The new year brings a concentrated burst of practical AI workshops across Hampshire. From sales enablement in Southampton to responsible deployment in Southsea, January offers hands-on learning for businesses at every stage of their AI journey. PyData Southampton returns from their Christmas social with monthly meetups expected to resume in late January or February—watch their Meetup page.
Mark your calendars: the AI Arts Festival returns to Winchester on 22 March, and Solent FutureScape debuts on 24 March as the region's flagship AI and technology conference.
Top Picks
Tue 13 Jan - Southampton
Sales Meets AI: Smarter Selling for Faster Growth (Hampshire Growth Hub)Practical workshop on AI-driven sales strategies at Future Towns Innovation Hub, Southampton Science Park.
Wed 4 Feb - Online
AI for small business - Introductory Webinar (Test Valley Borough Council)
Free online session for small businesses exploring AI adoption; prepares attendees for the hands-on workshop.Wed 11 Feb - Crossfield Hall
AI for Small Businesses Workshop in Romsey (Test Valley Borough Council)
Free webinar for small businesses who are considering the use of AI. This event prepares attendees for a half day workshop.
EventbriteSun 22 Mar - Winchester
AI@Southampton AI Arts Festival (University of Southampton)
Celebration of AI and creativity featuring installations, performances, and panel discussions with Dame Wendy Hall at Theatre Royal Winchester.
AI Arts FestivalTue 24 Mar - Solent Region
Solent FutureScape (Solent Growth Partnership)
Flagship regional AI and technology expo with 100+ exhibitors, keynote speakers, live demonstrations, and startup showcase across the Solent.
Full Event Listings (Jan-Mar 2026)
Date & Time | Event (Host) | Venue / City | Type | Cost | RSVP / Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tue 13 Jan, 09:30–13:00 | Sales Meets AI: Smarter Selling for Faster Growth (Hampshire Growth Hub) | Future Towns Innovation Hub, Southampton Science Park | Workshop | Free | |
Tue 13 Jan, 09:00–13:00 | Responsible Generative AI in Practice (AiLab / SBSS Events) | Queens Hotel, Southsea | Workshop | Contact organiser | |
Tue 13 Jan, 11:00-13:30 | Transforming Research into Action: AI-Focused Workshop (BAA / University of Exeter) | University of Exeter (remote option available) | Academic Workshop | Free | |
Tue 20 Jan, 09:00–16:00 | Explainability in Speech and Audio AI at the Edge (University of Southampton) | Building 100, Room 4011, Southampton | Technical Workshop | Free | |
Wed 4 Feb, 10:00–11:00 | AI for small business - Introductory Webinar | Online | Webinar | Free | |
Wed 11 Feb, 09:30–12:30 | AI for Small Businesses Workshop (Test Valley Borough Council) | Crosfield Hall, Romsey | Workshop | Free | |
Thu 12 Feb, 10:00–16:00 | Ocean Village Innovation Centre Business Clinic (OVIC / Growth Hub) | Ocean Village Innovation Centre, Southampton | Business Support Clinic | Free | |
Thu 19 Feb, 10:00–16:00 | Victory Business Centre Clinic (Hampshire Growth Hub) | Victory Business Centre, Portsmouth | Business Support Clinic | Free | |
Sun 22 Mar, 11:00–22:00 | AI@Southampton AI Arts Festival (University of Southampton) | Theatre Royal Winchester & The Arc, Winchester | Festival | Free (day) / Ticketed (evening) | |
Tue 24 Mar, 09:00-15:00 | Solent FutureScape (Solent Growth Partnership) | King's Conference Centre, Southampton | Expo & Conference | TBC |
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