What's on in Southampton This Week

Southampton right now: 42 events this week · across 5 venues · 5 categories

Events in Southampton From 20th July – 26th July 2026

If you’re looking for things to do in Southampton this week, you’ll find a range of local activities to fill your diary. From family-friendly arts and historical workshops to evenings with music, comedy, and social gatherings, there’s plenty to explore. You might find yourself joining creative activities with children, where hands-on sessions allow younger participants to engage with history through prehistoric themes or explore art techniques like animal printmaking and fossil plastercasting. Specific sessions are designed for early artistic exploration for those under seven.

As the week progresses, you’ll notice a focus on nightlife and music. You can choose from various live performances, from individual singers to energetic DJ sets and tribute acts offering a unique musical experience. There are also opportunities to enjoy stand-up comedy, perfect for a mid-week outing. Social occasions present themselves through singles nights and themed brunches, alongside casual evenings with discounted drinks and a lively atmosphere. A popular rum festival returns, offering tastings and live music, and other establishments provide appealing cocktail deals.

Adults interested in creative expression can participate in guided art clubs, focusing on watercolour painting. You also have the chance to attend a summer fete, a pleasant way to enjoy local culture. Whether you prefer a busy night out, an enriching daytime activity, or a relaxed weekend event, you’ll find options across the city. Check the listings below for times and venues.

Events in Southampton This Week

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Monday 20th July

Stop The Bleed Training (Advanced)

· Health & Social Work · Fitness & Outdoors

Advanced stop the bleed training session for medical professionals and first responders.

Tuesday 21st July

Jack Shaw's Amateur Dramatics

· Culture & Arts

Amateur dramatics group performs play at Hanger Farm Arts Centre in Southampton.

Wednesday 22nd July

Edge me Wednesdays - £1.50 Drinks

· Nightlife & Music

The Edge & The Box Bar hosts weekly Wednesday nights with discounted drinks and karaoke.

40S & 50s Singles Night @ Turtle Bay Soton| Love at First Sign

· Nightlife & Music

Astrology themed singles night for individuals in their 40s and 50s featuring good vibes.

Thursday 23rd July

Art For All: Print a Pangolin And More (6 Yrs+)

· Southampton Museums and Gallery · Family & Kids

Children and families create animal prints in a hands-on art workshop at Southampton City Art Gallery.

Hands on History: Potty Prehistory (7Yrs+)

· Grill on the Hill · Family & Kids

Children aged 7 and above explore prehistoric themes through hands-on activities at SeaCity Museum.

Black Sabbath's Paranoid The Album Era

· Nightlife & Music

A live music tribute to Black Sabbath's classic album Paranoid performed at Hanger Farm Arts Centre.

Friday 24th July

Feel . Good . Friday @ Cafe Parfait

· Nightlife & Music

Free entry and discounted drinks available at Cafe Parfait for Feel Good Friday events.

Harry's Hamptun - a 50 Years of Tourist Guiding Event

· Culture & Arts

A historical tourism event celebrating 50 years of guided tours at Southampton's Medieval Merchant's House.

Hampshire v Middlesex - Metro Bank One Day Cup - Suite

· Fitness & Outdoors

Hampshire plays Middlesex in the Metro Bank One Day Cup at Utilita Bowl.

Comedy Night: Horatio Gould, Markus Birdman & Hal Cruttenden

· Nightlife & Music

Comedians Horatio Gould, Markus Birdman, and Hal Cruttenden perform stand-up at Papillon.

Saturday 25th July

Southampton: R.u.m in The Sun Free Party: Young t & Bugsey / Kojo Funds / Swarmz…

· Nightlife & Music

Live performances by Young T & Bugsey, Kojo Funds, and other artists at Sobar Southampton.

The Big One - Cocktails 2-4-1

· Nightlife & Music

A weekend-long bar event offering 2-for-1 cocktails, DJ performances, and BBQ from 8pm to 5am.

The Southampton Rum Festival 2026

· The Hobbit Pub · Food & Drink

The Southampton Rum Festival 2026 returns to The Hobbit Pub with live music and rum tastings in the garden.

The Official Rnb Throwback Brunch & Free After Party

· Nightlife & Music

An R&B-themed brunch and after-party featuring 90s and 00s throwback hits at Monarch Cocktail Bar.

Scars of Protest / The Loft / 25th July

· Nightlife & Music

Purple Noise presents Scars of Protest with Butcher the Butcher and The Cloud Nines at The Loft.

Tudor House And Garden Summer Fete

· Tudor House & Garden · Culture & Arts

Tudor House and Garden hosts a summer fete at SeaCity Museum Southampton.

Mini Monets Art Club (Under 7s)

· Southampton Museums and Gallery · Family & Kids

Children under 7 explore creative art through themed activities at SeaCity Museum.

The Art Club For Adults With Sarah l Goy

· Southampton Museums and Gallery · Culture & Arts

Adult art club session led by Sarah L Goy at Southampton Museums and Gallery.

Steel Panther Europe Twenty Twenty s£x Tour

· Nightlife & Music

Steel Panther performs at the O2 Guildhall Southampton as part of their Europe Twenty Twenty Sex Tour.

Britallica (Britney Spears Metal Tribute)- Suburbia, Southampton

· Nightlife & Music

High-energy metal tribute band performs headbanging versions of Britney Spears hits.

Teedee | Groovebox at Engine Rooms, Southampton

· Nightlife & Music

Tech-house sensation TEEDEE performs at Engine Rooms with Groovebox for an all-night session.

Teedee| Groovebox at Engine Rooms, Southampton|last 100 Tickets

· Nightlife & Music

Tech-house artist TEEDEE performs an all-night Groovebox session at Engine Rooms Southampton.

Sunday 26th July

Brand New Sunday Funday! Super Cheap Drinks Deals!

· Nightlife & Music

A new Sunday drink promotion with discounted prices and live music at Café Parfait.

Hands on History: Fossil Plastercasting (5 Yrs+)

· Grill on the Hill · Family & Kids

Children create fossil plaster casts in a hands-on history activity at Southampton City Art Gallery.

Painting Crabs: Sunday Watercolours With Viktoriia Bezugla

· Southampton Museums and Gallery · Culture & Arts

Art workshop at Southampton Museums and Gallery teaches watercolour painting of crabs with instructor Viktoriia Bezugla.

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