Things to do in Whitstable

Whitstable Oyster Festival

Why not relax on the beach with half a dozen oysters and a glass of champagne or take a harbour tour on the Greta Sailing Barge?

East Quay, Whitstable

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Mimes at the East Quay Venue

Following the Fireworks at the East Quay on Friday 11th of September, join us for a late-night celebration with DJ Mimes bringing the beats, energy and perfect…

East Quay, Whitstable

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Talks: Richard Dean MA. Art and Artists 7 Re-runs: Francis and George: Love and Death

George Dyer was a pretty criminal from the East End. Francis Bacon was Britains most famous painter. Their doomed affair led to some of Bacons greatest works.

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

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Talks: Richard Dean MA. Art and Artists 8: FATHER AND SON: THE TWO ROBERT DE NIROS

The younger Robert De Niro is a really good actor who has won two Oscars. The elder De Niro was a really good but unrecognised painter.

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

Studio Sessions 2026: Collage & Abstract Painting: Creative Fusion Workshop with Kim O'Neil

Spend a full, expressive day exploring the vibrant meeting point between collage and abstract painting.

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

Family Art Club : Oil Pastel Fruit & Veg

Juicy Fruit Drawings This month we will be using oil pastels to create our artwork!

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

Family Art Club : Juicy Fruit Drawings

Juicy Fruit Drawings This month we will be using oil pastels to create our artwork!

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

Childrens Halloween Disco with Buffet

Spooky Fun at Whitstable Castle! Get your costumes ready and join us for our Halloween Disco from 5.30pm 7.30pm Come along a little earlier and tuck into our Ha…

Whitstable Castle & Gardens, Whitstable

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The History Of Witchcraft & Women: Magic, Rituals And The Patriarchy

Uncover the fascinating history of witchcraft and how patriarchal ideas shaped the image of a witch.

South Quay, Whitstable

Talks: Richard Dean MA. Art and Artists 8: THE PRINCIPLES OF ART HISTORY

Thats the title of a classic text by a Swiss historian but really, theyre five principles for understanding what we see when we look at art.

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

The Monthly Whitstable Wine Club 2026: SEPT IS "GRAPE OFF" MONTH: A LOOK AT SAUV BLANC AND MERLOT!

JOIN THE WHITSTABLE WINE CLUB in association with The Offy! 7-8:30pm every last Thursday of the month in The HorsebridgeThis is not a wine school or a serious w…

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

Talks: Richard Dean MA. Art and Artists 8: CUBES AND CUBISTS

Picasso, Braque, Gris and Leger were the founders of Cubism; the most significant innovation in art since the Renaissance.

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

October Quiz Night

The South Quay Shed's new Quizmaster is flying with a provisional licence; come and see what all the fuss is about!He's been quizzing since he was a young lad.

South Quay, Whitstable

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Talks: Richard Dean MA. Art and Artists 8: CREATIVE PARTNERS

Sometimes artists are lucky enough to find friends who share their ideas and support their work.

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

Cka Quiz Night

Test Your Knowledge of The Arts

The Duke Of Cumberland, Whitstable

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Talks: Richard Dean MA. Art and Artists 8:BERTHE MORISOT

Morisot was one of the first and most committed of the Impressionists and one of the most interesting and exciting of them all.

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

South Quay Shed Live Lounge Presents: Luna Rays

Join us for an evening with Luna Rays Acoustic Duo at South Quay Shed.Bringing harmony-infused acoustic pop, folk & rock classics with stripped-back style and f…

South Quay, Whitstable

Studio Sessions 2026: Abstract Autumn Workshop with Kim O'Neil

A oneday workshop exploring naturalistic colour mixing, seasonal palettes, and abstract responses to autumns shifting atmosphere.Youll begin with a guided colou…

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

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Talks: Richard Dean MA. Art and Artists 8: NICOLAS DE STAEL

Stael became an art superstar in the 1950s. He had coped with poverty but sudden success was another matter. Heres his story.

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

Little Monsters Halloween Disco

Little Monster Halloween Disco Get ready for a spook-tacular evening of music, dancing, and Halloween fun at our Little Monster Halloween Disco!Join us at South…

South Quay, Whitstable

Studio Sessions 2026: Absolute Beginners - The Art Class for Adults

If you have been wanting to learn how to draw and paint, but don't have a clue where to start, then this class is for you! Debbie Swann from Cygnini Creative wi…

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

Talks: Richard Dean MA. Art and Artists 8: EDWARD HOPPER

A talk about Americas senior Realist and the places and meanings of his haunted art.

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

The Monthly Whitstable Wine Club 2026: OCTOBER IS WINTER WARMER WINES

JOIN THE WHITSTABLE WINE CLUB in association with The Offy! 7-8:30pm every last Thursday of the month in The HorsebridgeThis is not a wine school or a serious w…

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

Art Decades: Money Changes Everything

Cries of sell-out have haunted many a musician who originally embarked on an artistic crusade.

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

November Quiz Night

Brace yourself for a quiz night like no other, where tantalizing food, refreshing drinks, and an unbeatable atmosphere converge!Our new dynamic quiz master will…

South Quay, Whitstable

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Remembrance Sunday Talk with Richard Dean MA: War in the Sky

From 1942-45 the German Luftwaffe and the US Eighth Air Force would fight the longest continuous battle of World War 2.

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

I Want it All - A Night of Queen

For over a decade, I WANT IT ALL - A Night Of QUEEN have been blowing peoples minds in the UK, Europe and India.The show features the sensational Joe Tilly, cri…

Playhouse Theatre, Whitstable

The Monthly Whitstable Wine Club 2026: NOVEMBER IS DEEP DIVE INTO SHERRY

JOIN THE WHITSTABLE WINE CLUB in association with The Offy! 7-8:30pm every last Thursday of the month in The HorsebridgeThis is not a wine school or a serious w…

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

Art Decades: Country Roads

The Art Decades series has touched on the psychogeography of rock in an urban setting before, but this Art Decades hits the road and explores the pervasive infl…

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

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South Quay Shed Country Collective Presents: Florence Sommerville

A double winner at the 2025 UK Country Music Awards, when she was named both UK Country Artist of the Year and UK Female Country Singer of the year.Florence is…

South Quay, Whitstable

Christmas Wreath Workshop with Fabulous Flowers by Jo Taylor

Join Jo for some festive fun hand crafting your own Christmas Door WreathYou will learn how to moss, add seasonal foliage and decorate with seasonal natural mat…

South Quay, Whitstable

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Studio Sessions 2026: Abstract Expressionist Painting + Creative Meditation Workshop with Kim O'Neil

A spacious, expressive workshop combining guided meditation with energetic, intuitive abstract painting.We begin with a short grounding meditation designed to q…

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

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Studio Sessions 2026: Abstract Pebbles Workshop with Kim O'Neil

This gentle, meditative session explores the quiet beauty of pebble forms through colour, layering, and simple composition.

The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable

The Comedy Club - Christmas Spectacular!

Get ready for the best comedy night of the year!A hilarious night packed with festive fun and non-stop laughs - the perfect way to enjoy the run up to Christmas…

South Quay, Whitstable

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New York City Nights

NYC Nights lands on the shoreline with the spirit of New Yorks most iconic dance floors-where timeless house and classic disco collide.

East Quay, Whitstable

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The Rod Stewart Songbook

The Rod Stewart Songbook’s spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Rod Stewart, featuring Pete McCall, Europe’s foremost tribute.

Playhouse Theatre, Whitstable

Christmas Disco

Christmas DiscoGet into the festive spirit at our Christmas Discoa night of great music, good vibes, and seasonal cheer at South Quay Shed!Join us for an unforg…

South Quay, Whitstable

Hullabaloo Famous Christmas Party

Hullabaloo Famous Christmas party Saturday 19th December 2026.The Umbrella Centre, Kent, CT5 1DD Saturday 19th December 2026Hullabaloo are putting on their Famo…

Whitstable Umbrella Centre, Whitstable

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The Ultimate Commitments and Blues Brothers Experience

In a show that has been described as “absolutely amazing” and “truly authentic”, take a trip down memory lane as you hear the best songs from The Commitments an…

Playhouse Theatre, Whitstable

The George Harrison Project

Not to be missed!Here comes the perfect tribute to a Beatles legend! Enjoy the UK's leading live music tribute to George Harrison, performing his best-loved hit…

Playhouse Theatre, Whitstable

DS:UK Tribute To Dire Straits

1991 brought us the final Dire Straits album - On Every Street - and was commemorated by an enormous 2 year world tour that was one of their most successful to…

Playhouse Theatre, Whitstable