Match Preview: Hampshire Men v Essex, Rothesay County Championship
Hampshire Men host Essex at Utilita Bowl in the opening round of the 2026 Rothesay County Championship over Easter weekend
The vibrant family-friendly festival celebrating the spirit of togetherness, joy, and cultural diversity is coming to Southampton with Holi Hungama taking place on Saturday 7th March, from 12pm - 6pm at Guildhall Square, Southampton, SO14 7DU.
This FREE community event will celebrate Holi, bringing together families, friends, and culture for a day filled with colour, tradition, and joy. Guests can look forward to non-stop music, legendary food, cultural performances and dance, children's activities and much more.
With the event welcoming over 3,000 attendees last year, this event promises an unforgettable experience for everyone!

As part of the celebrations, Hampshire Cricket will be sharing information about free cricket workshops and training opportunities in Southampton - plus, giving you a sneak peek at a huge summer of cricket featuring England, Hampshire and Southern Brave. There will also be an exclusive competition running, to give attendees the chance to win a family ticket to England v Sri Lanka IT20 on Tuesday 15 September.
Holi is not only a joyful celebration of one of the world’s most cherished festivals but also an opportunity to encourage cultural exchange and community togetherness across Southampton.
Utilita Bowl is proud to take part in this vibrant festival, strengthening ties with the local community and sharing in the celebrations of colour, unity, and tradition.
For more details and free tickets, see the Visit Southampton webpage
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