What's On in Surrey

The Squirrels Who Squabbled at Winkworth Arboretum

Venue: Winkworth Arboretum

Address: Surrey

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/winkworth-arboretum/events/

This autumn at Winkworth Arboretum, join two greedy squirrels on a fun-filled family trail as they learn to share in this rhyming adventure through the trees. With fun interactive games and tasty treats...

We're Going on a Bear Hunt

Venue: Polesden Lacey

Address: Great Bookham, Dorking

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/polesden-lacey/events/

Follow a free family trail around the pleasure grounds based on the classic children’s story, We’re Going on a Bear Hunt. Pick up a free trail map from the welcome area after Visitor Reception. Photo...

Kumon Free Registration

Venue: Kumon Surrey Study Centres

Website: www.kumon.co.uk

Open a world of possibilities and set the stage for a successful school year with the Kumon Surrey Study Centres. They are offering Free Registration to new and returning families from 16th September to...

After School Pottery Club

Venue: Farnham Maltings

Address: Bridge Square, Farnham, Surrey

Website: farnhammaltings.com/events/after-school-pottery

Introduce your young school-aged children to the craft of pottery. You will undertake many exciting projects and learn new skills, including hand building, sculpting and decorating. You’ll even get to...

Storytime at Guildford Cathedral

Address: Stag Hill, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7UP

Website: https://www.guildford-cathedral.org/events/boxoffice

Preschoolers, parents and carers are invited to join us for a fun, informal session of songs, stories and rhymes in Seasons Cafe. Space is limited so pre-booking is recommended but you can also just...

We’re Going on a Ghost Hunt ™ Halloween Adventure

Venue: Claremont Landscape Garden

Address: Portsmouth Rd, Esher

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/claremont-landscape-garden/events

Based on the bestselling children’s books, this Halloween the bunnies are setting off on an adventure to find the ghosts hidden around Claremont Landscape Garden with heaps of exciting things to see...

We’re Going on a Ghost Hunt™ Halloween Adventure

Venue: Claremont Landscape Garden

Address: Surrey

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/claremont-landscape-garden/events/

Based on the bestselling children’s books, this Halloween the bunnies are setting off on an adventure to find the ghosts hidden around Claremont Landscape Garden with heaps of exciting things to see...

Guess How Much I Love You™ at RHS Garden Wisley

Venue: RHS Garden Wisley

Address: Woking, Surrey

Website: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley/whats-on/guess-how-much-i-love-you

Hop and stretch your way around RHS Wisley, Surrey, on a wonderful garden trail inspired by the children’s book Guess How Much I Love You™. Discover playful, sensory activities and photo opportunities...

Historic Cookery

Venue: Hampton Court Palace

Address: Hampton Ct Way, Molesey, East Molesey

Website: www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-court-palace/whats-on/historic-cookery/

On weekends through 2025, step into Henry VIII's Kitchens at Hampton Court Palace for History Cookery. Uncover the magic, and science, behind food preservation and learn how to make food go further, the...

Mr Mulligan's Pirate Golf

Venue: Hoebridge Golf Centre

Address: Surrey

Website: https://hoebridgegc.co.uk

Lost your way through the Surrey Hills and looking for a prehistoric adventure through lost pirate territory and broken seas? Oh you have found the right place young explorer, they have 18 holes of Pirate...

Scented Puzzle Trail

Venue: Watts Gallery

Address: Artists' Village, Down Lane, Compton, Surrey

Website: www.wattsgallery.org.uk/events/puzzle-trail

Test your sense of smell as you adventure around the galleries and through the woodlands with a puzzle trail! Think art is just for looking? Think again! Ongoing until 9th November 2025.

Singing, Dancing and Acting Classes at Stagecoach

Venue: Various Venues

Website: www.stagecoach.co.uk

Stagecoach Performing Arts aim to bring out the best in each child through the wonderful world of singing, dancing and acting. Stagecoach classes help children develop confidence, creativity and a wide...

The Squirrels Who Squabbled at Winkworth Arboretum

Venue: Winkworth Arboretum

Address: Hascombe Rd, Godalming

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/winkworth-arboretum/events

This autumn at Winkworth Arboretum, join two greedy squirrels on a fun-filled family trail as they learn to share in this rhyming adventure through the trees. A feast for autumnal eyes, with fun interactive...

We're Going on a Bear Hunt

Venue: Polesden Lacey

Address: Great Bookham, Dorking

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/polesden-lacey/events/

Follow a free family trail around the pleasure grounds based on the classic children’s story, We’re Going on a Bear Hunt. Photo opportunities and activities along the way. Each stop will have an augmented...

Zog

Venue: Wakehurst

Address: Sussex

Website: www.kew.org/wakehurst/whats-on/zog

This autumn, enrol at Dragon School and take on a fun-filled outdoor trail inspired by the best-selling picture book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Learn to fly, roar, breathe...

Halloween at Godstone Farm

Venue: Godstone Farm

Address: Godstone

Website: godstonefarm.co.uk

This Halloween, the farm transforms into a spooky adventure zone! Defeat friendly monsters in a thrilling NERF shootout, carve pumpkins (additional cost), and dive into Halloween crafts. Meet creepy crawlies...

Halloween at Hampton Court Palace

Venue: Hampton Court Palace

Address: Hampton Ct Way, Molesey, East Molesey

Website: www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-court-palace/whats-on/halloween-at-hampton-court-palace/

This October half term, lose yourself in atmospheric projections and creepy sound effects as the palace and gardens are transformed by magical spells. See if you can brave the eerie new outdoor trail and...

Halloween Half Term at Hatchlands

Venue: Hatchlands Park

Address: East Clandon, Guildford, Surrey

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/hatchlands-park

Enjoy a spooky day out at Hatchlands Park this October half term. With a pumpkin hunt in the garden for the little ones and look out for the spooky creatures on the parkland trail. Follow the scent of...

October Half Term

Venue: The Lightbox

Address: Chobham Road, Woking, Surrey

Website: www.thelightbox.org.uk/whats-on/october-half-term-2025

Spend your October half term with The Lightbox and enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities. Throughout the building, they are offering a range of colourful activities and cultural experiences, sure...

October Half Term

Venue: Watts Gallery

Address: Down Lane, Compton, Surrey

Website: www.wattsgallery.org.uk/events/october-half-term

This October have an adventure with a day out at Watts Gallery, with lots of free with admission activities (and some extra-special bookable experiences too!).

Wizards & Witches Week

Venue: Bocketts Farm Park

Address: Young St, Fetcham, Leatherhead, KT22 9BS

Website: www.bockettsfarm.co.uk/events/wizards-and-witches-week-1

Enjoy a spooktacular family day out at Bocketts Farm this October half term for Wizards and Witches Week. Watch awesome Science and Slime Shows, visit the Reptile Roadshow, complete the Spooky Stamp Trail,...

Create and Grow Spooky Half Term 2025

Venue: Squire's Garden Centres

Website: www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk

Keep the little ones entertained this October half term with their Create & Grow spooky activities. Fancy dress welcome! Paint a Spooky Tealight Holder or follow the Wicked Plant Trail around the garden...

Spooky Halloween Train Ride

Venue: Denbies Wine Estate

Address: London Road, Dorking, Surrey RH5 6AA

Website: www.denbies.co.uk/events/family-events/

Enjoy a spooky trip around the vineyard this Halloween on their Outdoor Train Tour! Keep an eye out for the creepy crawlies hiding in the forest and tick them off in your Halloween passport as you go!

Horrible Histories - Gorgeous Georgians & Vile Victorians

Venue: The Rose Theatre

Address: 24 – 26 High Street, Kingston Upon Thames

Website: www.rosetheatre.org/whats-on

It’s time to prepare for Horrible Histories live on stage. Are you ready to swing with a Georgian king? Will you be saved by Florence Nightingale? Don’t miss this horrible history of Britain with the...

Three Little Vikings

Venue: Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

Address: Millbrook, Guildford

Website: www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk/whats-on

Three brave little Viking girls save the day in this bold and funny adventure story for little rebels, by the creator of the New York Times Best Illustrated Book Little Red and I Can Catch a Monster, Bethan...

Cupcake Decorating: Halloween

Venue: Farnham Maltings

Address: Bridge Square, Farnham, Surrey

Website: www.farnhammaltings.com/events/halloween-cupcakes

Trick or treat! Join them for a spooktacular Halloween cupcake decorating session. Decorate your creepy (and delicious) cupcakes using a frightfully fun selection of spooky toppings. All cakes and decorations...

Free Guided Walk: Hindhead Halloween

Venue: Hindhead Commons and the Devil's Punch Bowl

Address: London Road, Hindhead, Surrey

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/hindhead-commons-and-the-devils-punch-bowl

Join a family-friendly guided walk and hear about the spooky stories and myths of Hindhead Commons and the Devil’s Punch Bowl. Free, but please book.

Free Online Halloween Drawing Workshop

Venue: Online

Website: royaldrawingschool.org

Join the Royal Drawing School this Halloween for a two-hour live online drawing session. Artist Elizabeth McCarten guides 10–18 year-olds in drawing skulls, symbolism and atmosphere to create hauntingly...

Halloween Family Disco 2025

Venue: The Horton Arts Centre

Address: Haven Way, Epsom, Surrey

Website: thehortonepsom.org/events

Join them for an exciting afternoon of Halloween-themed family fun at The Horton. Children are invited to dress up and take to the dance floor with DJ Kobbie, bringing big sound, lights, and an energetic...

Princess Live! 2025

Venue: The Leatherhead Theatre

Address: 7 Church St, Leatherhead

Website: www.theleatherheadtheatre.com/whatson/princess-live-2025/

Princess Live is the ultimate hour-long princess pop party, featuring your favourite fairytale royalty in this all-singing, all-dancing concert show. Imagine your favourite princesses but as you’ve never...

Spooky Halloween Fancy Dress Disco

Venue: Denbies Wine Estate

Address: London Road, Dorking, Surrey

Website: www.denbies.co.uk/events/family-events/

Dress up as your favourite spooky character with Denbies traditional children’s Halloween disco including dancing! Children’s tickets include soft drinks and snacks. Perfect for children aged 3+. All...

Bramley Bonfire and Fireworks 2025

Venue: Bramley Field

Address: Bramley, Surrey

Website: www.visitsurrey.com/event

The village of Bramley holds a community fireworks and bonfire night on the closest Saturday to 5th November each year.

Cranleigh Bonfire and Fireworks Night 2025

Venue: Cranleigh Common

Address: Cranleigh, Surrey

Website: www.cranleighlions.org/events/bonfire-fireworks/

Cranleigh's annual Bonfire & Fireworks celebrations, which see thousands of people flock to the village. Bensons Funfair are also present. Celebrations start around 6pm with the procession along the High...

Lingfield Park’s Spooky Spectacular Fireworks

Venue: Lingfield Park

Address: Surrey

Website: www.lingfieldpark.co.uk/whats-on/spooky-spectacular-fireworks

Lingfield Park is putting on a Spooky Spectacular Fireworks night that’s all about Halloween vibes, big skies, and serious sparkle. Get set for glow shows, a fireworks finish that’ll wow everyone,...

Poppy Appeal 2025

Venue: Elmsleigh Shopping Centre

Website: elmsleigh.co.uk/events/84075/poppy-appeal-2025

Representatives for the 2025 Poppy Appeal will be in-centre between 1st and 8th November, with the cadets visiting on the weekend of 25th and 26th October. The Poppy Appeal will take place outside Clintons...

Retro Gamers Arcade

Venue: The Horton Arts Centre

Address: Haven Way, Epsom, Surrey

Website: www.thehortonepsom.org/events

Step into a world of nostalgia – a one-day event celebrating the golden age of gaming. Featuring classic arcade machines loaded with iconic games from the 1980s and 1990s, including Pac-Man, Street Fighter,...

Off Road Day

Venue: Brooklands Museum

Address: Brooklands Drive, Weybridge, Surrey

Website: www.brooklandsmuseum.com/whats-on

Expect an impressive day of off road vehicles, military vehicles, 4x4s, Land Rover, Jeep and more. Witness Test Hill climbs and vehicles attempting the off road course challenge at Mercedes-Benz World!

Crown Ballet: Swan Lake

Venue: Camberley Theatre

Address: Camberley Theatre, Knoll Road, Camberley, Surrey

Website: www.camberleytheatre.co.uk/events/crown-ballet-swan-lake

Swan Lake is a masterpiece of Tchaikovsky’s genius. Filled with mystery, romance, and emotional depth, Swan Lake has captivated the hearts of audiences for generations and continues to be celebrated...

Godalming Town Fireworks 2025

Venue: Guildford Rugby Club

Address: Guildford Road, Godalming, Surrey

Website: www.guildfordrugbyclub.co.uk

Godalming Town Fireworks 2025 in conjunction with Godalming Town Council. This unmissable Bonfire Night event in Surrey is packed with dazzling fireworks, delicious food, family fun and a buzzing community...

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Venue: Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

Address: Guildford

Website: www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk/whats-on

The critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show created by Jonathan Rockefeller features a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets. The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is a vibrant celebration...

Brockham Bonfire 2025

Venue: Brockham Village Green

Address: Brockham, Surrey

Website: www.brockham.org/brockham-bonfire

The annual Brockham Bonfire celebrations are always held on the nearest Saturday to the 5th November. Being part of the bonfire is a great way to become part of the community. Fireworks display at 8.15pm.

Epsom Fireworks & Funfair 2025

Venue: Hook Road Arena

Address: Hook Road, Epsom, Surrey

Website: www.epsomfireworks.com

The Epsom Fireworks Display has been run since since 1971. There will be a low noise children’s show at 6.30pm. This display is for younger children and is included in the ticket price for the main show...

Guildford Firework Fiesta 2025

Venue: Stoke Park

Address: Guildford, Surrey

Website: www.guildfordlions.com/firework-fiesta/

Enjoy the fireworks display, live music, and there will be fairground rides, a face painter and an opportunity to buy glow in the dark toys. This will be an all ticket event again with no sales on the...

Farnham Christmas Lights Switch-On 2025

Venue: Gostrey Meadow

Address: Farnham, Surrey

Website: www.farnham.gov.uk/events

Mark the start of the countdown to Christmas at the Farnham Christmas Lights Switch-On! Throughout the afternoon, there will be free, live entertainment from schools, theatre groups, dance companies and...

Short Stories Tall Tales – Mouse And Sam’s Winter Holiday

Venue: The Horton Arts Centre

Address: Epsom

Website: thehortonepsom.org/events/short-stories-tall-tales-2025-mouse-and-sams-winter-holiday/

A lively, sensory-first theatre experience for ages 0–5, created and performed by Hannah Summers. Through interactive storytelling, music, props, and role-play, little ones see the winter world through...

Christmas Fair at Guildford Cathedral

Venue: Guildford Cathedral

Address: Stag Hill, Guildford, Surrey

Website: www.guildford-cathedral.org/events

Join them for a delightful shopping adventure with over 50 stalls offering a stunning array of bespoke Christmas gifts, decorations, spirits, jewellery, accessories, and more! Entry is just £3 per person...

RHS Glow 2025 at RHS Wisley

Venue: RHS Garden Wisley

Address: Wisley Lane, Woking, Surrey

Website: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley/whats-on/wisley-glow

Experience the sparkle of the season! As twilight falls, RHS Garden Wisley is transformed into a world of magical winter wonders. With a trail that’s more magical than ever before, see plants and landscapes...

A Magical Christmas at Godstone Farm

Venue: Godstone Farm

Address: Tilburstow Hill Road, Godstone

Website: www.godstonefarm.co.uk

Jingle all the way to Godstone Farm this Christmas for a heart-warming festive experience the whole family will love! Your whimsical journey will immerse you in all the festive feels. Meet Father Christmas...

Drum Circle

Venue: Cranleigh Arts

Address: 1 High Street, Cranleigh, Surrey

Website: www.cranleigharts.org/event/drum-circle-november-2025/

Ray Watters is back for another fun-packed community drum circle. This fun, noisy, family-friendly event is open to everyone and anyone. No musical experience is necessary, and all drums and percussion...

Beauty and The Beast

Venue: Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

Address: Guildford

Website: www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk/whats-on

Join book-loving beauty Belle, as she journeys into the enchanted castle, meets the fearsome beast and discovers a host of colourful characters bewitched by an evil sorceress. As always, the show will...

Aladdin

Venue: Camberley Theatre

Address: Camberley Theatre, Knoll Road, Camberley, Surrey

Website: www.camberleytheatre.co.uk/events/aladdin

Get ready to join Aladdin on the adventure of a lifetime in this year’s spectacular family pantomime. Packed with toe‑tapping songs, dazzling dance routines, breathtaking scenery, stunning costumes...

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Venue: New Victoria Theatre

Address: Woking

Website: www.atgtickets.com/woking

Join Woking’s New Victoria Theatre for a magical family adventure as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is spectacularly brought to life on stage. Packed with laugh-out-loud comedy, dazzling song and dance...

Santa's Christmas Party

Venue: Epsom Playhouse

Address: Ashley Avenue, Epsom, Surrey

Website: www.epsomplayhouse.co.uk/shows/santas-christmas-party

Help get Santa’s Christmas Party back on track in an adventure full of fun, festive songs and party games. Then meet Santa at his home in the North Pole, where every child will receive a special present...

Aladdin

Venue: Epsom Playhouse

Address: Ashley Avenue, Epsom, Surrey

Website: www.epsomplayhouse.co.uk/shows/aladdin

Prepare to be swept away on an amazing adventure, bursting with laughter and spectacle, where stunning scenery, outrageous costumes, and a fabulous cast combine to dazzle audiences of all ages. This promises...