What’s On in Guildford – Upcoming Events

Femme Films is a community-led film club and in January they will be showing Priscilla, detailing the relationship of Elvia and Priscilla Presly, which has been adapted from Priscilla’s very own memoir. The film showing will take place at St Catherine’s Village Hall in Guildford (GU2 4HF) and tickets are just £4 (or £5.04 if you purchase them on EventBrite).

Archery enthusiasts might be interested in this archery competition – Guildford Indoor WRS WA25 – hosted by the Guildford Archery Club at the Guildford Spectrum (Guildford, GU1 1UP). There will be three sessions at 9am, 12.30pm, and 4pm and tickets costs between £17-30.

There is a Queen tribute band performing at Guildford Cathedral (Stag Hill, GU2 7UP) in January by candlelight. Expect timeless classics including Bohemian Rhapsody, It’s a Kind of Magic, We Are The Champions, Who Wants to Live Forever and many more! Tickets start from £35.

Guildford Cathedral (Stag Hill, GU2 7UP) is no stranger to candlelit music performances with a Fleetwood Mac tribute band joining the stage in January. The show will feature their most popular songs including Little Lies, The Chain, Rhiannon, Don’t Stop and more. Tickets start at £35.

The Vivace Chorus brings you Come & Sing, inviting members of the public for a day of singing at Guildford Baptist Church (GU2 4BE) with new Music Director, Barbara Höfling. The choir is specifically looking for new Tenors to join their group. The ticket is £25 and includes music hire and lunch.

There will be a Pre-Valentine’s speed dating event at the All Bar One (16-17 North Street, GU1 4AF) in Guildford for 26 to 44 year olds. The in-person gathering is intended for people who are fed up with dating apps and want to meet people in real life. The cost is £12.85 for men and women.

Striking Comic Con Guildford is taking place at the Surrey Sports Field (Richard Meyjes Road, GU2 7AD). Comic Con is the premier events for all things comics, popular movies, television, gaming, and more. Visitors are encouraged to come dressed as their favourite character.

Nine to twelve year olds are invited to take part in a Junior Animal Keeper Experience at Merrist Wood College, Worplesdon, GU3 3PE, which was awarded a zoo license in 2018. Kids will get to learn from professional animal keepers and a meet a variety of different animals, including tortoises, rabbits, guinea pigs, reptiles, birds, meerkats and more. Activities will include feeding, watering, and maintaining the enclosures. Tickets are available to purchase online.

February’s Farmers Market in Guildford will take place on the 4th of the month. With 50 different vendors along the High Street, you can expect lots of fresh seasonal produce, amongst an array of other baked goods from local artisans.

Showcasing the best local and independent makers and designers, Guildford’s Craft & Flea Market will take place at the Guildford Cathedral (Stag Hill, GU2 7UP) with just a £3 entry fee.

G Live will be hosting a Family Fun Day during the February Half Term. There will be craft stations, workshops, local market stalls, as well as coffee, cake and snacks at the G Live Café. Booking is not necessary and the event is free, though there is a £4 charge for face painting and £2 charge for friendship bracelet making.

Merrist Wood is putting on a holiday club for kids aged 8-12 for a day filled with outdoor adventures, learning about nature, and engaging with animals on their large estate.

guildford.games Festival is the UK’s Biggest game dev hub, featuring talks, workshops, demos and portfolio reviews. Taking place at G Live (London Rd, GU1 2AA), you can meet the teams behind some of your favourite games, discover new studios, and hear from world-class developers. Tickets are £22.38 and students are free!

This event is perfect for LEGO lovers and is the ultimate destination for anyone who loves building bricks. Here you can build your own masterpiece and also explore awe-inspiring creations by talented professional LEGO builders. There will also be rarer LEGO sets on sale. The event is taking place in Guildford at the Surrey Sports Park (Richard Meyjes Road, GU2 7AD) and tickets are £24.97.

Located on the High Street, the Farmers Market takes place on the first Tuesday every month with March’s market taking place on the 4th. There are normally around 50 vendors, which includes everything from fresh veg to cheese to chutneys and more.

The Merry Opera Company will be performing Mozart’s Cosí Fan Tutte at Guildford’s Holy Trinity Church (High Street, GU1 3RR). Tickets are £25 for adults and £18 for under 18s (plus a booking fee of £1.25).

A full live band with vocalists will be performing Radiohead’s music at Guildford Cathedral (GU2 7UP), including the nationally renowned Mike Nowland String Quartet and local musicians who are also Radiohead lovers. Doors open at 6.45pm.

Merrist Wood College (Worplesdon, GU3 3PE) is putting on a Spring Lambing Farm Day where visitors can get up close to lambs and other farm favourites. The price is just £6 and children under 3 go free.

Taking place on the first Tuesday of every month the Guildford Farmers’ Market on Guildford High Street sees around 50 local vendors showcase their goods that includes fresh produce and artisan food.

The Guildford Farmers Market takes place on the High Street on the first Tuesday of the month with seasonal produce from local farmers, as well as freshly baked bread from artisan bakers, and more.

Taking place once again in Stoke Park, the Inflatable 5K will feature brand new obstacles combined with five pumping music zones to motivate you. There is also a 2.5K, 10K, and 15K also available.

ShyneFest is a family-friendly music festival that takes place at the end of May at Merrist Wood, Worplesdon. In addition to live food, food and drinks, there is also the option for camping and clamping.

Be sure to check out Guildford High Street’s monthly farmers market for fresh produce, baked goods, local crafts, and more. With over 50 local vendors, you’re sure to find whatever you need (and then some)!

Extreme Robots Live Tour provides a 2-hour interactive show with live robot combat. The event is taking place at the Guildford Spectrum (GU1 1UP) with times being 12 noon and 4pm on both the Saturday and the Sunday. Choose from standard tickets, VIP, and Platinum experience tickets.

Guilfest will once again take place at Stoke Park and will feature 7 different stages of music, performing an array of genres. There will also be a various tents that feature food and drink, live comedy & theatre, kids’ zones, and more.

The Guildford Farmers Market on Guildford High Street makes the perfect stop on a warm summer’s day with plenty of fresh market fruit and vegetables available in the summer months, along with homemade crafts and other goods.

The Guildford Cheese & Chilli Festival is returning in July 2026 at Shalford Park in Guildford (GU4 8BL). Expect plenty of cheese and chilli related items, along with live music, wrestling, a chilli eating contest, children’s entertainment, crazy golf, bars, food vendors, and more.

Located in Stoke Park, the Pretty Muddy® obstacle course involves climbing, crawling, and sliding through the mud over 5k (or just over 3 miles). There is also a kids course available. On average, it takes about an hour to finish. Have fun and get muddy while raising money for life-saving cancer research.

If you can’t make it to the Caribbean this summer, the Caribbean is coming to Guildford. The event will include an outdoor street food experience with food from different Caribbean islands, live music, funfair rides, and rum punch. The festival is taking place at Merrist Wood College, Holly Lane, Worplesdon, GU3 3PE.

The Cranleigh Farm & Food Festival is taking place on the Cranleigh Showground
Bookhurst Road, Cranleigh, GU6 7DW, which is less than a 30-minute drive outside of Guildford. The country show will feature farm animals, working gun dogs, donkey rides, tractor rides, crafts and trade stalls. There will also be live bands and a variety of food and bars. Tickets can be purchased in advance for a small discount but can also be purchased on the day.

Head to Guildford High Street for the monthly farmers market on the first Tuesday of the month. Here you’ll find around 50 vendors with freshly baked breads and pastries, seasonal produce, along with speciality items, such as homemade crafts.

Expect plenty of sausages and ciders at this festival, which takes place in Stoke Park. There will be bars, food vendors, live music, and a festival market with activities for both kids and adults.

Guildford Farmers Market takes place on the first Tuesday of each month and offers a great opportunity to support local vendors. Here you’ll find fresh fruits and vegetables, along with baked goods and more.

The monthly farmers market takes place on the first Tuesday of every month on Guildford High Street. Vendors change week to week but you can expect items like fresh produce, bread, chutneys, and homemade goods.

The Guildford 10k is taking place this October and will see the iconic cobbled streets of Guildford closed to cars to make way for runners. There will also be a 2k race for juniors. Whether you are running to help a charity or just to keep fit, the Guildford 10k provides a beautiful backdrop and a friendly, supportive environment.

There’s no set time or place for trick-or-treating, however, the sun sets around 4.30pm on Halloween and trick-or-treating traditionally starts around sundown. Please only visit homes that have clearly decorated and have their porch lights on. If you would like to pass out candy, it’s a good idea to put up some decorations up so trick-or-treaters know you are participating. As for the cut off time, we think 8pm is a polite stopping point (9pm at the very latest), but if you’re tired of visitors before this, simply put a sign up on your door to indicate you are finished. Be respectful, stay safe, and don’t forget to say thank you!

Remember, remember the 4th of November where the monthly farmers market will take place on Guildford High Street. Meat, cheese, bread, vegetables, chutneys, baked goods, fresh herbs, oils and teas are just some of the many things you will find here.

The monthly farmers market on Guildford High Street is sure to have some extra vendors in the month of December with plenty of specialty items in time for Christmas.