Things to do in Southsea

Craig Charles Funk & Soul Club

Legendary actor, host and broadcaster Craig Charles is one of UK’s most beloved funk and soul DJs.

South Parade Pier, Southsea

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This Is The Kit

In today's fast-paced mid-apocalyptic world it can feel like a waste of time to speak about time at all.​Why dwell on the past when we could just live in the pr…

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As It Is

As It Is – completed by frontman Patty Walters, guitarist and singer Benjamin Langford-Biss, guitarist Ronnie Ish, drummer Patrick Foley and bassist Ali Testo –…

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Damian Lewis

Damian has played the classical guitar since he was 13-years-old. Quickly though, suspecting that he might be the “Second Elvis,” he graduated to the steel stri…

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Stornoway

Oxford favourites play the hometown finale of their ‘StorNoMore’ tour. Having recorded & toured together for over a decade, the quartet will bring their unique…

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Grace Petrie: This Is No Time To Panic!

Grace Petrie is a folk singer, songwriter and activist from Leicester, UK, she has been writing, recording and touring relentlessly ever since.

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Paddy Young: Will Sir Be Laughing Alone?

The award-winning stand-up and star of Saturday Night Live UK heads out on tour with a brand new show.You’re born alone, you die alone. That’s true enough.

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Mystery Jets

We're reclaiming the stage, and we're reclaiming it now. The Mystery Jets live with support from Ferris & Sylvester and DJ Rowena Alice Rebel songwriters The My…

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Mark Thomas: 40 in Stand Up Years

What?! Mark Thomas has been ‘standing up’ for 40 years? Impossible!! But how old does that make you…?

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LYR

LYR is author and current British poet laureate Simon Armitage, singer-songwriter Richard Walters, and multi-instrumentalist/producer Patrick Pearson.LYR’s stor…

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Big Special

Following a new single 'This Here Ain't Water' hitting the BBC 6 Music A-List poetic post-punk duo Big Special headline.

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Jon Boden & the Remnant Kings

Following the release of their new album ‘Parlour Ballads’ (Hudson Records) – released Sept ’24 – Jon Boden & The Remnant Kings return to the live arena with th…

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This Flight Tonight - The Songs Of Joni Mitchell

An intimate acoustic tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell. With a full and comprehensive performance of Joni's most beloved album 'Blue' in its entirety.

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Man/woman/chainsaw

Man/Woman/Chainsaw are Billy Ward (vocals, guitar), Emmie-Mae Avery (vocals,keys/synths), Vera Leppänen (vocals, bass), Clio Starwood (violin), Lola Cherry (dru…

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Simon Evans: Have We Met?

Completing the Trilogy begun with Genius 2.0 and The Work of the Devil, Have We Met?

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Josh Pugh

After two sell out tours, Josh Pugh is back performing stand up comedy to the best of his ability for an hour and a bit.

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Personal Trainer

Amsterdam-based collective Personal Trainer sound like your favorite indie-rock tracks mashed with big-hearted pop.

Moonshine, Southsea

Jacob Hawley: Space

Proudly Presented by Live Nation in association with UTA & Ebdon ManagementNew stand-up show from award-winning comedian Jacob Hawley.

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Young Knives

Post-punk duo from Leicestershire featuring the eccentrically-named bassist House of Lords who count Tom Vek, The Futureheads and Gang of Four among their fans.

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Ricky Warwick & The Fighting Hearts

Ricky Warwick & The Fighting Hearts is the electrifying rock band fronted by Ricky Warwick, best known as the lead singer and guitarist of Thin Lizzy and Black…

Moonshine, Southsea

Larry Dean: Hellbent

Recently married, emotionally feral.The Gallus Glaswegian Goon returns with a riotous show about refusing to grow up.As seen on SNL, Live at the Apollo, QI and…

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Absolute Bowie

There will only ever be one David Bowie, he was unique in every way and an inspiration to millions.

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The Total Stone Roses

The UK’s best Stone Roses Tribute return to the stage after a brief 16 month, covid-induced hiatus.

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Fell Out Boy + The Black Charade

Get set for the ultimate emo and pop punk night with The Black Charade (My Chemical Romance tribute) and Fell Out Boy (Fall Out Boy tribute), playing all the hi…

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Anthony Gomes

With a guitar slung over his shoulder and the amps turned up full tilt, Anthony Gomes electrifies blues and rock at a 21st century crossroads of his own.

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PO4 Live Presents: Craig Charles Funk & Soul House Party

Get ready for a groove-filled summer session as PO4 Live Presents: Craig Charles Funk & Soul House Party lands at the iconic The Gaiety South Parade Pier on Sat…

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US Legend Greg Abate @ The Loft in Southsea!

Another chance to catch this phenomenal musician as he tours the UK. See the real deal Alto Saxophonist Greg Abate joining the RhythmEarth Trio for a fantastic…

The Loft, Southsea

Victorious Festival

A three-day music festival boasting an eclectic line-up of artists who will perform just a stone's throw from the seaside.The most beautifully located festival…

Southsea Seafront, Southsea

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Scott Lavene

In support of his upcoming single, My Kinda Girl, Scott Lavene has announced an 11 date UK tour throughout September.

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Jesca Hoop

California-born but now based in Manchester, Jesca Hoop is what you’d call a musician’s musician.

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Gong

Gong are a progressive rock band that incorporates elements of jazz and space rock into their musical style.

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Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band

The Rev. Peyton's Big Damn Band bridges genres and eras with an intensity and effortlessness few contemporary artists possess.

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The Men They Couldn't Hang

The Men They Couldn't Hang came together in 1984 to perform at the alternative music festival in Camden town alongside the legendary Pogues and the Boot Hill Fo…

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The Bottom Line

South coast pop punk legends, The Bottom Line, are back on the road this December!

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Cream Classics on The Pier!

The iconic sounds of Cream are coming to the South Coast for a night of pure nostalgia and euphoric energy as Cream Classics takes over The Gaiety at South Para…

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The Madchester Experience

The Madchester Experience recreate the iconic sounds of BRIT bands such as The Stone Roses, The Happy Mondays, Oasis, Blur, The Verve, The Farm, EMP, The Charla…

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Jaguar Sun

Jaguar Sun is a Canadian solo project created by multi-instrumentalist Chris Minielly.

Moonshine, Southsea

Faux Fighters

The Faux Fighters is the brain child of front man Jamie Deighton who spent 12 months in Seattle back in the mid 90's and discovered the then newly formed Foo Fi…

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Prewn

Raw, unsettling and heartbreakingly honest music full of grit, grief and haunting beauty.

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The Courettes

The Courettes is an explosive rock duo from Denmark and Brazil who found the perfect blend between garage rock, '60s Girl Group, Wall of Sound, surf music and d…

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PO4 Live Presents: Fish agon + Support

PO4 Live Presents: Fish56Octagon + Support Get ready for a high-energy night as PO4 Live brings one of the UKs most exciting electronic acts, Fish56Octagon, to…

South Parade Pier, Southsea

Fish agon - Portsmouth

Fish56Octagon Comes to Portsmouth! Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Fish56Octagon makes its way to Portsmouth

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The Gutter Brothers

The Gutter Brothers emerged in the late 1980's as a busking band based in London, regulars on the Covent Garden street scene. They released their first album 'I…

Portsmouth Railway Rifle Club, Southsea

Elephant Kind

Hailing from Jakarta, Indonesia but now based in London, Elephant Kind is an alt-pop trio made up of Bam Mastro, Kevin Septanto and Bayu Adisapoetra.

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The Songs of Joni Mitchell

The Songs of Joni Mitchell is an acclaimed live music celebration and tribute show created and curated by singer-songwriter Lail Arad to mark Mitchell's 80th bi…

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Broadside Sound Present: LSB & Motiv

After the sold-out success of our launch night and a host of new additions to the Broadside Sounds system, we're back in the intimate surroundings of Kola Basem…

Moonshine, Southsea

Forever Oasis

Forever Oasis are bringing the iconic sound, swagger and anthems of Oasis for one massive singalong night

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Sea Power

Indie legends and purveyors of 'High Church Amplified Rock' - Sea Power play this very intimate show with their specially invited guests, the 2020 Mercury Music…

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