368 upcoming events in South England · page 6 of 16
November 2026
Grand Shaft November Open Day
Self-guided open day for the Napoleonic-era Grand Shaft triple-helix staircase hidden inside Dover's White Cliffs.
Romesh Ranganathan Will Change Your Life, The Landmark
Popular comedian and TV presenter Romesh Ranganathan brings his latest stand-up tour to the Landmark in Ilfracombe, poking fun at self-help culture with his trademark deadpan grumpiness.
Russell Howard: Don't Tell The Algorithm
Stand-up comedy show from Russell Howard at the Marlowe Theatre.
Bellowhead, Princess Theatre Torquay
The big-band folk favourites bring their brassy, high-energy take on traditional English songs to Torquay. Expect a foot-stomping night of shanties, ballads and dance tunes.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Chichester
Stage adaptation of Mark Haddon's acclaimed novel, performed in the Festival Theatre main house at Chichester Festival Theatre.
The Silence and the Noise, Minerva Theatre
Tom Powell's new play, produced by Papatango Theatre Company and Pentabus, comes to Chichester's Minerva Theatre for a five-day run.
Bill Bailey: Vaudevillean
Comedian Bill Bailey's Vaudevillean stand-up show.
Imperial Majesty: Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Portsmouth Guildhall
Andrew Litton conducts Walton's Crown Imperial, Beethoven's Emperor Concerto with pianist Jonathan Biss, and Tchaikovsky's Suite No.3 in a regal orchestral evening.
Ilfracombe Legends of Rock 2026
A long weekend of loud rock tribute and original acts at North Devon Resort in Ilfracombe, drawing rock fans for back-to-back live sets and a lively party atmosphere by the coast.
International Classical Series: Alexander Ullman, The Flavel
Pianist Alexander Ullman performs in The Flavel's International Classical Series, bringing a concert-hall recital to an intimate Dartmouth venue.
Wild Lights at Wingham Wildlife Park
After dark, Wingham Wildlife Park becomes an illuminated winter trail winding through its grounds. Tickets are limited per evening, so book ahead for this festive family outing near Sandwich.
Chichester Farmers' Market
Chichester's regular farmers' market brings local food and drink producers to the city centre ahead of the festive season.
Christmas Lights Switch On 2
Illuminated carnival parade and lights switch-on.
Deal Town Christmas Lights Switch On
Deal's festive season kicks off outside St George's Church on the closed-off High Street, with an hour of stage entertainment before the lights go on. A friendly community event for all ages.
Diversity – Soul Tour, Eastbourne
The UK's most successful dance troupe Diversity brings its new concept tour, SOUL, to Eastbourne as part of a 31-town UK tour.
Festival of Christmas Markets
Festive market stalls, lights switch-on and entertainment across Portsmouth's Guildhall Square and city centre.
Handel's Messiah by Candlelight
Candlelit performance at Canterbury Cathedral.
Love Southsea Market
Weekend Christmas craft and gift market on Palmerston Road, Southsea.
Lyme Regis Christmas Lights Switch On
Santa arrives by sleigh on Broad Street to switch on the town's Christmas lights, kicking off the festive season.
Magical Christmas Experience at Pennywell Farm
Early seasonal festive attraction for families at Pennywell Farm.
Portsmouth Christmas Market 2026
Festive market stalls and seasonal entertainment across Portsmouth, accompanied by Portsmouth on Ice at Guildhall Square and Christmas lights switch-ons across the city.
Portsmouth On Ice, Guildhall Square
A real-ice skating rink under a clear canopy in Guildhall Square for the festive season, with hour-long sessions running from morning into the evening most days.
The Devout (Depeche Mode Tribute) — Marine Theatre
Tribute band performance recreating Depeche Mode's music live at the Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis.