Events Listing 2025
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The Arts Alive Festival runs from September 27 to October 31. Listings now available.
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Dress to Impress is an exhibition delving into the language of dress, power and personality.
11:00 am – 3:30 pm
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Message In A Bottle is a Pirates & Mermaid workshop & book of inspirational quotes
10:00 am – 2:30 pm
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Confidence through dance, drama, and musical theatre. Discover your child’s potential with LADA.
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
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Exciting prizes to be won. Collect a colouring coaster from ‘South Street Gallery and Picture Framing’ during Arts Alive & enjoy the cre…
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
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Come and see cards inscribed with Japanese short form poems haiku and tanka in Leatherhead High Street.
7:00 am – 11:30 pm
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Come and try the fun of acappella singing in four-part harmony with The Downsmen.
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
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Take time for yourself with our gentle, two-hour guided acrylic painting sessions. Materials provided.
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Freewheelers invites you to view their amazing ‘The Other Library’ installation – come and see!
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
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A dynamic art and photography exhibition focusing on the movement of dance.
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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Open community choir rehearsal for anyone who loves singing, being sociable and making friends!
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
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Dorking Folk Club present Singers’ Night – open to those wishing to perform 1 or 2 acoustic items as well as to those simply wishing to jo…
8:30 pm – 10:30 pm
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A guided tour of the beautiful Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden at Ockley
11:00 am – 3:30 pm
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Music on Thursdays: Classical meets Popular – Harmonica pro Phil Hopkins & pianist Lesley Bridgwater
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
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Dance the Bedlam Step, fuse folk music with modern riffs, add steamgoth flair. Everyone welcome.
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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Offering all of his classics in a completely live performance that will captivate you throughout
7:30 pm
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Music at the Institute present an evening of music with Elena Toponogova and Riccardo Pes
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
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Art History Lectures (with a difference) – Ronnie Ireland presents a talk on Weimer at the Abraham Dixon Hall.
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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The Dorking Group of Artists October Exhibition 2025 at Denbies Wine Estate
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
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Philip Drew & David Hansell (organ duet) with Jenny Hansell (Soprano) perform music by Gibbons, Vaughan Williams and Vivaldi.
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
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Come and sing highlights from Bach’s dramatic oratorio, St John Passion.
9:30 am – 4:30 pm
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An opportunity for children to explore different artistic styles while creating their own masterpieces.
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
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It’s all there, costumes, the hairstyles, the banter and the gear. It’s not the Beatles…but you won’t believe it!
7:30 pm
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The Rooster Folk Band playing folk tunes of the British Isles
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
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A display of Morris Dancing with an opportunity for some audience participation.
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm
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Two soldiers and a banging door. Someone died. Who is responsible?
7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
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Confidence through dance, drama, and musical theatre. Discover your child’s potential with LADA.
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
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A LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent friendly, guided circular walk around Box Hill.
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
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This is the children’s pop concert with a big difference.
3:00 pm
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10th Dorking Film Festival (Free!)
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
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Guided tour of the ruins of Betchworth Castle
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
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Poetry in a pub. Open Mic. An Anthology launch. Stimulating Company. Varied voices. Friendly welcome.
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
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Perfect for a fun night out with friends or a unique date night.
7:00 pm
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See how music supports young people who have experienced homelessness at Amber.
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
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A special version of the Westcott Open Mic evening for Arts Alive.
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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Described as “absurdly accomplished”, Steve will be accompanied by Hugh Bradley on the double bass. Definitely not to be missed.
8:30 pm – 10:30 pm
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A celebratory evening of these two greats through words, readings and beautiful music.
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
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Get ready for a dazzling fusion of musical theatre and jaw-dropping circus acts. A must-see for 2025.
7:00 pm
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Music on Thursdays: Tailleferre Wind Quintet – flute, oboe, clarinet, horn, bassoon
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
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A raw and direct acoustic performance exploring the relationship between Bob Dylan and John Lennon
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
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Girls and guys get ready to PARTY with one of the most fun shows
7:30 pm
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Hottest new talent on the comedy circuit
8:30 pm
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Art History with a difference – Genius of Women Artists
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Watercolour Workshop
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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Sunday Times bestselling author Luke Sherlock is in converstation with Revd Tom Darwent, Rector of St Giles and St George’s Churches Ashtead…
7:00 pm
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The Leith Hill Big Band presents an afternoon of popular big band classics, sandwiched around tea and cake.
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
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A wonderful exhibition showcasing an exciting and diverse selection of original art.
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
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A magical evening of music from medieval to modern day, from a classical trio of musicians from Sinalunga, Italy. Organised by Dorking TTA.
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Music recitals Jazz, Vocal and Piano
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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The Greatest Night of Scottish Artists and Celtic Music.
7:30 pm
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A demonstration of crafts and exhibition of members’ work
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
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Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Mozart and classical gems on this musical journey!
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
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A Jane Austen themed haibun workshop
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Take time for yourself with our gentle, two-hour guided acrylic painting sessions. Materials provided.
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Confidence through dance, drama, and musical theatre. Discover your child’s potential with LADA.
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
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Join us for a wonderful day of discovery, shopping and inspiration!
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
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Guided walk with Museum guide
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
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David examines some of history’s missing chapters to uncover how and why some events and people are remembered or forgotten.
7:30 pm
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Dorking Camera Club – Selected Photography Prints Display
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
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Monthly Class night Special by LeRoc Modern Jive Surrey in Ashtead.
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
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First theatre experience from Short Stories Tall Tales, brings classic and original stories to life.
11:30 am
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Open to anyone wishing to perform one or two acoustic items for the enjoyment of all, to raise funds for The Brigitte Trust.
8:30 pm – 10:30 pm
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An opportunity to see and hear pianist Elena Toponogova in a solo concert.
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
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Don’t miss this opportunity to see this living legend known as the Godfather of Punk Poetry.
8:00 pm
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A fascinating talk on how Agatha Christie used her extensive knowledge of drugs & medicines to create her plots.
7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
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A comic opera of love, deceit and humour with beautiful music. Performed by Bookham Light Operatic Society, directed by Eleanor Hegarty.
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
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Don’t miss the ultimate tribute to the fierce females who rocked the globe.
8:00 pm
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Art History with a difference – Gardens in Paintings
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Funny, touching poetry meeting you where you are – wobbling through modern life with wisdom.
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
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A creative and hands-on Collage Workshop – all materials provided.
A fabulous morning of creativity and mindful activity.
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
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Want to go clubbing with your kids but don’t want to listen to their music?
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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When it comes to clubbing, there’s no experience like this. Strictly 18+ and happy hour on cocktails.
8:00 pm
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LeRoc dance night with Jive Connection.
8:00 pm – 11:30 pm
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A convivial showing of this classic 1986 American horror comedy musical film
7:30 pm – 10:00 am
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A unique workshop that blends the spiritual with the practical, exploring the rich folklore, history, symbolism, rituals and timeless connec…
10:30 am – 3:00 pm
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Creative mixed media art workshop.
10:30 am – 3:30 pm
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Music for Flute, strings and harp by ChamberMusiBox
7:30 pm – 10:00 am
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This unmissable family production is sure to capture the imagination of young and old alike
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
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William Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of Macbeth presented by Dorking Dramatic & Operatic Society.
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
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A gorgeous story celebrating YOU being perfect…just the way you are!
11:00 am
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An intimate experience for fans of canals, alternative living and storytelling.
7:30 pm
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Hear some of The Moles recent writings and take part if you wish: refreshments available.
2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
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…Pfeiffer. Come and be charmed by this magical duo’s expressive vocals and authentic musicianship – a rare opportunity for Dorking.
8:30 pm – 10:30 pm
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Come and have a great laugh with Harry and the audience.
7:30 pm
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Phoenix Writers Open Evening – an entertaining evening of poetry and the spoken word
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
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Music on Thursdays: Cappricci Duo – Mackenzie Richards, violin, & Julian Latham, viola
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
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A hilarious Agatha Christie/Miss Marple spoof with a cast of characters guaranteed to delight, at Ockley Village Hall.
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
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Let your imagination soar as we dive headfirst into the spectacular world of bubbles!
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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A free, Wicked-themed craft morning, as part of the launch of Wicked at Dorking Halls
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
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Historic Ghost Walk
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
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A special black & white dress dance night celebrating 30 years of dancing with LeRoc Surrey.
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
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