From world-class live music and literary gatherings to spooky family Halloween celebrations and immersive theatrical mysteries, October brings a vibrant mix of events across Surrey.
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G Live
12 Oct 2026 19:30
125 Years of Jazz Piano
Guildford’s G-Live is hosting 125 Years of Jazz Piano starring acclaimed pianist James Pearson, artistic director of Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club.
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https://www.barnescharityfashionshow.com/
15 Oct 2026 19:30
Barnes Charity Fashion Show
The popular catwalk event that is the Barnes Charity Fashion Show returns to St Mary’s Church. This sparkling showcase of local retailers, designers, milliners and more supports several local charities and is a sell-out every year.
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https://berichmond.london/
24 Oct 2026 10:00 - 16:00
Be Spooky Halloween Fun Fest
Be Richmond is hosting a Be Spooky Halloween Fun Fest at Richmond’s Duke Street Church, featuring family-friendly activities including pumpkin carving, spooky face painting, fun fair games, a photo booth, and Pumpkin Patch characters.
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Orange Tree Theatre
3 Nov 2026 20:00
Cranford
Tamsin Greig leads an ensemble cast as Matty Jenkyns, who lives at the centre of a close-knit community of formidable women.
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GSC
24 Oct 2026 19:30
GSC A Brew to a Kill
Guildford Shakespeare Company unveils its new immersive murder mystery A Brew to a Kill, which will run at the Hogs Back Brewery in Farnham.
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Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway
31 Oct 2026 17:00 - 19:00
Ghost Train | Scream Up – Frankenstein!
Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway
All aboard the ghost train. Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway is putting on a special spooky service to Frankenstein’s Castle to discover what Victor has been creating in his mysterious laboratory.
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16 Oct 2026
Guildford Book Festival
Multi award-winning novelist Sebastian Faulks, actor and comedian Caroline Quentin, BBC Sky at Night presenter Dame Maggie Aderin and historian Simon Sebag-Montefiore are among the many writers, speakers and performers.
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Hare & Hounds
24 Oct 2026 10:00 - 12:00
Halloween Hunt 2026
Are you brave enough for the East Sheen Halloween Trail? Collect your map from the Hare & Hounds and follow the route around participating shops, collecting treats along the way.
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Historic Royal Palaces
24 Oct 2026
Halloween at Hampton Court Palace
Atmospheric projections, eerie sound effects and magical spells transform the notoriously haunted Hampton Court Palace.
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Kew Gardens
16 Oct 2026
Halloween at Kew
Halloween at Kew returns, transforming the Gardens after dark with a frightful 1.5km illuminated trail. New for 2026 are Dracula’s Lair, the Cursed Tomb, a Medieval Dungeon, and a Monster Disco.
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Rose Theatre, Kingston, London
15 Oct 2026 19:30
Jane Eyre
This new staging of Charlotte Brontë’s classic tale is based on Sally Cookson’s critically acclaimed adaptation, originally premiered at the National.
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https://www.oktoberfestguildford.co.uk/
10 Oct 2026 12:00 - 17:00
Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest UK is bringing its world-famous Bavarian celebration to Merrist Wood, Guildford this month, promising two huge sessions of live music, German-inspired food, flowing beer and Oktoberfest entertainment.
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Landmark Arts Centre
25 Oct 2026 11:00
Pottery Fair
Eighteen local potters come together at Teddington’s Landmark Arts Centre for a Pottery Fair, showcasing a diverse collection of handmade ceramics, all available to buy.
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RSS
24 Oct 2026 19:45
RSS The Crucible
Be afraid – the witches of Salem are coming for you. Arthur Miller’s The Crucible tells the terrifying story of the Salem witch trials, where fear, suspicion and self-interest destroy lives.
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https://surreyhills.org/
17 Oct 2026 12:00 - 21:00
Surrey Hills Fire & Food Fair
Head to the Hogs Back Brewery in Tongham and ignite your senses at the Surrey Hills Fire & Food Fair. This year’s fair brings together live fire cooking, more than 60 artisan stalls, street food, and family entertainment.
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ATG
16 Oct 2026 19:30
The Brown Suite
The Brown Suite, a new high-energy funk-fuelled show by dancing duo BlacBrik is heading to Woking Theatre.
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ATG
6 Oct 2026 19:30
The Haunting of Hill House
Scare yourself at Richmond Theatre with the chilling theatrical adaptation of Shirley Jackson’s classic ghost story, The Haunting of Hill House.
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ATG
27 Oct 2026 19:30
The Hollow
Long-time Richmond resident and two-time Olivier Award nominee Peter Polycarpou steps into the polished shoes of Agatha Christie’s legendary detective Hercule Poirot in The Hollow.
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Cranleigh Arts
27 Oct 2026 10:00
The Pop-Up Pottery Café
Looking for a creative way to spend a morning during the October half term? The Pop-Up Pottery Café comes to Cranleigh Arts for a relaxed session perfect for anyone who fancies getting creative.
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Cecil Hepworth Playhouse
9 Oct 2026 19:30
WWAOS Open Mic Night
Whether you’re performing original songs, favourite show tunes, comedy or simply just coming along to watch, everyone is welcome at Walton and Weybridge Amateur Operatic Society’s Open Mic Night.
