.co.uk/events

Take part in family cycling activities, races and watch a special stunt bike show. 2pm-6pm.

Hampshire County Youth Orchestra

Time: 16:00

Venue: The Anvil

Address: Churchill Way, Basingstoke, RG21 7QR

Website: www.anvilarts.org.uk

Promises a fantastic afternoon of music as "Hampshire's most talented young musicians" return for their final concert of the 2023/24 season, before embarking on a tour to France. 4pm. £15 (adult)/£10...

Wallop Wheels and Wings

Time: 10:00

Venue: Army Flying Museum

Address: Middle Wallop, Hampshire, SO20 8FB

Website: www.armyflying.com

A fun day out for the whole family with displays of aircraft, classic/super cars, shopping village, and lots of activities for families to get hands-on. 10am.

Second Sundays Andover

Time: 10:00

Venue: Andover High Street

Address: Andover High St, Hampshire, SP10 1NT

Website: secondsundaysandover.co.uk

Join in a free creative workshop at Andover's monthly market, to make animal-themed prints. Enjoy shopping, street food and music. 10am-3pm.

Ultimate Activity Camp

Time: 09:00

Venue: Twyford School

Address: Winchester, SO21 1NW

Website: www.ultimateactivity.co.uk

Activity day camps for 4- to 14-year-olds with more than 40 activities, including swimming, bowling, football and many more. Promises to develop your child's skills, get them active and socialising with...

The Smallest Festival in the World

Time: 11:00

Venue: Proteus Creation Space

Address: Proteus Creation Space, Council Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 3DH

Website: https://www.proteustheatre.com

Kickstart your summer with a family festival like no other! What if you could experience all the fun of a festival in under two hours and still get to go home to your warm, comfy bed at the end?! For its...

Ultimate Activity Camp

Time: 09:00

Venue: Twyford School

Address: Winchester, SO21 1NW

Website: www.ultimateactivity.co.uk

Activity day camps for 4- to 14-year-olds with more than 40 activities, including swimming, bowling, football and many more. Promises to develop your child's skills, get them active and socialising with...

Ultimate Activity Camp

Time: 09:00

Venue: Stroud King Edward VI School

Address: Romsey, SO51 9ZH

Website: www.ultimateactivity.co.uk

Activity day camps for 4- to 14-year-olds with more than 40 activities, including swimming, bowling, football and many more. Promises to develop your child's skills, get them active and socialising with...

Zog and the Flying Doctors

Time: 16:30

Venue: MAST Mayflower Studios

Address: 142-144 Above Bar Street, Southampton, SO14 7DU

Website: https://www.mayflower.org.uk/whats-on/zog-and-the-flying-doctors-2024/

The roar-some crew are back for a brand new adventure! Join Zog, and his Flying Doctor Crew as they tend to a sunburnt mermaid, a unicorn with one too many horns and a lion with the flu. 10.30am, 1.30pm...

Donkey Days

Time: 11:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

Parc Ponies return with their beautiful donkeys. Various dates throughout summer holidays. £4 per ride plus gardens admission or membership. 11am-4pm.

Port Solent kids Club Disco

Time: 11:00

Venue: Port Solent

Address: The Boardwalk, Portsmouth, PO6 4TP

Website: www.portsolent.com

Children's disco with dancing, games and lots of fun. 11am, 1pm or 3pm. Free

Family Workshop: Make a Butterfly House

Time: 10:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

Create your own house for the butterflies in your garden and make your very butterfly garden to take home. Various dates throughout the summer holidays. Morning and afternoon drop in sessions. £7 per...

Newtown Randy-O

Time: 10:30

Venue: Newtown National Nature Reserve

Address: Town Lane, Newtown, Isle of Wight, PO30 4PA

Website: Newtown National Nature Reserve | IOW | National Trust

Travel back to the medieval past at the nature reserve. Discover the Randy-O festival, filled with archery, dress up, slackline balancing and more. 10.30am-5pm. Free.

Summer of Play

Time: 10:30

Venue: Needles Old Battery

Address: West High Down, Alum Bay, Isle of Wight, PO39 0JH

Website: The Needles Old Battery and New Battery | National Trust

Traditional games on the parade ground: test your skills with skittles, quiots, semaphore flag signalling and code breaking. 10.30am-5pm. Free but normal admission applies.

Warrior Trail

Time: 10:30

Venue: Mottistone Gardens

Address: Mottistone, near Brighstone, Isle of Wight, PO30 4ED

Website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/isle-of-wight/mottistone-gardens-and-estate

This warrior-themed activity trail introduces kids to the story of the real War Horse this summer holiday. 10.30am-5pm, free but normal admission applies.

Summer at the Mill

Time: 10:30

Venue: Bembridge Windmdill

Address: High Street/Mill Road, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, PO35 5SQ

Website: Bembridge Windmill | Isle of Wight | National Trust

Jump around the windmill grounds in a sack race or challenge your friends and famiy to a game of giant jenga. There's a mud bakery to makes mud pies in too. Each Sun, Tues, Weds & Thurs, 10.30am-5pm. Free...

Ultimate Activity Camp

Time: 09:00

Venue: Twyford School

Address: Winchester, SO21 1NW

Website: www.ultimateactivity.co.uk

Activity day camps for 4- to 14-year-olds with more than 40 activities, including swimming, bowling, football and many more. Promises to develop your child's skills, get them active and socialising with...

Falconry Day

Time: 11:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

Toby Puddle of South Wilts Falconry visits on 29 July, 7 and 17 August, showcasing a beautiful selection of birds of prey. Flying displays at 11.30am and 1.30pm. Free with gardens admission or membership....

Matilda Jnr Summer Holiday Workshop (4-6 yrs)

Time: 09:15

Venue: Crookhorn College

Address: Stakes Hill Road, Waterlooville PO9 7UD

Website: www.stagecoach.co.uk/havant

A five day performing arts workshop with a show for family and friends to enjoy at the end of the course. 9.15am to 12.15pm daily. £110/£70 (siblings)

Matilda Jnr Summer Holiday Workshop (6-18 yrs)

Time: 09:30

Venue: Crookhorn College

Address: Stakes Hill Road, Waterlooville PO9 7UD

Website: www.stagecoach.co.uk/havant

A five day, performing arts workshop with a show for family and friends to enjoy at the end of the course. 9.30am-3.30pm daily. £180/£120 (siblings)

Cillian O'Connor: My Magic World

Time: 19:00

Venue: Theatre Royal

Address: 21-23 Jewry Street, Winchester, SO23 8SB

Website: www.cilliansmagic.com

Fresh from his success on 'Britain's Got Talent', Cillian promises to enchant and amaze audiences with his display of magic. Special guest Ryland Petty of 'America's Got Talent' 7pm. From £20.50

The New Forest and Hampshire County Show

Time: 08:00

Venue: The Showground

Address: New Park, Brockenhurst, Hampshire, SO42 7QH

Website: www.newforestshow.co.uk

A world of forest fun awaits as the three day annual event returns with dazzling displays, games, competitions and even a motorbike stunt performance too. Meet the animals, try local food and drink, watch...

Family Workshop: Make a Wind Chime

Time: 10:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

Use all the tools and materials you need to make a windchime to take home. Various dates throughout the summer holidays. Morning and afternoon drop in sessions. 10am-4.30pm. £5 per wind chime, plus gardens...

Port Solent Kids club

Time: 11:00

Venue: Port Solent

Address: The Boardwalk, Portsmouth, PO6 4TP

Website: www.portsolent.com

Enjoy "very funny" magic shows with Silly Scott, 11am, 12.30 & 2pm, then get crafty with the Creation Station, 11am-4pm. Free.

Open Air Theatre: The Adventures of Dr Dolittle.

Time: 19:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

This funny, much-loved and exciting family adventure is back courtesy of Illyria. £20 (adults)/£12 (children 3-15)/carers and children under 3 free. Early bird prices apply until 31 May. 7-9.30pm.

Walk with Alpacas

Time: 11:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

Walk with alpacas. £7 for a 15 minute walk with these wonderful animals. Gardens admission ticket or membership also required. 11am-4pm.

Knight Time

Time: 10:00

Venue: Proteus Creation Space

Address: Proteus Creation Space, Council Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 3DH

Website: https://www.proteustheatre.com

Is jousting as painful as it looks? Just what is the best way to shine rusty armour? Join Jack as he finds out the hard way in this medieval interactive show filled with puppetry and lots of laugh. 10am,...

Ultimate Activity Camp

Time: 09:00

Venue: Twyford School

Address: Winchester, SO21 1NW

Website: www.ultimateactivity.co.uk

Activity day camps for 4- to 14-year-olds with more than 40 activities, including swimming, bowling, football and many more. Promises to develop your child's skills, get them active and socialising with...

Falconry Day

Time: 11:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

Toby Puddle of South Wilts Falconry visits on 29 July, 7 and 17 August, showcasing a beautiful selection of birds of prey. Flying displays at 11.30am and 1.30pm. Free with gardens admission or membership....

Port Solent Kids Club with Potty Pirate

Time: 11:00

Venue: Port Solent

Address: The Boardwalk, Portsmouth, PO6 4TP

Website: www.portsolent.com

"Amazing" magic and mayhem shows. 11am, 12.30pm, 2pm & 3pm. Free.

Family Workshop: Make a Hanging Basket

Time: 10:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

Decorate and plant up a beautiful hanging basket to take home. Join a member of the Exbury team for this fun, family workshop. Various dates throughout the summer holidays. Morning and afternoon drop in...

Port Solent Kids Club -Birds of Prey

Time: 11:00

Venue: Port Solent

Address: The Boardwalk, Portsmouth, PO6 4TP

Website: www.portsolent.com

See amazing birds of prey, with flying shows at 12pm & 3pm. Then get crafty with the Creation Station. 11am-4pm. Free

Bugsy Malone - Mayflower Summer Youth Project

Time: 18:00

Venue: Mayflower Theatre

Address: 22-26 Commercial Rd, Southampton SO15 1GE

Website: https://www.mayflower.org.uk/whats-on/bugsy-malone-2024/

The joyous and uplifting comedy musical, Bugsy Malone is back at Mayflower Theatre as the Summer Youth Production for 2024. 6pm & 1pm (Sat). From £16.50

Falconry Day

Time: 11:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

Toby Puddle of South Wilts Falconry visits on 29 July, 7 and 17 August, showcasing a beautiful selection of birds of prey. Flying displays at 11.30am and 1.30pm. Free with gardens admission or membership....

Madagascar the Musical

Time: 19:00

Venue: Mayflower Theatre

Address: 22-26 Commercial Rd, Southampton SO15 1GE

Website: https://www.mayflower.org.uk/whats-on/madagascar-2024/

Join all of your favourite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s...

Exbury Festival of Music: 21st Century Abba.

Time: 19:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

Back by popular demand, 21st Century ABBA Tribute’s faithful recreation of the Swedish band's signature harmonies and iconic looks makes for an electrifying live performance. £25 (adult)/ £17 (child...

Port Solent Kids Club - Lovely Bubble Bhow

Time: 11:00

Venue: Port Solent

Address: The Boardwalk, Portsmouth, PO6 4TP

Website: www.portsolent.com

Promises amazing, lovely bubble shows. 11am, 12.30pm & 2pm. Then get crafty with the Creation Station, 11am-4pm. Free.

Exbury Festival of Music: Upbeat Beatles.

Time: 19:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

One of the finest tributes to one of the bestselling bands of all time, The Upbeat Beatles capture the energy and heart of the original Fab Four with a setlist jam packed with hits. £25 (adult)/£17 (child,...

Exbury Festival of Music: Motown by Moonlight.

Time: 19:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

Featuring Capitol Motown and Soul Band, this promises a magical evening of sundown soul and disco at dusk. £25 (adult)/£17 (child, 5-15 yrs/NUS)/£75 (family). 7pm.

Bluey's Big Play

Time: 17:00

Venue: Mayflower Theatre

Address: 22-26 Commercial Rd, Southampton SO15 1GE

Website: https://www.mayflower.org.uk/whats-on/blueys-big-play-2024/

When Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag....

Open Air Theatre: Romeo and Juliet.

Time: 19:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

Illyria promise a passionate, poetic and gripping production of this Shakespeare. £20 (adults)/£12 (children 3-15). Early bird prices apply until 31 May. 7pm.

Walk with Alpacas

Time: 11:00

Venue: Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address: Summer Lane, Exbury, New Forest SO45 1AZ

Website: www.exbury.co.uk/events

Walk with alpacas. £7 for a 15 minute walk with these wonderful animals. Gardens admission ticket or membership also required. 11am-4pm.

Port Solent Kids Club Disco

Time: 11:00

Venue: Port Solent

Address: The Boardwalk, Portsmouth, PO6 4TP

Website: www.portsolent.com

Children's disco with dancing, games and lots of fun. 11am, 1pm or 3pm. Free

Disney's Aladdin

Time: 19:00

Venue: Mayflower Theatre

Address: 22-26 Commercial Rd, Southampton SO15 1GE

Website: https://www.mayflower.org.uk/whats-on/disneys-aladdin-2024/

The spectacular Disney Broadway and West End musical Aladdin, which is flying into Southampton for a limited season this September. 1.30pm, 2pm, 6pm, 7.30pm (various days). Includes a relaxed performance...

Port Solent 999 Day

Time: 11:00

Venue: Port Solent

Address: The Boardwalk, Portsmouth, PO6 4TP

Website: www.portsolent.com

Explore emergency services' vehicles and speak to all those working on the front line. 11am-4pm. Free

101 Dalmatians

Time: 19:00

Venue: Mayflower Theatre

Address: 22-26 Commercial Rd, Southampton SO15 1GE

Website: https://www.mayflower.org.uk/whats-on/101-dalmatians-2024/

The smash hit musical stars Kym Marsh ('Coronation Street' and Hear’say) as the greatest villain of them all, Cruella De Vil. 2pm (Wed, Thu & Sat) & 7pm. From £24.50

Port Solent Halloween Kids Club

Time: 11:00

Venue: Port Solent

Address: The Boardwalk, Portsmouth, PO6 4TP

Website: www.portsolent.com

Spooky fun with Silly Scott magic shows, 11am, 12.30pm & 2pm, plus ghoulish craft with the Creation Station, 11am-4pm. Free.

The Snow Queen

Time: 11:00

Venue: Portsmouth Guildhall

Address: Guildhall Guildhall Square, Portsmouth PO1 2AB

Website: www.portsmouthguildhall.org.uk/whats-on/event/the-snow-queen-a-frozen-adventure/

Join the Snow Queen and her sister on a frozen adventure to reclaim her crown and learn how to use her magical powers for good. Differing times daily including 11am, 12pm, 4pm, 4.30pm, 5pm, 7pm & 17.30pm....

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