Events in Winchester From 23rd March – 29th March 2026

You can find community gatherings, music nights, and live performances across Winchester this week, showing how local life continues from past to present. On Tuesday 24 March, a talk at The Forum explores themes from Winchester’s Anglo-Saxon roots using documents held in city archives. That evening, resident DJs play at a Hampshire Music Network event near High Street, known locally for accessible entry and an inclusive vibe. Family-friendly activity returns to Marwell Zoo on Saturday 27 March with an open day offering nature trails and interactive exhibits tied to regional ecology. On the same afternoon, the Winchester Farmers' Market reopens at St Nicholas’ Church Grounds; vendors sell seasonal produce from farms across the South Downs National Park, supported by park rangers who guide visitors during peak hours. Evenings bring quieter moments: on Thursday 25 March, a discussion led by local historians takes place in one of the meeting rooms within Winchester Cathedral’s administrative complex, reachable via direct train links to London Waterloo through CrossCountry services. Meanwhile, performances at The Theatre Royal continue their run with excerpts from the annual Winchester Passion Play, drawing audiences along River Itchen paths during twilight. These events are spread across district hubs including North Western Road and South Downs Way, offering varied access points while noting congestion on A31 and A272 in late afternoon peaks. Check out the listings below for times and venues.