Winchester Gig Guide
Winchester Gig Guide
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Saturday 22 August 2026
Venue: Guildhall Winchester mapLive music • Tribute
Address: Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9GH
Telephone: 01962 840820
Event: The Music of Motown - 7.30pm - Experience the Magic of Motown Like Never Before. Step into a world of soul-stirring harmonies, dazzling vocals and unforgettable grooves with The Music of Motown: The Candlelight Concert. This one-of-a-kind musical experience pays tribute to the legendary artists and timeless hits that defined a generation – all set alongside the breathtaking atmosphere of thousands of flickering candles.
Venue's website: guildhallwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/guildhallwinchester
Tickets/more info: guildhallwinchester.co.uk/events/the-music-of-motown-the-candlelight-concert
Saturday 22 August 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone: 01962 867795
Event: Medusa - CANCELLED - 8pm doors - Medusa are a 4-piece rock covers band who perform classics from the 70's and 80's
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 22 August 2026
Venue: River Park Recreation Ground map
Address: Gordon Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7DD
Event: Sausage and Cider Festival - midday-10pm - See website for full details: www.sausageandciderfest.co.uk/winchester
Venue's website: riverparkwinchester.org
Saturday 22 August 2026
Venue: March Hare map
Address: 63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN
Telephone: 01962 582149
Event: Precinct 13 - 8.30pm - Rock covers band
Venue's website: marchharewinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/themarchhareharestock
Sunday 23 August 2026
Venue: The Three Cups Inn map
Address: Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 6HB
Telephone: 01264 810527
Event: Adriana - 4pm-8pm - Live music in the garden on Sunday 23rd August. Adriana will be singing from 4pm until 8pm.
Venue's website: the3cups.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thethreecups
Facebook Event: www.facebook.com/events/1854442325934830
Monday 24 August 2026
Venue: The Railway map
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
Tuesday 25 August 2026
Venue: March Hare map
Address: 63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN
Telephone: 01962 582149
Event: Acoustic Open Mic Night hosted by Jon Walsh - 8pm - Hosted by the talented Jon Walsh, it’s your chance to grab the mic, showcase your skills, or just sit back and enjoy a night of great live music and atmosphere. 🎵✨ Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just fancy giving it a go, everyone’s welcome!
Venue's website: marchharewinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/themarchhareharestock
Wednesday 26 August 2026
Venue: Winchester Rugby Club map
Address: North Walls Park, Hillier Way, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7SU
Telephone: 01962 867021
Event: Winchester Uke Jam - 7.30pm - The Winchester Uke Jam meets on the 4th Wednesday of every month at The Winchester Rugby Club and all are welcome, regardless of ability. You don't have to be a uke player to join in. They welcome any stringed instrument or if you fancy playing a bit of percussion, having a sing or just want to listen then go along. Check their website for details: www.moonroller.com/winchesterukejam.htm.
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 Facebook: facebook.com/winchesterRugbyFootballClub
Thursday 27 August 2026
Venue: Helch Market map
Address: 19 Upper Brook St, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AL
Event: Helch Jazz Club - 8.30pm-11pm - Every Thursday. Free tickets (ticket only event). Live jazz band. 8.30pm - 11pm. Book tickets at helch.uk. Thursday 13 August 2026: FUSION FIVE. A night of jazz, funk and fusion. Playing tunes by Herbie Hancock, Miles Davis, Chick Corea, Freddie Hubbard and more.
Venue's website: helch.uk
Thursday 27 August 2026
Venue: The Drovers map
Address: 62 Downs Road, South Wonston, Hampshire, SO21 3EW
Telephone: 01962 880227
Event: Acoustic Thursday - Open Mic Night - 8pm - See poster for details.
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: the-drovers.jimdosite.com
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TheDroversSWSC
Friday 28 August 2026
Venue: The Arc map
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: 01962 398046
Event: THE AC/DC EXPERIENCE - 7.30pm - Get ready to rock all night long as The AC/DC Experience return to deliver the most electrifying tribute to one of the greatest rock bands of all time!
Venue's website: arcwinchester.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/arcwinch
Friday 28 August 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone: 01962 867795
Event: scuss. + The Borough + Psychedelic Skies - Doors 7.30pm - scuss. Some Indie group.
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 29 August 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone: 01962 867795
Event: Wildwood - Paul Weller Tribute - Doors 8pm - Wildwood, formed in 2006, are a three piece band performing a tribute to the music of Paul Weller. Spanning his 48 year career, from 1977 and The Jam, to the Style Council and his solo career up to the present day.
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 29 August 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone: 01962 867795
Event: The Guillotine Union Boys + Pegasuses + Watching The Buzzards - 7.30pm doors - With their powerful vocals, lightning-quick picking, and rebel energy, The Guillotine Union Boys are a rabble rousing act to raise your spirits and chase the blues away.
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 29 August 2026
Venue: The Greyhound map
Address: 2 High Street, Broughton, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 8AA
Telephone: 01794 501387
Event: Beer Festival with live music: Richard Harris + Joe-Daniel Bennet + Dan Finch + Channelle + Open Mic - 2pm
Venue's website: greyhoundbroughton.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TheGreyhoundBroughton
Saturday 29 August 2026
Venue: The Crook and Shears map
Address: Upper Clatford, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 7QL
Telephone: 01264 748479
Event: Sausage & Cider Festival: Gaz Berntsen - 2pm-4pm - Get ready for a great Bank Holiday weekend full of entertainment, cider and sausages! Gaz Berntsen will be kicking things off at 2pm on the Saturday. For further information contact the venue on 01264 748479.
Venue's website: crookandshears.com
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/people/The-Crook-and-Shears-Pub-Upper-Clatford/61554450625999
Sunday 30 August 2026
Venue: The Greyhound map
Address: 2 High Street, Broughton, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 8AA
Telephone: 01794 501387
Event: Beer Festival with live music: Weird Science + Sonic Echo + Just-Harvey - 3pm
Venue's website: greyhoundbroughton.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TheGreyhoundBroughton
Monday 31 August 2026 - Summer Bank Holiday
Venue: Winchester Cathedral map
Address: Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS
Telephone: 01962 857275 (box office)
Event: Organ Festival 2026 - Joshua Stephens, Sub-Organist at Winchester Cathedral - 4.30pm - Acknowledged as one of Britain’s “most brilliant and exciting musicians” (Leeds Inspired), Joshua has broadcast live on BBC Radio 3, performed on national television, and guest conducted the City of London Sinfonia and The Sixteen. Prior to his role at Winchester Cathedral, Joshua was founding Director of Music at Steel City Choristers, Assistant and Acting Director of Music at Sheffield Cathedral, and Second Assistant Organist at Wells Cathedral. He completed his undergraduate studies at the Royal Northern College of Music, graduating with a First-Class degree with Honours, studying the organ with Darius Battiwalla and Thomas Trotter.
Venue's website: winchester-cathedral.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/winchestercathedral
Monday 31 August 2026 - Summer Bank Holiday
Venue: The Railway map
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 31 August 2026 - Summer Bank Holiday
Venue: The Northbrook Arms map
Address: Stratton Lane, East Stratton, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3DU
Telephone: 01962 774499
Event: NORTHBROOK ARMS SUMMER PARTY with live music from NATURAL B JAZZ TRIO + Garyoke - midday-7pm - From 12pm until 7pm, the Village Green will come alive with fantastic live music, family entertainment, delicious food, refreshing drinks and plenty of activities for all ages. This event is FREE TO ATTEND (including all entertainment and activities) but please do register your interest to help with planning: forms.gle/cft4arCCSUHhjZvb8.
Venue's website: northbrookarms.com
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thenorthbrookarms
Monday 31 August 2026 - Summer Bank Holiday
Venue: The Greyhound map
Address: 2 High Street, Broughton, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 8AA
Telephone: 01794 501387
Event: Beer Festival with live music: Ray Keates and Friends - 1pm
Venue's website: greyhoundbroughton.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TheGreyhoundBroughton
Tuesday 01 September 2026
Venue: The Dove Inn map
Address: Andover Road, Micheldever Station, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3AU
Telephone: 01962 582922
Event: Open Mic - 8pm - Hosted by Paul Jude Wilson. Fun, relaxed open mic. Follow Paul on Facebook at www.facebook.com/paul.j.wilson.16.
Venue's website: doveinn.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/people/The-Dove-Pub-Kitchen/61584481986281
Thursday 03 September 2026
Venue: The Arc map
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: 01962 398046
Event: CHRIS HELME from The Seahorses - 7.30pm - From his breakthrough success with The Seahorses to an enduring solo career, Chris Helme has always excelled at pouring his heart into music - in the process creating songs as affectingly emotional as they are obviously accomplished. Now, thirty years on from that first spotlight moment, the singer-songwriter provides a taste of his ever popular live shows with the new album ‘Forest ForThe Trees’.
Venue's website: arcwinchester.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/arcwinch
Friday 04 September 2026
Venue: The Arc map
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: 01962 398046
Event: ACOUSTIC CAFE | GINA LARNER + LENNON TAYLOR + HATTIE CHANDLER - 7.30pm
Venue's website: arcwinchester.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/arcwinch
Friday 04 September 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440
Event: A Night to Remember Motown Show - 7.30pm - A Night To Remember: Motown Show takes you back in time to 1960's Detroit. Be prepared for a high energy show, packed with the greatest Motown hits of all time. Starring The Voice UK finalist, Bizzi Dixon, and backed by the soulful vocal dynamics of The Motown Divas, this musical celebration is sure to have you singing along and dancing in the aisles and the streets. Don't look any further! Reach out and grab your ticket to find out just how sweet it is to party all night long. This live show is guaranteed to be a night to remember!
Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
Friday 04 September 2026
Venue: March Hare map
Address: 63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN
Telephone: 01962 582149
Event: MarchFest - Three day festival with live music from Meg & Joe + Something Like This + Maddy Robinson - midday - Free entry. A whole weekend of live music, cider and cocktails! Meg & Joe kick things off on Friday evening, Something Like This bringing the tunes on Saturday, and Maddy Robinson on Sunday afternoon.
Venue's website: marchharewinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/themarchhareharestock
Friday 04 September 2026
Venue: Half Moon and Spread Eagle map
Address: Winchester Road, Micheldever, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3DG
Telephone: 01962 774150
Event: Louche - 6pm - Eclectic and electric.
Venue's website: halfmoonandspreadeagle.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/people/Half-Moon-and-Spread-Eagle-Freehouse/100093654201803
Saturday 05 September 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440
Event: The Legend of Springsteen - 7.30pm - The producers of the world renowned Ultimate Eagles bring you their latest concert from sold out tours across Europe, celebrating the music of the legend that is Bruce Springsteen! No other show reproduces the legendary musical concerts with the accuracy, reverence or skill that The Legend of Springsteen brings to the stage. They easily recreate that famous 'stadium atmosphere' as they pay homage to one of the greatest singer songwriters of a generation.
Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
Saturday 05 September 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone: 01962 867795
Event: HORSEBATH - CANCELLED - 8pm doors - HORSEBATH is passionate and clownish, belting and romantic, the Canadian group is Americana with a hint of swing and a foundation in folk-rock
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 05 September 2026
Venue: March Hare map
Address: 63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN
Telephone: 01962 582149
Event: MarchFest - Three day festival with live music from Meg & Joe + Something Like This + Maddy Robinson - midday - Free entry. A whole weekend of live music, cider and cocktails! Meg & Joe kick things off on Friday evening, Something Like This bringing the tunes on Saturday, and Maddy Robinson on Sunday afternoon.
Venue's website: marchharewinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/themarchhareharestock
Saturday 05 September 2026
Venue: The Tally Ho! map
Address: High Street, Broughton, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 8AA
Telephone: 01794 500005
Event: Mavis Grind - 7.30pm - Mavis Grind on Facebook: www.facebook.com/mavisgrind. Original eclectic rock and funky groove. Mavis Grind are a rock band who are impossible to pigeon-hole. The last person who tried lost his hand in the attempt.
Venue's website: tallyho.pub
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/people/Tally-Ho-Community-Pub/61569179535696
Sunday 06 September 2026
Venue: March Hare map
Address: 63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN
Telephone: 01962 582149
Event: MarchFest - Three day festival with live music from Meg & Joe + Something Like This + Maddy Robinson - midday - Free entry. A whole weekend of live music, cider and cocktails! Meg & Joe kick things off on Friday evening, Something Like This bringing the tunes on Saturday, and Maddy Robinson on Sunday afternoon.
Venue's website: marchharewinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/themarchhareharestock
Monday 07 September 2026
Venue: The Railway map
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
Thursday 10 September 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440
Event: The History of Rock - 7.30pm - Relive the greatest years of rock live on stage! The History of Rock is back and ready to take you on the ultimate journey through the genre’s most iconic and electrifying eras! Forget the history books—this year, we're putting a spotlight on the greatest years of rock! From stadium-shaking concerts and iconic festivals to legendary albums and unforgettable anthems, prepare for a thrilling, year-by-year celebration of the moments that defined a generation. Experience the sound and energy of the '70s and '80s with a massive, hand-picked setlist featuring a wide mix of classic rock giants. Think Queen, Fleetwood Mac, AC/DC, Metallica, Black Sabbath, and many more! Whether it was a pivotal album release or a legendary live performance, we're bringing the most important milestones of rock history back to life.
Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
Thursday 10 September 2026
Venue: Hyde Tavern map
Address: 57 Hyde Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7DY
Telephone: 01962 862592
Event: Ags Connolly - 8pm - A traditional country artist from Oxfordshire, England, Ags Connolly is widely considered to be one of the best singer-songwriters in the genre ever to emerge from the UK. In an era when the pop and rock incarnations of country music are enjoying a surge in popularity, Ags is known as a staunch defender of the genre’s traditional roots. Building on that foundation, a rapidly growing fanbase has seen his songwriting become recognised as outstanding in any category.
Venue's website: hydetavern.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thehydetavern
Friday 11 September 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone: 01962 867795
Event: Alchemy Relived – Dire Straits Tribute - Doors 8pm - Welcome to Alchemy ReLived! – a band dedicated to bringing the music of Dire Straits back to the stage.
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 11 September 2026
Venue: St Peter's Church map
Address: High Street, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 6HE
Event: Daniel Lebhardt, Piano - 7.30pm - Our presentation of a piano recital in last year was highly acclaimed by our audience and this year we are delighted to bring you a piano recital by the highly acclaimed rising star Daniel Lebhardt. Visit www.stockbridgemusic.uk.
Venue's website: achurchnearyou.com/church/18513
Saturday 12 September 2026
Venue: Guildhall Winchester map
Address: Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9GH
Telephone: 01962 840820
Event: The Music of Adele – The Candlelight Concert - 7.30pm - Experience the magic of Adele’s music like never before as Xperience Live presents – Adele – The Candlelight Concert, an immersive candlelit tribute concert.
Venue's website: guildhallwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/guildhallwinchester
Saturday 12 September 2026
Venue: The Arc map
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: 01962 398046
Event: JAZZ EMU: THE PLEASURE IS ALL YOURS - 7.30pm - Musical meteor Jazz Emu was born to please you. Total and Utter Audience Satisfaction is his middle name – finally, after a long and financially ruinous Deed Poll process. But he’s feeling uneasy. A review described his last show as ‘a bit much’. What? Was his seventeenth stage-dive too tastefully executed? Not this time. This time, he’s living up to his middle-namesake. Following multiple sell-out Soho Theatre runs, Jazz Emu is back with a brand new musical odyssey.
Venue's website: arcwinchester.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/arcwinch
Saturday 12 September 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440
Event: A Tribute to Sting and The Police - 7.30pm - Fronted by Sting look and sound-a-like Owen James and his band The Rozzers, A Tribute to Sting & The Police is the most authentic Sting tribute in Europe. The band have performed all over the world for several years and now embark on their biggest ever UK tour. The Police were arguably the biggest band on the planet between 1977 and 1983, achieving five number one hits on both sides of the Atlantic. Sting then went on to be one of most acclaimed solo songwriters of his generation. From Roxanne and Every Breath You Take to Fields of Gold and Englishman in New York, all the hits are reproduced with stunning authenticity and vocal accuracy.
Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
Saturday 12 September 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone: 01962 867795
Event: Ben Ottewell + Owen Hackett + Matt Ablard - 8pm doors - Benjamin Joseph Ottewell (born 23 June 1976) is an English singer-songwriter. He is one of the three lead singers of the English indie rock band Gomez.
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 14 September 2026
Venue: The Railway map
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
Tuesday 15 September 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440
Event: The Carpenters: Voice of The Heart - 7.30pm - It has now been just over 30 years since the legendary Karen Carpenter passed away, leaving behind an incredible catalogue of hit songs and cherished memories. Her music continues to be played daily across the UK, and this stunning show celebrates the timeless sound of The Carpenters, taking audiences on a magical trip down memory lane.
Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
Thursday 17 September 2026
Venue: The Nutshell map
Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF
Telephone: 01962 808533
Event: THE NUTSHELL JAZZ CLUB: TOM BARFORD QUARTET - 8pm - Composer/Saxophonist/Winner of the 2017 Kenny Wheeler Prize Tom Barford’s name has been known to aficionados for some years now. Tom's new album captured live at the Parakeet by master engineer Alex Bonney presents him sharing the frontline with star trumpeter James Copus on a set of his own original material. With Ivo Neame on piano and regular rhythm section compadres Oli Hayhurst on bass and Tim Giles on drums, this is a true London supergroup - but one based on a genuine, deep mutual respect and admiration.
Venue's website: discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester
Thursday 17 September 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone: 01962 867795
Event: Bratakus - 7.30pm doors - Bratakus are two sisters from the Highlands of Scotland who play politically charged punk rock 'n' roll. They are fast, furious and full of righteous rage. Kicking out the jams with minimal nonsense and maximum ragged attitude.
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 17 September 2026
Venue: The Lights map
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368
Event: Ultimate Elvis- Featuring: Ben Thompson - 7.30pm - For one night experience what it would’ve been like to witness The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll live in the flesh! Ben Thompson is one of the world’s leading Elvis tribute artists and a winner of Graceland‘s prestigious ‘Ultimate Elvis Tribute Champion’ title, recognised as the World Championship of Elvis.
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover
Friday 18 September 2026
Venue: The Nutshell map
Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF
Telephone: 01962 808533
Event: THE NUTSHELL JAZZBOPS: TOM BARFORD - 11am - monthly lunchtime jazz concert made especially for grown-ups and their little ones (ages 0-4) - a jazz club designed with grown-ups in mind.
Venue's website: discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester
Friday 18 September 2026
Venue: The Arc map
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: 01962 398046
Event: WINCHESTER JAZZ FESTIVAL - HORNS UP FRONT - 7.30pm - Horns up Front are a UK based 7-piece funk-jazz-fusion band, led by Northern Irish Trumpet Player Neil Doherty. Formed in 2019 and made up of some of the finest funk and jazz musicians in the South. The band play a combination of original music and arrangements, taking inspiration from the likes of Lettuce, Tower of Power, Jerry Hey, The Meters, Fred Wesley and Maceo Parker to name a few.
Venue's website: arcwinchester.org.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/arcwinch
Friday 18 September 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440
Event: Vox Lumiere Metropolis - 7.30pm - Vox Lumiere shatters the boundaries between concert hall and cinema. Award-winning Vox Lumiere transforms Fritz Lang's iconic 1927 silent masterpiece Metropolis into an explosive live experience with live band, thrilling original new music and powerhouse vocals. It's a rock concert, theatrical event, and cinematic journey rolled into one.
Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
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The Big Saturday Sing
Venue: Theatre Royal
11.30am-5pm
Bring the whole family and join us outside Theatre Royal Winchester as we shine a light on some of our wonderful local community groups and choirs! Our newly brightened outdoor area is the perfect backdrop for a cheerful afternoon packed with music, laughter, and friendly faces. Join us for happy voices and feel‑good fun. Throughout the afternoon, we'll be singing for wellbeing — whatever the weather — creating a warm, welcoming space for children and grown‑ups alike to enjoy. We’ll have tables and chairs set out along the street. The theatre bar will be open for refreshments. Smiles, songs, and family-friendly vibes guaranteed. Come along, relax, and enjoy a joyful community celebration right in the heart of Winchester. We can’t wait to see you there!