Guildhall Square Events

Guildhall Square, nestled in the heart of Southampton's Cultural Quarter is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and central location.
It serves as an ideal venue for hosting a wide array of events, exhibitions, community gatherings and activities and with its picturesque surroundings and convenient amenities, this versatile space ensures a memorable experience for both event organisers and attendees alike.

Event highlights

• Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service - 10 November
• Christmas Market and activities - 14 November onwards
• Chinese New Year Celebrations - 8 February

To ensure the smooth running of events and minimise disruptions to residents and businesses in the area, important information and updates regarding upcoming activities in Guildhall Square will be posted below.

Please regularly visit this page for the latest information, and we look forward to welcoming you to Guildhall Square to enjoy your next event or activity.

The Southampton Remembrance Sunday Service takes place on Sunday 10 November
10.30am-midday (service starts at 10.55am) at The Cenotaph, Watts Park.
The service will be preceded by a Military and Veterans parade, from Guildhall Square to The Cenotaph, and the Lord Mayor's Civic Procession. 
After the service, the Parade will form up and march back to Guildhall Square for dismissal.

Notice of Road Closures.
To facilitate this event road closures will be in place between 7.00am and 2.00pm. on Sunday 10 November.
West Marlands Road - entire length.
Commercial Road - from junction at Havelock Road to Above Bar Street.
Above Bar Street - from junction at New Road / Civic Centre Road to junction at Brunswick Place.
Gibbs Road - entire length.

The bus stops on Above Bar Street near the Cenotaph and on Commercial Road near the Library and the Art Gallery will not be in use between 7am - 2pm. Please check with Blue Star Bus for any changes to your bus route.
You can also use the Journey planner on My Journey Southampton website

Further details about the event can be found here