What's on this weekend in Kingston: Christmas card craft, climate comedy, santa's grotto and more
By Emily Dalton
14th Dec 2023 | Local News
Welcome to your weekly What's on in 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 FREE event using the Nub It button!
All Weekend
Peter Pan, Rose Theatre
Chasing his runaway shadow, a mischievous young boy crash lands through an open window and meets a headstrong young girl not yet ready to face growing up. With a sprinkle of fairy dust, they take flight on a whirlwind festive voyage over pirate ships, through mermaid lagoons and into the heart of Neverland.
Friday 15 December
Oil I want for Christmas, FUSEBOX, 8-10pm
With fossil fuel companies reporting record profits this year, there's lots to celebrate – so we've spent our oily big bucks on a stocking full of entertaining treats for your consumption. Expect climate comedians, merry drinks, silly games – and maybe even a present from Santa… unless you've been too naughty! Ho-Ho-Hosted by Comedy vs Climate Change, a collective of comedians working to tackle the climate crisis. They've put on comedy gigs and community writing workshops all over the UK and believe that humour is a vital tool in the fight for environmental justice.
Loud Women Xmas Party, The Fighting Cocks, 7:30pm
A cracking line-up of rock/punk girl bands, singing duos and a one-woman guitarist to get the energy going on a Friday night. Featuring: Comic Sans, COWZ, Deuxes and GILAN.
Saturday 16 December
Christmas Card Craft, Kingston Library, 10:30-11:30am
Suitable for 5-11yrs. This is a free event! Have some fun creating a never-ending Christmas card! Drop in any time between 10am – 11:30am.
Elf Screening, FUSEBOX, 11:30am-1:30pm
Join FUSEBOX for a relaxed festive film experience this December. It offers a laid-back, social atmosphere where you can unwind and enjoy a classic film with friends and family. You can also take your pick from a wide range of hot and cold beverages served at its Box Bar – Café.
Save The World Club Christmas Grotto, 18 Southsea Road, 5-8pm
Something Santa this way comes! The club is inviting people to bring their little ones along for an evening of jollity as Santa Claus comes to town to hear what every youngster wants to get this Yuletide and to give out an extra little gift of his own to all the lucky boys and girls.
Our Christmas Concert is a great way to get into the Christmas spirit with your family and friends. Ronald Corp's delightful A Christmas Mass, based on festive melodies, forms the centrepiece of our Christmas concert, which also includes seasonal favourites and carols for the audience to join in singing, all fuelled by interval drinks and mince pies.
Sunday 17 December
LAST DAY: Original Arts & Crafts by Kingston University Students, Bentall Centre
Kingston University's Studio KT1 is excited to gather our fantastic students and give them a platform to showcase their work in conjunction with the Bentall Centre. Studio KT1 is a unique design studio run by and for the students at Kingston University to help them get a head start in the creative industry.
The market will feature a range of original, handmade goods, from jewellery and fine art prints to ceramics and stationery. Fridays (10am-6.30pm), Saturdays (10am-6.30pm) and Sundays (11am-4.30pm).
Sunday Night Quiz, The Albion, 7:30pm
Get your thinking caps on and sharpen your competitive streak with a pub quiz! 1st prize is a £50 tab voucher with rollover jackpot questions. Food served until 10pm.
Kingston Christmas Markets, Market Place
Get into the festive spirit at Kingston Christmas Market, one of the most magical Christmas markets in London. Wander around under twinkling fairy lights, enjoy a mug of mulled wine and choose from an assortment of delicious food to get you in the Christmas spirit. Grab your winter warmers and head over to the traditional market town of Kingston-Upon-Thames this Christmas.
Santa's Grotto, Fenwicks
Make Fenwick part of your festive traditions with a visit to the magical Santa's Grotto at Fenwick Kingston from 22 November – 24 December 2023. Immerse yourself in the magical Grotto – complete with Santa's picture-ready sleigh, singing reindeers and cheeky elves who'll invite you to get crafty.
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