Open Deck Night at Jam Cafe
2025-06-25 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-07-30 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-27 18:00 - 22:00 UTC | JAM Cafe, 33 Southgate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1DP
Supported by the boys from C-Side Sounds…learn how to to mix your favourite tracks or show off what you can do.
Under 18’s 6-8pm / Over 18’s 8-10pm

Chichester Gala 2025
2025-06-28 11:00 - 21:00 | Priory Park, Priory Park, Chichester, PO19 1NS
Get ready for a day and evening filled with fun, entertainment, and community spirit at the Chichester Gala! Join us as we come together to celebrate everything that makes our town special, from local talent and businesses to delicious food and exciting activities.
Daytime Delights: The daytime festivities promise something for everyone in the family! From thrilling funfair rides to delectable food stalls offering a variety of tasty treats, there’s no shortage of excitement. Plenty of fun for mums, dads and children. Enjoy the lively atmosphere with music, dancing, and performances by local artists.
Evening Entertainment: As dusk falls, Priory Park will come alive with the sounds of music! Bands, including one local favourite, will take to the mainstage for an unforgettable evening of live performances. And to keep your energy up, delicious food and drink will be provided by local suppliers.

Chichester Music Collective - With Mike Fry at Room 12
2025-06-30 19:30 - 22:30, 2025-07-07 19:30 - 22:30, 2025-07-14 19:30 - 22:30, 2025-07-21 19:30 - 22:30, 2025-07-28 19:30 - 22:30, 2025-08-04 19:30 - 22:30, 2025-08-11 19:30 - 22:30, 2025-08-18 19:30 - 22:30 and 2 more dates | Room 12, Southgate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1ES
A BRAND NEW NIGHT HOSTED BY LOCAL LEGEND MIKE FRY! A night for musicians, music lovers and creatives, everyone welcome! Join Mike on a weekly journey through music and what it means to truly create something live and in the moment! Every Monday at Room 12.

Live Jazz at The Ivy Chichester
2025-07-02 19:00, 2025-08-06 19:00, 2025-09-03 19:00, 2025-10-01 19:00, 2025-11-05 19:00 | The Ivy, 89-91 East Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1HA
Transform your Wednesday evenings with the soothing sounds of a live jazz performance. Unwind over dinner or cocktails made by our resident mixologists, and experience the perfect harmony of music and cuisine. Complement your visit with your aperitif of choice, such as a classic cocktail or glass of fine wine.
First Wednesday of every month from 7pm.

The Canopy on Crane Street Launch
2025-07-06 11:00 - 15:00 | Crane Street, Crane Street, Chichester
Join us for the official launch of The Canopy at Crane Street, a brand new pop-up performance space celebrating Chichester’s creative spirit in one of its most characterful streets.
This exciting new initiative brings free live music, spoken word and performance to the city centre – creating a vibrant cultural corner and supporting local talent in a relaxed, alfresco setting.
Browse the shops, grab a coffee or bite to eat, and soak up the atmosphere while enjoying an eclectic line-up of local performers.
Line-Up11:00am – Dawn’s Vintage Do11:30am – Volia Melody Choir12:00pm – Creative Beatz / Jam Café1:00pm – Words Out Loud1:30pm – Ovation Music2:00pm – Chichester Fringe2:30pm – Dawn’s Vintage Do

Plus, enjoy a warm welcome from Crane Street’s brilliant independent businesses:
Kutchenhaus & Turnwell will have an on-site chef serving up complimentary nibbles and drinks
The Guilty Cyclist will be offering traditional Ukrainian cake
Spires Bakery and The Cornish Bakery will be serving refreshments and special offers on coffee and tray bakes throughout the day
Come and experience this new creative space and support the incredible local talent making Chichester such a special place to be.
The project has been developed by Chichester BID. It has been part funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund with additional funding secured from Chichester City Council, a private landlord on Crane Street and Chichester BID

Folk Session Sunday
2025-07-13 15:00, 2025-08-10 15:00, 2025-09-14 15:00, 2025-10-12 15:00, 2025-11-09 15:00 | The Havana, 3 Little London, Chichester, PO19 1PH
Join The Havana for their Folk Session Sunday. On the second Sunday of each month.

Chilled Summer BBQ at Purchases
2025-07-27 16:00 - 20:30 | Purchases, 31 North Street, Chichester, PO19 1LY
🍔 BBQ – 4pm till 6pm 🍔
🍸 Drinks – 12pm till 8pm 🍸
Come and join us in our lovely garden area for an afternoon of fantastic food and entertainment!
Kick back, soak up the sun and tuck into a delicious BBQ menu curated by our talented kitchen team.
We are also very pleased to be joined by:
🎶 DJ Zigs: 4pm – 6pm 🎶
🎤 Joe Dunsford – 6:30pm – 8pm 🎤
Both making their debut Purchases debut
Entry Tickets – £20pp

Canopy on Crane Street | Creative Beatz / Jam Cafe Take Over
2025-08-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Crane Street, Crane Street, Chichester
Join Creative Beatz/Jam Cafe as they take over the Canopy on Crane Street on Saturday 16th August 11am to 3pm.

Come and join us with live music from their Young Performers ahead of their performances at Victorious and also a chance to take part in crafting activities!

Learn more about what’s going on in the city for young people and engage in positive activities!

There will even be an option for you to showcase your own talent as they host an open mic at 1pm!

The Hole in the Wall Street Party!
2025-08-24 12:00 - 20:00 | The Hole in the Wall, 1 St Martins Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1NP
Join us for our legendary street parties featuring live music, 25+ beers & ciders, quality street food, and Chichester’s vibrant music scene and local talent!

LOCAL at Room 12
2025-09-05 19:00 | Room 12, Southgate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1ES
Join Room 12 for a new regular music night programmed by City Sounds, DJ’d by Ronnie Joice and hosted and covered by The Seen Zine. Each month three new acts will play a debut show in Chichester at Room 12 and showcase the incredible talent coming from Sussex.
Your acts..
Sametime
Brighton based Sametime have been making huge waves with sold out shows across the country and growing BBC and Industry support. A real highlight over the Great Escape Weekend, Sametime are all about infectious , harmony soaked indie pop!
Moonlight Parade
Worthing/Rustington based Moonlight Parade are a melodic indie outfit for fans of The La’s, The Coral and The Verve.
4 albums in, these guys are the real deal, selling out every new run of vinyl they order, thanks a fast-growing army of fans online including a few very famous faces Brilliant songs.
Sofia Ford
Brighton-based Sofia was recently invited to open on New York Dolls Steve Conte’s UK run by the man himself, and tonight will be bringing her full band lineup. Expect big choruses and a sassy attitude.
Ronnie Joice
Chichester legend Ronnie Joice, will the glue between the bands and then will get the party started afterwards. Ronnie was central to the Indie Sleaze scene in London, DJ’ing for, and rubbing shoulders with the likes of Amy Winehouse, The Libertines and The Cribs during the Camden days. Ronnie will take the party up until 1am and always brings the good vibes – his iconic performances at Glastonbury Festival, Victorious Festival and many others only proved this!
Emerging artists. Original music. 3 Chichester debut performances. Indie rock n roll DJ vibes.
Free entry.

Pallant Proms: A Harmonious Revival at Pallant House Gallery
2025-10-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Pallant House Gallery, 9 North Pallant, Chichester, PO19 1TJ
Pallant Proms: A Harmonious Revival at Pallant House Gallery
We are thrilled to announce the next season of Pallant Proms at Pallant House Gallery—a celebration of exceptional music and talent.
Join us for three captivating daytime concerts, featuring young pianists from the Royal College of Music, performing on the illustrious Bosendorfer grand piano generously bequeathed by former Cathedral organist Dr. John Birch.
Enjoy emerging musical talent surrounded by artworks from Pallant House Gallery’s world-class collection.
Your admission and event ticket will go directly to supporting the young musicians and the ongoing educational and charitable work of Pallant House Gallery.
About Pallant Proms:
Pallant Proms, a cherished tradition, presents a series of daytime concerts, introducing emerging musical talent to our audience. The performers, all from the Royal College of Music, promise to enchant with their skill and artistry. Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies produced by these rising stars on our revered Bosendorfer grand piano.
Performances:
3 October | Roelof Temmingh
28 November | Diana Cooper
19 December | Irena Radić
Please find the programme for each performance below. Further details will be confirmed closer to the concert.
£7 plus Gallery admission.
