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Friday 1st May 2026 – Wade Day Care Centre, Wokingham
It’s always a pleasure to play at the Wade Day Care Centre! Last time we played there, Phyllis said, “Wonderful! Lovely! Brilliant!” Let’s hope we can make her day again!
If you know someone who might benefit from spending some time at this lovely Day Care Centre, why not contact the Manager Julie Marsh on 0118 978 7025 to see if they have any vacancies!
Friday 8th May 2026 – Merlewood Care Home, Virginia Water
We know that the residents of Merlewood Care Home love to hear us play for them. Last time we entertained them, Maggie said “Delightful! I wish I could listen to this every day!”
Well, Maggie, we’ll be playing for you during the morning of Friday 8th May!
Please note that this event is for the residents of Merlewood Care Home and their guests.
Tuesday 12th May 2026 – Woodley Library’s 40th Anniversary
We love to support community achievements and 40 years of Woodley Library serving the community is definitely something to celebrate. Users of the library will get quite a surprise on the morning of Tuesday 12th May between 10am and 11.30am – peace and quiet will give way to the lively sound of Bandissimo! If you’re free, why don’t you come along?
Woodley Library, 6 Headley Rd, Woodley, Reading RG5 4JA
Sunday 7th June 2026 – Pinewood Football Club Awards Day, Pinewood Centre, Wokingham
One of the most impressive sports clubs in the South East has to be Pinewood Football Club! Just check out how many players there are in the many competitive teams: https://www.pinewoodfootballclub.co.uk/! The Awards Day is naturally a very special event in the calendar of Pinewood Football Club and Bandissimo is delighted to add some musical vibes to the occasion!
Friday 12th June 2026 – Glebelands House Care Home, Wokingham
Situated just outside Wokingham town centre in a quiet residential area, Glebelands House Care Home provides award winning 24-hour nursing and residential care in a warm and friendly environment. Previously a home for people in the Film and TV industry, it now caters for all. If you’re interested, check it out: https://www.greensleeves.org.uk/care-homes/glebelands-wokingham/
This will be our first visit to Glebelands – we’re really looking forward to getting some feet tapping as we share some popular songs and music from the shows from 2pm – 4pm.
Please note that this event is for the residents of Glebelands and their family and friends.
Saturday 20th June 2026 – The Link Summer Party, Loddon Hall, Twyford
The Link Visiting Scheme is close to our hearts as many of us play in BWCB’s Second Wind band which has chosen the Link as their charity of the year. It brings connection and community to older people and volunteers in Wokingham Borough.
With a small performing area available, Bandissimo is delighted to support the Link’s Summer Party with a variety of popular music to lift the spirits and get those feet tapping!
Please note that this event is by invitation only. For further information about the work of this award-winning charity, please check out www.linkvisiting.org.
Sunday 26th July 2026 – Patronal Festival of St James’s Church, Finchampstead
We’re delighted to support the Patronal Festival of St James’s Church on Sunday 26th July! There will be a lot going on, including live music performed by us from 2pm – 4pm (with a short break in the middle as we can’t resist the offer of a cream tea!). Why don’t you come along and support this event?
St James’s Church is in Church Lane, Finchampstead, RG40 4LU.
Friday 2nd October 2926 – Oktoberfest at Bray Village Hall
The villagers of Bray and their friends certainly know how to celebrate Oktoberfest in style! Following last year’s highly successful event at Bray Village Hall, Oompah! will be donning their traditional Bavarian costumes again to raise the roof with more thigh-slapping music typical of a traditional Oktoberfest. Plenty of beer, food, games, hearty singing and fun are all on the agenda! Dig out your lederhosen and dirndls – it’s an event not to be missed!
More details to follow!