This service is brought to you in association with Claire’s Floristry & Tea Room in Little Park Avenue, Havant. Our Local Live Music Gig Guide is a free service from The Flash, although kind donations are always gratefully received. Donations can be made via the ‘Donate‘ page on our website.
We recommend that you check with your chosen venue before travelling to one of these gigs, as last minute cancellations can occur.
THURSDAY 18TH JUNE 2026
‘Folk Band Thursday’ (Every Thursday during term time) This is a Folk band sesson hosted by music teacher Janet Ayres, and with the musicians playing either by ear or by score – Milton Village Hall in Milton Road, Southsea, starting at 1.30pm until 3.00pm. Entry will be £5.00.
D & M’s Open Mic Night (Every other Thursday) – The Cocked Hat in Privett Road, Gosport, starting at 8.00pm. For more information call 02392 583 422.
‘Open Mic Night’ hosted by Shaun Lovibond (Every 3rd Thursday of the month) – The Wheatsheaf pub in East Street, Titchfield, Fareham, starting at 7.30pm until 10.30pm. PA, speakers, and backing tracks available. You can book in advance by emailing ‘wheatsheaftitchfield@gmail.com’, or you can just pop along on the night.
Jam & Open Mic Night, hosted by Davey Anscombe (Monthly) – The Farmer Inn in Catherington Lane, Catherington, starting at 9.00pm.
‘The Entertainer’ (Billy Joel tribute show) – Number 73 Bar & Kitchen in London Road, Waterlooville, starting at 7.30pm. You can reserve a table by calling 02392 261 618.
Marley Blandford (acoustic singer) – Kassia Bar in Havant Road, Drayton, starting at 7.30pm until 9.30pm. Visit ‘www.kassia.co.uk’ to book a table, or call 02392 215 555.
Open Mic Night, hosted by The Hill Brothers (Every Thursday) – Staggeringly Good Brewery in Rodney Road, Portsmouth, starting at 8.00pm.
‘Centrestage Showcase’ (A weekly Open Mic for all performers) – 7 Bar & Restaurant in Albert Road, Southsea, starting at 7.00pm with free entry.
‘Weekly Open Mic Night’, hosted by Stu Madgwick (Every Thursday) – The Hive Bar at 50 Osborne Road in Southsea, atarting at 7.30pm.
‘Thursday Live’ (live music acts every week) – O’Neills in Albert Road, Southsea, with free entry & doors opening at 7.30pm.
‘Black Balloon Sesions’, featuring live sets from Rachel Dillon, Sasha Louise, and Mike Whitbread – ‘Go Rogue’ Bar at 78 Palmerston Road, Southsea, starting at 8.00pm until 11.00pm.
King Rollo & Fraser Harper – The Barley Mow in Castle Road, Southsea, starting at 8.30pm.
‘Emma & Nigel’s Electric Open Mic Night’ and including a house band (Every Thursday) – The Lord Raglan in Queen Street, Emsworth, starting at 8.00pm until 11.00pm.
Adam Ede (acoustic singer) – The Crown Hotel in The High Street, Emsworth, starting at 8.30pm until 10.30pm.
PLEASE NOTE – The weekly ‘Acoustic Sessions’ at The Hole In The Wall in Chichester are now taking a break until September.
‘Blues Jam’ with Ross Harding – The Havana Club at 3 Little London Road, in Chichester, West Sussex, starting at 8.00pm with free entry.
FRIDAY 19TH JUNE 2026
‘Sweet N’ Soul’ (soul band) – The Golden Lion Pub in High Street, Fareham, Starting at 8.30pm.
Masters Of Rock – The Bird in Hand in Gosport Road, Fareham, starting at 9.00pm.
‘At The Bar’ (high energy rock & pop covers band) – The Woodpecker Pub in London Road, Waterlooville, starting at 8.00pm until 10.30pm. You can reserve a table by calling 02392 251 012.
Faye Carpenter (singer) – The Exchange at 93 London Road in Waterlooville Precinct (by the bus stop), starting at 8.00pm until10.00pm.
Mucky Fingers – The Druids Arms in Binsteed Road, Portsmouth, starting at 9.00pm.
Dave Barrett (acoustic singer) – Sherlock’s Bar in Clarendon Road, Southsea, starting at 8.00pm until 10.00pm.
‘Wonderboy’ (Lively party funtion band) – The Lifeboat Inn, on the Seafront in Hayling Island, starting at 9.00pm.
Michelle Lewis (acoustic singer) – The Crown Hotel in The High Street, Emsworth, starting at 8.00pm.
‘Fishbourne Friday Open Stage’ hosted by Get Catweasel (an evening of acoustic music with all skill levels welcome) – The Woolpack Inn in Fishbourne Road West, Fishbourne, West Sussex, starting at 8.30pm.
Helen Spooner (singer & pianist) – Boathouse Chichester in the Marina, Birdham, Chichester, PO20 7EJ, starting at 6.00pm until 8.00pm. It is advisable to book a table in advance by calling 01243 513 203.
SATURDAY 20TH JUNE 2026
‘Emsworth Music Club’ present ‘Summertime Blues’ (annual outdoor festival), this year featuring Dom Martin, Will Wilde, Burning Rope, Chloe Josephine, Bad Influence, and Chicago 9 – Emsworth Sports And Social Club in Havant Road, Emsworth, with the event opening at 12.00pm. Tickets are available on line at ‘www.emsworthmusic.club’, or from Bookends in High Street, Emsworth.
‘The Langstone Sessions’, featuring ‘Wiyaala’ (female singer & guitarist visiting the UK from Ghana to share songs and stories from her country) – St Nicholas Chapel in Langstone High Street, Havant, from 7.00pm until 9.00pm.
‘Country Queens’ (Country music duo of two sisters) – The Infinity Bar in Elm Grove, Hayling Island, starting at 7.30pm until 10.00pm.
‘Cygnus Revival’ (70’s glam rock covers band) – Hardway Elson & Districts Community Association (HEDCA) in Coombe Road, Gosport, starting at 8.00pm.
Tasmin Escott (singer) – The Exchange at 93 London Road in Waterlooville Precinct (by the bus stop), starting at 8.00pm until 10.00pm.
Madison Heights Soul Experience (10 piece soul band) – The Jolly Sailor in Clarence Parade, Southsea, starting at 8.00pm.
James & Terry – The Stag in New Road, Portsmouth, starting at 8.30pm.
Emma Louise (singer) – The Cocked Hat in Privett Road, Gosport, starting at 9.00pm.
SUNDAY 21ST JUNE 2026 (Father’s Day)
‘Summer Sunday Sessions’, this week featuring sets from Tasmin Escott & Aaron James – The Queens Hotel in Clarence Parade, Osborne Road, Southsea, starting at 12.00pm until 7.00pm.
‘Emsworth Music Club’ present ‘Pulse’ (the ultimate Pink Floyd tribute band) – Emsworth Sports & Social Club in Havant Road, Emsworth, with doors opening at 12.00 noon. This performance will take place on the Green, weather permitting – Visit ‘www.emsworthmusic.club’ to check for ticket availability.
Double X (big sound duo) – The Golden Lion pub in Bedhampton Road, Havant, starting at 3.00pm until 6.00pm.
‘Sunday Sessions’ (Most Sundays), this week featuring Hollins & Green – Charlie James – Casemates Studios & Cafe, No 4 Scott Road, Hilsea, Portsmouth, starting at 3.00pm until 6.00pm with free entry.
Heidi Pearl (singer) – The Stag in New Road, Portsmouth, starting at 4.00pm.
Helen Spooner (Pianist & singer) – The Blue Bell Inn in South Street, Emsworth, starting at 4.00pm until 6.00pm.
‘Jazz Night’ hosted by Alice Milburn (Every Sunday), this week featuring Alice Milburn on vocals, Tim Cole on guitar, and Rob Milner on bass – The Vaults in Albert Road, Southsea, starting at 6.00pm.
Maya Dodkins (acoustic singer) – The Scarlet Tap in Palmerston Road, Portsmouth, starting at 6.30pm until 8.30pm.
‘Open Mic Night’ with Caleb Clarkson (Every other Sunday) – The Leopold Tavern, in Albert Road, Southsea, starting at 7.00pm until 10.00pm.
MONDAY 22ND JUNE 2026
‘Jazz Jam’ with Rich Carter – The Havana Club at 3 Little London Road, in Chichester, West Sussex, starting at 8.30pm.
Don’t forget to e-mail your Gigs to ‘gigs@theflashonair.co.uk’. The Local Live Music Gig Guide is a free service from The Flash, and is also available on our website ‘theflashonair.co.uk’
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