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January 2026
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SUNDAY 18 JANUARY 2026
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Sunday 18 January 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map 
Live music
• Tribute
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Michael Starring Ben - 7.30pm - Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music and the magic. Michael Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and sound like the King of Pop, but he's honed his routine so carefully that audiences truly believe they are watching Michael Jackson himself. The show features a live band, dazzling costumes and the performer's iconic dance routines. It also showcases the greatest hits of Michael Jackson and also of The Jackson 5 including Beat It, Billie Jean, Thriller and Man in the Mirror. Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester 
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Sunday 18 January 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Live music
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Simon Maggs & People Like Us and The Ben Poore Project - doors 7.30pm - Simon Maggs & People Like Us and The Ben Poore Project join together for a dual release 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
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MONDAY 19 JANUARY 2026
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Monday 19 January 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Film
• Opera
• Theatre
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: La traviata - 6.30pm - Cinema Screening At one of her lavish parties, celebrated Parisan courtesan Violetta is introduced to Alfredo Germont. The two fall madly in love, and though hesitant to leave behind her life of luxury and freedom, Violetta follows her heart. But the young couple's happiness is short-lived, as the harsh realities of life soon come knocking. As intimate as it is sumptuous, La traviata features some of opera's most famous melodies, and is a star vehicle for its leading soprano role sung by Ermonela Jaho. In director Richard Eyre's world of seductive grandeur, the tender and devastating beauty at the centre of Verdi’s opera shines bright. Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Monday 19 January 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Film
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Oliver! - 1.30pm - Charles Dickens' classic tale of a waif in 19th Century England comes alive brilliantly in this Oscar-winning musical! Fleeing a life of workhouse servitude, Oliver (Mark Lester) arrives in London to seek his fortune. During his adventures, Oliver meets a gallery of unforgettable Dickens' low-life's. Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Monday 19 January 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
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Monday 19 January 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 
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TUESDAY 20 JANUARY 2026
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Tuesday 20 January 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Live music
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Ben & Tom Waters: A Very Special Night of Boogie, Blues & Rock 'n' Roll - 7.30pm - From the moment he first danced his fingers across the keys, Ben Waters has been on a mission to capture the raw, unrestrained joy of boogie-woogie and early rock 'n' roll. He's long been celebrated as one of Britain's most electrifying pianists, described by the press as "key-shattering boogie-woogie" and "one of the best pianists in the UK." Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Tuesday 20 January 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
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Tuesday 20 January 2026
Venue: The Lights map
For Children
• Spoken word
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Fred the Cat Storytelling Club 2026 - 10am - Fred the Cat's Magical Monthly Story Club is an exciting club for the under-fives at The Lights Theatre in Andover with lots of new stories coming up. Once a month Amanda from Merry-go-Round Storytelling will bring to life a favourite story or classic tale with music, movement, early years drama, and lots of imaginative fun. These interactive storytelling sessions are perfect for inquisitive minds and anyone who just loves stories. Sessions will include sensory props and a chance for all children to pretend to be the characters from their favourite stories. Venue's website: thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover
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WEDNESDAY 21 JANUARY 2026
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Wednesday 21 January 2026
Venue: Winchester Cathedral map
Choir
Address: Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS Telephone: 01962 857275 (box office) Event: Winchester Philharmonic Choir Concert - 7.30pm - Under the direction of Sarah Baldock, Winchester Philharmonic Choir will be joined by Winchester College Choral Society and Chapel Choir and Winchester Cathedral Chamber Choir to perform one of the finest works in the choral repertoire, Bach’s Mass in B Minor. Venue's website: winchester-cathedral.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/winchestercathedral
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Wednesday 21 January 2026
Venue: The Nutshell map
Open mic
Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF Telephone: 01962 808533 Event: The Nutshell Scratch Night - 7pm - The Nutshell Scratch Night is an evening dedicated to the development of brand-new, untested performance work. It provides a crucial platform for artists to put initial creative thoughts and ideas in front of a live, supportive audience to see what truly works. These informal nights are about taking a risk and trying out something bold and innovative that may one day develop into a fully formed piece. It’s an evening of experimentation, shared experience, and supportive feedback, giving artists the confidence to make the leap knowing there are peers and audiences there to catch them. Venue's website: discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester
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Wednesday 21 January 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Comedy
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Scummy Mummies: Hot Mess - 7.30pm - Helen and Ellie are back with a brand new comedy show that will have you laughing till you wee. From menopause to mansplaining, teenagers to Tinder, no subject is safe. Featuring brand new songs, sketches, stand-up, and of course, sparkly new catsuits… Bring your mates, bring your mum, bring your partner if they're feeling brave enough… It's a big Scummy party! Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
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THURSDAY 22 JANUARY 2026
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Thursday 22 January 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Comedy
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Scummy Mummies: Hot Mess - 7.30pm - Helen and Ellie are back with a brand new comedy show that will have you laughing till you wee. From menopause to mansplaining, teenagers to Tinder, no subject is safe. Featuring brand new songs, sketches, stand-up, and of course, sparkly new catsuits… Bring your mates, bring your mum, bring your partner if they're feeling brave enough… It's a big Scummy party! Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Thursday 22 January 2026
Venue: The Lights map
Live music
• Concert
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Andover Music Club present ChamberMusicBox - 7.30pm - Described as ‘an open, imaginative and technically impeccable group that it would be folly not to follow’, ChamberMusicBox was founded in 2016 when a group of leading international musicians came together from across Europe to perform a series of chamber music concerts in London. Its Artistic Directors, violinist Yuri Kalnits and cellist Julia Morneweg, had a vision to explore and perform a vast spectrum of chamber music repertoire with their like-minded and exceptionally talented friends, to promote mutual respect and empathy in the community through music-making of rare passion and generosity, and for audiences to be part of that shared experience. Venue's website: thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover
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FRIDAY 23 JANUARY 2026
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Friday 23 January 2026
Venue: The Nutshell map
Live music
Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF Telephone: 01962 808533 Event: POLLY GONE WRONG: ALBUM LAUNCH PARTY - 7.30pm - Three voices, no instruments, just the odd stamp of a clog or the ripping of paper - Polly Gone Wrong have been bemusedly delighting audiences since 2018 and have recently supported This is the Kit, Jesca Hoop and been featured on a Sam Lee track. Intricate vocal harmonies, joyful banter and all the noises, they will "make your spine tingle, knock repeatedly on your funny bone, and leave you wanting more.’ Audience reflection Kate, Kate and Polly enjoy nothing more than beautifully disrupting the folk scene with their mix of joyful realness and intricate vocal compositions. This year working with Niko O’Brien (Upcycled Sounds, Pony Studios) to produce their second album that weaves folky/ poetic storytelling with Camille/ Sylvan Esso style punch. Title tracks ‘Golden’ and ‘Wrestle your way out’ are out now.. Venue's website: discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester
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Friday 23 January 2026
Venue: The Arc map
Live music
• Comedy
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: 01962 398046 Event: GRACE PETRIE , THIS IS NO TIME TO PANIC! - 7.30pm - Like protest songs? Neither does Grace Petrie - and she's been singing them for 15 politically disastrous years. No longer able to meet the deadened eyes or desperate hopes of leftwing audiences, she reckons there's no better time for a feel-good show! Depressed by fascism, misogyny and eco-destruction? Sounds like YOUR climate needs a change! Venue's website: arcwinchester.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/arcwinch
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Friday 23 January 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Live music
• Tribute
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Totally Blondie - 7.30pm - Expect a blistering performance from one of the highest regarded professional tribute bands currently working in the UK. Totally Blondie are a group of fantastic musicians fronted by a stunning and charismatic Debbie Harry lookalike. Between them, they've worked with some of the biggest names in the business – artists like Katrina (And The Waves), Craig David, John Legend, Beverley Knight, Ronan Keating, Chris De Burgh, The Feeling, and D-Ream, to name but a few. Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Friday 23 January 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Live music
• Tribute
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Punk TV - 8pm doors - Punk TV are a Punk and New Wave covers band, dedicated to keeping the fire and passion of the '77-82 UK scene alive. Old enough to know better, young enough not to care... 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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Friday 23 January 2026
Venue: Horse & Groom map
Live music
• Open mic
Address: 2 Broad Street, Alresford, Winchester, SO24 9AQ Telephone: 01962 734809 Event: Open Mic Night - 7pm Venue's website: horse-and-groom-alresford.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/Horseandgroomalresford
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Friday 23 January 2026
Venue: The Lights map
Live music
• Tribute
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Genesis Connected - 7.30pm - Celebrating the music of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected: Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Mike & the Mechanics, this show has an incredible mix of material, from atmospheric anthems to chart toppers. Hits spanning from the late 70s onwards including; Turn It On Again, Sledgehammer, In The Air Tonight, Over My Shoulder, Against All Odds, That’s All, Solsbury Hill, You Can’t Hurry Love, The Living Years and many more. The frontman, Pete Bultitude, is not only an incredibly versatile vocalist, he is also a truly gifted drummer just like Phil Collins, So expect the show to include the iconic “double drums” element as featured on every Genesis and Phil Collins tour. Venue's website: thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover
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SATURDAY 24 JANUARY 2026
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Saturday 24 January 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Live music
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Hornblower Down + Foreign Haze + Torpedoes + DSB - Doors 7.30pm - Hornblower Down: The band's repertoire includes a range of different musical styles - from rock to pop, punk to funk, new wave to rap, via a bit of reggae - sometimes in the same song! Only one thing is certain: see them live and you’ll have a good time! 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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Saturday 24 January 2026
Venue: March Hare map
Live music
Address: 63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN Telephone: 01962 582149 Event: Adrian White - 8.30pm - Live music Saturdays at the March Hare. Venue's website: marchharewinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/themarchhareharestock
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SUNDAY 25 JANUARY 2026
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Sunday 25 January 2026
Venue: Lardicake map
Live music
Address: 19 Adelaide Road, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1HF Event: Covergirlz - Covergirlz on Facebook: www.facebook.com/covergirlz. Pop and rock covers band The Covergirlz are a female-fronted covers band that play an eclectic mix of music from the rock n roll classics of the 50s and 60s, disco, 80s pop, classic rock, 90s sing-alongs and the chart hits of today. Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/people/The-LardiCake-Andover/61577507673397 |
MONDAY 26 JANUARY 2026
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Monday 26 January 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
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TUESDAY 27 JANUARY 2026
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Tuesday 27 January 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Talk
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: The Psychology of Serial Killers with Jennifer Rees - 7.30pm - Join expert forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees to explore one of Forensic Psychology's most troubling topics. During this talk, you will discover how serial killers are classified. What are the differences between lust killers like the BTK (Bind, Torture, Kill) Killer and visionary killers such as David Berkowitz (Son of Sam)? Jennifer will explore the different categories, using case studies to illustrate. She will also debunk common Serial Killer Myths – you may be surprised by what you learn! Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
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WEDNESDAY 28 JANUARY 2026
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Wednesday 28 January 2026
Venue: The Ivy map
Live music
Address: 103-104 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9AH Event: Jazz at The Ivy: SJQ Simply Jazz Quartet - 8pm - SJQ will be returning to The Ivy in Winchester in 2026. Their first gig with the trio is on Wednesday 28th January. Why not swing by for a great meal and smooth jazz from 'Simply Jazz'. Venue's website: ivycollection.com/restaurants-near-me/the-ivy-south-east/the-ivy-winchester-brasserie Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TheIvyBrasseries
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Wednesday 28 January 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Talk
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: My Life with Kenneth Williams - 7.30pm - David Benson burst onto the theatre scene in 1996, taking the Edinburgh Fringe by storm with Think No Evil Of Us: My Life with Kenneth Williams. Critics, audiences and close friends of Williams were unanimous in their praise. Thirty years on, and in celebration of Kenneth Williams’ 100th Birthday, David Benson revisits his classic portrait of the much-missed Carry On star in a new version of the show exploring the astonishing connection that intertwined his life with that of Williams when Benson was still a schoolboy. Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Wednesday 28 January 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Live music
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: The Railway Sessions: Lilla Shy + Tom Bright - 7.30pm doors - The Railway Sessions returns with two fantastic artists coming to The Railway for their first time! 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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Wednesday 28 January 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Live music
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Tom Robinson - 7.30pm doors - Intimate duo show with Adam Phillips. All the hits and plenty of entertaining conversation 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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Wednesday 28 January 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's Facebook: facebook.com/winchesterRugbyFootballClub
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Wednesday 28 January 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
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THURSDAY 29 JANUARY 2026
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Thursday 29 January 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Comedy
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Mike Wozniak: The Bench - 7.30pm - New stand-up tour show from Mike Wozniak in which a story about a bench will be prominent. Previous experience of or strong opinions about benches not required. Let Mike worry about that. As seen on Taskmaster, Man Down and Junior Taskmaster. As heard on Three Bean Salad podcast. Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Thursday 29 January 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Comedy
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Having The Track Comedy - Doors 7.30pm - Featuring Steve Hall, Stephen Di Placito, Rae Lloyd, Kathryn Vine and Hosted by Ben Ashurst. 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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Thursday 29 January 2026
Venue: The Lights map
Talk
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Matt Rendell's Inside Stories of the Tour de France - 7.30pm - ITV cycling commentator Matt Rendell shares stories from his 25 years' covering the Tour de France - and his dealings with the sport's big names from Eddy Merckx to Bradley Wiggins, Mark Cavendish to Chris Froome, in a revealing and entertaining evening for cycling fans new and old. Venue's website: thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover
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FRIDAY 30 JANUARY 2026
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Friday 30 January 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Comedy
• Family
• Theatre
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Parody of the Rings - 7.30pm - A Hilarious and Epic Adventure! What happens when a cinema's Lord of the Rings marathon goes terribly wrong? At the local cinema, all hell breaks loose when the ushers misplace the DVDs of The Lord of the Rings trilogy – every single copy! With only the soundtracks left in hand, the team of hapless ushers must somehow improvise an entire three-film saga in front of a live audience. Get ready for an uproarious evening of comedy, chaos, and utter nonsense, as they attempt to recreate the epic tale of hobbits, elves, and orcs – without any visuals, any planning, or any clue what they're doing. Will Frodo ever make it to Mordor? Will Aragorn get crowned king? Will Gollum stop stealing the show? Will anyone even remember who’s supposed to be who?! It's a show that’s more fun than a barrel of hobbits, and definitely more chaotic than a Gandalf speech. If you've ever wanted to see Gollum fight a battle with sound effects, or Gandalf desperately trying to remember what happens next, then you're in for a hilarious treat! Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Friday 30 January 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Live music
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Preacher Stone - 7.30pm doors - Kicking boots out of North Carolina USA, Preacher Stone’s high-octane, 200 proof, rock-n-roll guitar-driven songs about the common man with heart-wrenching smoky bar frequenting tales and the swagger of their live performances have earned them a legion of faithful fans known as “The Congregation”. 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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SATURDAY 31 JANUARY 2026
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Saturday 31 January 2026
Venue: Winchester Cathedral map
Live music
Address: Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS Telephone: 01962 857275 (box office) Event: The Young Uns : Folk concert - 8pm - Enjoy an unforgettable night of folk music under the Helios installation. Venue's website: winchester-cathedral.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/winchestercathedral
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Saturday 31 January 2026
Venue: The Arc map
Live music
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: 01962 398046 Event: BUDAPEST CAFE ORCHESTRA - 7.30pm - Budapest Café Orchestra play a blistering barrage of traditional folk and gypsy-flavoured music from across the Balkans and Russia, Klezmer laments, Romanian Dominas, Hungarian Czardas and their own unique re-imaginings of some of the biggest tunes ever written by the classical greats. Venue's website: arcwinchester.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/arcwinch
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Saturday 31 January 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Live music
• Tribute
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: The Searchers and The Hollies Experience - 7.30pm - The Searchers and Hollies Experience… The Best Of Both Worlds brings to the stage the magical hits of these two legendary harmony bands, with memories of the most high-energy decade in pop music history. Let the haunting melodies transport you to that exciting era when millions of records were sold. Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Saturday 31 January 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Live music
• Tribute
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Pulp night “Do You Remember The First Time” The Blurtones. - CANCELLED - doors 8pm - Join us again as The Blurtones present a special event: "Do You Remember The First Time" a celebration of Britpop legends Pulp, brought to life by the electrifying sounds of The Blurtones. 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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Saturday 31 January 2026
Venue: March Hare map
Live music
Address: 63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN Telephone: 01962 582149 Event: Scruffy Jack - 8.30pm - Live music Saturdays at The March Hare! Venue's website: marchharewinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/themarchhareharestock
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Saturday 31 January 2026
Venue: Winchester Auto Barn map
Live music
• Tribute
Address: Sutton Scotney, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3NS Event: Simply Dan - 7pm - Simply Dan are a UK Steely Dan tribute band, created by like-minded musicians who wanted to authentically present the kaleidoscopic sounds of Steely Dan. The 11 piece band focus on producing the complex harmonies and intricate rhythms of Donald Fagen and his band. Founded in 2016 by Mark Roadnight (lead singer, guitar), Roger Evan (keys), Mark Claydon (drums) and featuring Darren Spicer (guitar) and David McLeod (bass), the players are all experienced world class musicians who have toured, gigged and written songs all over the world. Together, they have a penchant for playing Steely Dan covers, challenging themselves by staying faithful to the original recordings whilst also firmly putting their own stamp on the material. Simply Dan use a 4 piece horn section to add to the already rich harmonies and sound. Along with two soulful backing vocalists, this Steely Dan tribute band aim to do justice to one of the world’s most interesting and challenging groups ever recorded. Selecting from the entire back catalogue of songs from the early days with Walter Becker through to later influences of Larry Carlton and Steve Gadd, Simply Dan aim to thrill you with an accurate and authentic rendition of their classics! Tickets on sale now!
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Saturday 31 January 2026
Venue: Clatford Arms map
Live music
Address: Longstock Road, Goodworth Clatford, Hampshire, SP11 7RN Telephone: 01264 392138 Event: Torn Off Strips - 8.30pm - This is a non-ticketed event. Torn Off Strips's website: www.tornoffstrips.co.uk. Torn Off Strips on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/57280325113. Pop and rock covers band Formed in August 2007 to play at an open air event for some friends, Torn Off Strips were so well received that they decided to continue performing. They are not your average covers band - they put their guitar-edged twist on songs by the likes of ABBA and The Beatles through Blondie and Queen to Robbie Williams, Oasis and maybe a bit of Nelly Furtado! Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/people/The-Clatford-Arms-at-Goodworth-Clatford/61558230023718
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Saturday 31 January 2026
Venue: Lardicake map
Live music
Address: 19 Adelaide Road, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1HF Event: Tony Wand - Solo artist performing wide-ranging popular covers Tony is a versatile performer known for his wide-ranging repertoire and energetic stage presence. From the smooth sounds of swing and soul, to the timeless grooves of Motown, to the hits of the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s pop, rock, country and blues, Tony delivers something for everyone to enjoy. Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/people/The-LardiCake-Andover/61577507673397 |
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Spotlight
TOMORROW, Monday 19 January 2026
Roots Open Mic Night
Venue: The Railway
7.30pm
Winchester's longest running open mic night. Free entry every Monday. Signups from 7.30pm, music from 8.00pm.