MATCH CENTRE: Hampshire Men v Gloucestershire, Pre-Season Friendly
View the latest scorecard from Hampshire men's pre-season friendly against Gloucestershire
Gates Open: 6pm | Fireworks Display: 7:30pm* approx. timing | Event Closes: 9:30pm
Tickets to the fireworks party are sold out.
Ticketholders need to have downloaded tickets ahead of arriving at the venue.
How to download tickets:
Seating is unreserved and unallocated and Under 5s do not need a ticket to enter the ground.
Spectators are welcome to enjoy the fireworks display from the pitch. Please note, the pitch is a grass surface and maybe wet on the evening.
On-site car parking is now sold out. There are still limited accessible parking spaces remaining.
Please note, Bluestar public buses are diverting routes on Friday 1st November. Click here to be directed to Bluestar's website for more information.
For full details on directions to the venue and parking arrangements, please follow the link below.
Gates will open at 6pm. Please use West Gate for buggy and under 5 access. The funfair rides and food and drink stalls also open from 6pm.
The Fireworks Display is scheduled to begin at approximately 7:30pm and end at around 7:50pm, although delays may be possible due to weather conditions.
The Ground will close to all visitors at 9.30pm.
A quiet room will be available within our Pavilion. To use this shared facility, or if you need any information, please visit the information point which is located in the Arlott Atrium.
If you wish to store a buggy or wheelchair during the event please visit Utilita Bowl Store, located under the Shane Warne Stand, upon entry into the stadium. Please note access to the shop to retrieve items will be restricted during the 20-minute firework show.
The show is regarded as the best fireworks event in the south with funfair rides and music creating a fantastic atmosphere in addition to the breathtaking 20-minute fireworks display.
Robbie James is returning as presenter for the Utilita Bowl Fireworks Party 2024, and will be helping to build the party atmosphere from gates open at 6pm until the display begins at approximately 7:30pm.
There will be a number of delicious food and drink stalls available on the West Berm for people to enjoy throughout the night!
The food options on offer include Natty's Jerk, hog roast, mac & cheese, noodles, burgers, hotdogs, churros, popcorn, sweets and more!
Coffee and other hot drinks are available, while alcoholic drinks can also be purchased from the Shane Warne Stand Bar and the Atrium Bar.
Please click here to view the latest weather forecast for Southampton.
It is highly unlikely that this event will be cancelled due to inclement weather, with a cancellation only occuring if spectator safety is at risk. Any updates will be posted on our website and via our social media channels.
Please note that no sparklers or fireworks may be brought into the ground.
No food or drink may be brought into the ground, apart from a sealed 500ml plastic bottle of water.
Ground regulations can be found here.
For any ticketing, parking or Fireworks Party event queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Email: enquiries@utilitabowl.com
Phone: 02380 472002 (Opt. 2)
Visit Us: Utilita Bowl Store (inside West Gate)
Phonelines & Utilita Bowl Store open 10am - 4pm, Monday - Friday
You can report any concerns or issues by alerting one of the stewarding team at the venue or by messaging 07782 331988 via SMS or Whatsapp.
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