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THURSDAY 02 APRIL 2026

Pete Firman: Tricks & Giggles Thursday 02 April 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Comedy  •  Magic
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Pete Firman: Tricks & Giggles - 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.
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Comedy night Thursday 02 April 2026
Venue:  The Northbrook Arms     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   Stratton Lane, East Stratton, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3DU
Telephone:  01962 774499
Event:  Comedy night - 8.30pm - Tickets on sale. Book your table!
Venue's website:  northbrookarms.com
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thenorthbrookarms
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No Way Out Thursday 02 April 2026
Venue:  White Hart Hotel     map Categories   Live music
Address:   Newbury Street, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7DN
Telephone:  01256 892900
Event:  No Way Out - 8pm - No Way Out's website: www.no-wayout.co.uk. No Way Out on Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoWayOutRocks. Classic and modern rock covers band. No Way Out are a “powerhouse covers band with the experience, flair and sheer musical pedigree”. They serve-up versatile, crowd-pleasing sets, blending rock, pop, indie, Britpop and alternative classics with unexpected curveballs that keep everyone engaged. No Way Out are bursting with passion, masterful playing and endless good times, whether it’s a boutique festival, a lively beer or cider festival, an intimate wedding, a charming country fair or a live music venue. Powered by a state-of-the-art LD Maui PA system and a great lighting rig, they deliver a full live experience with crystal-clear sound and stunning visuals, creating moments the audience will still be talking about long after the last note is played.
Venue's website:  whiteharthotelwhitchurch.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/whitehartwhitchurch


FRIDAY 03 APRIL 2026 - Good Friday

ACOUSTIC CAFE | JACK AND BAS + WESLEY BENNET + JAMES HOOK Friday 03 April 2026 - Good Friday
Venue:  The Arc     map Categories   Live music
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  ACOUSTIC CAFE | JACK AND BAS + WESLEY BENNET + JAMES HOOK - Doors 6.30pm - a curated evening of music - our monthly event brings amazing and delicious artists into our cafe space. Bar and cafe open throughout - get there early to grab a seat and be entertained.
Venue's website:  arcwinchester.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/arcwinch
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Jam Night Friday 03 April 2026 - Good Friday
Venue:  Projects     map Categories   Live music  •  Music jam
Address:   6 Middle Brook Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8BQ
Telephone:  01962 850794
Event:  Jam Night - 7.30pm - Improvised live music jamming session. Food, wine, beer and good times. Playing a wide variety of styles. Soak up the music, dance or join in the jam. Take your instruments or borrow theirs. 1st Friday of every month.
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/projectswinch
Facebook event


Nick Parker and The False Alarms Friday 03 April 2026 - Good Friday
Venue:  The Railway     map Categories   Live music
Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Nick Parker and The False Alarms - 7.30pm - A rare chance to see Nick Parker and the False Alarms on tour in the UK!
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
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Strip Down Babylon Friday 03 April 2026 - Good Friday
Venue:  Horse & Groom     map Categories   Live music
Address:   2 Broad Street, Alresford, Winchester, SO24 9AQ
Telephone:  01962 734809
Event:  Strip Down Babylon - 8.30pm - Strip Down Babylon on Facebook: www.facebook.com/people/Strip-Down-Babylon/61555380780147. Upbeat old school Reggae.
Venue's website:  horse-and-groom-alresford.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/Horseandgroomalresford

Bitter Blues Friday 03 April 2026 - Good Friday
Venue:  Clatford Arms     map Categories   Live music
Address:   Longstock Road, Goodworth Clatford, Hampshire, SP11 7RN
Telephone:  01264 392138
Event:  Bitter Blues - 8.30pm - Blues covers band A good-time blues band with a rock leaning playing mainly fast-paced boogie blues and blues/rock. With covers by artists such as Gary Moore, ZZ Top, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Free, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Jimi Hendrix, Rory Gallagher, Joe Bonamassa, The Black Crowes and more including a few odd-balls to keep your feet tapping!
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/people/The-Clatford-Arms-at-Goodworth-Clatford/61558230023718


SATURDAY 04 APRIL 2026

Hestia + Jot Sloppy + The Parlours + Oswald Slain Saturday 04 April 2026
Venue:  The Railway     map Categories   Live music
Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Hestia + Jot Sloppy + The Parlours + Oswald Slain - 7.30pm doors - Previously known locally as Vinyl, the band returns to their hometown under the new name Hestia!
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
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Alex Kriche Saturday 04 April 2026
Venue:  Half Moon and Spread Eagle     map Categories   Live music
Address:   Winchester Road, Micheldever, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3DG
Telephone:  01962 774150
Event:  Alex Kriche - 4pm - Head down to the Half Moon on 4th April for an afternoon rolling into a full evening of live music. They will be firing-up the BBQ from 4pm. See poster for details.
Venue's website:  halfmoonandspreadeagle.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/people/Half-Moon-and-Spread-Eagle-Freehouse/100093654201803
Facebook event


The Jam Factory Open Mic Saturday 04 April 2026
Venue:  Whitchurch Longmeadow Sports and Social Club     map Categories   Live music  •  Open mic
Address:   Winchester Road, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7RB
Telephone:  01256 892493
Event:  The Jam Factory Open Mic - 7pm - The Jam Factory – Monthly Open Mic Night. Visit Facebook for full information.
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
Facebook event



SUNDAY 05 APRIL 2026 - Easter Day

The Easter Acoustic Session Sunday 05 April 2026 - Easter Day
Venue:  The Railway     map Categories   Live music
Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  The Easter Acoustic Session - doors 7pm - Celebrate Easter with an intimate acoustic session showcasing a vibrant mix of local talent. From soulful singer-songwriters to upbeat folk, indie, and stripped-back pop, this relaxed evening brings together performers of all styles and stages of their musical journey. It’s all about community, creativity, and sharing great live music in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
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
Tickets or more information


Lowriders Sunday 05 April 2026 - Easter Day
Venue:  The Greyhound     map Categories   Live music
Address:   2 High Street, Broughton, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 8AA
Telephone:  01794 501387
Event:  Lowriders - 6pm - Lowriders on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/303090606455173. Rock covers band. Hard rocking, loud singing, foot tapping and fist raising rock music ranging from the 80s until now!
Venue's website:  greyhoundbroughton.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TheGreyhoundBroughton
Facebook event


Jake Ward Sunday 05 April 2026 - Easter Day
Venue:  The Poplar Farm     map Categories   Live music
Address:   Old Salisbury Road, Abbotts Ann, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 7NJ
Telephone:  01264 710424
Event:  Jake Ward - 6pm - Jake Ward on Facebook: www.facebook.com/jakewardmusic. Popular covers solo singer. Jake likes to sing popular covers, anything from the Rat Pack to Razorlight, sometimes even Westlife. Keep an eye out for Jake singing locally.
Venue's website:  vintageinn.co.uk/restaurants/south-east/thepoplarfarmabbottsann
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thepoplarfarm
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TODAY, Thursday 02 April 2026

Pete Firman: Tricks & Giggles

Pete Firman: Tricks & Giggles

Venue: Theatre Royal
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.


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