Feature debut from Adrian Chiarella, a supernatural thriller about two teenage boys whose forbidden relationship unleashes a terrifying entity.
Progressive rock musician Alan Reed performs with The Daughters of Expediency, promoting his albums and rejoining Pallas.
Film screening of the horror film Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, directed by Jane Schoenbrun, at Harbour Lights Picturehouse.
Intimate outstore show by Ellie Goulding in collaboration with Vinilo Record Store, celebrating her new album 'I Know Too Much'.
Film screening of the animated movie Coyote vs. Acme at Showcase Cinema De Lux in Southampton.
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.
An intimate afternoon of live music and songwriting sessions curated by The Brook and Pink Skies, featuring Lucy Kitchen and other artists.
A brand-new musical celebrating the lives and music of Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash, featuring iconic songs and a live band.
The rock musical Jesus Christ Superstar, with Sam Ryder in the title role, on its UK tour at the Mayflower Theatre.
Holy Holy celebrate David Bowie's legacy with original band members Tony Visconti and Woody Woodmansey, performing material from 1969-73.
Volunteer-led event opening historic heritage sites across Southampton to the public for free, including The Bargate, Castle Hall, and God's House Tower.
T20 cricket match between Southern Brave and Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred competition at the Utilita Bowl.
A long-running, free multi-venue community music festival celebrating local talent across Southampton, featuring emerging and established local acts in various city centre venues.
International cricket Vitality IT20 match between England and Sri Lanka at the Utilita Bowl.
The British Science Festival 2026, celebrating its 195th anniversary, brings a wide range of science events, talks, workshops, and performances across the University of Southampton and the city.
Sonic launch of The Ocean Remembers, a new musical work by Jason Singh and Yazz Ahmed, marking the start of the British Science Festival 2026.
Matthew Bourne's award-winning dance thriller, loosely based on Bizet's opera Carmen, makes its debut at the Mayflower Theatre.
Workshop with Alan Gibson from the Urbane Fruit Project to identify and taste urban fruit, with a walk around Southampton Common.
A musical performance reimagining the melodies of Claude Debussy by Drew Crawford, presented as part of the British Science Festival.
A musical-comedy with puppets from the British Science Festival, imagining Mother Nature as a keynote speaker addressing climate change.
The Wooden Boat Trade Association returns to the Southampton International Boat Show with handcrafted boats, talks and demonstrations, showcasing traditional boatbuilding skills.
A sonic experiment and electronic music session using recordings of the marine environment, part of the British Science Festival 2026.
The Dream Machine celebrate their third album with a set of 60s-influenced beat pop and psychedelia.
Stand-up comedy night featuring Jack Skipper, Dan Evans and Kazeem Jamal, hosted by MC Colin Owens at Papillon.
Guided ghost tours through the historic streets of Southampton, featuring live actors, dramatic storytelling and access to ancient vaults.
Britain's largest marine festival featuring stand-up paddleboards to superyachts, a Watersports Zone and family-friendly activities.
A family-friendly outdoor production of the Gilbert and Sullivan comic opera, performed by a cast of six actors and singers with a full orchestra.
A glow-in-the-dark 5km night-time fun run for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance, open to walkers, joggers, runners and dancers.
Colin Macintyre, recording as The Mull Historical Society, celebrates his novel An Island Burning and new album with The Mull Historical Society.
The Ligeti Quartet celebrate Steve Reich's 90th birthday with Different Trains and a new arrangement of Riley's Poppy Nogood and the Phantom Band.
An improv night hosted by Paul Merton and Suki Webster at the Mayflower Theatre.
Max Fulham, fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe, presents his new comedy show blending stand-up with ventriloquism and puppetry at the Mayflower Theatre.
A relaxed, interactive 90-minute performance by HurlyBurly Theatre for parents and babies, where families can come and go as they wish.
A vibrant celebration of diversity, heritage and community spirit featuring international cultural villages, a marketplace, music, art and a wellbeing zone.
A historic civic ceremony where residents can formally raise matters of concern to the council, continuing an ancient tradition dating back to 1549.
Claire Fuller reads from her novel Hunger and Thirst in conversation with Carole Burns, with music by her son Henry Ayling.
A one-man comedy adaptation of P.G. Wodehouse's Jeeves and Wooster stories, starring Sam Harrison, brought directly from the West End.
Award-winning theatrical ghost tour with live actors through the historic streets of Southampton, exploring the city's darkest secrets.
Post-punk band The Chameleons mark their 45th anniversary with a UK tour, featuring special guest Lol Tolhurst performing 'The Songs of The Cure'.
Mammal Hands perform live at Turner Sims, blending jazz, contemporary classical, electronica, folk and minimalism.
Republica celebrate the 30th anniversary of their album Ready To Go, with Trampolene.
An evening screening of When the Levees Broke, a discussion with Dr Eleonora Sammartino and a live performance of Hurricane Bells by Byron Wallen.
Alt-country pioneers The Long Ryders conclude their UK tour with a live performance at the historic Papillon venue in Southampton.
A dramatic staging of Carlo Gesualdo's life and music, combining the vocal music of The Gesualdo Six with actors and puppetry.
Ninth edition of the UK's biggest Oktoberfest celebration with live Oompah bands, DJs, Bavarian food and beer marquee.
Huey Morgan, founder of Fun Lovin' Criminals, performs in Southampton as part of his 30th anniversary tour of the album 'Come Find Yourself'.
Electronic music producer Keo performs live at the O2 Guildhall in Southampton.
Post-punk band Chameleons mark their 45th anniversary with a live show at Engine Rooms, with special guests Lol Tolhurst and B-Movie.
The 11th edition of the Big Sustainability Expo, a business conference bringing together industry experts and innovators to discuss sustainable strategies and eco-friendly innovations.
A live orchestral R&B experience reimagining 90s and 00s hits with DJs, live musicians, dancers and festival-style extras.
A concert journey through the music of Tim Burton's film worlds, with highlights from Danny Elfman's scores, presented as a live theatrical experience.
An evening of Max Richter's recomposition of Vivaldi's The Four Seasons, performed by Mystery Ensemble at the Turner Sims.
An exhibition by Kitt exploring social sleeping and emotional connection, commissioned by a space for God's House Tower.
National Theatre Live screening of The Playboy of the Western World, directed by Caitriona McLaughlin, filmed live on stage at the National Theatre.
A family-friendly Aardman animation film about an inept pirate captain and a young Charles Darwin competing for the title of Pirate of the Year.
A Scottish whisky tasting experience led by David Dram Tales at the Platform Tavern in Southampton.
A special outdoor screening of Steven Spielberg's classic film Jurassic Park at Harbour Lights Picturehouse in Ocean Village.
Two self-guided heritage walks with a treasure hunt theme, exploring Southampton's history and landmarks.
A historical guided tour of Southampton's medieval walls and underground town vaults, exploring the city's rich history.
Karaoke session with DJ at Medbar; attendees must purchase a drink, scan a QR code and sing along to the DJ.
A Scottish whisky tasting experience led by David Dram Tales at the Platform Tavern, suitable for small gatherings, corporate events, or celebrations.
A guided walk exploring the hidden history of Southampton, from the Romans to the Second World War, visiting medieval walls and wine vaults.
