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What's on in Basingstoke
JUL 16
JUL 19
Sun
Mental Health Walks
Looking for a relaxing walk with beautiful views, easy paths, and plenty of fresh air?
📍 The War Memorial Park
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JUL 19
Sun
Quiz Night every Sunday
Join us for a fun-filled Quiz Night at The Chineham Arms! It’s just £2 to play, starting at 7.30pm
📍 The Chineham Arms
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JUL 19
Sun
Sunday Night Race Night
Get ready for a fast‑paced night of fun at The Dragonfly’s Race Night, running every Sunday from 8pm
📍 The Dragonfly
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JUL 19 - SEP 6
Sun
Summer Band Concerts
Discover the 2026 Basingstoke Summer Bands concert schedule. Enjoy free live Sunday afternoon music from local brass and silver bands at Eastrop Park and War Memorial Park
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JUL 20
Mon
Proteus Youth Theatre Summer Term
Creating amazing experiences, promoting education and enriching lives of young people in Basingstoke and North Hampshire through the power of performing arts.
📍 Proteus Creation Space
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JUL 21
Tue
Pub Quiz every Tuesday
Join us every Tuesday from 7:45pm for our awesome pub quiz
📍 The Dragonfly
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JUL 22
Wed
Quiz Night every Wednesday
Quiz Night at The Rising Sun every Wednesday
📍 The Rising Sun
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JUL 22
Wed
The Holly Blue Quiz every Wednesday
It's normality, general knowledge, multiple guess, picture rounds, music rounds, and a whole lot of fun
📍 The Holly Blue
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JUL 22
Wed
Karaoke New Inn
Join the Karaoke Night at The New Inn in Basingstoke, happening every Wednesday!
📍 The New Inn
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JUL 24 - JUL 26
Valhalla Viking Festival
he fires of Valhalla are calling... and the saga begins 24–26 July 2026 at Dummer Down Farm, Basingstoke!
📍 Dummer Down Farm
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JUL 25
David Gray
David Gray will perform live at The Anvil in Basingstoke on Saturday, 25 July 2026 at 7:00pm
📍 The Anvil
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JUL 25
Limitless event
Designed for thrill-seekers, action sports lovers and anyone looking for a fun day out, this high-energy event will feature stunts, demonstrations and opportunities to have a go at activities.
📍 The War Memorial Park
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JUL 25 - AUG 2
LET’S GO TO THE SEASIDE
Our brand-new immersive Summer show for families: LET’S GO TO THE SEASIDE will be at the Creation Space
📍 Proteus Creation Space
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AUG 5
Phil Wang
Phil Wang returns to The Anvil in Basingstoke with his brand-new comedy show Uh Oh on Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 7:30pm.
📍 The Anvil
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AUG 13
Basingstoke Summer Running Festival
Basingstoke’s Summer Running Festival launches a fresh two‑part run series in support of Naomi House,
📍 The War Memorial Park
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AUG 22
Basingstoke Pride 2026
Basingstoke Pride returns on Saturday 22 August 2026 with a full day of colour music and community celebration in the heart of the town
📍 Festival Place
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SEP 1
SEP 16
Graham Parker
Graham Parker brings his fierce soulful edge to The Haymarket on 2026-09-16 in Basingstoke
📍 The Haymarket
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SEP 18
Man in the Mirror
Get ready for a Thriller of a night as the music of the King of Pop takes centre stage in the brand new, high-voltage tribute concert Man in the Mirror.
📍 The Anvil
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SEP 18
Lindisfarne
Lindisfarne bring their unmistakable 70s folk‑rock spirit to The Haymarket, Basingstoke
📍 The Haymarket
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SEP 19
Nish Kumar
A major night of sharp, political stand‑up lands in Basingstoke as Nish Kumar brings his 2026 tour Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy to The Anvil
📍 The Anvil
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SEP 20
From The Jam
Formed in 2004 by Russell Hastings, From The Jam have spent the last 22 years touring worldwide
📍 The Anvil
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SEP 25
Simon Evans
Simon Evans brings his trademark precision and dry wit to The Haymarket on 2026-09-25 in Basingstoke
📍 The Haymarket
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SEP 26
Troy Hawke
The moustachioed marvel of modern manners, Troy Hawke, is bringing his razor-sharp wit and bewildered charm to Basingstoke
📍 The Anvil
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SEP 27
Toast
Over their career, Bread scored 13 hits on Billboard’s Top 100. The two surviving members of Bread (David Gates and Robb Royer) are happily retired and enjoying their time with family and the fruits of their musical careers.
📍 The Anvil
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OCT 1
OCT 4
OCT 6
Justin Hayward
Justin Hayward appears at The Anvil on 2026-10-06 in Basingstoke
📍 The Anvil
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OCT 9
Steve Hackett
Legendary guitarist Steve Hackett returns to Basingstoke with a spellbinding evening of music that bridges decades of progressive rock brilliance.
📍 The Anvil
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OCT 10
K-Pop Dance Heroes
Experience the energy of K-Pop in Basingstoke! Join K-Pop Dance Heroes for high-energy dance classes, expert choreography, and a vibrant community. Book your spot today!
📍 The Anvil
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OCT 11
Boyzlife
Boyzlife – Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden bring the ultimate boyband nostalgia to The Anvil, Basingstoke, on Sunday 11 October 2026 at 7:30pm.
📍 The Anvil
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OCT 14
Lenny Henry
Lenny Henry has spent more than fifty years telling stories,on stage, on screen, and through a gallery of characters that have become part of British cultural history.
📍 The Anvil
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OCT 15
OCT 17
Leo Sayer
After almost 60 years of life on the road, much-loved musician Leo Sayer returns to the UK for what could well be his final full UK tour.
📍 The Anvil
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OCT 17
Michael Spicer
Michael Spicer will perform his satirical comedy show Hope All’s Well at The Haymarket, Basingstoke, on Saturday 17 October 2026
📍 The Haymarket
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OCT 21
Lucy Beaumont
After costing a gameshow contestant £79,000 on primetime TV and spectacularly flopping on Mastermind, Lucy Beaumont is returning to what she does best.
📍 The Anvil
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OCT 22
Nigel Havers
Nigel Havers brings his razor-sharp wit and showbiz tales to The Anvil, Basingstoke, on Thursday 22 October 2026.
📍 The Anvil
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OCT 23
Katherine Jenkins
Katherine Jenkins OBE marks an incredible 25 years in music with a special anniversary tour, stopping at The Anvil for one unforgettable night.
📍 The Anvil
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OCT 27
Michael Portillo
Join broadcaster, author, and former cabinet minister Michael Portillo for a captivating evening of insight, wit, and reflection
📍 The Anvil
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OCT 28
Taylormania
Award‑winning spectacular Taylormania brings the music, storytelling, and sheer magic of Taylor Swift to the stage in a celebration of one of the most influential artists of her generation
📍 The Anvil
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NOV 5
NOV 7
Classically David Bowie
With one of the most influential catalogues in music history, David Bowie’s fearless reinvention reshaped pop culture in the UK and across the world
📍 The Anvil
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NOV 8
Flat and The Curves
Award‑winning comedy girl band Flat & The Curves are back with their perfectly aged cabaret, Rosé Tinted.
📍 The Haymarket
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NOV 14
Alison Moyet
Alison Moyet returns to the stage in Basingstoke with a powerhouse tour celebrating the iconic Yazoo catalogue
📍 The Anvil
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NOV 21
Lager Festival
Our annual Lager Festival brings together a fantastic selection of refreshing brews, from crisp classics to exciting craft favourites
📍 Hatch Warren Community Centre
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NOV 25
Hugh Cornwell
Hugh Cornwell brings his unmistakable presence to The Haymarket on 2026-11-25 in Basingstoke
📍 The Haymarket
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NOV 26
NOV 27
Whitney
Whitney Houston, the legendary voice behind iconic hits, will be celebrated in this award-winning tribute production.
📍 The Anvil
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DEC 18
The Rocket Man
Get ready to experience the spectacle of a lifetime as The Rocket Man comes to The Anvil in Basingstoke.
📍 The Haymarket
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DEC 19
Cara Dillon
As Upon A Winter’s Night returns, Cara Dillon once again invites us to step away from the seasonal clamour and rediscover the quiet magic at its heart, a tradition that, for many, has become an essential part of Christmas.
📍 The Haymarket
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JAN 28 2027
Michael Starring Ben
Michael Starring Ben brings the music, movement and unmistakable presence of Michael Jackson to The Anvil on 28 January 2027,
📍 The Anvil
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JAN 30 2027
Sue Perkins
Sue Perkins brings her quick wit, sharp storytelling and wonderfully offbeat humour to The Anvil on 30 January 2027,
📍 The Anvil
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FEB 25 2027
Maisie Adam
Maisie Adam brings her Whatsherface tour to The Anvil, Basingstoke on 25 February 2027.
📍 The Anvil
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FEB 27 2027
Wet Wet Wet
Wet Wet Wet return to The Anvil in Basingstoke on 27 February 2027
📍 The Anvil
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MAR 12 2027
Jon Culshaw
Jon Culshaw brings his remarkable talent for voices, characters and razor‑sharp observation to The Anvil on 12 March 2027
📍 The Anvil
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MAR 16 2027
Björn Again
Björn Again return to The Anvil on 16 March 2027 with the kind of full‑throttle, feel‑good nostalgia that only the world’s leading ABBA tribute can deliver.
📍 The Anvil
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MAR 24 2027
An Audience with Aggers and Tuffers
Talking about English cricket is never dull, whether it’s a last‑gasp winner against Nepal, a ruthless dismantling of Sri Lanka, or falling agonisingly short against India.
📍 The Anvil
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APR 9 2027
Ed Gamble
Ed Gamble, the self‑appointed Crown Prince of Visualised Companion Podcasts, rolls into Basingstoke with his brand‑new stand‑up show Fresh Hell,
📍 The Anvil
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APR 16 2027
The Story of Guitar Heroes
The Story of Guitar Heroes is a high‑energy, multi‑decade celebration of the world’s most iconic guitarists, returning to The Anvil, Basingstoke
📍 The Anvil
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MAY 6 2027
Mike Wozniak
Mike Wozniak brings his new stand-up show The Bench to The Haymarket in Basingstoke on Friday 5 June 2026 at 7:30pm.
📍 The Haymarket
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MAY 8 2027
Nik Kershaw
Nik Kershaw invites audiences to an intimate night of music, memories and mischievous humour as he celebrates the release of his new book
📍 The Haymarket
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MAY 12 2027
MAY 21 2027
Dylan Moran
It’s showtime for BAFTA-winning comedian and Black Books misanthrope-in-chief, Dylan Moran.
📍 The Anvil
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JUL 3 2027
Roy Chubby Brown
A constantly asked question is: Why, after well over 50 years in entertainment, Roy Chubby Brown is still performing at his age?
📍 The Haymarket
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