What's On in Surrey

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...

A Magical Christmas

Venue: Bocketts Farm Park

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

Website: www.bockettsfarm.co.uk/events/christmas-2025-1

Enjoy a festive family experience this Christmas. Meet Father Christmas in his traditional grotto with gift from his Toy Shop. A festive Farm Park visit includes Reindeer Food Making, The Christmas Stamp...

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...

Ice Rink 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/hampton-court-palace-ice-rink/

Experience a regal day out where elegance and history meet the electricity of ice skating. The traditional ice rink has been redefined with the chance to glide and dance, surrounded by centuries of architectural...

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...

A Very Penguin Christmas at Claremont

Venue: Claremont Landscape Garden

Address: Portsmouth Rd, Esher

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

Waddle into Claremont this festive season and join a group of adventurous penguins in their search for Father Christmas. Join Captain Iceberg, Professor Snowflake and friends as they explore the Garden...

Christmas at Polesden Lacey 2025

Venue: Polesden Lacey

Address: Great Bookham, Dorking

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

Lewis Carroll's classic tale comes to Polesden Lacey this Christmas as the house and grounds turn into a festive Wonderland. Follow the White Rabbit inside the house to see ground floor rooms dressed for...

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...

Grizwald's Christmas in Wonderland Family Trail

Venue: Polesden Lacey

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

Join Grizwald the Griffin as he meets the White Rabbit and explores the delights of Wonderland in a festive children's trail around the grounds of Polesden Lacey.

Meet Santa in his Magical Grotto 2025

Venue: Squire's Garden Centres

Address: Surrey

Website: www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk

Squire’s will be hosting Santa on selected days! Step into the enchanting grotto and be welcomed by one of Santa’s jolly elves before meeting the man himself. Children can enjoy a lovely chat with...

Kids' Symphonic Sundays

Venue: Farnham Maltings

Address: Bridge Square, Farnham, Surrey

Website: www.farnhammaltings.com/events/kids-symphonic-sundays

Bring your family to hear professional musicians give an introduction to the instruments of the orchestra. They’ll have the chance to sing, dance and conduct, whilst learning a huge amount and hearing...

Pop Princesses

Venue: New Victoria Theatre

Address: The Ambassadors, The Peacocks Centre, Woking

Website: www.londontheatre1.com/shows/pop-princesses-new-victoria-theatre-woking/

This is the children’s pop concert with a big difference. Featuring a soundtrack of top pop hits from artists such as Taylor Swift, Meghan Trainor, Miley Cyrus, Dua Lipa and Lizzo, plus a few of the...

Short Stories Tall Tales: Mouse and Sam's Winter Holiday

Venue: Pippbrook House

Address: Dorking, Surrey

Website: www.dorkinghalls.co.uk

Pack your winter woollies and thermal pants for an adventure as you see the winter world through the eyes of mouse and his friend Sam with a few magical surprises along the way. Immerse your littles ones'...

Christmas Relaxed Hours in the House

Venue: Polesden Lacey

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

Relaxed hours are designed for anyone who would prefer to experience the decorated house in a calmer environment. There will be fewer visitors, no music will be played and the lighting will be subdued....

A Fairytale for Christmas

Venue: New Victoria Theatre

Address: The Ambassadors, The Peacocks Centre, Woking

Website: www.londontheatre1.com/shows/a-fairytale-for-christmas-at-new-victoria-theatre-woking/

Celebrate the holiday season with traditional Irish songs, lively dances, and heartwarming performances that capture the essence of Christmas. Get ready to be swept away by the spirit of the season in...

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...

Carousel at Winkworth

Venue: Winkworth Arboretum

Address: Hascombe Rd, Godalming

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

Hop aboard the vintage carousel for a magical ride that’ll make your day go round and round! From Friday to Sunday, between 10:30am and 3:30pm, you can catch a ride from 29th November to 14th December....

The Nutcracker at Winkworth Arboretum

Venue: Winkworth Arboretum

Address: Hascombe Rd, Godalming

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

This festive season, enjoy a magical walk through Winkworth Arboretum with a Nutcracker-themed trail perfect for families and nature lovers. Follow Clara’s journey through enchanting scenes like the...

The Paper Dolls

Venue: Farnham Maltings

Website: farnhammaltings.com/events/the-paper-dolls

When a little girl cuts out a string of paper dolls, she takes them by the hand and together they go on a fantastical adventure whirling through their home and garden. A Little Angel Theatre and Polka...

Family Christmas Concert

Venue: Epsom Playhouse

Address: Ashley Avenue, Epsom, Surrey

Website: www.epsomplayhouse.co.uk/whats-on

Join the Epsom Symphony Orchestra this winter for a concert packed full of festive family favourites! With audience participation encouraged throughout, what better way is there to take a break from the...

The Snowman with Live Orchestra

Venue: Dorking Halls

Address: Reigate Road, Dorking, Surrey

Website: www.dorkinghalls.co.uk

Celebrate the magic of Christmas with a heartwarming screening of The Snowman - the beloved animated classic inspired by Raymond Briggs’ cherished storybook. Experience the wonder as Howard Blake’s...

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...

Dick Whittington

Venue: New Victoria Theatre

Address: The Ambassadors, The Peacocks Centre, Woking, GU21 6GQ

Website: www.londontheatre1.com/shows/dick-whittington-pantomime-at-new-victoria-theatre-woking/

Join hero Dick Whittington (and his trusty cat!) as he seeks fame, fortune and happiness journeying to become Lord Mayor. Don’t miss the action-packed pantomime that promises to be full of laugh-out-loud...

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...

The Gingerbread Boy

Venue: Dorking Halls

Address: Reigate Road, Dorking, Surrey

Website: www.dorkinghalls.co.uk

Full of heart, laughter and song – and a healthy helping of cake – The Gingerbread Boy is a brand-new Christmas story about friendship and celebrating our differences. The perfect festive treat for...

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...

Splendiferous Santa Days

Venue: Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre

Website: www.roalddahlmuseum.org

Meet Santa in the galleries and get a chocolate treat. Enjoy storytelling from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory with Mrs Claus, meet the Oompa Loompas, and enjoy Christmas crafts and gallery trails. Free...

Stick Man Christmas Trail

Venue: Gatton Park

Address: Reigate, Surrey

Website: www.gattonpark.co.uk/events/stick-man-christmas-trail/

Enjoy a Stick Man themed Christmas trail around Gatton Park’s rock garden before returning to Gatton Hall for toasted marshmallows and Christmas crafts. Perfect for small children. 11am – 3pm.

Santa Paws 2025

Venue: Squire's Garden Centres

Website: www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk

As a true pet lover, Santa has a special place in his heart for dogs, and he’s set aside a morning just for man’s best friend! Take your furry friends for the ultimate festive experience and capture...

Short Stories Tall Tales 2025 - The Night Before Christmas

Venue: The Horton Arts Centre

Address: Surrey

Website: thehortonepsom.org

Immerse your little ones' imaginations through live performance, fully interactive role-play, props, music and creative drama. A wonderfully high-spirited spin on an old favourite. You and your little...

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...

Santa and the Pirates (That Don’t Want Christmas!)

Venue: The Leatherhead Theatre

Address: 7 Church St, Leatherhead

Website: www.theleatherheadtheatre.com/whatson/

Join the audience for an action-packed story suitable for all ages. Santa and the Pirates is ideal for families to get together during the festive season for some good traditional sing-alongs, fabulous...

The Snowsmith

Venue: Farnham Maltings

Website: farnhammaltings.com/events/the-snowsmith

Get lost in a world of breathtaking puppetry, live songs and folk music, all led by captivating storytellers. Discover this original winter tale that will enthral the whole family, and answer the question:...

Father Christmas Experience

Venue: Watts Gallery

Address: Down Lane, Compton, Surrey

Website: www.wattsgallery.org.uk/events/father-christmas

Begin your festive journey through a sparkling woodland trail, twinkling with fairy lights and filled with hidden Christmas clues. Along the way, you'll discover the Elves' Workshop. Follow the stardust...

Jack And The Beanstalk 2025

Venue: The Leatherhead Theatre

Address: 7 Church St, Leatherhead

Website: www.theleatherheadtheatre.com/whatson/jack-and-the-beanstalk-2025/

The evil giant’s rent collector Gobblegore is fed up with nobody paying the rent and will stop at nothing to rule everything and everyone – but there is one man with his allies standing firmly in his...

Santa Specials - Christmas 2025

Venue: Rural Life Living Museum

Address: Farnham

Website: www.rural-life.org.uk/whats-on/

Get ready for a magical festive adventure at the Museum as it’s transformed into Santa's Grotto! Hop aboard the steam-hauled Christmas train and journey through the trees to meet Santa in his woodland...

Santa's On His Sleigh

Venue: G Live

Address: London Rd, Guildford

Website: trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford/en-GB/event/family/santas-on-his-sleigh-tickets

Santa’s On His Sleigh is an exciting and interactive Christmas show starring Santa, the elves Snowdrop and Mistletoe, Rudolph and featuring on screen Santa’s virtual little helper Head Elf Justy, played...

The Snowsmith: Puppet Making Workshop

Venue: Farnham Maltings

Website: farnhammaltings.com/events/the-snowsmith-puppet-making

Create your own Kodi owl puppet from The Snowsmith! Join Half a String in this hands-on, fun, creative puppet making workshop. As a family you can cut, stick and decorate your way to creating your very...

Short Stories, Tall Tales: The Night Before Christmas

Venue: Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

Address: Millbrook, Guildford

Website: www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk/whats-on/night-before-christmas-2025

A family stay at Granny's chocolate-box cottage for Christmas. The children soon discover everything that is exciting about this time of year with festive interaction, an imaginative retelling of the...

Quiet Grotto 2025

Venue: Squire's Garden Centres

Website: www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk

A gentler, more peaceful visit so every child can enjoy the magic of meeting Santa in their own way. This specially adapted session is designed for children with autism or additional needs, offering a...

The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan

Venue: Dorking Halls

Address: Reigate Road, Dorking, Surrey

Website: www.dorkinghalls.co.uk

Join the boy who never grows up… With a talented cast, impressive live music, plenty of laughter and spectacular flying that will thrill the child in everyone, go and see Peter Pan soar to new heights...

Cupcake Decorating: Christmas - 5-12 Years

Venue: Farnham Maltings

Address: Farnham Maltings, Bridge Square, Farnham, Surrey

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

Kids can unleash their creativity as they decorate delicious cupcakes with fun, festive-themed toppings. It's the perfect way to celebrate the season. All cakes and decorations provided.

Drum Circle

Venue: Cranleigh Arts

Address: 1 High Street, Cranleigh, Surrey

Website: www.cranleigharts.org/event/drum-circle-december-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...

The Christmas Show with Santa

Venue: Birdworld

Website: birdworld.co.uk/whats-on-events

The magical show brings to life the story of Santa and the Enchanted Swans. Filled with singing, dancing and plenty of festive cheer, each performance ends with every child receiving their own gift wrapped...

Zoom!

Venue: Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

Address: Millbrook, Guildford

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

Zoom! is a new play for children aged 3-8 years with music, songs and puppetry. A gentle introduction for young children into ways they can help to protect their environment.

Christmas Warm Up Raceday

Venue: Lingfield Park

Address: Surrey

Website: www.lingfieldpark.co.uk/whats-on/christmas-warm-up-raceday-sunday-21-december

Whether you’re braving the crisp winter air trackside or staying cosy indoors with a warm drink and the race on screen, they've got everything you need for a merry day at the races. Packed with Christmas...

The Brick People Festive LEGO Build

Venue: Denbies Wine Estate

Address: London Road, Dorking, Surrey RH5 6AA

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

Your tickets include: brick building, LEGO and LEGO DUPLO play areas and chill and build LEGO mosaic. Each session lasts for 60 minutes and is hosted by The Brick People. Children below 3 go free.

The Christmassy Show of Christmassy Christmasness

Venue: The Horton Arts Centre

Address: Surrey

Website: thehortonepsom.org

Squashbox Theatre’s new show is a celebration of everything Christmassy, from fir trees, fairy lights, sleigh bells and snowflakes to crackers, carols, presents and puddings! Meet a snowman who lives...

Christmas Eve Family Day

Venue: Lightbox Gallery

Address: Surrey

Website: www.thelightbox.org.uk/whats-on/christmas-family-fun

Visit for a day full of activities on Christmas Eve! Create last minute Christmas crafts in the Education studio on the first floor, just drop in between 10.30am-12.30pm. In the Cafe, their art cart will...

New Year's Day Classic Gathering

Venue: Brooklands Museum

Address: Brooklands Drive, Weybridge, Surrey

Website: www.brooklandsmuseum.com/whats-on/calendar/new-years-day-classic-gathering/

Don't miss their largest annual event celebrating classic vehicles! Enjoy live music, a winter BBQ plus breakfast and lunch stalls, there’s something for the whole family to kickstart the New Year. 10am...

The Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker

Venue: Farnham Maltings

Website: farnhammaltings.com/events/royal-ballet-the-nutcracker

Peter Wright’s The Nutcracker has enchanted audiences since its 1984 premiere by the Company. Featuring Tchaikovsky’s most familiar melodies and brought to life by Julia Trevelyan Oman’s exquisite...

Rare Productions Presents: Annie

Venue: The Leatherhead Theatre

Address: 7 Church St, Leatherhead

Website: www.theleatherheadtheatre.com/whatson/rare-productions-presents-annie/

With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. This all-time classic musical is a must for all the family,...

Taylormania 2026

Venue: Dorking Halls

Address: Reigate Road, Dorking, Surrey

Website: www.dorkinghalls.co.uk

An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time. Katy Ellis, a self-confessed 'Swiftie' with an incredible live band and dancers, promises...

Children's Concert 2026

Venue: G Live

Address: London Road, Guildford

Website: trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford/en-GB/event/other/childrens-concert-2026-tickets

An hour of wonderful music for 5-11 year olds, including popular favourites by Tchaikovsky and Dvorak, the classic Rudyard Kipling story-piece 'How the whale got his throat', themes from favourite Disney...

Junior School Open Morning

Venue: Frensham Heights

Website: www.frensham.org/visit-us

At Frensham, they believe in a creative, progressive education that allows children to learn with a sense of wonder and freedom. They offer a creative curriculum, small class sizes, outdoor learning, specialist...

St. Edmund’s Open Morning

Venue: St. Edmund's School

Website: www.saintedmunds.co.uk

Visit for the next Open Morning. It’s a great way to see all that St. Edmund’s has to offer, including the incredible drama, music, food tech, science and sports facilities, hear from their Heads of...

Family Traveller Live 2026

Venue: Twickenham Stadium

Website: live.familytraveller.com

Family Traveller Live is back! The sensational zipline across Twickenham Stadium makes a comeback, along with their incredible abseiling experience. From stargazing and surfing to parkour, archery and...

Activity Thursday

Venue: Rural Life Living Museum

Address: Reeds Road, Tilford, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 2DL

Website: www.rural-life.org.uk/whats-on

Join them every Thursday during the school holidays for Activity Thursday – a lively day where history bursts into action! Perfect for families, curious minds, and enthusiasts alike – and of course,...

Another World VR

Venue: Another World VR, Camberley

Website: camberley.another-world.com

Located in the heart of Camberley, this cutting-edge virtual reality arena invites players to escape, explore, and experience worlds beyond imagination. Perfect for families, friends, and corporate teams,...

Better leisure centres

Venue: Various Locations

Website: www.better.org.uk

Find more ways to play in Surrey! Whether it's with friends or family, discover a world of fun for all ages this school holiday with 5 locations across Reigate and Banstead, and Mole Valley. Find your...

Guess How Much I Love You™ at RHS Garden Wisley

Venue: RHS Garden Wisley

Address: Wisley Lane, Woking, Surrey

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

Little Nutbrown Hare and Big Nutbrown Hare have hopped over to RHS Wisley for a magical garden adventure. Until 31st December 2025, enjoy discovering this interactive, hands-on garden trail and activities...

Rydes Hill

Venue: Rydes Hill Preparatory School & Nursery

Website: www.rydeshill.com

Rydes Hill is a leading Pre-Prep and Nursery School in Guildford, Surrey. They believe that happy children thrive, and their warm, inclusive atmosphere ensures every child feels valued and part of the...

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...

Slindon College

Venue: Slindon College

Website: www.slindoncollege.co.uk

At Slindon College, pupils and staff have worked to develop an inclusive and accessible space that allows for an integration of outdoor activities into lessons. The Sensory Garden encourages pupils to...

Stick Man Christmas Trail

Venue: Alice Holt Forest

Website: www.forestryengland.uk/alice-holt-forest

This winter, try the brand-new Stick Man Christmas Trail! Pick up an activity pack from the Visitor Centre, which includes an activity leaflet, keyring, sticker sheet, reveal lens and a pencil, for just...

Surrey's Local Offer

Venue: Online

Website: surreycc.gov.uk/sendsupport

Helping families in Surrey to navigate SEND support, the Surrey Local Offer is a dedicated online hub offering guidance on services and support available across education, health, leisure, and transport....

Tiny Tormead Tasters

Venue: Tormead Prep School

Address: Guildford, Surrey

Website: www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/87707

Visit for a free morning of arts, crafts, stories and music hosted by the wonderful EYFS staff. To book your space visit the website. Selected Fridays (term time only) 9-10am.

Tormead Tumblers

Venue: Tormead School

Address: Guildford

Website: www.tormeadschool.org.uk/prep/tormead-tumblers/

Tormead Tumblers is a free, term-time, weekly gymnastics group for local pre-school children (and their parents) who live in and around Guildford. Join their Tormead gymnastics coach for a structured and...