The Art Escape Halloween Crafts (3Yrs+)
Halloween-themed crafts for children aged three and above at The Lightbox Woking.
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Woking has different sides, from the Shah Jahan Mosque's quiet presence to St. Mary's medieval walls (nearly 900 years old), from Wisley's rose gardens to the canal-side atmosphere at Woking Wharf. But here's the thing: the best local events, openings, and stories get lost in social media. That's why we built The City Brief. Each week, we hand-pick what matters, the brunches worth going to, the history worth knowing, the community moments you'd want to know about. No scrolling needed. Just the information, straight to your inbox.
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Events in Woking This Week
The Art Escape Halloween Crafts (3Yrs+)
Halloween-themed crafts for children aged three and above at The Lightbox Woking.
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Upcoming Events by Category
Culture & Arts
Creating Nightmares: an Evening With Don Campbell
Author Don Campbell discusses his horror writing and dark storytelling at Woking Library.
Secrets, Destiny And Fantasy Worlds: an Afternoon With Ricky Smith
Author Ricky Smith discusses his new fantasy novel, world-building, and self-publishing at Woking Library.
Natural History Museum Presents Dinosaurs Live
The Natural History Museum presents a live dinosaur exhibit at Woking Theatre.
Ken Bruce - You, me & The Music
Ken Bruce hosts a live music discussion and performance event at Woking Theatre.
Ingram Collection: People Watching
The Ingram Collection: People Watching exhibition opens at The Lightbox in Woking.
Family & Kids
The Art Escape Halloween Crafts (3Yrs+)
Halloween-themed crafts for children aged three and above at The Lightbox Woking.
October Half Term 2026
October Half Term activities at The Lightbox Gallery & Museum for families.
Halloween Family Day 2026
Families celebrate Halloween with crafts, storytelling, and costume fun at The Lightbox Gallery & Museum.
Haunted Mansion Workshop
Participants create haunted mansion-themed crafts at The Lightbox Gallery & Museum.
Nightlife & Music
Trick or Beat at The Spanglish Haunted House
The Spanglish Haunted House returns with house music, DJs, and spooky vibes for Halloween.
Beans on Toast
Folk troubadour Beans on Toast performs a live show in Aberdeen at The Tunnels.
Orange at Camden Palace (Koko) Part 5
Orange returns to KOKO for Part 5 of its Camden Palace reunion series with old skool dance events.
Romesh Ranganathan Will Change Your Life
Comedian Romesh Ranganathan performs his new stand-up show at Woking Theatre.
Shopping & Markets
Printmaking Christmas Cards With jo Boddy
Artists create Christmas cards using printmaking techniques in a workshop at The Lightbox.
Featured Places in Woking
Theatre
New Victoria TheatreThe New Victoria Theatre is a large theatre in Woking’s Peacocks Centre, a convenient spot for shopping and entertainment.
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Woking Leisure CentreWoking Leisure Centre is a leisure centre on Kingfield Road, close to Woking Park.
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Anytime FitnessAnytime Fitness Woking is a Fitness Center on Chertsey Road, connecting Woking town with surrounding areas.
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Beijing RestaurantBeijing Restaurant is a Chinese restaurant on Lockfield Drive in Woking.
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BrasileiroBrasileiro is a café and grocery store serving Brazilian cuisine in Woking.
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Things to do in Woking
What's on in Woking offers a variety of activities for locals and visitors. Things to do in Woking include outdoor festivals, garden events, theatre performances, and food celebrations. Events in Woking take place throughout the year and cover live music, theatre, markets, food, and family activities. Whether you're interested in culture, fitness, nightlife, or family activities, you can find something happening in town and the surrounding areas. Woking's event calendar reflects the town’s mix of history and culture. You can find garden festivals at Wisley Garden, food events celebrating local cuisine, theatre performances at community venues, and cultural activities near historic landmarks like St Peter's Church in Old Woking and the Shah Jehan Mosque. Woking Wharf, a short drive away, offers a canal-side setting for seasonal brunches and relaxed gatherings. Markets and Shopping & Markets events provide opportunities to browse local goods, while family activities and outdoor events keep younger visitors engaged. This site helps you find events this week and this weekend in Woking, organised by category. Browse by event type such as Food & Drink, Family & Kids, Culture & Arts, Nightlife & Music, or Fitness & Outdoors. You can also explore listings by venue or use our local guides to plan your visits around the town’s neighbourhoods and key attractions.
Common Woking Questions
### Are there family-friendly things to do in Woking? Woking provides a good selection of family activities. The Lightbox hosts regular workshops and seasonal events, including art and themed days. Wisley Garden, established by the Royal Horticultural Society, features rose gardens, glasshouses, and rock gardens for children to explore. Woking Wharf offers a canal-side location for family outings. Shawfield Park provides outdoor activities, and the site’s Family & Kids category lists children's events at these and other venues. ### Which Woking venues host the most events? The Lightbox is a central cultural venue, hosting art exhibitions, local history displays, and community events. The Rhoda McGaw Theatre, near New Victoria Theatre, stages drama and performances. Woking Wharf, 1.5 kilometres from the town centre, hosts seasonal gatherings. These venues anchor the town’s event calendar, offering activities across Food & Drink, Culture & Arts, and Family & Kids categories. ### Where can I find live music in Woking? Woking’s Nightlife & Music listings cover events at local venues and theatres. LOFT Sky Bar, on the 22nd floor of the Hilton Woking, offers evening entertainment with views. The Rhoda McGaw Theatre hosts performances and showcases local talent. Browse the Nightlife & Music category on the site for current gigs and performances. ### What are the most popular event categories in Woking? The site organises events into six categories: Food & Drink, Family & Kids, Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, Fitness & Outdoors, and Shopping & Markets. Food & Drink includes brunches at Woking Wharf. Culture & Arts showcases exhibitions at the Lightbox and theatre performances. Family & Kids offers workshops and seasonal activities. Each category reflects the interests of residents and visitors. ### What kinds of events happen in Woking during the week? Woking's weekly event schedule includes theatre productions at the Rhoda McGaw Theatre, food experiences, art exhibitions at The Lightbox, and cultural programmes. Events take place across all six categories, from morning workshops to evening entertainment. Culture & Arts, Food & Drink, and Family & Kids events feature prominently. Check the site’s listings to discover what’s happening each week.