📅 Events & Community Calendar

For ages 7 to 10 and a half.

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Get ready for a fantastic day of live music, entertainment, food and community spirit as Carpark Fest comes to The Red Lion on Sunday 30th August, from 12pm until 9pm.

It’s set to be a brilliant day for all the family, with a packed programme of live performances, activities, stalls, food and plenty of fun, all while raising money for Overton Radio and Test Valley Men’s Shed.

Live Music

We’ve got a fantastic line-up of local performers taking to the stage throughout the day:

• Lani Clayton
• Mya
• John Bird
• Jake Ward
• Rob Francis
• Take Three
• Funkline – Headliners

From great solo performances to a spectacular headline set from Funkline, there’ll be plenty to keep the music flowing throughout the afternoon and evening.

The Overton Radio Team

And it wouldn’t be a proper Overton Radio event without the team!

The entire Overton Radio team will be at Carpark Fest throughout the weekend, hosting the event, keeping the entertainment flowing and bringing you all the action from The Red Lion.

Come along, say hello to the presenters and volunteers you hear on air, get involved with the fun and find out more about everything happening at your local community radio station.

Entertainment & Activities

There’s much more happening than just live music. You can also enjoy:

• Classic cars and tractors
• Chilli Challenge
• Human Fruit Machine
• Bingo
• A fantastic selection of local stalls
• Plenty of food and refreshments

Stallholders

Come along and support some fantastic local businesses and independent sellers, including:

• Test Valley Men's Shed
• The Village Refillery
• Dianne Siford – Clothing, with everything £5 or less
• Vita Nova Jewellery
• Homemade postcards and keyrings
• VB Distillery
• The Haven - providing a sensory space for young children struggling with the noise of the event.

Food & Refreshments

You certainly won’t go hungry at Carpark Fest!

Jeffrey’s Lunchbox will be serving up delicious food, while Sonny Jim’s Ice Cream will be on hand with something cool and sweet.

Help Us Raise Money

Carpark Fest is being held to raise funds for Overton Radio and Test Valley Men’s Shed, helping support the work they do within our local community.

Every donation, big or small, makes a difference. If you’d like to support the event and help us continue bringing community radio and local projects to the area, you can donate through our JustGiving page:

Donate to Carpark Fest

Join Us!

Bring your friends, bring the family and come along for a brilliant day at The Red Lion.

Sunday 30th August | 12pm–9pm
The Red Lion

Live music. Great entertainment. Local businesses. Community spirit. And the whole Overton Radio team under one roof.

Put the date in your diary, spread the word and get ready for Carpark Fest 2026!

Dog lovers are invited to grab their four-legged friends and head along to T&T Pet Field and Café for a fun-filled day of wagging tails, competitions and family entertainment.

The popular Annual Dog Show returns on Saturday 5th September, promising a “paw-sitively fabulous” day out for dogs and humans alike, with a full programme of classes, activities and attractions.

The café will be open from 9am, with dog show registration opening at 10.30am. The dog show and fete officially get underway from 11am, with entry to each competition class costing just £2.

Dogs can take part in a variety of categories throughout the day, including Loveliest Lady, Fabulous Fella, Best Treat Catcher, Golden Oldie (over 8 years), Best Paw-Shaker, Best Puppy (under 18 months), Best Junior Handler (under 16), and Judges’ Favourite. The day will finish with the much-anticipated Best in Show award.

The Best Junior Handler competition is open to children under 16, who must be accompanied by an adult. The winner will receive a trophy and rosette.

Alongside the dog show, visitors can enjoy a packed fete featuring bungee trampolines, exotic creatures to touch, a bouncy castle, bouncy slide, face painting, hot food from A Bit Of A Do, sweets, tombola, market stalls, dog food and treats, and the Loki Pawtraits Pop Up Photo Studio.

Organisers say there will be plenty to see and do throughout the day, making it a great event for families, pet owners and anyone who enjoys spending time with animals.

With plenty of entertainment on offer, the Annual Dog Show at T&T Pet Field and Café looks set to be a barking good day out.

For 8-10 and a half years old during term time.

Contact Group Scout Leader (Stuart Williams) via overton.scout.group@outlook.com

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For 6-8 year olds.

Contact Group Scout Leader (Stuart Williams) via overton.scout.group@outlook.com

Celebrating the iconic sounds of one of the biggest bands of the 80s, Call Me Blondie will be performing all the classic hits that have made Blondie a household name, bringing the energy, style and unforgettable songs of the era back to life.

From timeless favourites to crowd-pleasing anthems, the evening promises to be a must-see event for Blondie fans and anyone who loves great live music.

Tickets are priced at just £5 for members and £8 for guests, making it the perfect night out with friends and fellow music lovers.

So dust off your dancing shoes, get ready to sing along, and join the Stute for an evening packed with classic 80s entertainment!

A Five-piece rock & indie covers Band from Hampshire. They don’t just cover songs - they wrestle them into submission. Expect loud guitars, bad jokes, and at least one band member forgetting the setlist.

Tickets: £5 for members, £3 for guests.

Buy Online or pop into the club.

A special community screening of The People’s Emergency Briefing is set to take place in Overton, bringing residents together to explore what is happening with the climate and nature, and what it could mean for everyday life in the UK.

The 50-minute film brings together nine leading UK scientists and experts to present the latest evidence and explain how environmental changes could affect issues including extreme weather, food security, health and the cost of living.

Based on the National Emergency Briefing held in Westminster, which was featured by ITV, Channel 4 and The Times, the film includes appearances from Chris Packham, Deborah Meaden and a range of voices from across the UK.

Following the screening, there will be an open discussion looking at what the issues raised in the film could mean for the local community and what can be done at a local level.

Organisers have invited local MP Kit Malthouse to attend the event and are hopeful that he will join local residents for the discussion.

The screening will take place at St Mary's Hall on Wednesday 23 September, from 7.30pm until 9.30pm.

Admission is free, although places are limited and advance booking is required. The screening is not recommended for anyone under the age of 16 because of the impact of the content.

Organisers are also asking anyone who books a ticket but later finds they cannot attend to let them know, so their place can be offered to someone else.

Everyone is welcome to attend, with residents encouraged to bring along friends, neighbours or family members for what organisers hope will be an informative and thought-provoking evening.