What's on in Kingston upon Thames: November and December 2026

November 2026

Ongoing until 9 January: Knit Wits Haus of SIBLING

Friday 12 June 2026 to Saturday 9 January 2027 | Fashion and design exhibition | Kingston Museum, Wheatfield Way, KT1 2PS | Free; normally Thursday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Check holiday opening.

Explore expressive knitwear from SIBLING, with archive garments celebrating colour, humour and individuality. Curated with Kingston School of Art students and supported by The Community Brain, the exhibition connects fashion design with creativity and local identity. Groups of ten or more should contact the museum before visiting.

6 November to 18 December: Jazz Fridays at the Rose

Fridays 6 and 13 November, 4 and 18 December, from 10.30am to 12.30pm | Live café music | Rose Café, 24 to 26 High Street | Free music; food and drink purchased separately.

The Café Jazz Band performs American Songbook favourites in a relaxed morning session. These are four selected dates, rather than a performance every Friday. Drop into the café and enjoy live woodwinds, keys, bass and percussion as the weekend approaches.

11 November: Kingston Remembers

Wednesday 11 November, 1pm to 3pm | Local history and Remembrance Day opening | Kingston Museum, Wheatfield Way | Contact the museum for any special-event arrangements; general museum admission is free.

Discover the First and Second World Wars through Kingston residents' stories and objects. The special opening includes a look at First World War soldier Sidney Kemp's collection, showing how museum material can reveal lives that might otherwise be overlooked.

From 12 November: Kingston Christmas Market

Thursday 12 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027, closed Christmas Day | Seasonal shopping, food and entertainment | Ancient Market Place, Kingston upon Thames | Check trader and food prices individually.

Market stalls open 10am to 6pm Sunday to Wednesday and 10am to 8pm Thursday to Saturday, with 6pm closing on Christmas Eve and Boxing Day. Food and bars stay open later, with their own published schedule. Browse gifts and crafts, then check the current entertainment programme for music and other performances.

14 November: Board Game Day with Shakes and Ladders

Saturday 14 November, 11am to 4pm | Games for families, friends and students | Rose Café, 24 to 26 High Street | Free to play; drop in, no booking needed.

Try a choice of more than 150 board and card games, with options for different ages and experience levels. Shakes and Ladders brings the collection to the café for a day of shared play. Snacks, lunch and drinks are available to buy while you play.

From 25 November: The Wind in the Willows

Wednesday 25 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027, selected performances | Family theatre, recommended ages 5+ | Rose Theatre Main House, High Street | Around two hours including interval; times and ticket prices vary.

Mole, Ratty, Badger and Toad take on the Chief Weasel in Rob Evans' festive adaptation, performed by a professional cast with Rose Youth Theatre. Access performances include audio description on 20 December, BSL on 23 December, and relaxed and captioned shows on 29 December. Check the calendar for times and suitable seats.

December 2026

4 December: Comedy Crackers

Friday 4 December, 7.30pm | Stand-up comedy, strictly ages 14+ | Rose Theatre Main House, High Street | Advance booking; check current ticket prices.

The announced line-up features Jack Dee, Angela Barnes, Andrew Bird, Peter Rethinasamy and Kim Blythe. Expect strong language and adult content; children under fourteen are not admitted, even with an adult. The organiser advises that acts may change because of television or touring commitments.

5 December: The Christmas Troll

Saturday 5 December, 10.30am or 1.30pm | Storytelling theatre, ages 2 to 7 | FUSEBOX Kingston | Tickets from £12; around one hour.

Story Storks and Creative Youth weave local bridge legends into a seasonal story about a lonely troll, generosity and friendship. The venue lists step-free access, wheelchair access and an accessible toilet. Book one of the Saturday public shows; the earlier Thursday and Friday performances are for schools and nurseries.