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30/10/2026

✨🎭 November and December 2026 at Theatre Royal Wi******er 🎭✨

Cosy up with some sparkling new shows coming up at Theatre Royal Wi******er, from tremendous theatre to live screenings and everyone’s favourite panto!

Highlights include:

NOVEMBER

🎭Juliet & Romeo (10 November 2026) – blends theatre and dance to tell the real story of what happened to the couple when they didn't actually die but grew up into middle age together.

😂An Evening of Eric & Ern (11 to 12 November 2026) – stars Olivier nominated Ian Ashpitel and Jonty Stephens as the nation's favourite double act, Morecambe and Wise - with renditions of famous comedy sketches and songs.

🎸The Chicago Blues Brothers (13 November 2026) – an award-winning live concert celebrating 45 years of an incredible legacy, with iconic hits from the films, blues and country music.

🎬The Royal Opera cinema screening of Carmen (14 November 2026) – the popular opera about fiercely independent Carmen who attracts the attention of Don José.

🎙️A Christmas Carol: A radio play live on stage (15 November 2026) – tells the classic story by way of a radio studio setting with the actors ready to broadcast and sound effects created live, starring Colin Baker.

🎥The National Theatre Live screening of Golden Boy (17 November 2026) – tells the American classic story of a gifted young violinist lured into the world of pro boxing.

DECEMBER

🎄Panto: Sleeping Beauty (4 December 2026 to 3 January 2027) – Theatre Royal’s much-loved traditional family pantomime, packed with original songs, audience participation and plenty of mayhem!

🩰Christmas Greetings LIVE! (14 December 2026) – a sparkling evening of festive joy, with live ballet and stunning string renditions of Christmas classics and film favourites.

🐭The Royal Ballet cinema screening of The Nutcracker (15 December 2026) – features a cosy Christmas gathering, adventure, and a battle to defeat the Mouse King, plus Tchaikovsky’s most familiar melodies.

🎅Santa's Best Ever Christmas (21 December 2026) – a magical, musical, interactive adventure for ages 2 - 8, with Christmas and children's songs, the voice of children's TV's Chris Jarvis, plus a post-show meet and greet with Santa when every child gets a special present!

🎟️ For more information and to book tickets, visit theatreroyalwi******er.co.uk

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29/10/2026

🎄✨Save the date for the Wi******er Christmas Lights Switch On ✨🎄

📅 Thursday 19 November 2026 | 4.20pm–7.30pm | The Broadway

Christmas in Wi******er will officially get underway on Thursday 19 November in The Broadway with the annual Wi******er Christmas Lights Switch On, organised by Wi******er BID.

Hosted by Heart Radio’s Jonny Meah, the evening will bring together local schools, choirs, performers and community groups for a packed programme of live entertainment before the big countdown just before 6.30pm.

The honour of pressing the giant red button will go to some of Wi******er’s very own Local Heroes, nominated by the public in recognition of the difference they make to the city and its community.

Away from the main stage, there will be even more festive fun in Middle Brook Street. The Giant Inflatable Snow Globe returns outside The Brooks Shopping Centre from 3pm–8pm, providing the perfect opportunity for a snowy Christmas selfie.

Wi******er Round Table’s Santa Sleigh will also be parked nearby from 3pm, giving families the chance to pay Father Christmas an early visit.

28/10/2026

✨ All aboard for a magical Christmas adventure! ✨

Steam Illuminations returns to The Watercress Line, and this year it's bigger, brighter and more spectacular than ever.

Step into glowing carriages and be immersed in a dazzling journey of synchronised lights, sounds, and festive entertainment. With enhanced displays and even more onboard fun, this is a Christmas experience the whole family will remember.

🚂 Steam Illuminations at The Watercress Line, Alresford
📅 27 November 2026 – 2 January 2027
🎟️ https://watercressline.co.uk/special-days/steam-illuminations/

27/10/2026

🎄✨We know that it’s still only October, but it’s not too early to get a few Christmas plans wrapped up 🎀 especially when some of the finest festive events in and around Wi******er are already selling out!

We don’t want you to miss out on any of the yuletide fun, so we’ve put together our pick of the 2026 Christmas events in Wi******er to book ahead.

From the Santa's Grotto that always sells out to much-loved family-friendly light trails and popular panto slots, secure your festive favourites here: https://www.visitwi******er.co.uk/blog/book-christmas-in-wi******er ❤️🎄❄️

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26/10/2026

🗓️ What’s on in Wi******er this week: 26 October to 1 November 2026.

A selection of events happening in and around Wi******er this week 👇 head to our what’s on pages or sign up to our e-newsletter at www.visitwi******er.co.uk for full info and to discover more Wi******er events.

🧙‍♀️Halloween Witches of Watercress Woods at The Watercress Line
Thursday 29 October to Saturday 31 October 2026

🚂 Halloween Horror Train (18+) at The Watercress Line
Thursday 29 October to Saturday 31 October 2026

🦒Wild Autumn at Marwell Wildlife
Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November 2026

👻 Spooky Winch Letter Hunt Wi******er BID
Saturday 17 October to Sunday 1 November 2026

🎃 Pumpkin Displays at Hinton Ampner - National Trust
Saturday 17 October to Sunday 1 November 2026

🕷️ Halloween fun at Royal Armouries Fort Nelson
Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November 2026

🧪Monster Lab: Halloween Glow Party at Wi******er Science Centre
Tuesday 27 October 2026
🎬 Starlight Cinema: Hocus Pocus at Wi******er Science Centre
Thursday 29 October 2026
💤The Big Family Sleepover at Wi******er Science Centre
Friday 30 to Saturday 31 October 2026
🪩Halloween Silent Disco at Wi******er Science Centre
Saturday 31 October 2026

🎩 Alice in Wonderland at Theatre Royal Wi******er
Thursday 29 October 2026

🔬The Spooky Science Show! At The Arc, Wi******er
Thursday 29 October 2026

🛍️ Wi******er Street Markets
Wi******er City Street Market: Thursday 29 October 2026
Wi******er City Street Market: Friday 30 October 2026
Wi******er City Street Market: Saturday 31 October 2026
Antiques, Vintage, Retro & Collectables Market: Sunday 1 November 2026

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25/10/2026

🎃👻 Experience all the thrills of the UK’s number 1 rated theme park this October half term with the Halloween Spooktacular at Paultons Park, on now until 2 November 2026🦇🕸️

From Halloween shows to thrilling rides and late-night openings, there’s plenty of fang-tastic fun for little monsters and grown-ups alike.
The park is all dressed up for Halloween, including Peppa and George in their spooktacular costumes in Peppa Pig World, and Vikings showing off their circus skills in Valguard: Realm of the Vikings.

🎢 Paultons Park, which is home to more than 70 exciting rides and attractions including Peppa Pig World, is located 17 miles southwest of Wi******er.

https://www.visitwi******er.co.uk/business-directory/paultons-park

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24/10/2026

⚡️Visiting Wi******er this October half term?⚡️

No need to fear the journey, 👻travelling to Wi******er with your electric vehicle is frightfully easy. InstaVolt’s Superhub has 44 ultra-rapid fully accessible EV chargers, ensuring that visitors can recharge quickly and easily.

📍 InstaVolt Wi******er Superhub, SO21 3ET (located just off the A34 near the M3)

https://www.visitwi******er.co.uk/business-directory/instavolt-wi******er-superhub

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23/10/2026

🎆Remember, remember, these dates in November🎆

From torchlit processions to glowing bonfires and dazzling fireworks displays, we’ve rounded up the local firework displays and Bonfire Night events lighting up Wi******er’s skies this November.

Glow get 'em: https://www.visitwi******er.co.uk/blog/celebrate-bonfire-night-in-wi******er-with-a-bang

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22/10/2026

Have some free Halloween fun at Royal Armouries Fort Nelson as the Victorian fortress takes on a spooky vibe for October half term.

There will be a free 'Creepy Codebreaker' museum trail, plus lots of have-a-go Halloween activities every day, from games, crafts and costumes to den-building, potion-making and a Pumpkin Patch Party with monster tunes.

Half an hour from Wi******er city centre, on the southern edge of the district, Fort Nelson is restored Victorian fortress with 19 acres of tunnels and ramparts to explore.

👻 Halloween Fun at the Fort
📅 24 October – 1 November 2026
📍 Royal Armouries Fort Nelson, Portsdown Hill, PO17 6AN
🎟️ Fort Nelson is free to enter but you need to book your entry time in advance

https://www.visitwi******er.co.uk/events/halloween-fun-at-the-fort

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21/10/2026

October half term incoming! From spooky events to autumnal trails, there’s so much to enjoy throughout the holidays in and around Wi******er – plan your family fun with our complete guide to October half term in Wi******er: https://www.visitwi******er.co.uk/october-half-term

👩‍🔬 October half term at Wi******er Science Centre
📅 Thursday 22 October to Monday 2 November 2026

👻 Spooky Winch Letter Hunt Wi******er BID
📅 Saturday 17 October to Sunday 1 November 2026

🦒 Wild Autumn at Marwell Wildlife
📅 Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November 2026

🧙‍♀️ Halloween Witches of Watercress Woods at The Watercress Line
📅 Thursday 29 October to Saturday 31 October 2026

🕷️ Halloween fun at Royal Armouries Fort Nelson
📅 Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November 2026

🎭 Children's theatre at Theatre Royal Wi******er
📅 Various dates
Family-friendly shows, including Nick Sharratt’s Once Upon A Drawalong (24 October), Alice in Wonderland (29 October), and Dear Zoo (31 October – 1 November)

October half term at Wi******er's Military Museums
🎃 Pumpkin Trail at the Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum
📅 Saturday 24 October to Saturday 31 October 2026
🎃 Addy the Lion's Pumpkin Hunt at The Adjutant General's Corps Museum
📅 Saturday 24 October to Saturday 31 October 2026
👻 Trick-or-Treat at The Adjutant General's Corps Museum
📅 Saturday 31 October 2026
🧱 LEGO Logistics at The Royal Logistic Corps Museum
📅 Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31, 2026

👻 Halloween Spooktacular at Paultons Park
📅 Friday 9 October to Monday 2 November 2026

🎃 Droxford Pumpkin Patch
📅 Friday 23 October to Saturday 31 October 2026

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Visitor Information Centre, Wi******er Guildhall, High Street
Wi******er
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Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
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http://www.visitwinchester.co.uk/

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