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SATURDAY 10 OCTOBER 2026
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Saturday 10 October 2026
Venue: O'Neill's map 
Live music
Address: 90-91 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9AP Telephone: 01962 844001 Event: 4G - 10pm - 4G on Facebook: www.facebook.com/4gbanduk. Covers band. 4G are a Berkshire-based covers band. They cover a wide range of songs from artists including T-Rex, Stereophonics and The Killers. Venue's website: oneills-winchester.designmynight.com Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/oneillswinch 
Facebook Event: www.facebook.com/events/860862103705389
Tickets/more info: oneills-winchester.designmynight.com
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Saturday 10 October 2026
Venue: Guildhall Winchester map
Live music
• Tribute
Address: Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9GH Telephone: 01962 840820 Event: The Music of Luther Vandross – The Candlelight Concert - 7.30pm - a heartfelt evening honouring the timeless music of Luther Vandross, as a gifted vocalist and an incredible live band bring his greatest hits to life in a stunning candlelit setting. This tribute concert celebrates the velvet voice of one of R&B’s most beloved legends — known for his rich tones, emotional depth, and unforgettable love songs. From the upbeat joy of “Never Too Much” to the soul-stirring beauty of “Dance with My Father”, every moment will be filled with nostalgia, passion, and musical excellence. Venue's website: guildhallwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/guildhallwinchester
Tickets/more info: guildhallwinchester.co.uk/events/the-music-of-luther-vandross-the-candlelight-concert
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Saturday 10 October 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Comedy
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Romesh Ranganathan: Work In Progress - 7.30pm - Join Romesh as he road-tests new material ahead of his brand-new tour. Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
Tickets/more info: www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/romesh-ranganathan-work-progress
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Saturday 10 October 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Live music
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Black Water County + Ribble - 8pm doors - Mashing their own brew of pop-punk and folk since 2013, the five-piece continue on their mission to provide merriment and moshing to the masses by relentlessly touring the UK and Europe. Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility. Venue's website: railwayinn.pub Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
Tickets/more info: railwayinn.pub/shows/black-water-county-2026-10-10
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Saturday 10 October 2026
Venue: The Worthies Club map
Live music
• Tribute
Address: Lovedon Lane, Kings Worthy, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7NJ Telephone: 01962 880457 Event: DB Phoenix Sings The King - 9pm - Free entry - Get ready for a night of Elvis classics, rock ’n’ roll and plenty of hip-shaking! 🎶🔥An incredible tribute to the King himself! 🕺🎤 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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Saturday 10 October 2026
Venue: The Alresford Cricketers map
Live music
Address: Jacklyns Lane, Alresford, Hampshire, SO24 9LW Telephone: 01962 671570 Event: The Cricketers Farewell Party with COVERGIRLZ - 7.30pm - 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/Cricketers-Inn-Alresford/61578701577888
Facebook Event: www.facebook.com/events/1036392769441641
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Saturday 10 October 2026
Venue: Horse & Groom map
Live music
Address: 2 Broad Street, Alresford, Winchester, SO24 9AQ Telephone: 01962 734809 Event: Grizzly Rhys Morgan - 6.30pm - Footstomping roots and blues, original folk, swamping and slide. Visit Grizzly on Facebook at www.facebook.com/grizzlyrhysmorgan. Venue's website: horse-and-groom-alresford.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/Horseandgroomalresford |
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Saturday 10 October 2026
Venue: White Hart Hotel map
Live music
Address: Newbury Street, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7DN Telephone: 01256 892900 Event: The Corsairs - 9pm - The Corsairs on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/844275356959615. Rockabilly, Psychobilly and Punk - covers and some originals. The Corsairs are a popular Punkabilly band. They play at scooter, bike rallies and many other festivals, making them one of the UK's hardest working Punkabilly bands. Their refreshing characteristic sound and energy that jumps up at you whether you want it to or not, which leaves you wanting more. They are a full-bodied, loud, fast-sounding band with a line up of songs from Motorhead to The Wurzels to Fairground Attraction. Venue's website: whiteharthotelwhitchurch.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/whitehartwhitchurch |
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Saturday 10 October 2026
Venue: The Lights map
Comedy
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Mark Simmons: Jest to Impress - 8pm - WINNER Dave’s Funniest Joke of the Fringe 2024 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. Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover
Tickets/more info: thelights.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173670180
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SUNDAY 11 OCTOBER 2026
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Sunday 11 October 2026
Venue: Helch Market map
Comedy
Address: 19 Upper Brook St, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AL Event: Helch Comedy Club - 7.30pm - See poster for full details. Venue's website: helch.uk
Tickets/more info: helch.uk/winchester/whats-on
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Sunday 11 October 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Comedy
• Family
• For Children
• Puppetry
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Max Fulham: Monkey Business - 2.30pm - Join Max, his sidekick Gordon the Monkey, and a gaggle of puppet friends as they get down to the seriously silly business of making big laughs for the whole family. Expect sketches, slapstick and briefcase full of nonsense. With years of family comedy experience under his belt, come along as Max brings his family-friendly show to Winchester! Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
Tickets/more info: www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/max-fulham-monkey-business
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Sunday 11 October 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Comedy
• Puppetry
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Max Fulham: Memory Foam - 7.30pm - After last year's sold out Edinburgh debut, Max is back and sorting through some boxes, but what will he find? Most likely a mixture of puppet characters, sketches and stand-up for you to rummage through. There’ll be family history, charity shopping, financial advice and more! Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
Tickets/more info: www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/max-fulham-memory-foam
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Sunday 11 October 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Live music
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Alex Roberts + Joe Burke + Painted Sails - Doors 7.30pm - A highly acclaimed songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and bard of Greek and Welsh ancestry, Alex Roberts hails from the south coast of Britain. Touring and releasing music regularly for over two decades, he has collaborated with some of the finest traditional musicians of the British Isles and abroad. Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility. Venue's website: railwayinn.pub Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
Tickets/more info: railwayinn.pub/shows/alex-roberts-2026-10-11
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MONDAY 12 OCTOBER 2026
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Monday 12 October 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
Tickets/more info: railwayinn.pub/shows/roots-night/2026-10-12
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TUESDAY 13 OCTOBER 2026
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Tuesday 13 October 2026
Venue: Winchester Cathedral map
Live music
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. Venue's website: winchester-cathedral.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/winchestercathedral
Tickets/more info: www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/event/lunchtime-concerts
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Tuesday 13 October 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Film
• Theatre
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope - 7pm - Award-winner Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) plays the title role in this razor-sharp reimagining of Molière’s classic dark comedy. Telling the truth isn’t always that simple. Alice, a brilliant novelist, despises the carefully constructed lies of modern society. But the more she challenges those around her, the fiercer the backlash becomes. Soon, she must confront the price of speaking her truth in a world that would rather silence her. Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Indhu Rubasingham directs Martin Crimp’s (Cyrano de Bergerac) highly anticipated play. Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
Tickets/more info: www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/national-theatre-live-misanthrope
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WEDNESDAY 14 OCTOBER 2026
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Wednesday 14 October 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Dance
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: TWAWSI: The World As We See It… - 7.30pm - DOUBLE BILL Human life is fleeting, the world is still unfolding… Redefining dance from the African Diaspora, ACE dance and music's new double bill presents two powerful contrasting visions of our world today. ECHOES OF DUST: Choreographed by Serge Aimé Coulibaly, with creative contributions Sigué Sayouba. LETLALO: Choreographed by Vincent Mantsoe Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
Tickets/more info: www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/twawsi-world-we-see-it
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Wednesday 14 October 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Live music
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Electric Eel Shock + Interesting Wallpaper + The Limes - 8pm doors - These Japanese rock'n'roll monsters' phenomenal energetic shows have gained them an extraordinarily loyal fan base across the world! Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility. Venue's website: railwayinn.pub Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
Facebook Event: www.facebook.com/events/1444133833708591
Tickets/more info: railwayinn.pub/shows/electric-eel-shock-2026-10-14
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Wednesday 14 October 2026
Venue: The Lights map
Special interest
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Alex McAleer: Mind Reader - 8pm - Alex McAleer isn’t psychic or supernatural, but he has an uncanny ability to apparently tap into his audience’s minds and read their thoughts at will. After more than a decade wowing audiences across the UK and North America, including touring the USA with Champions of Magic, sold-out solo shows, West End appearances, and TV spots on Blue Peter and Good Morning Britain, he has built a reputation as one of the most entertaining and charismatic mentalists working today. Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover
Tickets/more info: thelights.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173676421
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THURSDAY 15 OCTOBER 2026
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Thursday 15 October 2026
Venue: Helch Market map
Live music
Address: 19 Upper Brook St, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AL Event: Helch Jazz Club - 8.30pm-11pm - Every Thursday. Free tickets (ticket only event). Live jazz band. 8.30pm - 11pm. Book tickets at helch.uk. Venue's website: helch.uk
Tickets/more info: helch.uk/winchester/whats-on
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Thursday 15 October 2026
Venue: Guildhall Winchester map
Books
• Talk
Address: Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9GH Telephone: 01962 840820 Event: Between the Covers LIVE – Celebrating Agatha Christie - 7.30pm - Between The Covers Live! is on the road to celebrate Agatha Christie, the bestselling novelist of all time, with a line-up guaranteed to deliver a thrilling dive into the world of crime thrillers. The undisputed “Queen of Crime” has sold more than 2 billion books in over 100 languages. This year marks the 50th anniversary of her death, so there’s no better time to celebrate her enduring popularity. If you’re partial to Poirot or marvel at Marple or even if you’ve never escaped into Christie’s world, our on-stage ensemble will enlighten you as to why Christie’s books really deserve to be evergreen. Venue's website: guildhallwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/guildhallwinchester
Tickets/more info: guildhallwinchester.co.uk/events/between-the-covers-live-celebrating-agatha-christie
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Thursday 15 October 2026
Venue: The Nutshell map
Live music
Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF Telephone: 01962 808533 Event: THE NUTSHELL JAZZ CLUB: ROSIE FRATER-TAYLOR - 8pm - Following a buzzing year playing high profile UK shows and gracing the stage with luminaries and Jazz-Fusion guitar legends John Scofield and Lee Ritenour plus tour support for Snarky Puppy’s Michael League and Bill Laurance, Vibrant crossover guitarist virtuoso/singer-songwriter Rosie Frater-Taylor appears at The Nutshell. Venue's website: discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester
Tickets/more info: discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell/whatson/rosie-frater-taylor
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Thursday 15 October 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Comedy
• Theatre
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Sh!t-faced Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet - 7.30pm - The smash-hit, internationally acclaimed, award-winning, multi-sell-out phenomenon is back. The cast will present an unconventional, no-holds-barred interpretation of Romeo and Juliet, with a tipsily tragic take on William Shakespeare's most iconic roll call of characters: from a rat-arsed Romeo to a juiced-up Juliet, a trollied Tybalt or a mashed-up Mercutios, along with enough booze to sterilise a brewery floor. This will be a tragedy like no other — the cup overfloweth. Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
Tickets/more info: www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/sht-faced-shakespearer-romeo-and-juliet
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Thursday 15 October 2026
Venue: The Lights map
Comedy
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Neil Delamere: Reinventing the Neil - 8pm - Our comedic adventurer returns with a brand new standup show, packed to the brim of tall tales and hilarious stories. Join the star of the Blame Game, Live at the Apollo, QI and Celebrity Chase as he ponders the eternal question, if it ain't broke should he fix it? Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover
Tickets/more info: thelights.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173673474
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FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER 2026
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Friday 16 October 2026
Venue: The Arc map
Comedy
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: 01962 398046 Event: BARNSTORMERS COMEDY OCT 2026, MATT GREEN, LOUISE LEIGH & KEVIN PRECIOUS - 8pm - 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 Venue's website: arcwinchester.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/arcwinch
Tickets/more info: www.arcwinchester.org.uk/event/barnstormers-comedy-oct-2026-matt-green-louise-leigh-noel-james-kevin-precious
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Friday 16 October 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Theatre
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Of Mice and Men - 1pm & 7.30pm - Set against the harsh backdrop of the Great Depression, Of Mice and Men is the story of George and Lennie, two friends with a simple dream: to own a farm and live off the fat of the land. There are times, though, when sharpwitted George feels the burden of looking after Lennie, while gentle giant Lennie doesn’t realise his own strength… As they drift from job to job, trouble’s never far away, and before long it’s time to move on again. When the pair get work in Soledad, California, however, the dream looks set to become a reality. But a tragic turn of events threatens to destroy George and Lennie’s friendship and leaves George faced with an impossible choice… Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
Tickets/more info: www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/mice-and-men
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Friday 16 October 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Live music
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: The Valknut Tour + Revenant + We Three Kings + The Soul Revival - 7.30pm - This October three of the UK’s ascending, incendiary and much talked about NWOCR bands The Soul Revival, Revenant and We Three Kings take to the road shoulder to shoulder for a special trio of shows in The Valknut Tour. Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility. Venue's website: railwayinn.pub Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
Tickets/more info: railwayinn.pub/shows/the-valknut-tour-2026-10-16
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Friday 16 October 2026
Venue: The Pump House map
Live music
• Charity
Address: Garnier Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 90G Event: Nick Ferretti Live at the Pumphouse - Doors 7pm - £20. Nick Ferretti returns to performs live at The Pump House, Winchester for an memorable evening of great music and good vibes! Proud Kiwi and Hampshire local Nick Ferretti rose to European fame after winning Germany's Got Talent in 2020. Renowned for his soulful voice and captivating stage presence, Nick has won audiences across Europe with his heartfelt performances and exceptional musicianship. The bar will be open from 7:00 pm, serving a selection of drinks, before Nick takes to the stage at 8:00 pm. Enjoy an evening featuring a fantastic mix of classic favourites and original songs. All profits from the event will go directly to Trinity Winchester, a local charity supporting people experiencing homelessness and survivors of domestic abuse. Venue notes: The Pump House is a Victorian pump room converted into a members-only work space about 20 minutes walk from Winchester town centre. Venue's website: thepumphousewinchester.co.uk
Tickets/more info: nickferrettitrinity.eventbrite.co.uk
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Friday 16 October 2026
Venue: The Lights map
Live music
• Tribute
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Bye Bye Baby - 7.30pm - Bye Bye Baby are a jaw-dropping tribute to the musical phenomenon ‘Jersey Boys’ and the timeless, iconic music of ‘Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons’. Incredible four part harmonies, roof raising falsetto complete with energetic and stylish choreography ensures that Bye Bye Baby is a show that will make it a night remember! Includes 31 of Valli’s greatest hits including Sherry, December ’63 (Oh What A Night), Grease, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Beggin’, Working My Way Back To You. Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover
Tickets/more info: thelights.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173673710
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TODAY, Saturday 10 October 2026
The Music of Luther Vandross – The Candlelight Concert
Venue: Guildhall Winchester
7.30pm
a heartfelt evening honouring the timeless music of Luther Vandross, as a gifted vocalist and an incredible live band bring his greatest hits to life in a stunning candlelit setting. This tribute concert celebrates the velvet voice of one of R&B’s most beloved legends — known for his rich tones, emotional depth, and unforgettable love songs. From the upbeat joy of “Never Too Much” to the soul-stirring beauty of “Dance with My Father”, every moment will be filled with nostalgia, passion, and musical excellence.