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
Rose Pruning Workshop
Mar 13
Rose Pruning Workshop

Join our Head Gardener for expert advice on pruning roses. A fun and informative practical session.

Ticketed

Rochester Choral Society present Haydn: The Creation
Mar 29
Rochester Choral Society present Haydn: The Creation

Rochester Choral Society present Haydn’s :The Creation

Ticketed

Organ Tuning
Mar 31
Organ Tuning

We will be tuning our organ during the day. We have to do this to keep all the pipes working correctly. It can be quite loud and disruptive so we apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Tribute to Hans Zimmer & Film Favourites Illuminated
Apr 10
Tribute to Hans Zimmer & Film Favourites Illuminated

An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer and cinema's most iconic music with a live chamber orchestra illuminated by light!

Ticketed

Don’t miss in 2025

Featured
Women in Scripture: Paintings, Poems and Anthems
Apr 14
Women in Scripture: Paintings, Poems and Anthems

This Holy Week we are celebrating 7 extraordinary women of the Bible in this inspiring exhibition programme by Bishop Graham Kings. Featuring paintings by Silvia Dimitrova, original music by Dr Tristan Latchford and poems by Bishop Graham Kings.

Music & Performance

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Rochester Choral Society present Haydn: The Creation
Mar 29
Rochester Choral Society present Haydn: The Creation

Rochester Choral Society present Haydn’s :The Creation

Ticketed

Tribute to Hans Zimmer & Film Favourites Illuminated
Apr 10
Tribute to Hans Zimmer & Film Favourites Illuminated

An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer and cinema's most iconic music with a live chamber orchestra illuminated by light!

Ticketed

The Choral Pilgrimage: The Sixteen
Apr 26
The Choral Pilgrimage: The Sixteen

The Sixteen return to Rochester Cathedral. A programme for inner peace, combining medieval sounds with the contemporary voices of Arvo Pärt, Will Todd and Anna Clyne.

Ticketed

The Music of Take That
May 14
The Music of Take That

Wow Events present…Get ready to stay up all night as we relight your fire and let The Music of Take That entertain you like never before.

Don’t miss your chance to watch the world come alive tonight—it’s time to move your body and secure your seats for the greatest day of our lives.

Ticketed

Rat Pack Live
May 15
Rat Pack Live

Presented by Wow! Events They were the definition of cool during their Fifties and Sixties Vegas heyday–Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jnr. Rat Pack Live invites you to be part of the gang and features all the patter and razzamatazz of their infamous live shows.

Ticketed

This is Elvis
Jun 4
This is Elvis

Ben Portsmouth brings his jaw-dropping tribute to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll!

Witnessing sellouts on the same Vegas stage as Elvis, to London’s West End, join us for a stunning evening of Elvis’ most loved songs from the 50’s, ’68 comeback and the Vegas years.

Ticketed

Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing
Jul 16
Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing

Join Vox Anima London for the finale concert of the International Children's Choir Festival 2025

Ticketed

Viennese New Year Concert
Jan 17
Viennese New Year Concert

Friends of Rochester Cathedral Event

The City of Rochester Orchestra will perform in a concert of Viennese music in the Cathedral Nave.  This will be the fourth such concert in what has become an annual event and fundraiser.

Pre-booking essential

Exhibitions

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Women in Scripture: Paintings, Poems and Anthems
Apr 14
Women in Scripture: Paintings, Poems and Anthems

This Holy Week we are celebrating 7 extraordinary women of the Bible in this inspiring exhibition programme by Bishop Graham Kings. Featuring paintings by Silvia Dimitrova, original music by Dr Tristan Latchford and poems by Bishop Graham Kings.

Family Activities

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Small Sounds
Mar 13
Small Sounds

Looking for things to do with your baby or toddler in Rochester? Our brand new Small Sounds group is starting in 2025. This is an under 5s music session led by musicians from the Cathedral.

Free, pre-booking essential

Small Sounds
Mar 20
Small Sounds

Looking for things to do with your baby or toddler in Rochester? Our brand new Small Sounds group is starting in 2025. This is an under 5s music session led by musicians from the Cathedral.

Free, pre-booking essential

Small Sounds
Mar 27
Small Sounds

Looking for things to do with your baby or toddler in Rochester? Our brand new Small Sounds group is starting in 2025. This is an under 5s music session led by musicians from the Cathedral.

Free, pre-booking essential

Messy Cathedral
May 31
Messy Cathedral

Messy Cathedral returns to Rochester Cathedral

Tours and Talks

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

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March guided tours
Mar 1
March guided tours

Discover Rochester Cathedral on a guided tour this March. Find out when tours will take place here

April guided tours
Apr 1
April guided tours

Discover Rochester Cathedral on a guided tour this April. Find out when tours will take place here

Adult Learning

Featured
Rose Pruning Workshop
Mar 13
Rose Pruning Workshop

Join our Head Gardener for expert advice on pruning roses. A fun and informative practical session.

Ticketed

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