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SATURDAY 14 MARCH 2026

Saturday 14 March 2026
Venue: Guildhall Winchester map

Special interest
Address: Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9GH
Telephone: 01962 840820
Event: True Crime and Wine - 6pm - an evening with two amateur sleuths as we delve into some of the world’s most mysterious and mind-bending tales. True Crime & Wine is an intimate live storytelling experience where we dissect real-life criminal cases – moving from slow-burn suspense to jaw-dropping reveals. This is true crime… uncorked.
Venue's website: guildhallwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/guildhallwinchester

Saturday 14 March 2026
Venue: The Arc map

Live music
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: 01962 398046
Event: RAINEY'S REVUE - 7.30pm - Led by the renowned RICHARD EXALL (The Glen Miller Orchestra UK, The Pasadena Roof Orchestra) on tenor sax and clarinet, in conjunction with Musical Director, DOM BARNETT on piano, Rainey’s Revue feature some of the classic songs from the singer dubbed ‘The Mother of The Blues' – Ma Rainey - whilst capturing the true essence of the music from the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s.
Venue's website: arcwinchester.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/arcwinch

Saturday 14 March 2026
Venue: The Nutshell map

Theatre
Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF
Telephone: 01962 808533
Event: OTHELLO - 3pm & 7.30pm - In a world that punishes vulnerability and devours beauty, Discarded Nut rips into Shakespeare’s most devastating tragedy, exposing razor-sharp insights on toxic power, race, and human fallibility. Visually arresting, brutally honest, and emotionally explosive, Othello is a fearless exploration of what happens when we’re driven to the edge. DNTCo. is a Winchester-based professional theatre company known for trailblazing performances that champion emerging talent and DNYT alumni, with a fearless approach to classic texts that is both theatrically compelling and educationally enriching. By bringing these stories to life in ways that are relevant and exciting, we create work that resonates deeply with today’s audiences and underscores the enduring importance of storytelling and live theatre for all.
Venue's website: discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester

Saturday 14 March 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map

Live music • Family • Tribute
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440
Event: Flowers and Friendship Bracelets - 6pm - Get ready for a dazzling explosion of music, dance, and excitement as Flowers and Friendship Bracelets takes to the stage! Let's Shake it Off to our very own Taylor Swift; sing along to Flowers with Miley Cyrus; dust off all our best dance moves and HOT TO GO! with Chappell Roan, and not forgetting the unstoppable Sabrina Carpenter performing all her top hits such as Espresso. Watch the girls delight the audience in this incredible concert with a huge pop party to finish the show.
Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester

Saturday 14 March 2026
Venue: St Mary's Church map

Live music
Address: Church Lane, Easton, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1EH
Event: An Evening of Acoustic Guitar with Henry Ayling - Doors 4.30pm - Henry Ayling, originally from Winchester, is a finger-style acoustic guitarist and singer/songwriter playing traditional folk songs, covers and many of his own songs and instrumentals.

Saturday 14 March 2026
Venue: Clatford Arms map

Live music • Tribute
Address: Longstock Road, Goodworth Clatford, Hampshire, SP11 7RN
Telephone: 01264 392138
Event: ELVIS tribute with Chris - 8.30pm - 🎶🎶 ELVIS WILL BE IN THE BUILDING 🎶🎶. Book your tables
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/people/The-Clatford-Arms-at-Goodworth-Clatford/61558230023718

Saturday 14 March 2026
Venue: The Lights map

Family • Musical Theatre
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368
Event: Annie from RARE Productions - 2pm & 6.30pm - With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. This all-time classic musical is a must for all the family, with a great sound track and fabulous acting parts.
Venue's website: thelights.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover

SUNDAY 15 MARCH 2026

Sunday 15 March 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map

Live music • Tribute
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440
Event: Thank You For The Music: The Ultimate Tribute to ABBA - 7.30pm - This international smash-hit tribute show brings all ABBA's number one hits to the stage in a production like no other. The hugely popular show, now in its 21st year, with a brand-new show for 2025 combines the unmistakable harmonies, colourful costumes, and dazzling performances by our all-star cast.
Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester

Sunday 15 March 2026
Venue: The Railway map

Live music
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone: 01962 867795
Event: Ryan O' Reilly - Doors 8pm - THE CELTIC SONGWRITER CIRCLE
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website: railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester

Sunday 15 March 2026
Venue: Whitchurch Longmeadow Sports and Social Club map

Live music
Address: Winchester Road, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7RB
Telephone: 01256 892493
Event: Sunday Acoustic Sessions - 2.30pm - Free entry. Want to get involved? Contact Keith Bell via e-mail keithandrewbell@outlook.com.
Venue notes: Social club - Many clubs welcome guests if you're not a member. Please check access requirements. You may need to be signed-in if you're not a member and there may also be a door charge.
Venue's website: yourwssc.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/WhitchurchSocialClub

MONDAY 16 MARCH 2026

Monday 16 March 2026
Venue: The Railway map

Live music • Open mic
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone: 01962 867795
Event: Roots Open Mic Night - 7.30pm - Winchester's longest running open mic night. Free entry every Monday. Signups from 7.30pm, music from 8.00pm.
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website: railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester

Monday 16 March 2026
Venue: The Worthies Club map

Live music • Music jam
Address: Lovedon Lane, Kings Worthy, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7NJ
Telephone: 01962 880457
Event: Jazz Jam Session - 8pm - Frequent jazz jam session Playing mainly real book tunes, swing and latin. play or just listen. The Jazz Jam Session is a group of musicians who meet on the third Monday of each month for a jam session at the Worthies Club in Kings Worthy. Set-up is from 7.30pm, playing from 8pm. Please note: because the venue is a members club, those who have not joined will need to sign in as guests and pay £1 for the evening. Those planning to jam regularly may find it worthwhile to join as members. Visit www.facebook.com/jamminthejazz on Facebook.
Venue notes: Unless otherwise indicated, admission is free for club members. For guests there is a small admission charge and they will need to be signed-in by a member or bar staff.
Venue's website: thewssc.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/theworthiessportsandsocial

Monday 16 March 2026
Venue: The Lights map

Family • Musical Theatre
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368
Event: Shrek Junior from Rookwood School - 7pm - Rookwood School are delighted to present Shrek Junior.
Venue's website: thelights.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover

TUESDAY 17 MARCH 2026

Tuesday 17 March 2026
Venue: O'Neill's map

Live music
Address: 90-91 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9AP
Telephone: 01962 844001
Event: Union King + The Lost Keys + Andy Osman + Matt Mitchell - midday-midnight - Union King on Facebook: www.facebook.com/UnionKingband. Rock n roll covers band Rock n roll covers band from Portsmouth/Gosport.
Venue's website: oneills-winchester.designmynight.com
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/oneillswinch

Tuesday 17 March 2026
Venue: The Nutshell map

Theatre
Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF
Telephone: 01962 808533
Event: OTHELLO - 6.30pm - In a world that punishes vulnerability and devours beauty, Discarded Nut rips into Shakespeare’s most devastating tragedy, exposing razor-sharp insights on toxic power, race, and human fallibility. Visually arresting, brutally honest, and emotionally explosive, Othello is a fearless exploration of what happens when we’re driven to the edge. DNTCo. is a Winchester-based professional theatre company known for trailblazing performances that champion emerging talent and DNYT alumni, with a fearless approach to classic texts that is both theatrically compelling and educationally enriching. By bringing these stories to life in ways that are relevant and exciting, we create work that resonates deeply with today’s audiences and underscores the enduring importance of storytelling and live theatre for all.
Venue's website: discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester

Tuesday 17 March 2026
Venue: The Railway map

Books • Special interest
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone: 01962 867795
Event: Read It and Weep book club - 7pm - Join us on the third Tuesday of every month in Platform 2 for The Railway Inn’s new book club, Read It and Weep, as we sink our teeth into a juicy book (and probably enjoy a glass of wine or three!)
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website: railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester

Tuesday 17 March 2026
Venue: The Lights map

WEDNESDAY 18 MARCH 2026

Wednesday 18 March 2026
Venue: The Nutshell map

Theatre
Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF
Telephone: 01962 808533
Event: OTHELLO - 7.30pm - In a world that punishes vulnerability and devours beauty, Discarded Nut rips into Shakespeare’s most devastating tragedy, exposing razor-sharp insights on toxic power, race, and human fallibility. Visually arresting, brutally honest, and emotionally explosive, Othello is a fearless exploration of what happens when we’re driven to the edge. DNTCo. is a Winchester-based professional theatre company known for trailblazing performances that champion emerging talent and DNYT alumni, with a fearless approach to classic texts that is both theatrically compelling and educationally enriching. By bringing these stories to life in ways that are relevant and exciting, we create work that resonates deeply with today’s audiences and underscores the enduring importance of storytelling and live theatre for all.
Venue's website: discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester

Wednesday 18 March 2026
Venue: The Lights map

Comedy
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368
Event: Pete Firman: Tricks & Giggles 2026 - 7.30pm - With over 4.5 million social media followers and countless TV appearances under his belt, Pete Firman is the UK's top comic magician. Join him for an evening of Tricks & Giggles, as Pete brings his trademark blend of magic and comedy from the small screen to stages around the UK with this brand-new show. Expect impossible feats, sleight of hand and big laughs from one of magic's most exciting performers!
Venue's website: thelights.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover

THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2026

Thursday 19 March 2026
Venue: The Nutshell map

Thursday 19 March 2026
Venue: The Railway map

Theatre
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone: 01962 867795
Event: Rewind: Short Plays Inspired By Songs - 7.30pm doors - Presented and performed by students of The University of Winchester, these short plays are well worth seeing on this one night only show!
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website: railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester

Thursday 19 March 2026
Venue: The Lights map

Theatre
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368
Event: Shakespeare Schools Festival 2026 - 7pm - Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation is proud to present the world’s largest youth drama festival at the Lights Theatre. Join us this March for a thrilling theatrical event, featuring a series of abridged Shakespeare plays, performed by local schools. See Shakespeare’s timeless stories brought to life, and support young people from your community as they take to the stage in a unique evening of live theatre.
Venue's website: thelights.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover

FRIDAY 20 MARCH 2026

Friday 20 March 2026
Venue: Winchester Cathedral map

Talk
Address: Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS
Telephone: 01962 857275 (box office)
Event: Jane Austen Among Women Writers: Dr Gillian Dow - 7.30pm - A TALK BY AN ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON
Venue's website: winchester-cathedral.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/winchestercathedral

Friday 20 March 2026
Venue: The Arc map

Comedy
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: 01962 398046
Event: BARNSTORMERS COMEDY - MARCH 2026 - 8pm - Regular comedy night at The Arc, Barnstormers Comedy presents a line-up of three top acts from the London comedy circuit and beyond: many of them Comedy Store regulars.
Venue's website: arcwinchester.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/arcwinch

Friday 20 March 2026
Venue: The Nutshell map

Friday 20 March 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map

Family • Theatre
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440
Event: Playmakers Youth Takeover - 7pm - Get ready for an evening full of energy, imagination, and heart as Playmakers Youth Theatre step into the spotlight. Playmakers Year 10+ group will perform Cloud Busting by Helen Blakeman — their National Theatre Connections piece, packed with emotion, humour and honesty. Meanwhile, Playmakers talented Drama Clubs and School Years 7–9 and 3–6 groups will share their own devised performances, inspired by the theme of Generations. Expect laughter, memories, and a few surprises as they explore what connects us across the years.
Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester

Friday 20 March 2026
Venue: The Railway map

Live music
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone: 01962 867795
Event: Patience Please - doors 8pm - Patience Please are a three-piece powerhouse trio based in West London, crafting bold, crunching guitar music with a sharp pop sensibility, soaring vocals, emotional immediacy and arena-sized ambition.
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website: railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester

Friday 20 March 2026
Venue: The Lights map

Live music • Tribute
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368
Event: From Gold to Rio - 7.30pm - Two of the UK's most iconic bands will be brought to life in one power packed show! With over 20 top 10 hits the show will feature 2 hours of non-stop classics including Gold, Rio, True, The Reflex, to name a few, guaranteed to leave the audience shouting for more! So, if you’re a Duranie, a Spandie, a Wild Boy or a Soul Boy, then this is something you don’t want to miss!
Venue's website: thelights.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover

SATURDAY 21 MARCH 2026

Saturday 21 March 2026
Venue: The Arc map

Live music
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: 01962 398046
Event: CHRIS WOOD - 7.30pm - Reflections on minor league football, empty nest syndrome, learning to swim, Cook-in Sauce and of course, the Gecko as a metaphor for contemporary society! Tom Robinson and Chris Difford are fans while Stick In The Wheel and The Unthanks look to him as an influence. In a world of soundbites and distractions Chris Wood is a truth seeker. His writing is permeated with love and wry intelligence, uplifting and challenging as he celebrates the sheer one-thing-after-anotherness of life. Winner of 6 BBC Folk Awards, he's played with The Royal Shakespeare Company and was a key member of The Imagined Village along with Billy Bragg, Martin and Eliza Carthy. A wise and soulful craftsman, his concerts are a cliche free zone.
Venue's website: arcwinchester.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/arcwinch

Saturday 21 March 2026
Venue: The Nutshell map

Saturday 21 March 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map

Comedy
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440
Event: Winchester Comedy Festival: Spring Gala 2026 - 7.30pm - An evening of stand-up comedy with Jo Caulfield, Steve Bugeja, Sunil Patel and Tom Deacon (MC). Line up subject to change.
Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester

Saturday 21 March 2026
Venue: The Railway map

Live music
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone: 01962 867795
Event: Dogshow + Continental Liaison - POSTPONED - 8pm doors - Dogshow are an unmistakable band formed by 2 brothers traversing the astral planes of dance music – whilst dressed as poodles.
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website: railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester

Saturday 21 March 2026
Venue: Kings Somborne Village Hall map

Live music
Address: Kings Somborne, Hampshire, SO20 6PP
Event: Somborne Sessions: Lucy May Walker - Doors 7.30pm - Somborne Sessions's website: www.sombornesessions.co.uk. Somborne Sessions on Facebook: www.facebook.com/SomborneSessions. Live music events at Kings Somborne Village Hall. Lucy May Walker is a Folkestone based Singer/Songwriter originally from Worcestershire. In 2018 Lucy May was discovered busking by Jeremy Vine and went on to perform live on both his BBC Radio 2 show and his Channel 5 TV talk show. In 2022 Lucy was invited back on Radio 2 to talk about her single ’The Hardest Goodbye’ from her debut album Nothing Ever Stays The Same which reached no. 1 in the iTunes Singer/Songwriter chart. She has supported the likes of Texas, Wet Wet Wet, Tony Hadley & Nerina Pallot as well as selling out numerous headline shows of her own. With a beautiful voice, and songs full of emotion, wit and personality, Lucy is building a strong reputation as an accomplished live performer.
Venue's website: kingssombornevillagehall.co.uk

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Venue: St Paul's Church
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