Hands on History: Knight School (6Yrs+)
Children aged 6 and over participate in a history-themed activity at Southampton City Art Gallery.
Events in Southampton From 27th July – 2nd August 2026
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As you plan your week and consider what's on in Southampton, you'll find a selection of events. The coming days offer experiences for younger generations, with creative and educational workshops. You can immerse children in art sessions, from painting to crafting figures with clay. There are also history-focused activities for a range of ages, providing hands-on learning. These sessions offer opportunities for discovery and artistic development, keeping young minds stimulated.
For adults interested in local arts, you can hone your creative skills. Consider an open life drawing session, or a watercolour workshop inspired by nature. If you're interested in the city's architecture, a guided tour of a landmark is available, offering a different perspective on Southampton's landscape.
As the week ends, there are chances for evening entertainment. Anticipate musical events with electronic music, providing an energetic atmosphere. For sports fans, there's a local women's football match, offering a chance to support the home team. The week's events offer varied opportunities, whether you’re seeking family activities, creative development, or evening diversion.
Check the listings below for times and venues.
Monday 27th July
Art For All: Paint With Palette Knives And More! (7Yrs+)
Children aged 7 and above can paint with palette knives at a workshop hosted by Southampton City Art Gallery.
Tuesday 28th July
Art For All: Shrinkable Tudor Portraits (6Yrs+)
Children aged 6 and over create shrinkable Tudor portraits using art techniques at SeaCity Museum.
Wednesday 29th July
Art For All: Summer Sunprints (4Yrs+)
Children aged 4 and above can create sunprints at SeaCity Museum during Summer Sunprints on 29 July 2026.
Art For All: Gruffalo Clay (4Yrs+)
Children aged 4 and above can create clay Gruffalo art at SeaCity Museum on 27 July 2026.
Thursday 30th July
Art School Plus: Felting (11-16 Years)
A felting workshop for ages 11-16 years at SeaCity Museum on 30 July 2026.
Hands on History: Fossil Plastercasting (5 Yrs+)
Children aged 5 and over can participate in fossil plastercasting at SeaCity Museum on 30 July 2026.
Toddler Time: Delightful Dinosaurs (Under 4's And Friends)
Interactive dinosaur-themed activities for toddlers under 4 and their friends at SeaCity Museum.
Hands on History: Fossil Plastercasting (5Yrs+)
Children aged 5 and above create their own fossil casts using plaster at a hands-on workshop.
Friday 31st July
Guided Tour: Civic Centre Clock Tower
Guided tour of the Civic Centre Clock Tower available at Southampton City Art Gallery.
Junior Art School: Comics And Cartoons (7-13 Years)
Children aged 7-13 can explore comics and cartoons at a Junior Art School session at SeaCity Museum.
Saturday 1st August
Fms + More! | Wavz Audio
Cafe Parfait hosts a late-night music event with drink offers and early admission.
Saturday Life Drawing With Peter Camboropoulos
An open-life drawing session led by artist Peter Camboropoulos at Southampton City Art Gallery.
Watercolours For Wellbeing: Inspired by Nature
Adults participate in a nature-inspired watercolour workshop focused on wellbeing at Southampton Museums and Gallery.
Arrivals
A night of electronic music kicks off at Suburbia with a celebration of new beginnings.
Sunday 2nd August
Southampton fc Women vs Celtic Women
Southampton FC Women host Celtic Women in a friendly football match at Snows Stadium.