Category: Live music

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Sunday 22 February 2026 Venue:  The Railway     map   Live music Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone:  01962 867795 Event:  Beach Bønes + Adders + Throwing Distance - 7.30pm doors - BEACH BØNES are a 4 piece west-coast inspired punk band born out of a need to get back on stage post covid. 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 23 February 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

Wednesday 25 February 2026 Venue:  Winchester Rugby Club     map   Live music  •  Music jam 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

Wednesday 25 February 2026 Venue:  March Hare     map   Live music  •  Open mic 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

Thursday 26 February 2026 Venue:  Hyde Tavern     map   Live music Address:   57 Hyde Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7DY Telephone:  01962 862592 Event:  Ruth Theodore - USA preview show - 8pm - Distinguished british artist and ‘original folk voice’ Ruth Theodore has been steadily releasing critically acclaimed studio albums for over a decade. About to embark on another USA tour, this time playing theatres across the pacific north west, with the legendary Dar Williams, Ruth is performing THIS ONE OFF SHOW in the UK to warm up before she gets on the road. Venue's website:  hydetavern.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thehydetavern

Thursday 26 February 2026 Venue:  The Lights     map   Live music Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368 Event:  Andover Music Club present Daniele Piroddi - 7.30pm - Born in Sardinia, Italy, Daniele Piroddi is a classical guitarist whose interpretation of the repertoire seamlessly blends tradition with innovation. Daniele honed his craft under the guidance of Maestro Andrea Dieci, completing his Master’s Degree at Modena’s Conservatory with the highest honours - 110 cum Laude and Special Mention. Further studies at the School of Early Music in Venice and Giulio Regondi’s Academy in Milan shaped his artistic focus, grounding him in the rich heritage of classical and early music traditions. Venue's website:  thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover

Friday 27 February 2026 Venue:  Hyde Tavern     map   Live music Address:   57 Hyde Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7DY Telephone:  01962 862592 Event:  Ruth Theodore - USA preview show - 8pm - Distinguished british artist and ‘original folk voice’ Ruth Theodore has been steadily releasing critically acclaimed studio albums for over a decade. About to embark on another USA tour, this time playing theatres across the pacific north west, with the legendary Dar Williams, Ruth is performing THIS ONE OFF SHOW in the UK to warm up before she gets on the road. Venue's website:  hydetavern.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thehydetavern

Friday 27 February 2026 Venue:  Winchester Auto Barn     map   Live music Address:   Sutton Scotney, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3NS Event:  Blue Water Giants - 7.30pm - The Blue Water Giants are roaring into The Filling Station, Winchester Auto Barn's brand-new venue, and this is the show we’ll be talking about for years! Riding high above a sea of imitators, The Blue Water Giants are the real deal: a powerhouse super-band made up of the very musicians who originally helped shape the sound of classic rock and AOR across decades. Their repertoire isn’t nostalgia — it’s legacy, performed by the artists who lived it, breathed it, and made it legendary. Commanding the helm is Josh Phillips, famed organist of Procol Harum. Holding the groove is Status Quo’s John “Rhino” Edwards, with guitar firepower from Freddie Edwards and Neil Taylor—the latter known for his iconic work with Tears for Fears and Robbie Williams. Add the relentless drive of drummer Mark Brzezicki , and you’ve got a line-up built for pure, electrifying performance.

Friday 27 February 2026 Venue:  Whitchurch Parish Hall     map   Live music Address:   28 London Road, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7LQ Event:  Whitchurch Folk Club: Sam Baxter & Merle Harbron plus Helen Gentile & Lewis Wood - 7.30pm - Sam Baxter and Merle Harbron are an Anglo/Scottish duo creating dynamic, full-bodied arrangements of contemporary and traditional music. Using fiddle, drones and voice, the pair build vibrant musical landscapes, weaving together melodic lines inspired and improvised from traditional songs and dance music. Helen Gentile & Lewis Wood (Threepenny Bit and Granny’s Attic respectively), perform an evocative set of tunes from the balfolk canon on clarinet and fiddle. The duo combines the talent of two musicians who are firmly embedded into the folk music community in England. Their material comprises traditional, contemporary and original European folk dance music, with loose, ever-evolving arrangements creating space for improvisation and showcasing the interplay between the instruments.

Saturday 28 February 2026 Venue:  O'Neill's     map   Live music Address:   90-91 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9AP Telephone:  01962 844001 Event:  Thunderslug - 10pm - Thunderslug's website: www.thunderslug.co.uk. Rock covers band Covers band specialising in high-octane rock covers and their super-charged take on pop classics. Venue's website:  oneills-winchester.designmynight.com Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/oneillswinch

Saturday 28 February 2026 Venue:  Winchester Cathedral     map   Live music Address:   Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS Telephone:  01962 857275 (box office) Event:  Our Atlantic Roots - 7.30pm - Newquay based indie-folk duo ‘Our Atlantic Roots’ are fast becoming one of the most popular artists in the South West, here's your chance to see them at Winchester Cathedral under the Helios art installation. Venue's website:  winchester-cathedral.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/winchestercathedral

Saturday 28 February 2026 Venue:  The Arc     map   Live music  •  Family  •  For Children  •  Orchestra  •  Theatre Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  01962 398046 Event:  PETER & THE WOLF - WINCHESTER CHAMBER ORCHESTRA - 11am & 1pm - Enjoy Prokofiev’s much-loved musical tale for all the family, brought vividly to life by the Winchester Chamber Orchestra. Conducted by Kevin Withell and narrated by acclaimed storyteller James McConnachie, this concert is the perfect introduction to orchestral music for young listeners. Venue's website:  arcwinchester.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/arcwinch

Saturday 28 February 2026 Venue:  The Railway     map   Live music  •  Tribute Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone:  01962 867795 Event:  Who's Next + King's Road - 8pm doors - Who's Next are the premier live tribute to The Who. They capture a magical point in time when many believed that The Who were the greatest pop and rock group on Earth. 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 28 February 2026 Venue:  St Paul's Church     map   Live music  •  Concert Address:   St Paul's Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AB Event:  Cello and Piano Recital with Erlend Vestby and Tom Jesty - 7pm - Local professional musicians Erlend Vestby and Tom Jesty invite you to an evening of beautiful music for cello and piano. Visit erlendvestby.no and www.tomjestymusic.com. Tickets: £15 on the door or through Ticketsource via the ticket link below.

Saturday 28 February 2026 Venue:  March Hare     map   Live music Address:   63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN Telephone:  01962 582149 Event:  The Audio Pirates - 8.30pm - Live music with the Audio Pirates. Venue's website:  marchharewinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/themarchhareharestock

Saturday 28 February 2026 Venue:  The Worthies Club     map   Live music Address:   Lovedon Lane, Kings Worthy, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7NJ Telephone:  01962 880457 Event:  The Mafia - The Mafia on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Mafiarocks. Classic rock covers band Playing together in pubs and clubs all over Hampshire, The Mafia have been together since 1986 and they cover the likes of Queen, Bon Jovi, Thin Lizzy, AC/DC, Van Halen, Guns & Roses, Def Leppard and Green Day. 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 02 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

Thursday 05 March 2026 Venue:  The Railway     map   Live music Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone:  01962 867795 Event:  CATLEA + Tom Penny + Eliza Flynn - 7.30pm - CATLEA is an American-born artist from Cincinnati, Ohio, now based in London, whose music fuses emotional honesty with striking sonic landscapes. Drawing inspiration from acts like Pvris, Mothica, and Half-Alive, CATLEA crafts a sound that balances vulnerability and strength—exploring themes of betrayal, transformation and healing. 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 05 March 2026 Venue:  The Lights     map   Live music  •  Tribute Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368 Event:  The Zoots- Sound of The 60's - 7.30pm - The Zoots are here to make your whole family bop to the '60s beats that everybody loves - with legendary music by The Beatles, The Stones, The Monkees, The Beach Boys, The Kinks, The Searchers, The Small Faces, The Who, The Drifters, The Isley Brothers, The Four Seasons, Elvis and 60 something songs from your favourite 60s artists. Feel the groove that's thrilling audiences of stage and screen, in more than 30 countries! Discover why national critics call The Zoots "impressive", "authentic", & "impossible not to like"! Venue's website:  thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover

Friday 06 March 2026 Venue:  The Arc     map   Live music Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  01962 398046 Event:  BELLA HARDY - 7.30pm - Bella Hardy is an English contemporary folk musician, singer and songwriter from Edale, Derbyshire, England, who performs a combination of traditional and self-penned material. Venue's website:  arcwinchester.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/arcwinch

Friday 06 March 2026 Venue:  The Railway     map   Live music Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone:  01962 867795 Event:  Slackrr + We Know John + Kitty Commodity + RüntZ - 7.30pm doors - Slackrr on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Slackrr. Pop punk/melodic punk from Southampton. The pop punk trio are armed with huge sing-along choruses combined with big danceable riffs and heartfelt, relatable lyrics covering day-to-day life, mental health awareness whilst echoing their message of hope for the future and an energetic, chaotic and fun live 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

Saturday 07 March 2026 Venue:  The Arc     map   Live music  •  Spoken word Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  01962 398046 Event:  SOUND WINCHESTER 2026: A FREE MUSIC AND SPOKEN WORD EVENT FOR ALL! - 09.45am-5pm - Sound Winchester is a collective of music and voice groups, demonstrating the diverse and vibrant range of creative talent in our city. Building on the success of the first two years, Sound Winchester 2026 will deliver an exciting mix of performances, hands-on workshops, jams and taster sessions - from samba, ukuleles, songwriting, poetry, jazz and beyond. Sound Winchester is an opportunity for everyone to try something new, to learn from others and to collaborate. Guests can come along to watch or join in. Sessions up to 40 minutes in the Performance Hall and the Arc Spaces. This is a free event open to all. Find out more at www.soundwinchester.org.uk Venue's website:  arcwinchester.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/arcwinch

Saturday 07 March 2026 Venue:  The Railway     map   Live music  •  Tribute Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone:  01962 867795 Event:  The Fleetwood Collective - Doors 8pm - Fleetwood Collective is a collaboration between some of Southampton’s finest musicians who have taken on the joyous task of meticulously recreating the Fleetwood Mac live shows, from their glorious peak in the 1970'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 07 March 2026 Venue:  The Lights     map   Live music  •  Tribute Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368 Event:  Rave On - The Ultimate 50s and 60s Experience - 7.30pm - Charting the meteoric rise of Rock and Roll, Rave On is a thrilling tour through music’s most revolutionary decades. Prepare to be enthralled with an evening of back to back hits, vibrant vintage costumes, colourful staging and plenty of dancing in the aisles! Featuring note perfect renditions of the most loved songs from the 50s and 60s, Rave On is performed by an incredibly talented, era-obsessed group of young musicians. Venue's website:  thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover

Sunday 08 March 2026 Venue:  The Railway     map   Live music Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone:  01962 867795 Event:  Opal Ocean - 7pm - Opal Ocean is an Australian acoustic duo redefining what two guitars can do. Blending elements of flamenco, rock, and progressive music, Alex Champ and Nadav Tabak craft a sound that’s both technically impressive and deeply expressive. 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 09 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

Friday 13 March 2026 Venue:  The Arc     map   Live music Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  01962 398046 Event:  SERIOUS CHILD & MY GIRL THE RIVER - 7.30pm - Two brilliant artists from the worlds of Americana and British folk-pop join forces with double bassist Joe Hughes in a celebration of what brings us together. My Girl the River hails from Louisiana with a voice like sugared espresso, whilst Serious Child explores modern Britain with pin-sharp lyrics and bags of melody Venue's website:  arcwinchester.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/arcwinch

Friday 13 March 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Live music Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  The Big Pants Party - 7.30pm - The Big Pants Party is the ultimate ladies night out, celebrating the iconic soundtrack of a lifetime of fun, love and friendship. An evening of fabulous live music and amazing vocalists as we embark on an extraordinary celebration of sisterhood with some of the greatest hits of all time. Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Friday 13 March 2026 Venue:  The Railway     map   Live music Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone:  01962 867795 Event:  Rob Heron and the Tea Pad Orchestra - Doors 8pm - Rob Heron And The Tea Pad Orchestra have been gleefully trampling over genre boundaries for over a decade now. 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 13 March 2026 Venue:  March Hare     map   Live music Address:   63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN Telephone:  01962 582149 Event:  Mick Brown - 8.30pm - Live music Saturdays at The March Hare! Venue's website:  marchharewinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/themarchhareharestock

Friday 13 March 2026 Venue:  St Peter's Church     map   Live music Address:   High Street, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 6HE Event:  Raphael Wallfisch, Cello with Simon Callaghan, Piano - 7.30pm - Cellist Raphael Wallfisch is one of the most recorded classical artists in the world with a discography amounting to over 70 CDs. A BBC survey named Wallfisch’s recording of the Dvorak Cello Concerto the best recording of the work in the past 25 years. He will be accompanied by pianist Simon Callaghan. Venue's website:  achurchnearyou.com/church/18513

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:  Theatre Royal     map   Live music  •  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 Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/people/The-Clatford-Arms-at-Goodworth-Clatford/61558230023718

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

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

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 - 10pm - 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

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 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 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

Monday 23 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

Wednesday 25 March 2026 Venue:  Winchester Rugby Club     map   Live music  •  Music jam 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

Wednesday 25 March 2026 Venue:  March Hare     map   Live music  •  Open mic 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

Thursday 26 March 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Live music Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Cara Dillon: Coming Home - 7.30pm - Following the official release of the album and the publication of her book of the same name in March 2024, Cara will be bringing her acclaimed "Coming Home" show to life once again. The Autumn of 2023 and Spring of 2024 marked a significant milestone in Cara's career as she unveiled "Coming Home" to rapt audiences, a show featuring her first new material in over six years. The response was nothing short of overwhelming, including sell-out appearances at the Grand Opera House, Belfast - Kings Place, London and The Guildhall in Derry, among many others. Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Thursday 26 March 2026 Venue:  The Railway     map   Live music Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone:  01962 867795 Event:  William The Conqueror + Matilda Finn Frances - 7.30pm doors - William The Conqueror's fourth album finds the indie-rock trio firing on all cylinders as frontman Ruarri Joseph confronts the thin line between creativity and madness, inspired by compassion for the real-life angels of the world. 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