Last updated: 11 November 2024
Celebrate the magic of the holidays in Eastleigh with our detailed guide. Whether you're an Eastleigh resident or a holiday explorer, this guide reveals hidden gems and popular attractions.
This festive season, immerse yourself in the delightful Christmas at Paultons Park, where enchanting rides and seasonal displays create a whimsical atmosphere for families. Then, experience the stunning light displays at the Christmas Illuminated Garden Adventure at West Green House Garden, showcasing breathtaking landscapes adorned with twinkling lights. And the Cosmic Christmas at Winchester Science Centre is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring space-themed experiences that add a unique twist to your holiday celebrations. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Eastleigh Holiday Light Displays
Christmas Illuminated Garden Adventure at West Green House Garden
- What to Expect
- Floral-themed light spectacular with giant dancing fountains and mysterious follies.
- Description
- Explore a ten-acre illuminated garden featuring gigantic shimmering flowers, glowing fairies, and a forest of illuminated field flowers. Enjoy giant dancing fountains, mysterious follies, and locally produced food stalls with yummy hot chocolate and mulled wine.
- Where
- Hook | More Info : Christmas Illuminated Garden Adventure at West Green House Garden
Steam Illuminations at The Watercress Line
- What to Expect
- Interactive light and sound show on a historic steam train.
- Description
- Steam Illuminations at The Watercress Line features a spectacular light and sound show on a steam train, with thousands of coloured LED lights and LED wristbands creating a kaleidoscope of colours and flashing patterns. The event includes interactive elements like the 'FlashyOke' game and is hosted by the legendary 'Voiceover Man.' The journey offers a musical experience with big Christmas hits and dance floor sing-alongs, making it a wonderful family event.
- Where
- Alresford | More Info : Steam Illuminations at The Watercress Line
Eastleigh Holiday Shows and Entertainment
A Christmas Carol
- What to Expect
- Despicable Scrooge's transformative journey through time with three fateful phantoms.
- Description
- A spectacular Broadway version of Charles Dickens' timeless fable, where the despicable Scrooge journeys through time to confront his failings and gain redemption with the help of three fateful phantoms. This superbly crafted heart-warming tale brings larger-than-life characters, vibrant choreography, and a glorious musical score to life.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : A Christmas Carol
BYOB – Bring Your Own Baby Comedy
- What to Expect
- Baby-friendly comedy club with soft flooring and baby amenities.
- Description
- Join us for an afternoon of hilarious comedy featuring the best UK comedians, where you can relax and have a good laugh without needing childcare. Our venues offer buggy parking, baby changing facilities, and a fully stocked bar.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : BYOB – Bring Your Own Baby Comedy
Simon Evans: Have We Met?
- What to Expect
- Unique blend of comedy and pathos.
- Description
- Simon Evans' "Have We Met?" is a thought-provoking comedy that skillfully weaves pathos and narrowly averted cancellation into an unforgettable two hours of unique entertainment. Drawing from Joyce, Proust, and Philip Schofield, Evans reflects on his own tangled past and possible future.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Simon Evans: Have We Met?
Inclusive Cinema: IF
- What to Expect
- Relaxed and accessible film screenings for diverse audiences.
- Description
- Inclusive Cinema: IF offers relaxed and welcoming film screenings for people with dementia, learning difficulties, and physical disabilities. The screenings feature subtitled films, higher lighting, and quieter sound, ensuring a comfortable experience for all attendees.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Inclusive Cinema: IF
An Olympic Dream and Poppy
- What to Expect
- Vibrant and creative ballet performances focusing on current events and trends.
- Description
- A double bill of dance performances by The London Ballet Company, featuring "Poppy," which starkly portrays the havoc of global war on ordinary people, and "An Olympic Dream," which follows the journey of an inspired child from the origins of the Olympics to the athletes in training.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : An Olympic Dream and Poppy
Mark Thomas: Gaffa Tapes
- What to Expect
- High-energy comedy with strong political commentary.
- Description
- Mark Thomas: Gaffa Tapes is a stand-up comedy show featuring jokes, rants, politics, and occasional sing songs. Known for his activism and humorous critiques, Mark Thomas has won numerous awards and has a Guinness World Record for the most protests in 24 hours. This show promises to be both humorous and deeply moving.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Mark Thomas: Gaffa Tapes
Dreamcoat Stars: A Musical Christmas
- What to Expect
- Star-studded concert with phenomenal vocal arrangements and harmonies.
- Description
- Dreamcoat Stars: A Musical Christmas features four incredible singers from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat performing a hand-picked selection of West End and Broadway classics, along with beloved yuletide songs and carols. The show includes phenomenal vocal arrangements, mesmerising four-part harmonies, and slick choreography, guaranteed to raise your spirits in a night of musical merriment.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Dreamcoat Stars: A Musical Christmas
Matt Forde: The End of an Era Tour
- What to Expect
- Timely political commentary with sharp wit.
- Description
- Matt Forde: The End of an Era Tour is a stand-up comedy show featuring leading political comedian Matt Forde, known for his sharp wit and insightful commentary on the UK and US elections. His show promises to deliver fresh, timely, and humorous takes on current political events, making it an excellent choice for anyone interested in satire and comedy.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Matt Forde: The End of an Era Tour
Twist and Shout: The 60s Show
- What to Expect
- Revival of iconic 1960s music with an all-star cast.
- Description
- An all-star cast from the West End delivers a musical powerhouse show that starts with the explosion of Brit Pop in 1962 and takes you through the era of Flower Power and Free Love. The show features hits from the Beatles, Herman's Hermits, Gerry and the Pacemakers, Rolling Stones, Cilla Black, Manfred Mann, Dusty Springfield, Lulu, and Sandy Shaw, among many more.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Twist and Shout: The 60s Show
Nick Cope's Festive Family Show
- What to Expect
- Live music and animations for children and adults.
- Description
- Nick Cope's Festive Family Show features Nick's uniquely crafted songs, played on his guitar with beautifully animated projections, including seasonal songs about snowmen, elves, and Santa Claus.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Nick Cope's Festive Family Show
A Winter's Tail
- What to Expect
- Interactive theatre experience with snow-themed play-acting.
- Description
- A Winter's Tail is a fun, relaxed play-along theatre adventure where you can play, move, watch, and laugh. Led by Last Baguette theatre company, this event features excitement, adventure, play-acting, games, music, and lots of snow. It is designed for ages 2 and their grown-ups, with younger and older siblings welcome. The show lasts one hour, including a stay-and-play session.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : A Winter's Tail
Wessex Dance Academy Cohort 36 Graduation Performance
- What to Expect
- Graduation performance of young dancers showcasing their contemporary dance skills.
- Description
- Witness the inspiring performance of Wessex Dance Academy Cohort 36 as they showcase their achievements in contemporary dance after just 10 weeks of training. This event highlights the talents of vulnerable young people from across Hampshire, offering a unique and awe-inspiring evening of dance.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Wessex Dance Academy Cohort 36 Graduation Performance
Hundred Watt Club: A Roaring Twenties Revue
- What to Expect
- Vintage-themed burlesque and cabaret acts.
- Description
- Step back in time to the swinging speakeasies of the 1920s with Hundred Watt Club's Roaring Twenties Revue. Expect dazzling burlesque, circus, and cabaret acts hand curated by vaudeville impresarios. The show features a line-up of talented performers including Crayola, Pierrot, Demi Noire, Sir Leopold Aleksander Strongman, Emma Cat, and Lena Lenman. This glamorous evening is filled with vintage thrills and opulence.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Hundred Watt Club: A Roaring Twenties Revue
Burlesque Workshop
- What to Expect
- Sensual burlesque techniques led by Velvet Jones.
- Description
- Join the Hundred Watt Club for a Burlesque Workshop, where you'll build confidence using classic burlesque techniques like shimmy, sashay, and bump n grind. Led by sensual burlesque superstar Velvet Jones, this workshop is perfect for those looking to find their inner sexy goddess.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Burlesque Workshop
Hundred Watt Club:A Christmas Cracker Cabaret
- What to Expect
- Vintage-inspired burlesque and circus acts with adult themes.
- Description
- The Hundred Watt Club's Christmas Cracker Cabaret is a vibrant and seductive evening of burlesque, comedy, and circus acts, featuring festive showgirls and vintage-inspired entertainment.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Hundred Watt Club:A Christmas Cracker Cabaret
The Rainbow Room Christmas Shindig
- What to Expect
- Inclusive LGBTQ+ community gathering with free entry.
- Description
- Join The Rainbow Room for a vibrant Christmas celebration, featuring fun social evenings and epic drag nights in a welcoming, inclusive space.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : The Rainbow Room Christmas Shindig
The Point Christmas Party
- What to Expect
- Live music and a glass of fizz included in the ticket price.
- Description
- The Point Christmas Party is a festive celebration featuring live music and a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for kicking off your Christmas in style. Tickets include a glass of fizz on arrival.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : The Point Christmas Party
Dr Who Dunnit Murder Mystery Dinner
- What to Expect
- Interactive murder mystery with Dr Who themed characters.
- Description
- Join the 41st Annual Convention of the Dr Who Fandom for a thrilling Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre. Engage in a light-hearted mystery where one or more attendees will die before the night is over. Work out who dunnit and why with immersive theatre entertainment and a delicious three-course dinner.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Dr Who Dunnit Murder Mystery Dinner
Undressing Antiques
- What to Expect
- Insightful exploration of antique history and significance.
- Description
- Explore the world of antiques through a unique lens, uncovering the stories and histories behind these timeless pieces.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Undressing Antiques
Family Movie: The Grinch
- What to Expect
- Charity screening with refreshments available.
- Description
- Join us for a charity screening of the animated Christmas comedy film, "The Grinch," at Thornden Hall in Chandlers Ford. The story follows a cynical grump who sets out to ruin Christmas, only to have his heart changed by the generous holiday spirit of a young girl. The film is suitable for all ages and includes a selection of refreshments available during the interval.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Family Movie: The Grinch
Christmas Quiz
- What to Expect
- Interactive holiday trivia event.
- Description
- Join us for a fun-filled evening of trivia and camaraderie as we celebrate the holiday season with a Christmas Quiz. Test your knowledge, enjoy some festive cheer, and make new friends in a lively atmosphere.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Christmas Quiz
Rock for Heroes
- What to Expect
- Nostalgic rock music performances by iconic bands.
- Description
- Rock for Heroes is a theatrical tour that transports audiences back to iconic rock bands, featuring a nostalgic lineup of legendary hits.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Rock for Heroes
Cosmic Christmas at Winchester Science Centre
- What to Expect
- Immersive space adventure with Santa and special effects.
- Description
- Join Santa in an immersive space adventure at Winchester Science Centre's Planetarium. Witness a live-action theatrical performance filled with magical effects and an out-of-this-world journey through space. Meet Santa and receive a special Christmas gift for children.
- Where
- Winchester | More Info : Cosmic Christmas at Winchester Science Centre
Christmas at Paultons Park
- What to Expect
- Live-action theatrical Christmas extravaganza featuring Santa and festive characters.
- Description
- Celebrate Christmas at Paultons Park with live stage shows, festive food, and a variety of rides and attractions, including Peppa Pig World and Tornado Springs.
- Where
- Romsey | More Info : Christmas at Paultons Park
Viennese Christmas Spectacular
- What to Expect
- Classical music performance by candlelight in a historic cathedral.
- Description
- The Viennese Christmas Spectacular by Candlelight features a captivating performance by the London Concertante, including Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite, Brahms' Hungarian Dance No. 5, and Strauss II's Blue Danube Waltz, set against the atmospheric backdrop of Winchester Cathedral.
- Where
- Winchester | More Info : Viennese Christmas Spectacular
Eastleigh Other Holiday Activities
Mini Movers
- What to Expect
- Interactive dance class for babies and toddlers.
- Description
- Mini Movers is a delightful dance class designed for babies and toddlers, introducing them to the world of movement and dance. The session includes various fun activities like mats, tunnels, balance beams, hoops, small trampolines, balls, and scarves. It's an excellent way for young children to practice their gross and fine motor skills in a playful environment.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Mini Movers
The Rainbow Room - Social Evening
- Monthly social event with inclusive performances for the LGBTQ community.
- The Rainbow Room - Social Evening is a monthly gathering for the LGBTQ community, featuring engaging conversations, music, and opportunities to meet new friends in a cozy and inclusive environment.
- Eastleigh | More Info : The Rainbow Room - Social Evening
Wreath Making Workshop with Tin Shed Studios
- What to Expect
- Hands-on wreath-making workshop with experienced instructors.
- Description
- Learn the art of crafting beautiful wreaths with a 10-inch mossed base, choosing from a wonderful selection of winter foliage and natural accessories.
- Where
- Eastleigh | More Info : Wreath Making Workshop with Tin Shed Studios