An opportunity to see objects from the archive at Winchester College (free) showing links between Keats and other eighteenth century poets educated at the college. Click here for more details
Winchester Bonfire and Fireworks - 9th November
As many as 20,000 people will attend this annual festival, starting with a torchlit procession by King Alfred's statue and heading to River Park. A not-for-profit event that supports local charities. Click here.
Christmas Lights Switch On - 14th November
An evening of live performances from local acts on a stage in the Broadway with big screen, provide the backdrop to the big switch on at 6pm. A giant inflatable snow globe will be installed in The Square. Click here.
Cathedral concert - Duruflé Requiem - 14th November
Winchester Music Club's annual choral event in the Cathedral features Durufle's popular requiem and Bernstein's Chichester Psalms. With Winchester College Glee Club and quiristers and full orchestra. Click here.
Christmas at Marwell - 16th Nov to 24th Dec
The tenth year of this family Christmas event including access to the zoo, and a Christmas Wonderland experience with the Mad Hatter and Mother Christmas. Click here.
Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market - 21st Nov- 22nd Dec
Now established as one of the best Christmas markets in the UK, attracting visitors from far and wide. Pretty wooden chalets around the Cathedral Close host a wide range of exhibitors selling gifts and seasonal foods and drink. The ice-skating rink provides all the adrenaline most people need. Click here.
Christmas Holiday Family Trail - 30th Nov to 24th Dec
The National Trust's Winchester City Mill offer a chance to explore the Mill and find all the gingerbread men to solve the puzzle. Click here.
Ginchester Christmas Market - 7th December
A celebration of diverse local and craft spirits from gin to whiskey, and vodka to rum. Click here.
Christmas Carol Concert - 14th December
United Church, Jewry Street 5pm - a concert of traditional carols and readings. Winchester Hospice, is the nominated charity to receive 50% of the admissions, and is seeking to raise £3m to complete a conversion into a specialist hub for palliative care. Click here.