What’s On in Hampshire: 20–26 March 2026

Spring is beginning to bloom across Hampshire and there is plenty happening across the county this week.

From lively live music and theatre performances to family activities, markets, exhibitions and plenty of delicious food events, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed coffee morning, a fun evening out with friends, or a weekend exploring local markets and attractions, Hampshire has a fantastic mix of events taking place between 20–26 March.

Here’s your guide to what’s on across Hampshire this week, organised by event type so you can quickly find something that suits you.

Arts, Exhibitions & Culture

Sara Lee: Chalk Lines. Drawings from the South Downs – Petersfield Museum, Petersfield – 14 Jan–18 Apr 2026
Sketch Club – Petersfield Museum, Petersfield – 31 Jan–18 Apr 2026
Treasured Collections – Hinton Ampner, near Alresford – 31 Jan–31 May 2026
Exhibition: Town & Country – A Journey Through the Seasons – Mottisfont, Romsey – 24 Feb–12 Apr 2026
Stories Behind the Stones Exhibition – Southampton – 4 Mar–6 Dec 2026
Bob Anderson Exhibition – Gosport – 20 Mar 2026
Launch Event: RAFTS by Alistair Debling – Southampton – 20 Mar 2026
Exhibition: RAFTS by Alistair Debling – Southampton – 20 Mar–25 May 2026
HomeMade Histories – Chawton House, Alton – 20 Mar 2026

Live Music, Comedy & Performances

Jack Skipper, James Redmond & Vlad Ilich Live – Southampton – 20 Mar 2026
Paul McCaffrey, Horatio Gould & Nick Helm Live – Southampton – 20 Mar 2026
Live Music at The Kara Lounge & Grill – Fleet – 20 Mar 2026
Live Music Saturdays – The March Hare, Winchester – 14–25 Mar 2026
Luminosa Music – St Lawrence Church, Alton – 21 Mar 2026
Planet 80 – Botley Market Hall, Botley – 21 Mar 2026
Britpop Revolution – The Portsmouth Distillery, Southsea – 21 Mar 2026
Jazz Night – The Vaults, Southsea – 22 Mar 2026
Mim Grey Trio – Hanger Farm, Totton – 22 Mar 2026
Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman – Hanger Farm, Totton – 26 Mar 2026

Markets, Fayres & Shopping

Emsworth Farmers’ Market – Emsworth – 21 Mar 2026
Stockbridge Makers Market – Stockbridge – 21 Mar 2026
Aldershot Craft Fayre – Aldershot – 21 Mar 2026
CW Events Artisan Market – Hawk Conservancy Trust – 22 Mar 2026
Medieval Market – Medstead Village Hall – 22 Mar 2026

Family & Kids Events

Home Ed Skate & Social Session – Pitt St Skatepark, Portsmouth – 20 Mar 2026
After Dark Disco – Atmosphere Trampoline Park, Basingstoke – 20 Mar 2026
Easter Egg Hunt – Hinton Ampner – 21 Mar–12 Apr 2026
Easter Egg Hunt – Mottisfont – 21 Mar–12 Apr 2026
Fred the Cat Storytelling Club – The Lights, Andover – 24 Mar 2026
Roller Tots – Pitt St Skatepark, Portsmouth – 26 Mar 2026
Ranger Roux’s Easter Egg-Venture – Adventure Wonderland, Christchurch – 26 Mar–12 Apr 2026

Workshops, Classes & Experiences

Weekly Craft Groups – Sherfield Park Community Centre – 20 Mar 2026
Beginners Knitting Workshop – Chawton House – 20 Mar 2026
In Austen’s Footsteps: Guided Estate Walk – Chawton House – 20 Mar 2026
The New Forest Distillery Spirit School – Lymington – 21 Mar 2026
Spring Basket Workshop – Royal Clarence Yard, Gosport – 22 Mar 2026
Paint and Sip – Dark Arts Bar, Southampton – 25 Mar 2026

Social Events, Groups & Community

Coffee Mornings – The Mutton, Hook – 20 Mar 2026
Bump Into Mums – Sherfield Park Community Centre – 20 Mar 2026
Friendship Café – Dashwood Manor Care Home, Basingstoke – 20 Mar 2026
Portchester Tea Dance – Portchester – 20 Mar 2026
Art & Social Club – Portchester – 23 Mar 2026
Portchester Baby & Toddler Group – Portchester – 23 Mar 2026
Over 55s Social Group – Sherfield Park Community Centre – 24 Mar 2026
Coffee & Cake – Colden Common Community Centre – 24 Mar 2026
Variety Club – Portchester – 24 Mar 2026
Community Café – Sherfield Park Community Centre – 26 Mar 2026
Coffee Afternoons – Abbotswood Community Association, Romsey – 26 Mar 2026

Comedy, Games & Quiz Nights

Bongo’s Bingo – Portsmouth – 20 Mar 2026
Mega Quiz Night – Macdonald Botley Park Hotel – 20 Mar 2026
Bongo’s Bingo – Southampton – 21 Mar 2026
Dark Arts Quest Nights – Southampton – 23 Mar 2026
Quiz Night – The Shed, Whitehill & Bordon – 24 Mar 2026
Quiz Night – The Rising Sun, Winchester – 26 Mar 2026
Bingo Beats – The March Hare, Winchester – 26 Mar 2026

Food & Drink Events

Cocktail Masterclasses – Mango Thai Portswood – ongoing
Cocktail Masterclasses – Mango Thai Above Bar, Southampton – 20 Mar 2026
Monday Curry Club – Mango Thai Southampton – 23 Mar 2026
Curry Night – The Dog & Crook, Brambridge – 23 Mar 2026
Steak Night – The White Hart, Lymington – 11–22 Mar 2026
Steak Night – The Ropemaker, Emsworth – 25 Mar 2026
Steak Night – The Oaks, Highcliffe – 25 Mar 2026
Steak Night – The Britannia, Poole – 25 Mar 2026
Break & Dish – The Post Box, Basingstoke – 22 Mar 2026
All You Can Eat Buffet – Gandhi Restaurant, Portsmouth – 22 Mar 2026
4 for 3 Thai Tapas – Mango Thai Southampton – 26 Mar 2026

Sunday Lunch & Dining Experiences (22 March)

Sunday Roasts – The Rising Sun, Colden Common – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Roast – The Dog & Crook, Brambridge – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Roast – The Oaks, Highcliffe – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Lunch – Brickworks Lounge & Grill, Fareham – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Lunch – The Wellington Arms – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Lunch – Glasshouse Restaurant, Oakley Hall – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Lunch – The Mayfly, Stockbridge – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Roast – The Selborne Arms – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Lunch – The Queen Inn, Dummer – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Lunch – The Horse Pub, Woodgreen – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Roast – The Plough, Longparish – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Lunch – The Plough Tiptoe – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Lunch – Queens Hotel, Southsea – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Roasts – The Sir Walter Tyrrell – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Roasts – The Duke on the Test – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Roasts – The Four Horseshoes – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Lunch – Skylark Country Club – 22 Mar 2026
Carvery – The Landford Poacher – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Roasts – The March Hare – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Roasts – The Hunters – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Roasts – The Woodfalls Inn – 22 Mar 2026
Sunday Roasts – The Forest Inn – 22 Mar 2026

Theatre, Talks & Special Events

Murder! in Little Grimley – Square Tower, Portsmouth – 25 Mar 2026
Lymington Ghost Walk – Tales & Ghosts with Haunted New Forest – 24 Mar 2026
Guided Tour: Jane Austen at the Great House – Chawton House – 23 Mar 2026

Health, Fitness & Wellbeing

SAUNA SOCIAL – Lepe Beach, Lepe Country Park – 21 Mar 2026
Joyful Singing, Healing Sound – The Retreat New Forest – until 21 Mar 2026
Physiotherapy Class – Dashwood Manor Care Home – 24 Mar 2026
Love to Move – Dashwood Manor Care Home – 24 Mar 2026
Singing for the Brain – Dashwood Manor Care Home – 25 Mar 2026

Education & Open Days

Holiday Inn Eastleigh Wedding Fair – Eastleigh – 22 Mar 2026
Dry Hire Wedding Open Day – Oakley Hall Hotel – 22 Mar 2026
CEMAST College Open Day – Fareham – 24 Mar 2026
Eastleigh College Open Day – Eastleigh – 25 Mar 2026

Regular Weekly Activities

Work From Home? – Fareham – ongoing
Dip ‘N’ Dine – Fareham – ongoing
Breakfast at The Sir Walter Tyrrell – Lyndhurst – ongoing
Free Pool Thursdays – The Sir Walter Tyrrell – ongoing
Spring Stays – Aviator Hotel, Farnborough – Feb–May 2026
Dog Walk Challenge – Festival Place, Basingstoke – Mar 2026

Final Thoughts

With spring arriving and the days getting longer, it’s a fantastic time to explore everything Hampshire has to offer. From lively live music and theatre shows to relaxed markets, creative workshops and family adventures, there are plenty of ways to make the most of the week.

Whether you’re planning a day out, a weekend with friends, or simply looking for something different to do locally, Hampshire’s packed calendar of events means there’s always something happening nearby.