What’s On in Hampshire: 13–19 March 2026

Mother’s Day celebrations and farmers’ markets to live music, theatre, exhibitions and family activities.

Whether you’re planning a relaxed day out, a lively evening event or something special for the weekend, there is lots to choose from.

Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day at The Retreat New Forest – Christchurch – 14 March 2026
Mother’s Day Bubble Afternoon Tea & Sunday Roast – Oakley Hall Hotel – 14 March 2026
Mother’s Day at Aviator Hotel – Farnborough – 14–15 March 2026
Mother’s Day Collection – Solent Stems Florist, Gosport – 14–15 March 2026
Mother’s Day at The Queens Hotel Portsmouth – Portsmouth – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day at Chawton House – Alton – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day Paddle to the Pub – New Forest Activities, Beaulieu – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day at The Brickworks Museum – Swanwick – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day at The Dog & Crook – Colden Common – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day at The Bell Inn – New Forest – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day Lunch – Skylark Country Club, Whiteley – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day at The Hanger Freehouse – Oakhanger – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day Lunch – Test Valley Golf Club, Overton – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day at The Three Horseshoes – East Worldham – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day at The White Hart – Lymington – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day at The Ropemaker – Emsworth – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day at The Oaks – Highcliffe – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day at The Britannia – Parkstone – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day at Townhill Park House – Southampton – 15 March 2026

Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea – Hillier Botley – 9–15 March 2026
Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea – Hillier Braishfield – 9–15 March 2026
Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea – Hillier Winchester – 9–15 March 2026
Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea – Hillier Liss – 9–15 March 2026

Food & Drink Experiences

From tasting events to special dining nights, Hampshire has plenty happening for food lovers.

Cocktail Masterclasses – Mango Thai Portswood, Southampton – 9 Oct 2025 – 9 Oct 2026
Cocktail Masterclasses – Mango Thai Above Bar, Southampton – 13 March 2026
Wine & Thai Tapas Tasting – Mango Thai Southampton – 13 March 2026
The New Forest Distillery Spirit School – Lymington – 14 March 2026
All You Can Eat Buffet – Gandhi Portsmouth – 15 March 2026
Introduction to Sourdough & Supper – Bay Leaves Larder, Chandler’s Ford – 18 March 2026
Taste of Dinners – The Mutton, Hook – 19 March 2026
Taste of the Irish Kitchen – The Mutton, Hook – 19 March 2026

Farmers’ Markets & Local Shopping

Support local producers and browse artisan stalls across Hampshire this week.

Alton Farmers’ Market – Alton – 14 March 2026
Eastleigh Spring Market – Eastleigh – 14 March 2026
Alresford Farmers’ Market – New Alresford – 15 March 2026

Live Music, Theatre & Entertainment

Enjoy live performances across Hampshire, from tribute bands and orchestras to comedy and jazz nights.

Live Music Saturdays – The March Hare, Winchester – 7–18 March 2026
St. Lundi Live – The Square Tower, Portsmouth – 13 March 2026
Yourythmics (Eurythmics Tribute) – Hanger Farm, Totton – 13 March 2026
Live Music – Kara Lounge & Grill, Fleet – 13 March 2026
DJ Disco Night – The March Hare, Winchester – 14 March 2026
Solent Concert Orchestra – Hanger Farm, Totton – 14 March 2026
Jazz Night – The Vaults, Southsea – 15 March 2026
A Double Headline Show – The Square Tower, Portsmouth – 15 March 2026
Southampton Ukulele Jam – The 1865, Southampton – 16 March 2026
Bongo’s Bingo – Southampton – 17 March 2026
Mahler’s Fifth – Portsmouth Guildhall – 19 March 2026

Exhibitions, Arts & Culture

Art lovers can explore several exhibitions and museum events across Hampshire this week.

Sara Lee: Chalk Lines – Petersfield Museum – 14 Jan–18 Apr 2026
Sketch Club – Petersfield Museum – 31 Jan–18 Apr 2026
Treasured Collections – Hinton Ampner – 31 Jan–31 May 2026
Town & Country: A Journey Through the Seasons – Mottisfont – 24 Feb–12 Apr 2026
Stories Behind the Stones Exhibition – Southampton – 4 Mar–6 Dec 2026
Bob Anderson Exhibition – Gosport – 13 March 2026
HomeMade Histories – Chawton House – 11 March 2026
Curator’s Tour – Chawton House – 16 March 2026
National Daffodil Day – Chawton House – 17 March 2026

Community Groups & Social Events

There are lots of relaxed community activities happening across the county this week.

The Dog Walk Challenge 2026 – Festival Place, Basingstoke – 1–31 March 2026
National Lottery Open Week – Hinton Ampner – 7–15 March 2026

Coffee Morning – The Mutton, Hook – 13 March 2026
Weekly Craft Groups – Sherfield Park Community Centre – 13 March 2026
Bump Into Mums – Sherfield Park Community Centre – 13 March 2026
Portchester Tea Dance – Portchester – 13 March 2026
Portchester Baby & Toddler Group – Portchester – 16 March 2026
Art & Social Club – Portchester – 16 March 2026
Coffee & Cake – Colden Common Community Centre – 17 March 2026
Over 55s Social Group – Sherfield Park Community Centre – 17 March 2026
Variety Club – Portchester – 17 March 2026
Sherfield Park Youth Club – Sherfield Park Community Centre – 18 March 2026
Community Café – Sherfield Park Community Centre – 19 March 2026
Coffee Afternoons – Abbotswood Community Association, Romsey – 19 March 2026

Family & Kids Activities

Looking for something to do with the kids? These family events are happening this week.

Home Ed Skate & Social Session – Pitt Street Skatepark, Portsmouth – 13 March 2026
Roller Disco with DJ Flash – Pitt Street Skatepark – 13 March 2026
DJ Flash Live – Temple of Wheels, Portsmouth – 13 March 2026
Inline Skate Jam – Pitt Street Skatepark – 14 March 2026
Toddler Tuesdays – The Shed, Whitehill & Bordon – 17 March 2026
Tots n Tinies – Romsey – 18 March 2026
Roller Tots – Pitt Street Skatepark – 19 March 2026

Sports, Activities & Wellbeing

From skating and singing to exercise classes and outdoor adventures.

Joyful Singing, Healing Sound – The Retreat New Forest – 24 Feb–21 Mar 2026
Dark Arts Quest Nights – Southampton – 16 March 2026
Love to Move – Dashwood Manor Care Home, Basingstoke – 17 March 2026
Physiotherapy Class – Dashwood Manor Care Home – 17 March 2026
Dog Café – Dashwood Manor Care Home – 18 March 2026

Weekly Dining Deals & Regular Events

These regular weekly offers and themed nights are running across Hampshire.

Work From Home – VOCO Fareham – Oct 2025–Jul 2026
Dip ‘N’ Dine – VOCO Fareham – Oct 2025–Jul 2026
Sunday Roasts – Gabardine Bar, Basingstoke – Nov 2025–Nov 2026
Breakfast – The Sir Walter Tyrrell, New Forest – Nov 2025–Dec 2026
Free Pool Thursdays – The Sir Walter Tyrrell – Nov 2025–Nov 2026
Steak Night – The White Hart, Lymington – 4–15 March 2026
Break & Dish – The Post Box, Basingstoke – 15 March 2026
Monday Curry Club – Mango Thai, Southampton – 16 March 2026
Curry Night – The Dog & Crook, Colden Common – 16 March 2026
Steak Night – The Ropemaker, Emsworth – 18 March 2026
Steak Night – The Oaks, Highcliffe – 18 March 2026
Steak Night – The Britannia, Parkstone – 18 March 2026
Bulgarian Supper Club – The Duke on the Test, Romsey – 18 March 2026

Sunday Lunch & Roast Spots

If you’re planning a Mother’s Day meal or Sunday lunch, there are plenty of options across Hampshire.

Sunday Roast – The Rising Sun, Colden Common – 15 March 2026
Sunday Meat Draw & Chase the Ace – The Rising Sun – 15 March 2026
Sunday Roast – The Dog & Crook – 15 March 2026
Sunday Roast – The Oaks, Highcliffe – 15 March 2026
Sunday Lunch – Brickworks Lounge & Grill, Fareham – 15 March 2026
Sunday Lunch – The Wellington Arms, Stratfield Turgis – 15 March 2026
Sunday Lunch – Glasshouse Restaurant, Oakley Hall – 15 March 2026
Sunday Lunch – The Mayfly, Stockbridge – 15 March 2026
Sunday Roast – The Selborne Arms – 15 March 2026
Sunday Lunch – The Queen Inn, Dummer – 15 March 2026
Sunday Lunch – The Horse, Woodgreen – 15 March 2026
Sunday Roast – The Plough, Longparish – 15 March 2026
Sunday Lunch – The Plough, Tiptoe – 15 March 2026
Jazz Sunday Lunch – Queens Hotel Portsmouth – 15 March 2026
Sunday Roast – The Sir Walter Tyrrell – 15 March 2026
Sunday Roast – The Duke on the Test – 15 March 2026
Sunday Roast – The Four Horseshoes – 15 March 2026
Sunday Lunch – Skylark Country Club – 15 March 2026
Carvery – The Landford Poacher – 15 March 2026
Sunday Roast – The March Hare – 15 March 2026
Sunday Roast – The Hunters Inn – 15 March 2026
Sunday Roast – The Woodfalls Inn – 15 March 2026
Sunday Roast – The Forest Inn – 15 March 2026
Sunday Lunch with Live Jazz – Queens Hotel Portsmouth – 15 March 2026
Mother’s Day Sunday Roast – Brickworks VOCO Fareham – 15 March 2026