Chichester BID

Jam Night at The Hole in the Wall
2025-12-23 20:00, 2025-12-16 20:00 UTC | The Hole in the Wall, 1 St Martins Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1NP
Join The Hole in the Wall every Tuesday for their weekly Live Band Jam Night.
All styles welcome.

Learn to Dance with Ceroc at The Assembly Room
2025-12-23 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-16 19:00 - 22:00 | The Assembly Rooms, North Street, Chichester, Po191LQ
Join us every Tuesday for our dance classes at Ceroc Chichester – The Assembly Room, The Council House, PO19 1LQ
Our fantastic dance venue runs every Tuesday evening! Beginners are welcome at our venue every week, no need to book, just turn up alone or with friends! The Assembly Room offers a beautiful hall with large and spacious dance floor with air conditioning and ambient lighting.
Classes:
19:15 Doors Open / Freestyle
19:45 Beginners Class
20:30 Freestyle
20:45 Intermediate Class / Beginners Practice Session
21:15 Freestyle
22:30 Close
Prices:
PRICES – Cash & Card (Prices are inclusive of VAT)
£12.00 Standard Entry
£10.00 Students/Over 65’s
£8.00 Late Entry (after 9.15pm)
*6-4-3 NEW MEMBER OFFER*
6 sessions for the price of 3 for brand new members! £36
**STEP UP OFFER**
6 sessions for £54 (**offer open to new members who have purchased the 643 offer)
GOLD CARD – prepayment offer – 10 classes for £100
NO NEED TO BOOK,
TURN UP ON YOUR OWN,
JOIN US ON ANY WEEK!

A Creative Space at The Ghost at the Feast
2025-12-23 18:30 - 20:30 | The Ghost at the Feast, 33-34 North Street, Chichester, PO19 1LX
A Creative Community Group Get-Together for Arts & Crafts.
A free to attend community group get-together for those who like arts and crafts. Bring your own project, start something new using our resources, or simply connect with others for inspiration for your next creative piece!
Meeting on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month starting October 2025 at The Ghost at the Feast.
Free to attend but please do support the host, The Ghost at the Feast.
Book your space here.

Quiz Night at The Nags Head
2025-12-22 20:00, 2025-12-15 20:00 | The Nags Head, 3 St Pancras, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 7SJ, United Kingdom
The popular Pub Quiz at The Nags Head in Chichester is an established, weekly event, attracting a range of locals who want to enjoy a fun evening out, while straining a few brain cells.

The Nags Head Pub Quiz is a weekly event, held every Monday from 8pm a regular favourite for locals and visitors alike.
At only £2 entry fee per person, quiz participants can compete for a cash prize, often around £100, adding a bit of friendly rivalry to the evening.

QuizSing at The Chantry
2025-12-22 19:30, 2025-12-15 19:30 | The Chantry, 27-28 South Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1ES
Join The Chantry every Monday from 7:30-9:30 for their quiz which then goes straight into karaoke till midnight!

Quiz Night at The Hole in the Wall
2025-12-21 19:30 | The Hole in the Wall, 1 St Martins Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1NP
Join The Hole in the Wall every Sunday* for their Quiz Night.
Fantastic prizes to be won for 1st and 2nd place winners.
£2 entry per person.
From 7.30pm.
Call or pop in to book your table.
*except Bank Holidays.

Latin Night at The Havana
2025-12-20 19:00 | The Havana, 3 Little London, Chichester, PO19 1PH
Join the Havana for their monthly Latin Night on the third Saturday of each month.

Listeners Lounge at Jam Cafe
2025-12-20 19:00 | JAM Cafe, 33 Southgate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1DP
Join Jam Cafe every third Saturday of the month for their listeners lounge where they’ll have 3 talented artists performing.
Doors at 7pm
Tickets-
Adults – £3
Under 18s- Free

Saturday Art and Craft at Pallant House Gallery
2025-12-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Pallant House Gallery, 9 North Pallant, Chichester, PO19 1TJ
Join us for creative workshops suitable for all the family.

Take part in a creative and relaxed workshop session inspired by art from our collections and exhibitions. Whether it is block printing or creating a collage, these activities are suitable for all ages and abilities and make a wonderful addition to a family day out!
Our Saturday art and craft workshops are most suited to children aged 5+ and drawing materials are available for younger children.
This drop-in family workshop is FREE for children and accompanying adults. Just click on the Buy Tickets button above to book your place.
If you would also like to visit our exhibitions and collections, any two adults accompanying children booked on to Saturday Art and Craft can enjoy half price admission (under 18s enter for free). Please ask our Welcome Desk for more details.
Upcoming dates:

25 October, 10am-12pm
Join us for a fun and creative art activity in our studio.
November
The Starlight Trail replaces Saturday Art and Craft this month. See here for more details of this ticketed event.
20th Dec
Of course, we’ll be doing a Christmas themed activity to get us in the festive spirit!
31st Jan
It’s cold outside so have some fun crafting in our warm and cosy studio.
28th Feb
Join us for a fun, creative session designed to keep little (and big) people busy!
March
No Saturday Art and Craft this month. Why not join us at our FREE Open Day instead?
25th April
Join us for a fun, creative session designed to keep little (and big) people busy!
30th May
It’s Chichester’s annual Roman Week! Come and take part in a creative activity that celebrates all things Roman!
Please note:
Booking recommended!

Sweaty Betty Weekly Run Club
2025-12-20 09:00 | Sweaty Betty, 51a South Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1DS, United Kingdom
Join the Sweaty Betty run club every Saturday at 9am.
All abilities welcome.
Meet at 9am at Sweaty Betty, Chichester for 45 minutes.

Craft Club at Jam Cafe
2025-12-20 | JAM Cafe, 33 Southgate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1DP
Join Jam Cafe every Saturday for their weekly Craft Club.
Each week they will be making a variety of crafts from painting to collage to badges, the options are endless.
There are 2 drop in sessions –
10:30am-12:00pm
1:00pm-3:00pm
Cost – From £5.00, depending on activity and you can book your space here.

Beatz & Bass: Christmas Special at The Guildhall
2025-12-19 19:00 - 21:00 | The Guildhall in Priory Park, 1NS, Priory Rd, Chichester, PO19 1NS
A special DJ Night for 11-16-year-olds featuring local young DJs delivering the best sets!
Led by Chichester’s Creative Beatz and includes a hip hop set by Word of Mouth. Craft activities and food included.
Part of Chichester District Council’s festive events programme in Priory Park.
Price £1 each – Please note that contact details will be shared with the organiser and a consent form will be sent to follow safeguarding guidelines.
Book here Beatz & Bass: Christmas Special | Creative Beatz

Pallant Proms: A Harmonious Revival at Pallant House Gallery
2025-12-19 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.

Farmers Market
2025-12-19 09:00 - 14:00 | Chichester City Centre
Chichester District first Farmers’ Market was held in 1998. They have been held regularly every month since then, growing in size and frequency over time. The market is held in East & North Street on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each Month.

Quiz Night at the Old Cross
2025-12-18 20:00 | Old Cross Pub, North Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1LP
Join the Old Cross for their ever popular Quiz Night every Thursday from 8pm hosted by the fabulous Ross Presto.
Max 6 per team, £1 per person entry.
Win Cash and other prizes!
Tables are in high demand so book early! Call 01243 536290 to book!

Open Mic Night at Trents
2025-12-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Trents, 50 South Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1DS
Join Trents every Thursday 7.00-10.00pm for their weekly Open Mic Night with Adam Ede.
All abilities welcome, no pre-booking. Just turn up, put your name down and play!

La Diva Concert at The Guildhall
2025-12-18 18:30 | The Guildhall in Priory Park, 1NS, Priory Rd, Chichester, PO19 1NS
Join this successful show choir from Bishop Luffa School for an evening of feel-good music and festive songs – make sure you join in!
Tickets cost £7.50 and can be booked here.

New Park Centre Carol Singing
2025-12-18 18:00 - 19:30 | New Park Community Centre, New Park Road, Chichester, PO19 7XY
Celebrate the true spirit of Christmas with Chichester Community Choir at New Park Centre.
18.00–19.30 (Old Dojo Hall) An evening of Christmas carols, community, festive cheer and mince pies.
Everyone welcome! Visit – newparkcentre.org.uk

Festive Storytelling at The Guildhall
2025-12-18 10:30, 2025-12-16 10:30 | The Guildhall in Priory Park, 1NS, Priory Rd, Chichester, PO19 1NS
Local storyteller Chris North will bring to life a variety of well-loved Christmas stories for little ones with plenty of interactive opportunities to join in including helping make the voices and sound effects!
Stories will include ‘One Snowy Night’ with Percy the Park Keeper; The Snowman; and Chris’ own story, ‘The Christmas Star in the Woods’.
There will also be a game of ‘We’re going on a polar bear hunt’ inspired by the well-known book plus some Christmas songs.
Your little ones will have lots of fun using their imagination and being part of the stories.
£3.50 per child.
Part of Chichester District Council’s festive events programme in Priory Park.

Knit and Natter at Chichester Library
2025-12-18 10:00 - 11:30 | Chichester Library, Tower Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO191QJ
Drop in for a session of knitting and nattering, every Thursday 10.00 – 11.30am.
Please contact Chichester Library for more details.
Find out more about attending a Knit and Natter session.

Open Mic Night at Havana
2025-12-17 20:00 | The Havana, 3 Little London, Chichester, PO19 1PH
Join Havana every Wednesday for their Open Mic Night with Toby Bain.

Quiz Night at The George and Dragon Inn
2025-12-17 20:00 | The George and Dragon Inn, 51 North Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1NQ, United Kingdom
Join the George and Dragon for their weekly Quiz Night.
Every Wednesday.
From 8pm.

Weekly Run Club at The Run Company
2025-12-17 18:00 | The Run Company, 13 The Hornet, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 7JL
Join The Run Company every Wednesday for their weekly run club!
No need to book just turn up.

Games Night at Rocking Horse
2025-12-17 18:00 | The Rocking Horse, 30B Southgate, Chichester, PO19 1DT
Join the Rocking Horse every Wednesday for their weekly Games Night.

Festive Jazz Cafe at The Guildhall
2025-12-16 19:30 | The Guildhall in Priory Park, 1NS, Priory Rd, Chichester, PO19 1NS
Enjoy a delightful mix of seasonal words and music with a jazz band, actors, poets and special guests plus refreshments and free mince pies!
Special guest readers are noted actors Gareth Williams, who had a Christmas Number 1 hit with the Flying Pickets and starred in Guys and Dolls in the West End, plus Paula Tinker whose career has taken her to the Chichester Festival Theatre and the West End. With Mike Carey’s Big House Jazz Band.
Held in the atmospheric setting of the grade 1 listed Guildhall, the Festive Jazz Café is a great way to kick off the run-in to Christmas with mellow jazz classics and entertaining readings. Expect all your favourite tunes, plus entertaining and inspiring readings.
A joint CDC/South Downs Poetry Festival seasonal gala.
Tickets cost £12 and can be booked here.
