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SATURDAY 23 MAY 2026
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Saturday 23 May 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map 
Musical Theatre
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Winchester Musicals and Opera Society: Sister Act - 2.30pm & 7.30pm - WMOS are back with a spectacular show nun should miss! Nothing is the same for aspiring disco-queen Deloris after she witnesses her mobster boyfriend commit a terrible crime. Forced to go into hiding, she is sent to the last place anyone would think to look for her - the convent of the Queen of Angels Church. Living undercover as a modest, frugal nun is a drag, but when Deloris is tasked with improving the struggling choir, she discovers a 'habit' she might actually be destined for... Based on the iconic 1992 film, and featuring original disco inspired music by Oscar winner Alan Menken (Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), this uplifting and riotously fun show is not to be missed. Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester 
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Saturday 23 May 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Live DJs
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Utah Saints + Epoch DJs + DJ Dazzer Dazman - Doors 8pm - Utah Saints have been making music, DJ'ing and playing gigs around the globe since the birth of House Music. The world renowned duo have released 9 Top 40 UK hits, 4 of which hit the Top 10, and sold over 2 million records worldwide (equivalent to 800m+ streams) Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility. Venue's website: railwayinn.pub Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
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Saturday 23 May 2026
Venue: White Hart Hotel map
Live music
Address: Newbury Street, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7DN Telephone: 01256 892900 Event: Sleepwalker - 9pm - Sleepwalker on Facebook: www.facebook.com/people/Sleepwalker-Musician/61560893038443. Rock band. Venue's website: whiteharthotelwhitchurch.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/whitehartwhitchurch |
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Saturday 23 May 2026
Venue: The Lights map
Live music
• Tribute
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: The Carpenters- Voice of The Heart - 7.30pm - It is now just over 30 years since the legendary Karen Carpenter passed away, she left behind an amazing catalogue of hit songs and golden memories and is still played daily on radio stations throughout the UK. This stunning show celebrates the music of The Carpenters, Yesterday Once More, Goodbye to Love, Close to You, Only Yesterday all the hits that every Carpenters fan adores plus many, many more. With superb vocals from Carole Gordon and outstanding talent from the brilliant Blue Jeans Band & Singers it will be a night to remember. Venue's website: thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover
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SUNDAY 24 MAY 2026
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Sunday 24 May 2026
Venue: The Greyhound map
Live music
Address: 2 High Street, Broughton, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 8AA Telephone: 01794 501387 Event: Lunacube - 8pm - Lunacube on Facebook: www.facebook.com/lunacubeband. Pop and rock covers band. Lunacube are covers band consisting of experienced musicians who love nothing more than getting a crowd singing and dancing. A trip down Rock & Pop Lane is what they are all about, with lashings of solid grooves and diva sparkles! Venue's website: greyhoundbroughton.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TheGreyhoundBroughton 
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Sunday 24 May 2026
Venue: Kings Arms map
Live music
• Tribute
Address: Church Street, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7AB Telephone: 01256 896333 Event: The Britpop Boys - 8pm - This coming bank holiday Sunday, the one and only BritPop Boys make their annual appearance at the Kings Arms. Banger after banger. An evening of great music from one of Hampshires top cover bands. Venue's website: thekingsarmswhitchurch.com Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thekingsarmswhitchurch |
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Sunday 24 May 2026
Venue: The Lights map
Comedy
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Andover Comedy Club - Horatio Gould - 8pm - Andover Comedy Club returns this May with another huge night of live stand-up, headlined by Horatio Gould. Horatio is one of the most exciting rising names on the UK comedy circuit. Known for his sharp writing, brilliantly offbeat observations, and hugely engaging stage presence, he has quickly built a reputation as a must-see live act. His viral online sketches have earned millions of views, and he is also co-host of the hit podcast Fin vs History, where his quick wit and chaotic energy have built a dedicated following. Venue's website: thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover
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MONDAY 25 MAY 2026 - Spring Bank Holiday
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Monday 25 May 2026
- Spring Bank Holiday
Venue: Winchester Cathedral map
Live music
Address: Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS Telephone: 01962 857275 (box office) Event: Organ Festival 2026 - Claudia Grinnell, Director of Music at St Edmundsbury Cathedral - 4.30pm - Claudia began learning the organ at St Peter’s Collegiate Church in Wolverhampton, and was Organ Scholar there during her final years at school. She then studied at the University of Cambridge, receiving a first-class degree in Music. Whilst at university, she was Organ Scholar at Peterhouse, which was at the time a college where the organ scholars took full responsibility for the running of the Chapel Choir. Her final two years there saw the choir embark on tours to Reykjavík and Dublin. Venue's website: winchester-cathedral.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/winchestercathedral
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Monday 25 May 2026
- Spring Bank Holiday
Venue: The Railway map
Live music
• Open mic
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Roots Open Mic Night - 7.30pm - Winchester's longest running open mic night. Free entry every Monday. Signups from 7.30pm, music from 8.00pm. Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility. Venue's website: railwayinn.pub Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
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TUESDAY 26 MAY 2026
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Tuesday 26 May 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
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Tuesday 26 May 2026
Venue: The Lights map
For Children
• Spoken word
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Fred the Cat Storytelling Club 2026 - 10am - Fred the Cat's Magical Monthly Story Club is an exciting club for the under-fives at The Lights Theatre in Andover with lots of new stories coming up. Once a month Amanda from Merry-go-Round Storytelling will bring to life a favourite story or classic tale with music, movement, early years drama, and lots of imaginative fun. These interactive storytelling sessions are perfect for inquisitive minds and anyone who just loves stories. Sessions will include sensory props and a chance for all children to pretend to be the characters from their favourite stories. Venue's website: thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover
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WEDNESDAY 27 MAY 2026
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Wednesday 27 May 2026
Venue: The Nutshell map
Family
• For Children
• Puppetry
• Theatre
Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF Telephone: 01962 808533 Event: STORIES IN THE DUST - 11.30am & 2.30pm - Stories in the Dust Anna Harriott and Iona Fleur Sheppard The sun beats down on two travellers, journeying across a mysterious land in a contraption they've built themselves. They sing, play games, and tell stories inspired by a collection of precious things they've gathered from a time gone by. With live music and puppetry, Stories in the Dust is a funny, heartfelt and hopeful eco-fable that takes you to another world. A world where an ancient book guides your way, a drop of rain changes everything and a mighty lion holds its secrets in an old clay pot. Will our intrepid explorers make it? They're full of ideas and full of hope but dangerously low on baked beans. Venue's website: discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester
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Wednesday 27 May 2026
Venue: Winchester Rugby Club map
Live music
• Music jam
Address: North Walls Park, Hillier Way, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7SU Telephone: 01962 867021 Event: Winchester Uke Jam - 7.30pm - The Winchester Uke Jam meets on the 4th Wednesday of every month at The Winchester Rugby Club and all are welcome, regardless of ability. You don't have to be a uke player to join in. They welcome any stringed instrument or if you fancy playing a bit of percussion, having a sing or just want to listen then go along. Check their website for details: www.moonroller.com/winchesterukejam.htm. Venue notes: Social club - Many clubs welcome guests if you're not a member. Please check access requirements. You may need to be signed-in if you're not a member and there may also be a door charge. Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/winchesterRugbyFootballClub
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Wednesday 27 May 2026
Venue: March Hare map
Live music
• Open mic
Address: 63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN Telephone: 01962 582149 Event: Acoustic Open Mic Night hosted by Jon Walsh - 8pm - Hosted by the talented Jon Walsh, it’s your chance to grab the mic, showcase your skills, or just sit back and enjoy a night of great live music and atmosphere. 🎵✨ Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just fancy giving it a go, everyone’s welcome! Venue's website: marchharewinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/themarchhareharestock
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THURSDAY 28 MAY 2026
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Thursday 28 May 2026
Venue: The Arc map
Comedy
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: 01962 398046 Event: ELLA AL SHAMAHI: BECOMING HUMAN - 7.30pm - Host of BBC landmark show ‘Human’, Ella Al-Shamahi, palaeoanthropologist, TV presenter, explorer and stand-up presents a talk on our remarkable origin story. Once upon a time we shared this planet with many species of human – it has been said that our world was a bit like Lord of the Rings. To start with we Homo sapiens weren’t that remarkable, our origins were in fact rather humble and yet somehow today we are the only ones left. But we didn’t just survive against all odds, we thrived, innovated and travelled like no other species of human - becoming the explorer species who built cities, iPhones and painted the Sistine Chapel. Our success was profound, but how on Earth did it happen and at what cost? Venue's website: arcwinchester.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/arcwinch
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Thursday 28 May 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Comedy
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Having The Track Comedy - 8pm doors - Having The Track is back with another stellar line up for May - grab yourself an advance ticket and prepare to be entertained! Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility. Venue's website: railwayinn.pub Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
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Thursday 28 May 2026
Venue: The Drovers map
Live music
• Open mic
Address: 62 Downs Road, South Wonston, Hampshire, SO21 3EW Telephone: 01962 880227 Event: Acoustic Thursday - Open Mic Night - 8pm - See poster for details. Venue notes: Social club - Many clubs welcome guests if you're not a member. Please check access requirements. You may need to be signed-in if you're not a member and there may also be a door charge. Venue's website: the-drovers.jimdosite.com Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TheDroversSWSC
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Thursday 28 May 2026
Venue: The Northbrook Arms map
Comedy
Address: Stratton Lane, East Stratton, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3DU Telephone: 01962 774499 Event: Comedy night - 8.30pm - Tickets on sale. Book your table! Venue's website: northbrookarms.com Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thenorthbrookarms
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Thursday 28 May 2026
Venue: The Lights map
Comedy
Address: West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone: Box office: 01264 368368 Event: Ian Stone is 'Looking for the Wow' - 8pm - Life can’t just be the humdrum, the mundane and the routine before the inevitable slide to disease, decay and death. Why can’t we sneak in a bit of awesome, a tad of amazing and maybe a smidge of wonderful? A forest canopy opening onto a huge vista would be enchanting for some, but my ancestors wandered in the desert for forty years, I think we’ve been outdoors enough. Others get their fix from the spiritual, but I’ve been harbouring a grudge against God since my mother stopped me going to Arsenal after my Barmitzvah. Forty-nine years ago. ’God will be watching’ she said. Well, at least he got to see the game. The point is, life could be so much better so I’m on the lookout. Come and join me on the hunt. Venue's website: thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thelightsandover
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FRIDAY 29 MAY 2026
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Friday 29 May 2026
Venue: Guildhall Winchester map
Special interest
• Talk
Address: Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9GH Telephone: 01962 840820 Event: True Crime and Wine - 6pm-8pm - An evening with two amateur sleuths who delve into some of the world’s most mysterious and mind-bending tales. True Crime & Wine is an intimate live storytelling experience where we dissect real-life criminal cases – moving from slow-burn suspense to jaw-dropping reveals. This is true crime… uncorked. What to Expect: Immerse yourself in three captivating international true-crime cases, complete with twists, turns, and a visual presentation to guide you through every moment. Enjoy a splattering of interactive games along the way to test your detective skills and keep you guessing. A curated selection of wines will be available to purchase at the bar to compliment your evening. Whether you’re a true-crime fanatic, a wine lover, or simply looking for something deliciously different. True Crime & Wine is the perfect way to spend an unforgettable night with friends, partners, or fellow sleuths. Venue's website: guildhallwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/guildhallwinchester
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Friday 29 May 2026
Venue: The Arc map
Live music
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: 01962 398046 Event: LAURENCE JONES - 7.30pm - Laurence Jones is an award winning and critically acclaimed blues rock artist form Liverpool. He has been accruing awards and plaudits throughout his whole career. From being voted in the ‘Top 10 best guitarists in the world’ by music radar to being invited onstage to jam with blues legends such as Buddy Guy, Van Morrison, Johnny Winter & Walter Trout. Laurence was Introduced into the British Blues Hall of Fame at an early age, and itt’s easy to see why Laurence Jones has become a household name in the blues! Venue's website: arcwinchester.org.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/arcwinch
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Friday 29 May 2026
Venue: The Nutshell map
Family
• For Children
• Puppetry
Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF Telephone: 01962 808533 Event: DU IZ TAK? - 11am & 2pm - Told through the language of insects, Du Iz Tak? is a story about the cycle of life and all its impermanence. Come and peer into a miniature world of little puppets to see a delightful group of friends exploring their ever-changing home. Adapted from the award-winning and beautiful book by Carson Ellis. Du Iz Tak? is an enchanting, unusual and magical theatre show for young families. Tiny Pickles are a Brighton-based theatre company, specialising in puppetry and making art you want to eat. Annie Brooks and Katherine Morton are people who are puppet makers, puppeteers and theatre makers. Venue's website: discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester
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Friday 29 May 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal map
Live music
Address: Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone: Box office: 01962 840440 Event: Sing-Along-A Musicals Live - 7.30pm - Yes!! The UK's most exciting sell-out Musical Theatre sing-along show, Sing-Along-A Musicals Live! will lift the roof once again! The show where you get to belt out all the big West End and Broadway bangers and tear-jerkers from Les Mis to Wicked! Join West End pro singers, dynamic dancers, and fabulous backing singers, with giant karaoke-style lyrics so you never miss a beat! You and your 'musicals mad' friends and family can sing your hearts out without a care in the world — and we promise you won't hear a single 'SHHHH!' Venue's website: theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Friday 29 May 2026
Venue: The Railway map
Live music
• Tribute
Address: 3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE Telephone: 01962 867795 Event: Ed Force One - Doors 8pm - Now considered the best Iron Maiden tribute act in the UK, Ed Force One have Maiden down to perfection. The Bristol-based band were formed in 2017 and have rocked Maiden fans with their explosive stage show all across the UK. Always looking to deliver the full Maiden experience, the boys strive to perform an authentic show full of Maiden classics and a few surprises! Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility. Venue's website: railwayinn.pub Venue's Facebook: facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
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Spotlight
Spring Bank Holiday
Organ Festival 2026 - Claudia Grinnell, Director of Music at St Edmundsbury Cathedral
Venue: Winchester Cathedral
4.30pm
Claudia began learning the organ at St Peter’s Collegiate Church in Wolverhampton, and was Organ Scholar there during her final years at school. She then studied at the University of Cambridge, receiving a first-class degree in Music. Whilst at university, she was Organ Scholar at Peterhouse, which was at the time a college where the organ scholars took full responsibility for the running of the Chapel Choir. Her final two years there saw the choir embark on tours to Reykjavík and Dublin.