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Event Type: Festivals/fetes/open days

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Pumpkin Picking Patch and Witchville

By Maria Court

Hunt for the perfect pumpkin in the Secret Pumpkin patch, climb aboard the Halloween Express, get creative with Witchcrafts, Pumpkin Carving, Graffiti Lab and solve the murder inside The Living maze. Bringing your four-legged monster? Head to Dogville where suspicious sniffing, treat stealing, and excessive barking are positively encouraged. • Dates: Selected dates and daily … Continued

Damerham Fair and Agricultural Show

By Ro Schneider

There’s something for the whole family with a dog show, horticultural show, vintage cars, numerous stands, fun competitions and the hilarious Damerham Derby where competitors dressed in horse and jockey costumes race for glory! Join us at the sports field, postcode SP6 3HQ. www.damerhamfair.co.uk

🌈 New Forest Pride is BACK in 2026! 🌈

By Maria Court

Expect an inspiring programme of comedy, music, spoken word, theatre, drag and cabaret, alongside workshops, participatory sessions and stalls from amazing local organisations and sellers. This year’s programme is proudly community‑curated, shaped with local LGBTQIA+ residents and with special involvement from Breakout Youth groups in New Milton and Matchwood. We’re delighted to announce that internationally … Continued

Ringwood 800

By Maria Court

In 2026, Ringwood will mark 800 years since it was granted its Royal Market Charter in 1226. As an historic market town, the market has long been at the heart of Ringwood’s identity — but many residents are unaware of its rich past. This anniversary offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with our heritage and … Continued

Milford On Sea Music Festival

By Maria Court

From laid-back acoustic sets to upbeat bands that get everyone dancing, the festival is designed to be easy-going, inclusive, and fun. Whether you’re discovering a new favourite artist or just enjoying the atmosphere with friends and family, there’s something here for everyone. Run by passionate volunteers and supported by local businesses, the Milford on Sea … Continued

Tiptoe Village Fayre

By HMakin

Come out and have some fun at the annual Tiptoe Village Fayre held to help fund the upkeep and maintenance of Tiptoe Green. There will be a beer tent with local beer, teas and coffees, cakes, tasty burgers and sausages from the BBQ, icecreams, traditional games (come in a join the tug of war, sack … Continued

New Forest Thrive festival

By Kieran Graves

An event celebrating people, wildlife, and the future. New Forest Thrive festival returns to Ringwood for 2026 on Saturday 4 July from 10am to 3pm highlighting the unique and special place that is the National Park, as well as important community connections to it. Led by the New Forest National Park Authority, the event looks … Continued

Urban Wild 2026: Reimagining Southampton

By Kieran Graves

Urban Wild is returning to Southampton for 2026 celebrating the city’s green and blue spaces, nature, and its communities with the theme ‘Reimaging Southampton’, running from Saturday 23 May to Sunday 31 May. ‘Urban Wild on the Common’ (Sunday 24 May) will be an exciting festival showcase day on Southampton Common for Urban Wild’s opening … Continued

Exbury Festival of Music

By creo

Experience the full three-night tribute extravaganza for less with a discounted pass. Performing hit after hit of arguably the greatest artists of all time, combining stunning vocals and live musicians, the concert experiences Abba by Moonlight, Queen by Moonlight and Motown by Moonlight bring all the thrills of live performance to one of the most … Continued