Free Saturday afternoon concert - Mariia Zhornikova - piano
2026-01-31 16:30 - 17:30 UTC | St Martins, Church Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PX, United Kingdom
Moving to the UK after the start of the war in Ukraine, Mariia has continued her piano studies in Oxford and has given a number of solo recitals in London and beyond. We’re delighted to welcome her to be a part of our Saturday afternoon Music @ St Martin’s concerts. She plays music by Debussy and Granados and offers us the chance to hear works by her fellow Ukrainians – Lyatoshinsky, Sylvestrov and Shukailo.
The concert lasts about an hour
Admission is free but donations are asked from those who can.

Ramadhan Fair London 2026
2026-02-08 11:00 - 17:00 | Epsom Racecourse, Tattenham Corner Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5LQ
“Ramadhan Fair London, organised by Inspiring Community Events, returns this year for its fourth consecutive year, bringing together families, small businesses, and the wider community to celebrate the holy month of Ramadhan.
Taking place from 11:00am to 5:00pm at Epsom Downs Racecourse, the family-friendly event offers a welcoming day out featuring halal food vendors, modest fashion, gifts, faith-inspired products, and children’s activities.
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Coffee shop launch event
2026-02-21 14:00 - 18:00 | Green and Bean, 19, High Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 8DD, United Kingdom
We are excited to be opening our new independent coffee shop in Epsom High Street. Our Launch event is 2pm til 6pm with live music. We welcome the local community

Free Concert - Red House Rhythm & Blues
2026-02-21 16:30 - 17:30 | St Martin’s Church, Church Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PX
Rhythm & Blues has its roots in the spirituals of the African American slaves, but since the middle of the last century its blend of gospel, jazz and pop has been loved the world over. St Martin’s Church is delighted to welcome back to its afternoon concert series the wonderfully entertaining duo of Chris Hollingshurst and Danny Wignall who show how magical and fun this music is.
Admission free but we ask for donations from those who can.

Gala Concert, Band of the Irish Guards
2026-02-21 19:30 - 21:30 | The Epsom Playhouse, Ashley Avenue, Epsom, Surrey, United Kingdom
By popular demand we are delighted to welcome to Epsom Playhouse the Band of His Majesty’s Irish Guards. The Band is comprised of musicians from the Royal Corps of Army Music and is one 14 Regular Army Bands in the British Army. It was formed on 1st April 1900, to commemorate the bravery of the men from the Irisg Regiments who fought with distinction in the South African campaigns.
The Band has a worldwide reputation for performing outstanding and spectacular concerts to packed houses in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world to critical acclaim. They can be seen performing for Changing of the King’s Guard at Buckingham Palace and also the King’s Birthday Parade.
Come along and enjoy one of the top Military Bands in the Armed Forces today in, what promises to be, a spectacular evening of top quality entertainment.

SOLD OUT - Mario Bukana
2026-02-26 19:30 - 22:00 | Comrades Club, The Parade, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5BT, United Kingdom
Now sold out. Book early for March 26th. London-based guitarist, singer, composer and band-leader Mario Bakuna is a driving force on the home and international scene taking Brazilian jazz to audiences as far afield as Egypt, Madagascar, Canada and Azerbaijan, while closer to his adopted home Mario has played many of the UK venues that count, including the Royal Albert Hall, Ronnie Scott’s and the Jazz Cafe, as well as jazz clubs and festivals around Europe. In his home town of Sao Paulo, Mario Bakuna studied with prominent musicians including Roberto Bomilcar, the pianist who played with Frank Sinatra during his visit to Brazil, and between touring extensively, Mario has recorded two albums: ‘Where Rio de Janeiro Meets Bahia’ and ‘Brazilian Landscapes’. Expect a rich night of Afro-Brazilian jazz, samba, bossa nova and post-bossa nova.
Mario Bakuna – acoustic guitar & vocals
Davide Mantovani – bass
Duncan Eagles – saxophone
Uccio Gaeta – drums

Surrey Philharmonic Orchestra Concert, 28th February
2026-02-28 19:30 - 21:45 | St Georges Church, Barnett Wood Lane, Ashtead, Surrey, KT21 2DA, United Kingdom
“The Surrey Philharmonia’s first concert of the year will take place on Saturday, 28th February, at St George’s church, Ashtead. It features Mozart’s flute concerto with award winning soloist Daniel Shao. Adapted, by Mozart, from an original oboe concerto, it is said to be an excellent showpiece for a modern virtuosic soloist.
The concert opens with Schumann’s Overture, Sherzo & Finale. Written rapidly in 1841, the work reflects Schumann’s happiness at marrying Clara Wieck.
You will also hear Beethoven’s 8th symphony. Described as compact & witty, it is Beethoven’s penultimate, & shortest symphony.”

Epsom World Day of Prayer Service
2026-03-06 10:00 - 11:15 | St Barnabas Church, Temple Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 8HA, United Kingdom
Everyone is welcome at the World Day of Prayer Service at St Barnabas Church, Epsom on Friday 6 March at 10am. This year the chosen country is Nigeria and the women of Nigeria have prepared a service that speaks to our need for peace and solace, drawing on their faith and experiences. It is based on Matthew Chapter 11 verses 28 to 30: I will give you rest. This truly ecumenical and international service creates a continuous wave of prayer that moves across the world over a total of 36 hours. Note there is limited parking at the venue.

Schools Art Exhibition Epsom Library
2026-03-07 09:30 - 2026-03-12 17:00 | Epsom Library, 6 Epsom Square, KT19 8AG
Saturday 7th-12th March
Primary Schools Art Exhibition Epsom Library
The brightly coloured new mixed media paintings displayed will depict Heads based on Pablo Picasso & Guiseppi Arcimboldo’s Fruit & Vegetable series depicting the Four Seasons as part of the Art National Curriculum. The Art Society Epsom led by volunteer Angie Child has been liaising with these schools over the past 2 years showing their Artworks on the station platforms of Epsom, Ewell and Tattenham Corner. Some of these will also be displayed.
Prize giving at 6pm Friday 6th at Epsom Library

Bach St John Passion Concert
2026-03-07 19:30 - 22:00 | St Martin’s Church, Church Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PX
The renowned Ashtead Choral Society is joined for this performance by a supreme team of soloists and the effervescent Kent Sinfonia orchestra for what promises to be more than a concert: a soundtrack of pain, love, and redemption. Whether you’re into drama, history, or just want to feel something real, this concert is your chance to experience a masterpiece that’s been shaking hearts for 300 years.

International Women's Day - free racquet event
2026-03-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Ebbisham Sports Club, Eastway, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 8SG, United Kingdom
Free event for Women. Ebbisham Sports Club, come and play social and friendly badminton, squash, racketball, tennis, touch tennis, table tennis and High Ball. Followed by free tea, coffee, cake and chat.

Epsom Choral Society – Brahms: A German Requiem and Rheinberger
2026-03-14 19:30 - 22:00 | St Martin’s Church, Church Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PX
This concert features one of the choral masterpieces Brahms’ A German Requiem, performed in a chamber version.
The German Requiem was scored for symphony orchestra and a version for piano duet, but Epsom Choral Society will perform the work in a relatively new arrangement by Iain Farrington. We will be joined by the English Sinfonietta Chamber Ensemble and soloists, Elizabeth Findon and Dominic Sedgwick, and be conducted by Julian Collings.
We will also perform works by Josef Rheinberger: the much-loved motet Abendlied, and his Mass in E flat, a work for double choir, considered to be Rheinberger’s finest work.

Bach Magnificat - Roth Time to Dance
2026-03-21 19:30 - 21:45 | St Martin’s Church, Church Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PX
18th century meets 21st Century in Epsom Chamber Choir’s spring concert where J S Bach’s brilliant Magnificat is paired with Alec Roth’s equally exuberant ‘A Time to Dance’. The Magnificat is popular with singers and audiences alike and ‘A Time to Dance’ consists of numerous short and highly rhythmic movements for choir and soloists. The choir will be joined by the Affinity Chamber Orchestra and expertly directed by their conductor Jack Apperley. With St Martin’s Church providing the ideal acoustics for this programme, the audience can look forward to a memorable and energising concert.

Eco Church Talk at Epsom Methodist Church
2026-03-25 19:30 - 21:00 | Epsom Methodist Church, Ashley Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5AQ, United Kingdom
Eco Church at Epsom Methodist Church will be welcoming William Ward, Co-Founder of Epsom & Ewell Climate Action Network to talk to us about what the organisation can do for us.

Community Wellness Day
2026-03-26 10:00 - 15:00 | Epsom and Ewell Hub, Global House, Ashley Avenue, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5AD, United Kingdom
Epsom and Ewell Hub are hosting a free Community Wellness Day in Epsom on Thursday 26th March.
We will have a variety of wellbeing charities in attendance, we can support you with signposting and will be hosting a range of workshops throughout the day. This event is free to attend.
Event: Community Wellness Day
Where: Epsom and Ewell Hub | Global House, 2nd Floor, 1 Ashley Avenue, Epsom, KT18 5AD
When: Thursday 26th of March between 10am – 3pm – Come anytime

Tomorrow's New Quartet
2026-03-26 19:30 - 22:00 | Comrades Club, The Parade, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5BT, United Kingdom
Tomorrow’s New Quartet are a London-based band compromising some of the UK’s young jazz stars, namely sax player Tom Smith, pianist Sam Watts, electric bass-player Flo Moore and compositional drive behind the band drummer Rod Oughton. Their debut album “All Together, Now!” was released on Ubuntu in 2022, and was given the “Editor’s Choice” review in Jazzwise Magazine. They have toured all over the UK and Ireland, performed the Love Supreme Festival, and got their music onto BBC Radio 3, Jazz FM and London Jazz Radio and streamed over a million times across the streaming platforms. TNQ is one of a number of projects of Oughton’s, who also plays side man to a number of exciting acts including saxophonist Tom Ridout, latin jazz group the Mañana Collective and a vocalist who the EJC crowd are familiar with, Ineza.
Line-up:
Tom Smith – saxophone
Sam Watts – piano
Flo Moore – bass
Rod Oughton – drums

Hammers and Pipes - music for piano & organ
2026-03-28 16:30 - 17:30 | St Martin’s Church, Church Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PX
In this hour-long Saturday afternoon concert local organist and all-round musician Peter Lutton is taking the opportunity to show off the very fine organ and grand piano of Epsom’s St Martin’s Church. Sharing his love of a wide range of musical styles he performs organ music ranging from Handel and Bach to Duruflé and piano compositions from Mozart to Joplin. Admission by donation.
Photo: Andy Scott. licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International license

Dyscover Spring Quiz Night 2026
2026-03-28 18:30 - 22:00 | Jaffe Cafe, South Street, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 2JZ, United Kingdom
Get ready to flex your brain muscles and enjoy a fun night of trivia at Dyscover’s Spring Quiz Night! Hosted by an experienced quizmaster at the lovely Java Caffe in Dorking, all in aid of supporting this great charity.
A delicious pasta supper is included in the £15 entrance, and a fun evening is in store, with a raffle also taking place on the night!
Own drinks purchased at the bar.
Teams of 4-6 people!
Please be sure to send us the names of all members in your team and/or any dietary requirements!
See you there!

People's Emergency Briefing
2026-04-11 14:30 - 16:45 | St Martin’s Church, Church Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PX
Last November experts in their field met in London to hold a high-level briefing, calling for the Government to ensure the public is informed, prepared and protected, in the light of the
current risks from climate change.
The film sets out the scale threats to the UK’s food security, health, infrastructure, economy and national security.
St Martin’s is one of many organisations which are showing the 45 minute film and it will be followed by an opportunity for discussion.
This event is free and all are invited – please register to reserve your place.

A Tribute to Sting & The Police
2026-04-17 19:00 - 21:45 | The Epsom Playhouse, Ashley Avenue, Epsom, Surrey, United Kingdom
Fronted by Sting look and sound-a-like Owen James and his band ‘The
Rozzers’, ‘A Tribute to Sting & The Police’ is the most authentic Sting
tribute in Europe. From Roxanne and Every Breath You Take to Fields of Gold and
Englishman in New York, all the hits are reproduced with stunning
authenticity and vocal accuracy.

The Old Glynians' Reunion DInner
2026-04-17 19:00 - 23:45 | Glyn School Epsom, The Kingsway, Ewell, Epsom, Epsom, Epsom, KT17 1NB, United Kingdom
The 2026 Reunion Dinner will take place at The School on Friday 17 April at 7.00pm for 7.45pm.
A three‑course meal with wine and coffee is included, and a cash‑only bar will run from 6.30pm to 11.00pm, followed by a short address from The President.
Tickets cost £50 for non‑members, £45 for members, and £40 for junior members (within 20 years of leaving). Parties of 10 receive a 10% discount. Vegetarian and special‑diet meals are available on request. Please apply at least seven days in advance; confirmations will be sent by email or phone.

Free Afternoon concert: Women of English Song
2026-04-18 16:30 - 17:30 | St Martin’s Church, Church Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PX
Soprano Christine Cunnold and pianist Richard Harker explore some of the best music of female composers.
Christine & Richard bring into the spotlight the extraordinary talents of female song composers, from Ethel Smyth and Liza Lehmann through to Judith Weir and Madeleine Dring. They delve into the range of styles and topics that female composers have chosen to write, from the serious to the carefree.
Admission Free, but donations asked from those who can.

Living Rivers: Free Community Art Exhibition
2026-04-22 10:00 - 2026-05-22 17:00 | Epsom Square, 1st Floor, Epsom Square, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 8AG, United Kingdom
Welcome to Living Rivers, a free community art exhibition celebrating our deep connection to rivers and the natural world.
Rivers are the lifeblood of our landscapes, yet many face pollution and neglect. Inspired by Robert Macfarlanes’s “”Is A River Alive?””, this community art exhibition brings together local artists, schools, and art groups, including the Royal Marsden and local school, to celebrate the beauty and importance of our rivers and waterways.
Explore a vibrant collection of artwork created by people of all ages from across Epsom and Ewell, each sharing their own unique take on a river’s story, magic, and life-giving energy.
How and what to submit
Artwork size: A4 max
Drawings or paintings
Contact us if you would like to take part: eeclimateactionnetwork@gmail.com
Key Dates
Submission deadline: 27 March 2026
Collection: we’ll personally collect all the art work from schools and art groups
Exhibition: 22 Apr – 22 May 2026

Epsom Jazz Club - Chris Coull Quartet featuring Andy Panayi
2026-04-23 07:30 - 22:00 | Comrades Club, The Parade, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5BT, United Kingdom
Thursday 23rd April 2026 – 7.30pm (doors 7pm)
Comrades Club, The Parade, Epsom.
Chris Coull Quartet featuring Andy Panayi
Two heavyweight English musicians, band leaders, composers and educators will kick off our spring season – trumpeter Chris Coull, who cites Clifford Brown, Freddie Hubbard and Wynton Marsalis among influences and who’s played with Johnny Dankworth, Alan Barnes, Jim Mullen, Ralph Moore, Tony Kofi and American figures including Howard Alden, Jerry Weldon, Richard Johnson and Dominick Farinacci, brings his quartet – which for this gig includes special guest Andy Panayi, who’s a professor of music lecturing at various academies and conservatoires conversant with “all the flues and all the saxophones” and who’s also played with many of the aforementioned faces as well as legends including Hubbard himself, Billy Cobham, Scott Hamilton and Abdullah Ibrahim/Dollar Brand.
Line-up:
Chris Coull – trumpet
Andy Panayi – saxophones and flute
Pete Whittaker – organ
Joe Edwards – drums

49th Epsom Common Association AGM
2026-04-28 20:00 - 22:00 | Christ Church Hall, Christ Church Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 8NE, United Kingdom
We will start with a talk “”The Hogsmill Local Nature Reserve: 25 Years of Progress”” by Stewart Cocker of Epsom & Ewell Borough Council. Then, following an address by the Mayor of Epsom & Ewell Councillor Robert Leach, there will be reports from our Chair and Treasurer. Lastly the committee for 2026-2027 will be elected. Refreshments available afterwards.
Open to all, donations from non-members welcome. Or why not join and support our activities for just £5 per annum?

Epsom and Ewell: East Surrey Unitary Council Hustings
2026-04-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Theatre 53 (formerly the Adrian Mann Theatre) NESCOT, Reigate Road, Ewell, Surrey, KT17 3DS, United Kingdom
EAST SURREY UNITARY COUNCIL ELECTION HUSTINGS
Hosted by Epsom & Ewell Times and NESCOT
7:00pm Wednesday 29th April 2026
THEATRE 53 (formerly The Adrian Mann Theatre NESCOT
Reigate Road Ewell, Surrey
Featuring leading candidates from the main political parties Open to the public
Your chance to question candidates before the election on 7th May
COME ALONG • HAVE YOUR SAY • ASK THE QUESTIONS THAT MATTER

Ukraine Music Evening
2026-05-09 18:00 - 20:30 | Epsom Methodist Church, Ashley Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5AQ, United Kingdom
Join us for a wonderful evening at Epsom’s Methodist Church.
You can come at 6pm for a bring and share finger buffet (soft drinks provided) and then at 7pm we enjoy the great talents of Ukrainian musicians in a full and varied programme until about 8.30pm
All for free and a leaving collection raises funds for the performers.
This will be the 15th Ukraine Music evening in Epsom organised by Lionel Blackman since the 24th February 2022 invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces.

Quiz Night
2026-05-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Christ Church Hall, Christ Church Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 8NE, United Kingdom
Family Fun Quiz Night

Gala Concert
2026-05-16 19:30 - 21:50 | The Epsom Playhouse, Ashley Avenue, Epsom, Surrey, United Kingdom
Enjoy a wonderful evening of song presented by one of the leading male voice choirs in S.E. England at Epsom Playhouse on May 16th at 7:30PM
The program will include a wide range of music encompassing traditional male voice choir standards, arrangements of popular music, well known rock ballads, show tunes
and specially composed music – some of it written for the choir.
Our special guests this year will be the Choir of Laine Theatre Arts
Tickets from www.epsommalevoicechoir.org

Beginners Flower Arranging at Epsom Garden Society
2026-05-20 10:15 - 12:00 | Epsom Sports Club, Woodcote Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 7QN, United Kingdom
We are delighted to welcome back Lynn Sleet who will give us some tips on how to exhibit at our show even if you are a beginner. £2 for members and £3 for non-members to include a cuppa and a ticket for the flower arrangement raffle.
