The Tempest - Shakespeare's Farewell? - gi 26 075
Shakespeare's The Tempest performed at The Guildford Institute.
What's on in Guildford This Week
Guildford right now: 25 events this week · across 5 venues · 5 categories
Events in Guildford From 20th July – 26th July 2026
This week in Guildford offers a curated selection of events, giving you plenty to do. You'll find a focus on cultural experiences, with chances to explore arts, history, and learning. You can catch theatrical performances of classic plays or enjoy opera in an outdoor setting. For visual arts enthusiasts, talks on notable painters and creative workshops are available. Historical exhibits also feature, allowing you to discover specific periods.
Beyond culture, you can also broaden your culinary horizons. This week includes discussions of international cuisine and larger outdoor events celebrating global food, complete with street food and entertainment. More relaxed social gatherings offer a chance for conversation.
As the week progresses, consider the evening entertainment. Options include live music performances, from tribute acts to DJ sets, and social evenings to meet others. You can also browse specialist markets for unique finds, like collectible recordings.
The emphasis this week is on accessible cultural experiences and community events, alongside varied entertainment. Whether you’re interested in learning, performances, or local gatherings, you’ll find several engaging opportunities.
Browse the listings below for details.
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Tuesday 21st July
Lesser-known Italian Regions: Fun Facts And Local Recipes - gi 26 072
A culinary exploration of lesser-known Italian regions featuring fun facts and local recipes.
Jan Van Eyck: The Real Idea (Also Online) - gi 26 076
The Guildford Institute presents an exploration of the work of Jan Van Eyck, available online.
Wednesday 22nd July
Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter And Natter Table
Chatty Cafe Scheme offers a welcoming space for community conversations and socialising at The Guildford Institute.
Bill Ryder-jones (The Coral)
Bill Ryder-Jones performs solo folk set at The Boileroom in Guildford.
Watercolour Pencils - gi 26 077
An art workshop focusing on watercolour pencils at The Guildford Institute.
British Fire Service - t397
A historical exhibition on the British Fire Service opens at The Guildford Institute.
Thursday 23rd July
Beat Maker Lab
Redhill Library hosts a Beat Maker Lab for children aged 8 to 11 years.
Nikita Kuzmin - Supernova
Nikita Kuzmin performs his pop music show Supernova at G Live in Guildford.
The First Time Machine: The History of Concorde - t391
A historical exhibition on Concorde's development opens at The Guildford Institute.
The Pirates of Penzance at Hatchlands Park
Opera performers stage 'The Pirates of Penzance' at Hatchlands Park on 23 July 2026.
40S&50s Singles Night @ All Bar One Guildford|love at First Sign
Singles night at All Bar One Guildford features astrology, speed dating, and prizes.
Friday 24th July
The Music of The Lord of The Rings. Tribute to Howard Shore Mystery Ensemble
A tribute ensemble performs Howard Shore's iconic score from The Lord of the Rings at Guildford Cathedral.
A Celebration of Fontaines dc & Kasabian Fontaines c.d., Kazabian
A tribute to Fontaines DC and Kasabian performed live at The Boileroom in Guildford.
The Music of The Lord of The Rings. Tribute to Howard Shore
Experience the iconic music from The Lord of the Rings films in a concert at Guildford Cathedral.
Sempa & Cunning mc
DnB event featuring live PA by Cunning MC and supporting DJs at Thirty3Hz.
Saturday 25th July
Portobello Comedy Club
Portobello Comedy Club hosts a lineup of fresh stand-up talent at UNDR Ladbroke Grove.
Guildford Record Fair
Guildford Record Fair returns to G Live Guildford with vinyl collections and rare records.
Taste of The Caribbean Food & Drink Festival
An outdoor festival featuring Caribbean street food, live music, funfair rides, and rum punch at Merrist Wood College.
Discover The Meaning of The Roman Catholic Mass - Public Talk Series
A public talk series at St Augustine's Abbey explores the meaning and significance of the Roman Catholic Mass.
Magic of Thailand Festival in Guildford
The Magic of Thailand Festival offers a taste of Thai culture and cuisine in Guildford.
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
A tribute band performs iconic Fleetwood Mac hits at G Live in Guildford.
Younightmusic Presents Chopper & Mason Cooper
YouNightMusic brings DJ Chopper and Mason Cooper to Thirty3hz for an evening of music.
Sunday 26th July
The Reggae Rooftop - London - Sun 26th July
Live reggae music performance at Freight Brixton rooftop on Sunday afternoon.
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