Welcome to your weekly update of what's on in and around Kingston.

Every Thursday we round up all the eye-catching events occurring in your area over the weekend. 

Read on for Kingston's not-to-be missed outings this week, and remember: you can add your local event for free using the Nub It button in our What's On section!

Kingston Choral Society Summer Concert @ St Andrew's Church – Saturday 22 June

Come listen to an authentic Purcell celebration this weekend. (Photo: Kingston Choral Society)

Kingston Choral Society's summer concert will celebrate the stunning music of Henry Purcell, considered to be the greatest English composer of the Baroque era. 

A virtuoso performer, Purcell was appointed as organist of Westminster Abbey at the young age of 20, Purcell enjoyed rock-star status during his lifetime, and was dubbed the 'Orpheus Britannicus'

The choir will be joined by a quartet of soloists, that are all recent graduates of the prestigious National Opera studio – including Felix Gygli, winner of the 2023 Kathleen Ferrier Award.

"The period instruments of the Purcell Players add further interest and authenticity to a very special evening of music," says the choir.

Tickets cost £17, either pre-booked or on the door. The performance starts at 7:30pm, while an open rehearsal will take place from 2:30pm to 4pm.

Pop-up Board Game Café @ Long Ditton Village Hall – Sunday 23 June

Pop-up board game café Shakes and Ladders is back following the success of its May event. (Photo: Shakes and Ladders)

'We'll bring the games, you bring the crew!'

Come join Shakes and Ladders and Long Ditton Village Hall to unplug from technology and get down to some good old-fashioned board games.

However, with over 100 board and card games to choose from, you can leave the classics in the box if you're looking to shake things up.

With snacks and drinks available throughout your gaming session, what are you waiting for?

The pop-up will run from 1pm to 4:30pm, with tickets starting from £3 for children, and £4 for ages 16 and over. Booking is not required.

Noches de Flamenco @ Clarendon Fine Art, Bentalls – Thursday 20 June

Discover a collection of works from world-renowned artist Fabian Perez. (Photo: Clarendon Fine Art)

Fabian Perez returns to Clarendon Fine Art in Bentalls for a night showcasing his latest collection, Noches de Flamenco.

Perez has painted all manner of portraits, from world figures like the Pope and late Queen Elizabeth II, to Hollywood royalty like Arnold Schwarzenegger.

However, he is arguably best known for his romantic and powerful depictions of the Buenos Ares nightlife which surrounded him in his youth.

This latest collection in Kingston will all be available to purchase.

The evening event from 6pm to 8pm will include a drinks reception, live music, and a chance to meet the artist himself. RSVPing is essential.

Richmond Art Society Summer Exhibition @ Landmark Arts Centre – Friday 21 to Sunday 23 June

'Revenge': these limited edition silkscreen prints will be among a wide variety of work for sale. (Photo: Catherine Sedgewick via Landmark Arts Centre)

Come see what local artists have on offer at The Richmond Art Society Summer Exhibition.

Held at the ever-impressive Landmark Arts Centre, the exhibition will include all manner of art for sale, including watercolours, oils, prints, photographs, sculpture, ceramics and more.

In case that wasn't enough, demonstrations will take place at various times throughout the exhibition too.

The exhibition is open 10am to 5pm on Friday and Saturday, and 10am to 4pm on Sunday. Admission is free, with refreshments available throughout.

For more local events, please check our What's On section here.