What’s On

Rochester Cathedral has a vibrant programme of concerts, exhibitions and activities throughout the year. There is something for everyone.

We publish information about our upcoming events here and on our social media pages.

On occasion, Rochester Cathedral is closed for large events or services. Please check for any upcoming closures here

 

Coming soon at Rochester Cathedral

Upcoming events
Women in Suffering and Cause & Effect | Exhibitions by Randa Saab
Oct 21
Women in Suffering and Cause & Effect | Exhibitions by Randa Saab

An exhibition of sculpture by Randa Saab focussing on the issues of the violence and trauma experienced by women and children, particularly in the Middle East.

Accompanied by Cause and Effect

Cathedral and Café closed to visitors all day.
Nov 19
Cathedral and Café closed to visitors all day.

We will be closed to visitors all day on the 19th November

Rochester Choral Society perform Brahms Requiem
Nov 23
Rochester Choral Society perform Brahms Requiem

Rochester Choral Society celebrate 151 years of community music with a massed choral and orchestral performance of the magnificent A German Requiem by Johannes Brahms.

Composed after the death of Brahms’ mother, the music traces a journey of grief: there is sorrow, anger, and pain, but also warmth, brightness, and calm.

Ticketed

Advent Carol Service and Procession
Dec 1
Advent Carol Service and Procession

All are welcome to join us at this special service as we mark the beginning of the season of Advent.

2024 Highlights

Don't miss in 2024
Christmas Carol Concert
Dec 14
Christmas Carol Concert

Rochester Cathedral’s renowned choir returns for our popular Christmas Carol concert, one of the highlights of the festive season. Buy your tickets now for this very special event, suitable for the whole family.

Ticketed event - charges apply

Handel's Messiah at Rochester Cathedral
Dec 19
Handel's Messiah at Rochester Cathedral

Following their sell-out tour in 2023, Wild Arts brings their trademark fresh and innovative approach to Handel's legendary telling of the Christmas story to Rochester Cathedral for the first time.

Ticketed

Upcoming closures

At times the Cathedral will close for special events and services. These are updated regularly and visitors are encouraged to check here before visiting.

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Cathedral and Café closed to visitors all day.
Nov 19
Cathedral and Café closed to visitors all day.

We will be closed to visitors all day on the 19th November

Cathedral closed from 2pm, Café remaining open
Nov 27
Cathedral closed from 2pm, Café remaining open

Cathedral closed from 2pm, Café remaining open

Cathedral closed to visitors from 12.30pm, Café open (Copy)
Dec 9
Cathedral closed to visitors from 12.30pm, Café open (Copy)
Cathedral closed to visitors from 12pm, Café open
Dec 10
Cathedral closed to visitors from 12pm, Café open

Music & Performance

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Rochester Choral Society perform Brahms Requiem
Nov 23
Rochester Choral Society perform Brahms Requiem

Rochester Choral Society celebrate 151 years of community music with a massed choral and orchestral performance of the magnificent A German Requiem by Johannes Brahms.

Composed after the death of Brahms’ mother, the music traces a journey of grief: there is sorrow, anger, and pain, but also warmth, brightness, and calm.

Ticketed

Christmas Carol Concert
Dec 14
Christmas Carol Concert

Rochester Cathedral’s renowned choir returns for our popular Christmas Carol concert, one of the highlights of the festive season. Buy your tickets now for this very special event, suitable for the whole family.

Ticketed event - charges apply

Handel's Messiah at Rochester Cathedral
Dec 19
Handel's Messiah at Rochester Cathedral

Following their sell-out tour in 2023, Wild Arts brings their trademark fresh and innovative approach to Handel's legendary telling of the Christmas story to Rochester Cathedral for the first time.

Ticketed

Just Floyd
Feb 13
Just Floyd

Under Mars | War & Peace

The UK’s most authentic live Pink Floyd tribute band return to Rochester Cathedral to perform under Mars Last time all tickets sold out so book soon to avoid disappointment.

Ticketed

Bowie by Candlelight
Feb 14
Bowie by Candlelight

Under Mars | War & Peace

We are delighted to bring you Bowie by Candlelight, featuring 'David Live' The David Bowie Tribute Show. An incredible night of Bowie anthems including 'Let's Dance', 'Starman', 'Life on Mars', 'Rebel Rebel' and more, performed at the beautiful Rochester Cathedral by Candlelight.

Ticketed

A Kinda Dusty Event

Interstellar 10
Feb 26
Interstellar 10

Under Mars | War & Peace

Roger Sayer, the original organist to the film Interstellar performing from the original score by Hans Zimmer is a highlight for organ enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Ticketed

The Music of the 80s
Feb 27
The Music of the 80s

Under Mars | War & Peace

Get ready as we bring you the biggest 80s party show!

Ticketed

A Wow! Events Show

The Rocketman - A Tribute to Elton John
Feb 28
The Rocketman - A Tribute to Elton John

Under Mars | War & Peace

Join us as The Rocket Man and our amazing live band take you down the Yellow Brick Road with two hours of glorious Elton hits, including, Saturday Night’s Alright, Crocodile Rock, I Guess That’s Why They Call it the Blues, Daniel, I’m Still Standing, Philadelphia Freedom, Your Song and many, many more.

Ticketed

A Wow! Events Show

Exhibitions

Events input
Women in Suffering and Cause & Effect | Exhibitions by Randa Saab
Oct 21
Women in Suffering and Cause & Effect | Exhibitions by Randa Saab

An exhibition of sculpture by Randa Saab focussing on the issues of the violence and trauma experienced by women and children, particularly in the Middle East.

Accompanied by Cause and Effect

Picturing Peace Exhibition
Nov 5
Picturing Peace Exhibition

Which makes Picturing Peace a remarkable testimony to the resilience, hope and desire for reconciliation among those who are the future of this troubled region.

All were painted by Syrian children aged 9-12, as part of Awareness Foundation’s Little Heroes programme. Through therapeutic teaching, play, art, music and sports, Little Heroes seeks to rebuild those shattered childhoods.

Family Activities

Events input
Messy Cathedral
May 31
Messy Cathedral

Messy Cathedral will return in 2025. Details to be released in 2025.

Tours and Talks

Come on a guided tour of Rochester Cathedral or come along to a talk.

Events input
November guided tours
Nov 1
November guided tours

Discover Rochester Cathedral on a guided tour this Npvember. Tours run throughout the month.

How to get here for an event

Rochester Cathedral has good transport links with Kent, London and the South East. We are situated just outside London. Rochester Station is just five minutes walk from the Cathedral and the train takes just 35 minutes from Central London. Find out how to get here on our visiting information page