Your guide to the best things to do in the city.
A gentle River Beaulieu outing links paddling through the New Forest with a drink at the Master Builders Hotel in Buckler’s Hard. Here’s what to know about the route, tides, landing restrictions and launch fee.
The Courettes bring explosive garage rock to The 1865, blending 60s girl group influences with garage rock and Wall of Sound production.
Scottish comedy star Kevin Bridges performs live at the Mayflower Theatre in Southampton.
Guided walking tour celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Southampton Tourist Guides Association, exploring the Old Town and its history from medieval times to the 1970s.
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The Taste of Wickham returns to Wickham Square on Sunday 13 September, 11:00 to 16:00, with free entry, 75-80 local stalls, live music and a children's zone. Includes travel info and a look at the village and the wider New Forest.
The Southampton International Boat Show runs from 18 to 27 September at Mayflower Park Town Quay, with over 110 talks across the Boating Stage, the expanded Wooden Boat Stage and a new Wooden Boat Stage Afloat. Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, Monty Halls and a host of sailors, racers and boatbuilders are confirmed.
The Dream Machine celebrate their third album with a set of 60s-influenced beat pop and psychedelia.
Local indie pop band Hot Sauce headline with Cheap Street and Sugar Bang at The Joiners.
Colin Macintyre, recording as The Mull Historical Society, celebrates his novel An Island Burning and new album with The Mull Historical Society.
The Oasis reunion tour documentary, Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger, screens at Storyhouse Cinema in Southampton from 9 to 12 September, with a 15 certificate and prices from £8.90. It follows the 41-show 2025 tour and includes the brothers' first joint interview in over 20 years.
A practical look back at Boomtown 2026 near Winchester, including the main artists, travel options from the Southampton area and the festival’s medical and welfare services. It also covers the event’s cash-free system and key safety rules.
A Hampshire campsite just 45 minutes from Southampton has been named among the UK's top 150, and is being called 'The New Forest's best-kept secret'. This guide covers the campsite, the New Forest National Park, its attractions and the rules for camping there.
Southampton's free Music in the City festival returns for its 18th year on 12 and 13 September 2026, with 422 acts across 48 venues. A guide to the scale of the weekend and how to take it in.
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Britain's largest marine festival featuring stand-up paddleboards to superyachts, a Watersports Zone and family-friendly activities.
A festive market with wooden chalets, crafts, food, rides and attractions in the pedestrianised shopping district of Above Bar Street and Guildhall Square.
Ninth edition of the UK's biggest Oktoberfest celebration with live Oompah bands, DJs, Bavarian food and beer marquee.
First UK and Ireland tour of the musical comedy Mrs Doubtfire at Mayflower Theatre, featuring Gabriel Vick from the original London company.
A major running event with over 10,000 participants, featuring a historic Spitfire flypast and charity fundraising opportunities.
