From golden tickets to see Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to hot tickets to The Hundred, there's something for everyone in Hampshire this weekend.
Here's our pick of the best family fun to be had.
At Mayflower Theatre...
Theatre - and chocolate - lovers can escape to a world of pure imagination after the much anticipated UK and Ireland tour of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory – The Musical opened its gates in Southampton this week.
Based on the iconic story, this spectacular stage show follows the hit West End and Broadway productions to combine the memorable songs from the original 1970’s motion picture, including The Candy Man and Pure Imagination, with all new numbers from the multi award-winning songwriters of Hairspray.
When Charlie Bucket finds one of the five golden tickets to the Wonka Chocolate Factory, Charlie and the other winners can’t wait to feast on the sweets of their dreams. But beyond the gates, they discover more than just remarkable edible delights. As they embark on an extraordinary journey through Willy Wonka’s marvellous mind, they soon learn that nobody leaves the same way that they arrived.
In Guildhall Square...
A unique gospel experience will take place in the heart of the city on Saturday, from 1pm to 5pm.
The Gospel Music Fiesta will feature Covenant Music UK during a vibrant afternoon of performance.
There will be various live acts as well as the gospel music, including dance, spoken word and more!
At the Ageas Bowl...
The Hundred is an action-packed, unmissable cricket competition that fuses world-class cricket with blockbuster entertainment.
Combining a short, fast format of cricket, with each game lasting less than three hours, and incredible entertainment beyond the sport, The Hundred is making cricket more accessible and reaching a broader audience. It’s simple: 100 balls per team, most runs wins, so every ball counts.
The Hundred is heading back to the South Coast for 2023, bringing with it four weeks of spectacular entertainment and intense cricket action at the height of the summer.
The final Southern Brave match day, on Saturday, features Southern Brave vs Oval Invincibles in the womens and mens games.
More than half a million people attended games during The Hundred’s second year in 2022, with all matchdays at The Ageas Bowl selling out.
At The Brickworks Museum...
Celebrating wheels at the ‘works, this is a homage to anything on wheels.
From cars to buses, plus the miniature railway, it will be a 'wheely' great family day out, on Sunday from 11am to 4pm.
There will be MG and Mini car calubs, classic cars, traction engines, buses, Harleys and other motorbikes on display in the yard, as well as live music.
There will be a large model railway layout and miniature train rides.
Inisde, enjoy model cars, a Meccano exhibition, craft and gift stalls and the popular prehistoric adventure trail.
Also enjoy the Brickworks Museum with working machinery, children's play areas and local history display, plus vintage slot machines.
At Beaulieu...
All Mercedes-Benz owners and enthusiasts are invited to the annual Simply Mercedes event on Sunday.
From custom G Classes, restored SSKs and even the odd SL190, Beaulieu's Simply Mercedes show is set to provide a great opportunity to admire a stunning range of vehicles.
As well as being an opportunity to see an array of Mercedes, there is also the opportunity to enjoy all that Beaulieu has to offer… Your entry will include admission to all the Beaulieu attractions including The National Motor Museum, World of Top Gear, Palace House, Beaulieu Abbey and more.
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