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April 2026
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WEDNESDAY 01 APRIL 2026
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Wednesday 01 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Play in 3 Days: Grimm Tales (ages 13 – 18) - 10am-4pm - performance 4pm - Enter the world of Grimm Tales, retold by Philip Pullman and adapted for the stage by Philip Wilson. Over three exciting days, you'll work with theatre practitioners to stage, rehearse, and perform your version of these dark and enchanting scripts. Working with one of the following: Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, The Three Snake Leaves, Hans-my-Hedgehog and Juniper Tree. This fast-paced, immersive experience will give you the chance to step into creating characters, develop new performance skills, and collaborate with other young creatives. The project will culminate in a showcase performance for family and friends. No prior acting experience is needed — just enthusiasm, imagination, and a willingness to dive into the extraordinary world of the Brothers Grimm. Places are strictly limited, so book early to secure your spot! |
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Wednesday 01 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Geoff Norcott: Basic Bloke 2 – There's No Bloke Without Fire - 8pm - Basic Bloke 2 – is Geoff's first tour under a Labour government, so he's got plenty to get off his chest! Geoff's also taking advantage of the rediscovered tolerance towards jokes being jokes to tell you what he really thinks. How much he judges people. Bad parents, people who eat too much, anyone who wears a dressing gown beyond 9am… it's fair to say the gloves are off. |
THURSDAY 02 APRIL 2026
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Thursday 02 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Pete Firman: Tricks & Giggles - 7.30pm - With over 4.5 million social media followers and countless TV appearances under his belt, Pete Firman is the UK's top comic magician. Join him for an evening of Tricks & Giggles, as Pete brings his trademark blend of magic and comedy from the small screen to stages around the UK with this brand-new show. |
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Thursday 02 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Northbrook Arms map Address: Stratton Lane, East Stratton, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3DU Telephone: 01962 774499 Event: Comedy night - 8.30pm - Tickets on sale. Book your table! |
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Thursday 02 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: White Hart Hotel map Address: Newbury Street, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7DN Telephone: 01256 892900 Event: No Way Out - 8pm - No Way Out's website: https://www.no-wayout.co.uk. No Way Out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoWayOutRocks. Classic and modern rock covers band. No Way Out are a “powerhouse covers band with the experience, flair and sheer musical pedigree”. They serve-up versatile, crowd-pleasing sets, blending rock, pop, indie, Britpop and alternative classics with unexpected curveballs that keep everyone engaged. No Way Out are bursting with passion, masterful playing and endless good times, whether it’s a boutique festival, a lively beer or cider festival, an intimate wedding, a charming country fair or a live music venue. Powered by a state-of-the-art LD Maui PA system and a great lighting rig, they deliver a full live experience with crystal-clear sound and stunning visuals, creating moments the audience will still be talking about long after the last note is played. |
FRIDAY 03 APRIL 2026 - Good Friday
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Friday 03 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Arc map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: 01962 398046 Event: ACOUSTIC CAFE | JACK AND BAS + WESLEY BENNET + JAMES HOOK - Doors 6.30pm - a curated evening of music - our monthly event brings amazing and delicious artists into our cafe space. Bar and cafe open throughout - get there early to grab a seat and be entertained. |
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Friday 03 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Projects map Address: 6 Middle Brook Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8BQ Telephone: 01962 850794 Event: Jam Night - 7.30pm - Improvised live music jamming session. Food, wine, beer and good times. Playing a wide variety of styles. Soak up the music, dance or join in the jam. Take your instruments or borrow theirs. 1st Friday of every month. |
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Friday 03 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Nick Parker and The False Alarms - 7.30pm - A rare chance to see Nick Parker and the False Alarms on tour in the UK! |
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Friday 03 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Horse & Groom map Address: 2 Broad Street, Alresford, Winchester, SO24 9AQ Telephone: 01962 734809 Event: Strip Down Babylon - 8.30pm - Strip Down Babylon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Strip-Down-Babylon/61555380780147. Upbeat old school Reggae. |
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Friday 03 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Clatford Arms map Address: Longstock Road, Goodworth Clatford, Hampshire, SP11 7RN Telephone: 01264 392138 Event: Bitter Blues - 8.30pm - Blues covers band A good-time blues band with a rock leaning playing mainly fast-paced boogie blues and blues/rock. With covers by artists such as Gary Moore, ZZ Top, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Free, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Jimi Hendrix, Rory Gallagher, Joe Bonamassa, The Black Crowes and more including a few odd-balls to keep your feet tapping! |
SATURDAY 04 APRIL 2026
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Saturday 04 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Hestia + Jot Sloppy + The Parlours + Oswald Slain - 7.30pm doors - Previously known locally as Vinyl, the band returns to their hometown under the new name Hestia! |
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Saturday 04 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Half Moon and Spread Eagle map Address: Winchester Road, Micheldever, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3DG Telephone: 01962 774150 Event: Alex Kriche - 4pm - Head down to the Half Moon on 4th April for an afternoon rolling into a full evening of live music. They will be firing-up the BBQ from 4pm. See poster for details. |
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Saturday 04 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Whitchurch Longmeadow Sports and Social Club map Address: Winchester Road, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7RB Telephone: 01256 892493 Event: The Jam Factory Open Mic - 7pm - The Jam Factory – Monthly Open Mic Night. Visit Facebook for full information. |
SUNDAY 05 APRIL 2026 - Easter Day
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Sunday 05 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: The Easter Acoustic Session - doors 7pm - Celebrate Easter with an intimate acoustic session showcasing a vibrant mix of local talent. From soulful singer-songwriters to upbeat folk, indie, and stripped-back pop, this relaxed evening brings together performers of all styles and stages of their musical journey. It’s all about community, creativity, and sharing great live music in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. |
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Sunday 05 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Greyhound map Address: 2 High Street, Broughton, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 8AA Telephone: 01794 501387 Event: Lowriders - 6pm - Lowriders on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/303090606455173. Rock covers band. Hard rocking, loud singing, foot tapping and fist raising rock music ranging from the 80s until now! |
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Sunday 05 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Poplar Farm map Address: Old Salisbury Road, Abbotts Ann, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 7NJ Telephone: 01264 710424 Event: Jake Ward - 6pm - Jake Ward on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jakewardmusic. Popular covers solo singer. Jake likes to sing popular covers, anything from the Rat Pack to Razorlight, sometimes even Westlife. Keep an eye out for Jake singing locally. |
MONDAY 06 APRIL 2026 - Easter Monday
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Monday 06 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Winchester Cathedral map Address: Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS Telephone: 01962 857275 (box office) Event: Organ Festival 2026 - 4.30pm - A programme of talented organists will put Winchester Cathedral’s great “Father Willis” organ (installed in 1854) through its paces. Come along and celebrate the beauty of organ music. |
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Monday 06 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
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. |
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Monday 06 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Wonston Arms map Address: Stoke Charity Road, Sutton Scotney, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3LS Telephone: 07909 993388 Event: Peter Hotston - 3-5pm - LIVE MUSIC from the brilliant Peter Hotston - bringing the tunes, the vibes, and all the feel-good energy this Easter Bank Holiday 🙌 |
TUESDAY 07 APRIL 2026
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Tuesday 07 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Nutshell map Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF Telephone: 01962 808533 Event: TINY PLANET - 11.30am & 2.30pm - HALF A STRING THEATRE PRESENTS TINY PLANET. Imagine a whole world no bigger than a house. A planet that can be explored in a matter of minutes, yet it is the centre of a galaxy. With breathtaking puppetry, original live folk songs and earthy percussion, uncover the mysteries that keep this little globe turning. Live camera projection brings this tiny world to life as a wanderer learns that the smallest things hold the biggest stories. Marvel as asteroids collide and discover the curious and wonderful as new creatures evolve. This is a truly unique piece of puppet theatre for the whole family. Tiny Planet carries the echos of The Little Prince, inviting you on a journey to explore how we all can sometimes feel impossibly small and infinitely gigantic. |
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Tuesday 07 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Cat in the Hat - 2pm & 4.30pm - From the producers of Spot’s Birthday Party. Experience the mischief with the acclaimed stage adaptation of Dr Seuss’ The Cat In The Hat. From the moment his tall, red and white-striped hat appears, Sally and her brother know that the cat in the hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat they have ever met. With the trickiest of tricks and craziest of ideas, he turns a rainy afternoon into an amazing adventure. The Cat in the Hat is a lively and engaging first theatre experience for young children aged 3+. |
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Tuesday 07 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Poetry Platform - 7.30pm - Winchester's maddest open mic welcomes writers and audience of old and new to our celebration of words and all their joy. Join the Poetry Platform Facebook Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/155065747894935. |
WEDNESDAY 08 APRIL 2026
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Wednesday 08 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Nutshell map Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF Telephone: 01962 808533 Event: TINY PLANET - 11.30am & 2.30pm - HALF A STRING THEATRE PRESENTS TINY PLANET. Imagine a whole world no bigger than a house. A planet that can be explored in a matter of minutes, yet it is the centre of a galaxy. With breathtaking puppetry, original live folk songs and earthy percussion, uncover the mysteries that keep this little globe turning. Live camera projection brings this tiny world to life as a wanderer learns that the smallest things hold the biggest stories. Marvel as asteroids collide and discover the curious and wonderful as new creatures evolve. This is a truly unique piece of puppet theatre for the whole family. Tiny Planet carries the echos of The Little Prince, inviting you on a journey to explore how we all can sometimes feel impossibly small and infinitely gigantic. |
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Wednesday 08 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Cat in the Hat - 11am & 2pm - From the producers of Spot’s Birthday Party. Experience the mischief with the acclaimed stage adaptation of Dr Seuss’ The Cat In The Hat. From the moment his tall, red and white-striped hat appears, Sally and her brother know that the cat in the hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat they have ever met. With the trickiest of tricks and craziest of ideas, he turns a rainy afternoon into an amazing adventure. The Cat in the Hat is a lively and engaging first theatre experience for young children aged 3+. |
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Wednesday 08 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Lights map Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Alice in Wonderland - a Pantomime from Hot Rock Productions - 2pm - Panto time? Oh Yes It Is! Hot Rock Productions is excited to be bringing to stage our fun-filled family pantomime Alice in Wonderland, featuring stunning scenery, colourful costumes, toe-tapping songs and bucket loads of laughter. Join Alice as she falls down the rabbit hole and finds herself in the most peculiar place she’s ever seen! She’ll need to have her wits about her as the evil, but hilarious, Queen of Hearts is after the secret recipe to create the best Jam Tarts for her tea party! Alice will need all the help she can get from her Wonderland friends including the Mad Hatter, and the White Rabbit to stop the evil Queen of Harts from stealing the Jam Tart recipe! |
THURSDAY 09 APRIL 2026
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Thursday 09 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Arc map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: 01962 398046 Event: RAY BRADSHAW: CODA - 7.30pm - Ray Bradshaw is an international multi-award winning comedian who has performed shows all over the world. He is about to embark on his fourth uk tour with his brand new show CODA. Ray is a regular feature on UK television and can be heard on national radio weekly. He has previously supported John Bishop on his arena tour as well as numerous tours with Frankie Boyle. |
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Thursday 09 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Fun for Little Ones Live: A Tribute to Ms Rachel - midday - Get ready for singing, dancing, giggles and non-stop fun as the magic of Ms Rachel comes to life on stage in an interactive, high-energy live tribute performance made just just for little ones and their grownups! |
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Thursday 09 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Matt Forde: Defying Calamity - 7.30pm - In his biggest live tour to date leading political comedian Matt Forde (The Royal Variety Performance, Spitting Image, HIGNFY, British Scandal) finds positivity in life despite all the evidence to the contrary in politics and his own health. |
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Thursday 09 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Ahsoka + Evil Villains & The MEDZ - CANCELLED - 7.30pm doors - Ahsoka are a Brighton Metalcore band, jumping into 2026 fresh after the release of their well received EP ‘From Beneath You’. “It’s dark, it’s riffy, and it’s got all the groove of a subterranean cosmic horror learning to dance” - GhoulBus |
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Thursday 09 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Swan Inn map Address: The Street, Barton Stacey, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3RL Telephone: 01962 760470 Event: Open Mic Night - 8pm-11pm - The monthly open mic night is always great fun and everyone is welcome to watch or have a go yourself. |
FRIDAY 10 APRIL 2026
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Friday 10 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: O'Neill's map Address: 90-91 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9AP Telephone: 01962 844001 Event: Batteries Not Included - 10pm - Free entry - Batteries Not Included on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561267851567. Covers band. Andover-based covers band playing 60s, 70s and 80s classics. |
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Friday 10 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Guildhall Winchester map Address: Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9GH Telephone: 01962 840820 Event: Prince – The Candlelight Concert - 7.30pm - Immerse yourself in a night of dazzling music, glowing candlelight and pure purple magic. This is more than just a concert – it’s a heartfelt celebration of one of the greatest musical icons of all time. Surrounded by a warm, flickering glow, you’ll be swept into Prince’s world of unforgettable melodies, irresistible grooves and electrifying stage presence. |
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Friday 10 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Dinosaurs Live! - 1.30pm & 4.30pm - For the first time since 1881, the home of dinosaurs, London’s Natural History Museum, is going on tour! Ever since they were first identified in the 1800s, dinosaurs have sparked the imagination of kids and adults alike and for the first time ever, the world- renowned Natural History Museum has teamed up with Mark Thompson Productions to take you on a dinosaur adventure like no other. We'll go on a pre-historic journey together to the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods and watch the life-like dinosaurs come alive right on stage! Not only that, but we’ll also find out more about fossils, time scales and how our planet has changed over hundreds of millions of years. So get ready for a roaring experience like no other as Natural History Museum presents Dinosaurs Live comes to a town near you. |
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Friday 10 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Roving Crows + Lost Post + Lower Road + Joe Burke - 7.30pm doors - Roving Crows are an Irish Folk Rock band who deliver the goods with unbounded amounts of riotous energy and banter. |
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Friday 10 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Lights map Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: The Britpop Show with Marc Burrows - CANCELLED - 7.30pm - Join award-winning writer and comedian Marc Burrows for a multi-media stand up celebration of one of British music’s most iconic and enduring movements, marking 30 years since the iconic Blur vs. Oasis chart war. Music journalist Marc (Guardian, The Quietus, Big Issue) dives into the stories, rivalries, OTT personalities as well as some of the finest music the UK has ever produced. |
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Friday 10 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: George Inn map Address: Vernham Dean, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 0JY Telephone: 01264 737279 Event: Folk Night - 7pm - Free entry - Folk Night is back. Live folk music in the bar, a toe tapping good time! Limited space — you’ve been warned! |
SATURDAY 11 APRIL 2026
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Saturday 11 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: O'Neill's map Address: 90-91 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9AP Telephone: 01962 844001 Event: Thunderslug - 10pm - Thunderslug's website: https://www.thunderslug.co.uk/. Rock covers band Covers band specialising in high-octane rock covers and their super-charged take on pop classics. |
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Saturday 11 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Guildhall Winchester map Address: Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9GH Telephone: 01962 840820 Event: Day-time Disco for Grown Ups - 3pm - The legendary Discos for Grown ups returns to the Guildhall’s Bapsy Hall, Winchester and this time its a DAY PARTY! The legendary Discos for Grown ups disco party is coming back to Winchester Guildhalls Bapsy Hall… and this time it’s a DAY-TIME disco from 3pm to 6.30pm |
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Saturday 11 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Joni Mitchell's Blue: An Evening In Laurel Canyon - 7.30pm - Overlooking the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles' Sunset Strip, Laurel Canyon hosted a community of musicians through the 1960's and 70's forming a hive of creativity in the age of hippies and flower power. Amongst Laurel Canyon’s residents were the likes of Neil Young, James Taylor, Carole King, Eagles, The Doors and Joni Mitchell… In the first half of this concert you will hear a live 6-piece band perform music from the artists listed above as well as many other Laurel Canyon residents during this time. In the second half, the band will perform in its entirety Joni Mitchell's 1971 album Blue. A songwriting masterclass, Blue includes some of Joni's finest work including Little Green, River, A Case of You and California. |
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Saturday 11 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: The Total Stone Roses + Oaysis - Doors 8pm - The UK’s BEST Stone Roses Tribute return to the stage! If you love I Am The Resurrection, Made Of Stone, Fools Gold, Waterfall, She Bangs The Drums and many more then do not miss this exclusive opportunity to hear your favourite Stone Roses anthems performed live by the UK’s finest tribute! |
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Saturday 11 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Dan Sealey - Doors 8pm - Born in Birmingham, Dan started his career with the folk-rock band Ocean Colour Scene, toured the world, played headline slots at major festivals for over a decade, and co-founded Merrymouth with Simon Fowler. Merrymouth featured award-winning musicians, including John McCusker and Andy Cutting and guest appearances from Chas Hodges (Chas and Dave). |
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Saturday 11 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: March Hare map Address: 63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN Telephone: 01962 582149 Event: Snake Heart - 8.30pm - Snake Heart on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Snakeheart.RockBand. Classic rock covers band. Snake Heart are a Southampton-based covers band that play a mix of classic rock covers from the 70s right through to present day, from artists such as Thin Lizzy, Velvet Revolver, Free, Bon Jovi, Gary Moore, Muse, Stereophonics, Kings of Leon, Muse and many more. |
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Saturday 11 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Horse & Groom map Address: 2 Broad Street, Alresford, Winchester, SO24 9AQ Telephone: 01962 734809 Event: Grizzly - 7pm - Footstomping roots and blues, original folk, swamping and slide. Visit Grizzly on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/grizzlyrhysmorgan. |
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Saturday 11 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: White Hart Hotel map Address: Newbury Street, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7DN Telephone: 01256 892900 Event: HOMER - 9pm - They’re back and ready to bring the noise! HOMER return to The White Hart, Whitchurch this Saturday 11th April for a full night of classic rock anthems 🤘 |
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Saturday 11 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Lights map Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Legends of Motown 2026 - 7.30pm - Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown’s biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music of the iconic and timeless Motown era. Undoubtedly the golden era of music, the show pays tribute to the legendary artists that appeared on the Motown label at that time. |
SUNDAY 12 APRIL 2026
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Sunday 12 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Sounds of the 60s - 7.30pm - Experience the sixties show that's wowing audiences around the world, selling out and headlining venues from the Palladium to Old Trafford - with the spectacular Sounds of the 60s. 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. |
MONDAY 13 APRIL 2026
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Monday 13 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: The BIG ROYAL General Knowledge Quiz - 7pm - Think you know your Anne Boleyn from your Anne Robinson? Or your T-Rex from your T-Birds? Money raised goes to supporting Play to the Crowd's artist development event programme. Maximum 6 people per team Please book all team members in one order. If you wish to add additional team members after your initial booking, please call the Box Office on 01962 840 440. |
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Monday 13 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
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. |
TUESDAY 14 APRIL 2026
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Tuesday 14 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Winchester Cathedral map Address: Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS Telephone: 01962 857275 (box office) Event: Lunchtime Concerts - 1.15pm - Brighten up your lunchtime with musical performances from local musicians, and pupils of schools and colleges from around the county. A Lunchtime Concert Series will take place at the Cathedral, in the Lady Chapel, from 1.15pm – 1.50pm most Tuesdays. Entry included with a valid annual pass. Seats for the lunchtime concerts are limited and are allocated on a first come first serve basis. |
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Tuesday 14 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Mark Simmons: Jest to Impress - 7.30pm - As seen on Mock the Week, BT Sport and ITV, "Master of one-liners" Mark Simmons had a groundbreaking 200+ date sell out debut tour lasting two years, spanning the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. Mark is back on tour in 2026 with Jest to Impress, a brand new show packed with even more expertly crafted one-liners, alongside his trademark off-the-cuff jokes based on random audience suggestions. |
WEDNESDAY 15 APRIL 2026
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Wednesday 15 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Pam Ayres: Doggedly Onward - 7.30pm - Pam Ayres has spent a lifetime providing hilarious insights into the delights and tribulations of everyday life. She has now gathered her poetry into her latest book, Doggedly Onward – A Life in Poems, 1970s–2020s, tracing the course of her life. Recent TV appearances include two series of The Cotswolds for Channel 5, This Morning, Alan Titchmarsh, Countdown and Would I Lie To You? |
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Wednesday 15 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Lights map Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Lenny Henry Work In Progress - 7.30pm - Comedy legend Sir Lenny Henry is returning to The Lights on Wednesday, 15 April, and tickets are on sale. Tickets are only available via the ticket link provided below, not on the The Lights website or box office. |
THURSDAY 16 APRIL 2026
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Thursday 16 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Nutshell map Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF Telephone: 01962 808533 Event: THE NUTSHELL JAZZ CLUB: THE FRASER SMITH QUARTET - 8pm - London based Tenor player Fraser Smith has been playing professionally across Europe and beyond for the past 20 years. His latest album Lifeline! was recently added to The Times and Jazzwise 'Best Jazz Albums of 2025' lists, receiving a glowing 4 star review from each. 'Fiery and energetic hard-bop', the band's previous album Tiptop!, received coverage from the Guardian, Jazzwise and Hi-fi magazine and amassed 1.3 million streams. |
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Thursday 16 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: The Wall of Floyd: Greatest Hits 2026 Tour - 7.30pm - Experience the music of Pink Floyd as it was meant to be heard. The Wall of Floyd is a long established and authentic Pink Floyd Tribute Show based in Portsmouth on the south coast of the UK. The band puts the most important thing first: the iconic music that has sold hundreds of millions of records and a night with the Wall of Floyd will always feature a mix of unforgettable classics mixed with a few deeper cuts. |
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Thursday 16 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Ben de la Cour - 8pm doors - A natural storyteller, Ben de la Cour’s visceral songwriting grabs you by the heart and doesn’t let go. Weaving evocative stories of desperate characters with his signature “Americanoir” sound, de la Cour shines a glaring light on the human condition. |
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Thursday 16 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: The Haar - 8pm doors - The Haar combines the staggering musicianship of Molly Donnery (vocals), Adam Summerhayes (fiddle), Murray Grainger (accordion) and Cormac Byrne (bodhrán). |
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Thursday 16 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Lights map Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Neil Sands Presents: Remember When - 2pm - Neil Sands Presents: Remember When – 20th Anniversary Special! From The Masters of Matinee Nostalgia Step back in time with Neil Sands and his wonderful West End cast as they celebrate an incredible 20 record-breaking years of the nation’s favourite afternoon nostalgia shows with their hit show "Remember When". Relive the Golden Days of the 1940s, '50s, '60s & '70s in a heart-warming trip down Memory Lane, packed with over 60 of the greatest songs ever written. From the wartime singalongs of Vera Lynn to the swinging hits of the Beatles, Dusty, Elvis, and even ABBA – it's the music that shaped generations |
FRIDAY 17 APRIL 2026
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Friday 17 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Arc map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: 01962 398046 Event: BARNSTORMERS COMEDY - APRIL 2026 - 7.30pm - regular comedy night at The Arc, Barnstormers Comedy presents a line-up of three top acts from the London comedy circuit and beyond: many of them Comedy Store regulars. |
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Friday 17 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Guildhall Winchester map Address: Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9GH Telephone: 01962 840820 Event: The Music of John Williams vs Hans Zimmer - 7.30pm - Experience a breathtaking celebration of John Williams, Hans Zimmer and the greatest film scores ever written, brought to life by a chamber orchestra. Step into a world where cinematic music history is brought to life. This year, The Great British Film Orchestra proudly embarks on a spectacular UK-wide tour, presenting The Music of John Williams vs Hans Zimmer – an orchestral duel between two titans whose scores have defined generations of storytelling. |
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Friday 17 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Arc map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: 01962 398046 Event: Winchester Books Festival - Winchester is a city steeped in literary history and famously the resting place of one of the UK’s most beloved authors, Jane Austen. The festival is a vibrant celebration of books, authors and the power of words. Each April, the festival brings together an extraordinary line up of authors for a weekend filled with inspiration, imagination and lively discussion. From captivating fiction and thought-provoking non-fiction to enchanting children’s stories, there is something for everyone. Visit https://winchesterbooksfestival.com/events for full details and tickets. |
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Friday 17 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: A Squash and a Squeeze - 3.30pm - Based on the original book A Squash and a Squeeze written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze live on stage for the first time! |
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Friday 17 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Jack Skipper: Skint - 8pm - Carpet-fitter turned comedian Jack Skipper delivers his debut, Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated, stand-up hour with a show about how he went from a tradesman with no qualifications to a full-time comedian (with no qualifications) – offering insights into the endeavours of a working-class father struggling to navigate his way through life. |
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Friday 17 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Sound of the Sirens + James Kane - 8pm doors - Sound of the Sirens are a singer-songwriting duo based in Exeter, Devon comprising of Abbe Martin & Hannah Wood. |
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Friday 17 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Clatford Arms map Address: Longstock Road, Goodworth Clatford, Hampshire, SP11 7RN Telephone: 01264 392138 Event: Richard Harris - 8pm |
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Friday 17 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Lights map Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Solve Along A Murder She Wrote - 8pm - Cult hit event Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote returns to Andover with an interactive screening of the classic Murder, She Wrote episode “A Fashionable Way to Die”. Jessica Fletcher visits a designer friend in Paris – but soon there’s a murder that only she (or you!) can solve! Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote returns following riotous presentations of “Broadway Malady” and “Sing a Song of Murder”. Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote is a unique and hilarious night featuring games, prizes and audience participation, with special permission from NBC Universal Television. See the show Time Out rated one of 2021 & 2019’s 50 Great Nights Out in London that has played to sell-out audiences across the UK, Ireland, the USA and Australia, as well as the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023-2025, Adelaide Fringe 2025 and the Murder, She Wrote Festival 2025 (California). |
SATURDAY 18 APRIL 2026
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Saturday 18 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Winchester Cathedral map Address: Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS Telephone: 01962 857275 (box office) Event: Holst's The Planets featuring the Star Wars suite - 7.30pm - A symphonic spectacular - The Fulltone Orchestra launches you into an unforgettable musical universe with Holst’s The Planets and The Star Wars Suite at Winchester Cathedral. |
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Saturday 18 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Nutshell map Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF Telephone: 01962 808533 Event: THE NUTSHELL COMEDY CLUB: APRIL - 8pm - More Spring Comedy fun, and April fools, to brighten up the day so we bring you yet another cracking comedy night featuring just the finest stand-up comedians from the UK comedy circuit. This month’s delights are Nathan Eagle, Tal Davies, Andrew White and all held together by your host and MC Sunjai Arif! |
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Saturday 18 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Guildhall Winchester map Address: Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9GH Telephone: 01962 840820 Event: Winchester Books Festival - Winchester is a city steeped in literary history and famously the resting place of one of the UK’s most beloved authors, Jane Austen. The festival is a vibrant celebration of books, authors and the power of words. Each April, the festival brings together an extraordinary line up of authors for a weekend filled with inspiration, imagination and lively discussion. From captivating fiction and thought-provoking non-fiction to enchanting children’s stories, there is something for everyone. Visit https://winchesterbooksfestival.com/events for full details and tickets. |
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Saturday 18 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: A Squash and a Squeeze - 10.30am & 1.30pm - Based on the original book A Squash and a Squeeze written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze live on stage for the first time! |
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Saturday 18 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Seann Walsh: This is Torture - 8pm - After his sell-out 2023 tour, the UK's dishevelled king of stand-up, award-winning Seann Walsh returns with a brand-new hour of side-splitting comedy. Don't miss his trademark high-energy exasperation and razor-sharp observations that leave audiences in stitches and on their feet all around the country. This year, he's decided to name the show after the thing he says the most in life - THIS IS TORTURE |
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Saturday 18 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: St James Tavern map Address: 3 Romsey Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5BE Telephone: 01962 861288 Event: Acoustic Blues Night with JON WALSH - 7.30pm - JW returns to play an acoustic blues and ragtime gig at The St James Tavern. Great pub, great food, great vibe, great blues. Table booking advised. |
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Saturday 18 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Bleed Again + Parting With Origin + Evil Villains + Averted - 7.30pm doors - With a history of playing legendary stages such as a headline set at both Download’s takeover and 6K FEST in Belgium, Brighton based Bleed Again are quickly taking the metalcore scene by storm. |
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Saturday 18 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: March Hare map Address: 63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN Telephone: 01962 582149 Event: 4Bar - 8.30pm - 4Bar's website: https://4barband.wixsite.com/4bar. 4Bar on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4bar.music. Pop, rock and indie covers band 4Bar are a pop, rock and indie covers band playing in and around south Hampshire. |
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Saturday 18 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Whitchurch Longmeadow Sports and Social Club map Address: Winchester Road, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7RB Telephone: 01256 892493 Event: Quip Shed Comedy - 7pm doors - Expect big laughs, great atmosphere, and a proper night of live comedy right here at the club. Get your tickets sorted and get ready for another brilliant night! 🎭✨ |
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Saturday 18 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: White Hart Hotel map Address: Newbury Street, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7DN Telephone: 01256 892900 Event: RELLiX - Covers band |
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Saturday 18 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Lights map Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Bon Giovi 2026 - 8pm - BON GIOVI are the World’s Premier look-alike and sound alike Tribute to the New Jersey rockers Bon Jovi Formed in December of 1998, with over 25 years UK and International touring experience as a band and nearly 5 times that combined from individual members, this act is without compromise one of the best Tribute acts on the circuit today playing over 100+ shows each year. |
SUNDAY 19 APRIL 2026
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Sunday 19 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Arc map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: 01962 398046 Event: Winchester Books Festival - Winchester is a city steeped in literary history and famously the resting place of one of the UK’s most beloved authors, Jane Austen. The festival is a vibrant celebration of books, authors and the power of words. Each April, the festival brings together an extraordinary line up of authors for a weekend filled with inspiration, imagination and lively discussion. From captivating fiction and thought-provoking non-fiction to enchanting children’s stories, there is something for everyone. Visit https://winchesterbooksfestival.com/events for full details and tickets. |
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Sunday 19 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: A Squash and a Squeeze - 10.30am & 1.30pm - Based on the original book A Squash and a Squeeze written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze live on stage for the first time! |
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Sunday 19 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Whitchurch Longmeadow Sports and Social Club map Address: Winchester Road, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7RB Telephone: 01256 892493 Event: Sunday Acoustic Sessions - 2.30pm - Acoustic Session at Whitchurch (Hants) Sports & Social Club, Sunday 19th April from 2:30pm. All genres of music welcome. |
MONDAY 20 APRIL 2026
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Monday 20 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Hurn Court Opera: La traviata - 7pm - A tragic opera which follows the story of Violetta, a high-class courtesan in Paris, and her passionate love affair with Alfredo, a young nobleman. The opera deals with human emotions such as love, envy, jealousy, loyalty, and hatred. Violetta sacrifices everything for love. This tragic tale continues to resonate with audiences, showcasing the timeless conflict between personal desire and societal expectations. An exceptional cast of emerging opera stars and the Hurn Court Opera orchestra brings this tragedy enthrallingly to life. Orchestra conducted by Lynton Atkinson, Directed by Joy Robinson. Fully staged and sung in Italian with English surtitles. |
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Monday 20 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
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. |
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Monday 20 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Worthies Club map 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 https://www.facebook.com/jamminthejazz on Facebook. |
TUESDAY 21 APRIL 2026
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Tuesday 21 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Winchester Cathedral map Address: Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS Telephone: 01962 857275 (box office) Event: Lunchtime Concerts - 1.15pm - Brighten up your lunchtime with musical performances from local musicians, and pupils of schools and colleges from around the county. A Lunchtime Concert Series will take place at the Cathedral, in the Lady Chapel, from 1.15pm – 1.50pm most Tuesdays. Entry included with a valid annual pass. Seats for the lunchtime concerts are limited and are allocated on a first come first serve basis. |
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Tuesday 21 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: A Midsummer Night's Dream - 7pm - A whimsical tale of love, mischief, and magic! Enter a world where love is unpredictable, fairies rule the night, and chaos reigns supreme. Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream is a spellbinding comedy that whisks audiences into an enchanted forest where mistaken identities, mischievous magic, and outrageous humour collide. |
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Tuesday 21 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map 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!) |
WEDNESDAY 22 APRIL 2026
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Wednesday 22 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: A Midsummer Night's Dream - 1pm & 7pm - A whimsical tale of love, mischief, and magic! Enter a world where love is unpredictable, fairies rule the night, and chaos reigns supreme. Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream is a spellbinding comedy that whisks audiences into an enchanted forest where mistaken identities, mischievous magic, and outrageous humour collide. |
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Wednesday 22 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
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: http://www.moonroller.com/winchesterukejam.htm. |
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Wednesday 22 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: March Hare map Address: 63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN Telephone: 01962 582149 Event: Acoustic Open Mic Night hosted by Paul Jude Wilson - 8pm - Hosted by Paul Jude Wilson, 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! |
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Wednesday 22 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Lights map Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: The Fureys Farewell Tour - 7.30pm - Legends of Irish music & song, The FUREYS renowned for their hit songs ‘I will love you’, ‘When you were sweet 16’, ‘The Green fields of France’, ‘The old man’, ‘Red rose café’, ‘From Clare to here’, ‘Her father didn’t like me anyway’, ‘Leaving Nancy’, ‘Steal away’ etc take to our stage for the final time as part of their FAREWELL TOUR. |
THURSDAY 23 APRIL 2026
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Thursday 23 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Guildhall Winchester map Address: Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9GH Telephone: 01962 840820 Event: Dr John Cooper Clarke + Special Guest - 7.30pm - His sense of humor resounds throughout his career, and his latest live show is a mix of classic verse, new material, hilarious ponderings on modern life, good honest gags, riffs and chat. Literary phenomenon John Cooper Clarke is a British cult hero. Known as the ‘Godfather of Punk Poetry” and the original people’s poet, John’s cultural influence spans literature, music and fashion. From creating some of the most iconic poetry of the modern era, including the world’s most popular wedding poem “I Wanna Be Yours” ( recently celebrating over a billion streams in its incarnation as a hit record by the Arctic Monkeys) to sharing his life story through his 120k selling memoir of the same name and the recent release of his new best-selling poetry collection “WHAT” which is full of John’s much-loved sardonic wit and hilarious ponderings on modern life. |
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Thursday 23 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Arc map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: 01962 398046 Event: PAUL MCCAFFREY: WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE - EXTRA SHOW - 7.30pm - A new show from one of the funniest comics working in the UK today. Modern life is annoying but was it really much better before? McCaffrey asks in this warm, charming hour of comedy. Star of Live At The Apollo, BBC Three’s Impractical Jokers and Russell Howard’s Good News. In addition to being handpicked to tour the country in support of two of the great stand ups of recent years Sean Lock and Kevin Bridges. Paul is an award-winning comedian in his own right and headlines at the biggest comedy clubs in the country. He has performed numerous critically acclaimed Edinburgh shows as well as major music festivals: Reading, Leeds, V Festival, Bestival and Latitude. Paul is the co-host of the hit podcasts ‘What’s Upset You Now?’ with fellow comedian Seann Walsh and ‘Gladrags' with Rachel Fairburn. Age restriction: STRICTLY 14+ Likely to be swearing and adult content. Children younger than this will not be admitted even if accompanied with an adult. |
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Thursday 23 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: ELO Again - 7.30pm - ELO Again are back with their stunning BACK to the BLUE Tour celebrating the truly universal music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra. ELO Again really give you a dramatic taste of what a legendary ELO concert would have been like back in their heyday, the whole experience is professionally re-enacted with amazing sound reproduction, light show and visual effects. They perform all the big hits – Mr Blue Sky, Livin' Thing, Sweet Talkin' Woman, Shine A Little Love, Confusion, Last Train to London, Roll Over Beethoven, Wild West Hero, Don't Bring Me Down, The Diary of Horace Wimp, Telephone Line, Turn to Stone plus many more. |
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Thursday 23 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: St Peter's Church map Address: High Street, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 6HE Event: St George’s Day Celebration with Michelmersh Silver Band - 7.30pm - A special St George’s Day concert at St Peter’s Church with Michelmersh Silver Band conducted by Kevin Smith. The band are locally based but nationally known, and are currently rehearsing for participation in the South West of England Regional Qualifying Contest. With a very English flavour, the programme will include music often associated with the Last Night of the Proms. Tickets at just £15 or £5 for children, £30 for a family ticket – 2 adults, 2 children under 18. Refreshments will be available and pre-ordered drinks will go on sale nearer the date. |
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Thursday 23 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Lights map Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Andover Music Club (AGM) with Duncan Honeybourne 2025 - 7.30pm - Duncan Honeybourne enjoys a diverse profile as a pianist and in music education. Commended for his “gripping performances” (The Times), “glittering performances” (International Piano) and “great technical facility and unfailing imagination” (Musical Opinion), Duncan is best known for his interpretations of 20th and 21st century British piano music. He has family connections with Andover, where his father and grandparents lived in the 1940s and 50s, and he gave recitals for the Andover Music Club in 2010 and 2013. |
FRIDAY 24 APRIL 2026
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Friday 24 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Bakers Arms map Address: 22 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9JX Event: The 2 Tones - 9pm |
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Friday 24 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Boyband in the Buff: Starring Gareth Gates - 7.30pm - Get ready to scream like it's 1999! Boyband in the Buff is the ultimate throwback concert - starring pop heartthrob Gareth Gates and a cast of ripped and ridiculously talented performers. With nothing but harmonies, dance moves, and a whole lot of skin, the boys belt out the biggest hits of the '90s and '00s – from Backstreet Boys to NSYNC, Blue to Take That – in a show that's as nostalgic as it is naughty. It's a celebration of pop, passion, and pecs, where the clothes come off and the heat turns up. This is the ultimate night out for anyone who's ever swooned over a boyband. Warning: Contains tight harmonies and tighter pants. (At least, for the first few numbers.) |
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Friday 24 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Holy Trinity Church map Address: Upper Brook Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8DG Event: WinQeilidh - 7pm - This ceilidh is gender-free, queer-, trans-, and family-friendly, and always welcoming. Ceilidh dancing is traditional social dancing for groups; you don't need a partner and we teach as we go along, so it's a perfect opportunity to try something new with friends. £10 general admission; £5 students/low income, £15 supporters, cash and card accepted on the door. For more information about WinQ please visit http://louisesiddons.com/WinQ.html |
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Friday 24 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Oaysis - 8pm doors - OAYSIS perform tunes such as Supersonic, Don't Look Back In Anger, Wonderwall and more with absolute accuracy. This is the closet thing to seeing OASIS live, check their videos. They'll bring the spirit of Knebworth to you! |
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Friday 24 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Lights map Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Murder: Staged - 7.30pm - Did you know that 90% of people believe they can get away with murder - are you one of them? There will be a live psychopath test to find out! Serial killer and psychopathy expert Cheish Merryweather introduces MURDER:STAGED - a true crime talk that takes a deep dive into the embedded lies at crime scenes. The 'CSI effect' has created a new type of killer – you will investigate the six types of stagers: The Planner, The Creator, The Cleaner, The Concealer, The Fabricator and The Inflictor. Featuring forensics, criminology, dark psychology and reconstructed real-life crime scene walk-throughs. An unmissable evening for any true crime fan. |
SATURDAY 25 APRIL 2026
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Saturday 25 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Winchester Cathedral map Address: Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS Telephone: 01962 857275 (box office) Event: Organ Concert by Thomas Trotter - 7.30pm - Winchester Cathedral are delighted to welcome Thomas Trotter, internationally renowned and widely celebrated as the most distinguished British organist of his generation, for a spectacular concert on the cathedral’s magnificent organ. This concert is part of the 2026 Organ Recital Series which continues the tradition of inviting world‑class artists to showcase the full brilliance and versatility of the instrument. Join us for an unforgettable evening of musical mastery, followed by a drinks reception in the North Transept. |
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Saturday 25 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Exchange map Address: 9 Southgate Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9DZ Event: Caelum Allett is ELVIS: The Early Years - 7.30pm |
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Saturday 25 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: O'Neill's map Address: 90-91 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9AP Telephone: 01962 844001 Event: The Lost Keys + Steel Viper - 7.30pm - The Lost Keys: Acoustic covers - with gusto!. Covers from the 70s, 80s, 90s and into this century. Eagles, Madness, Killers, Mumford and Sons and many more. Turn up at 7.30pm to see support act Steel Viper. |
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Saturday 25 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: The Royal Opera cinema screening: The Magic Flute - 1.30pm - Princess Pamina has been captured. Her mother, the Queen of the Night, tasks the young Prince Tamino with her daughter’s rescue. But when Tamino and his friendly sidekick, Papageno, embark on their adventure, they soon learn that when it comes to the quest for love, nothing is as it really seems. Guided by a magic flute, they encounter monsters, villains, and a mysterious brotherhood of men – but help, it turns out, comes when you least expect it. |
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Saturday 25 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Dr Louise Newson: Breaking the Cycle: The Power of Hormones - 8pm - Following on from her hugely successful 2024 theatre tour, renowned physician and women’s hormone specialist Dr Louise Newson is back in 2026 with Breaking the Cycle: The Power of Hormones, an unmissable new show challenging everything you’ve been told about hormones. |
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Saturday 25 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Eclipse Machine + Sonne + Houndini's Hand + Sywren - Doors 7.30pm - Influenced by bands like Dream Theater, Coheed and Cambria and Tool, Eclipse Machine uses complex structures and rich atmospheres to create the world their music is based on. |
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Saturday 25 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: St Mary's Church map Address: Church Lane, Twyford, Hampshire, SO21 1NS Event: The Duettists - 7pm - An evening of sumptuous music for two cellos in the beautiful church of St Mary the Virgin, Twyford. There will be sale of refreshments in the interval. The Duettists, formed in 2024, are active across the South of the UK and have performed at a wide array of venues including Croydon Minster, Winchester Cathedral, for the Museum of Music History, and for numerous private events. Their core repertoire is that of the 19th and early 20th centuries romantic period comprising music that brings out the passion, depth and lyricism of the cello as an instrument. Théa curates the music while Erlend writes the arrangements to be able to bring out the uniqueness and strengths of each cello, as well as finding creative ways of connecting them, producing an exciting listening experience. In this way the music and the performances become more personal, intimate and true to The Duettists, producing their own voice unique from other performing groups. Read more on https://www.theduettists.com/. Tickets (£15-£20) can be bought on the door or via the ticket link. |
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Saturday 25 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Lights map Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: The Timeless Songs of Barbra Streisand - 7.30pm - Top vocalist Sue Caroline presents The Timeless Songs of Barbra Streisand, featuring a fantastic live band, creating a stunning and captivating showcase of one of the most iconic singers of our time. |
SUNDAY 26 APRIL 2026
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Sunday 26 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: The Remarkable Ben Hart - 2.30pm & 7.30pm - Following sold-out shows around the world, Ben Hart returns with a brand-new show – his most astonishing and impossible yet. An entirely unique voice in magic, Ben Hart brings together enthralling storytelling, sharp wit and indisputable charm, to create magic shows that are unforgettable, funny, dark and profoundly baffling. |
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Sunday 26 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Will Cook & Friends + Waiting For Alfie + James Gardener + Prom Night + Burnt Flowers Fallen - Doors 7.30pm - A showcase of fantastic fledgling acts from The University of Winchester, come out to support grassroots music and emerging artists! For fans of Indie, Pop & Alt Rock |
MONDAY 27 APRIL 2026
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Monday 27 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: University of Winchester: Music and Lyrics - 7.30pm - Seven Deadly Sins: An Evening of Wickedness and Vice at the Musicals. Join us as the University of Winchester Musical Theatre students take to the stage, in a one night only event: Music and Lyrics. |
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Monday 27 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
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. |
TUESDAY 28 APRIL 2026
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Tuesday 28 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Winchester Cathedral map Address: Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS Telephone: 01962 857275 (box office) Event: Lunchtime Concerts - 1.15pm - Brighten up your lunchtime with musical performances from local musicians, and pupils of schools and colleges from around the county. A Lunchtime Concert Series will take place at the Cathedral, in the Lady Chapel, from 1.15pm – 1.50pm most Tuesdays. Entry included with a valid annual pass. Seats for the lunchtime concerts are limited and are allocated on a first come first serve basis. |
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Tuesday 28 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Arc map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: 01962 398046 Event: JO IN THE WATER: THE FIGHT TO SAVE OUR RIVERS, LAKES AND SEAS - 7.30pm - This film follows a passionate sea swimmer turned reluctant activist, Exmouth-based Jo Bateman, as she takes on one of the UK’s biggest water companies in a David-and-Goliath battle to protect our waters from devastating sewage pollution. As Jo’s courage helps ignite a growing movement, this film exposes the dire state of our water system and asks: who will stand up for our right to swim in clean natural waters, for the species and communities that rely upon them? Jo in the Water is a feature-length documentary made by award-winning filmmakers with a strong track record of bringing powerful stories to our cinema screens. It is not just about water pollution; it is about connection—to nature, to our own sense of place, and to our responsibility for the world around us. |
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Tuesday 28 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Cinema Screening: West Side Story - 2pm - A triumph on every level, this electrifying musical sets the ageless tragedy of Romeo and Juliet against a backdrop of gang warfare in 1950's New York! |
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Tuesday 28 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: National Theatre Live: The Audience - 7pm - Returning to cinemas for the first time in over a decade, Helen Mirren plays Queen Elizabeth II in the Olivier and Tony Award® -winning hit production, directed by Stephen Daldry. |
WEDNESDAY 29 APRIL 2026
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Wednesday 29 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Local Creative Socials - 5.30pm - Local Creatives Socials are relaxed, welcoming networking events for creatives in the Winchester area working across the live performance (and wider creative industries). Whether you're involved in writing, spoken word, music, theatre, or other creative disciplines, these sessions offer a supportive space to connect and grow. |
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Wednesday 29 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Hospital of St Cross Church map Address: Saint Cross Back Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9SD Event: Celebration of Spring Concert - 6.30pm - The Hampshire Medical Fund is hosting a Celebration of Spring Concert at the stunning Hospital of St Cross in Winchester on Wednesday 29th April (6.30pm-9.45pm). Tickets include drinks, canapés and brilliant live music. The event is raising money for a robotic stroke rehabilitation system for Winchester Hospital that will help hundreds of local stroke patients regain independence after a stroke. It will be a truly lovely evening in aid of a life-changing piece of equipment |
THURSDAY 30 APRIL 2026
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Thursday 30 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Winchester Cathedral map Address: Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS Telephone: 01962 857275 (box office) Event: Voices in Pilgrimage - TOUR CONCERT - 7.30pm - The Boy Choristers and Lay Clerks of Winchester Cathedral invite you to a special evening of English choral music on Thursday 30th April at 7.30pm in the magnificent setting of the Cathedral Nave. |
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Thursday 30 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: Theatre Royal map Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Kendal Mountain Tour 2026 - 7pm - Live Speaker and Adventure Films Kendal Mountain Events returns for another season of adventure and human connection. Experience the best of the world's stunning landscapes through a curated selection of Kendal Mountain festival award-winning short adventure films. But it's not just about exploration, storytelling is at the heart of this event. Alongside these powerful films, adventure speakers and local community groups will take the stage to share their own personal stories, offering a deeper connection to the people behind the adventures. Whether you're an avid explorer or simply someone who cherishes the power of storytelling and the beauty of nature, the Kendal Mountain Tour 2026 promises to leave you inspired and moved by the shared human spirit of adventure. |
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Thursday 30 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Railway map Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Having The Track Comedy - Doors 7.30pm - Having The Track is back with another stellar line up for April featuring a work in progress show from Ben Ashurst, grab yourself an advance ticket and prepare to be entertained! |
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Thursday 30 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
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. |
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Thursday 30 April 2026 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue: The Lights map Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Alistair McGowan: 3-in-1 - 7.30pm - Alistair McGowan brings you the comedy and impressions for which he is known and loved, reads from his newly-published poetry collection (‘Masterly’, Simon Cowell) and plays short piano favourites by Chopin, Grieg, Elgar, Satie, Bill Evans and others. |
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TOMORROW, Sunday 03 May 2026
Winchester Chamber Music Festival 2026 - Afternoon Concert
Venue: St Paul's Church
3.30pm-5.15pm
Katharine Dain, David Adams, Lucy Gould, Jonathan Stone, Kate Gould, Karelia Quartet, Jâms Coleman Brahms The Rain Violin Sonata in G, Op. 78 (25’) Tippett String Quartet No 2 (22’) Britten On This Island Op. 11 (poems by W H Auden) (13’) Ravel String Quartet in F (30’) Tickets: £23 (£19 in side aisles). www.winchesterchambermusic.com
