Find out what to see and do this year across the borough
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See what's on over the coming months in Bexley
Curtains
Bird College's production of this comedic whodunit will run from 26 February to 7 March. Set in 1959 Boston at the Colonial Theatre, Curtains kicks off with the opening night of a new musical overshadowed by the sudden death of its lead actress onstage. As suspicion falls on everyone involved, a detective with a passion for musical theatre steps in to solve the mystery.
ARTISTICA Annual Exhibition
This collaborative exhibition by many artists will be available to view at Stables Gallery, Hall Place until 25 March. Each exhibit, unique in its own right, will encompass the creativity and imagination of the group’s members.
Soul in the Spring
On Sunday 1 March, chill out to a great afternoon of the best in motown, philly, jazz funk and soul in the Historic House of Hall Place with DJ Martybobs.
Health and Wellbeing Taster Sessions
Find out about a new series of free health and wellbeing taster sessions starting soon for over 50s who live in the Sidcup, Blackfen, Footscray or Bexley Village area. Whether you’re curious about gentle exercise, mindfulness or simply want to explore new ways to feel your best, these short sessions are the perfect starting point. Taking place on Thursdays at Sidcup Library.
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance
Based on a short story, which inspired the 1962 John Ford movie masterpiece starring John Wayne and James Stewart, this unique stage adaptation is a gripping and thrilling story of love, loyalty, pride and sacrifice set against the back drop of a lawless society. The Geoffrey Whitworth Theatre, 7 to 14 March.
Small Change in Muddy Waters
Iin 2020 Sean Clarke stumbled upon mudlarking and it changed his life. He found peace and spirituality in the magic of the River Thames giving up its secrets on every tide. This local history talk will take place on Saturday 14 March at Central Library.
Mother's Day Afternoon Tea
Treat your mum to a delicious afternoon tea, while vocalist Mark Sedgewick performs the best of ratpack, swing and timeless classics in the atmospheric Great Hall, Hall Place on Sunday 15 March!
The Campfire Killer Murder Mystery
Dinner, drama and deadly deeds await at this murder mystery meal in which you are the detective! With stolen mascots, sabotaged sausages and a deadly case of sibling rivalry, this murder mystery at Hall Place serves lashings of laughter alongside your dinner on Friday 20 March!
Easter Garden Trail: Bunny Egg-Olympics
Hop into spring with Hall Place's fun-filled easter garden trail running from 21 March to 12 April 2026. Explore the beautiful gardens at Hall Place while taking part in energetic bunny‑themed challenges and solving trail‑sheet activities along the way.
Ten Texts on Painting: The Problem of Genius
Join artists Andrea Francke and Matthew de Kersaint Giraudeau for a live recording of their podcas, as they try to make theory together and in public. Taking place at TACO on 22 March.
Beetle Field Recorder Day
On March 24, join fellow nature enthusiasts for a day dedicated to finding, identifying, and recording beetles in a relaxed and supportive setting at Lesnes Abbey Woods - all with guidance from beetle specialist Connor Butler!
Flower Pot Painting Workshop
Book your spot for this free famil workshop for children at Lesnes Abbey on March 31! Paint your own spring flower pot and plant flower seeds to either, take home and enjoy or gift as a perfect Easter present.
The Vicar of Dibley
Visit the Edward Alderton Theatre between 28 March to 4 April to enjoy this stage adaptation by Ian Gower and Paul Carpenter based on the original TV series written by Richard Curtis and Paul Mayhew-Archer.
Lesnes Abbey Easter Festival 2026
Lesnes Abbey Easter Festival is back on April 4! With an amazing marketplace, free arts and crafts, face painting, dance workshops, and Easter Bunny visit, plus this year Jack Sparrow sails in too, and magic shows.
Easter Crafts Workshop
Come to Lesnes Abbey Woods on 7 April and do arts and crafts with your children, what better way to spend a morning or afternoon over the Easter Holidays. Each session lasts for 2 hours.
A Monster Calls
Don't miss this Youth Group Production at Geoffrey Whitworth Theatre between 8 to 11 April. Based on the novel written by Patrick Ness which was based on an idea by Siobhan Dowd who sadly wasn’t able to develop this herself before succumbing to illness, enjoy this hauntingly beautiful story about facing fear and overcoming grief.
Jesus Christ Superstar
Bird College's production of this groundbreaking rock opera will run from 16 to 25 April. Portraying the final week in the life of Jesus Christ, and exploring his complex relationships and ultimate sacrifice; this musical revolutionised the genre with its contemporary sound and dramatic intensity.
Her Modulo: Duets
London-based artist and musician Anneke Kampman presents the second iteration of Her-Modulo, with an evening of informal performances and workings-out by Anna Barham, Anneke Kampman, and Rachael Finney. Taking place at TACO! on 17 April.
Four Lines to Dartford
On the face of it, it seems strange that there should be four different ways of travelling by train from Charing Cross to Dartford, a distance of less than 20 miles. Learn about the development of the lines over the last 190 years, what the railway looked like and the sort of trains that you would have travelled on. Taking place at Central Library, Saturday 18 April.
A Night at the Movies Concert
Step into the spotlight for an electrifying night of show-stopping performances, brought to you by Theatre Box Performing Arts Academy on Sunday 19 April, at The Erith Playhouse!
Mollusc Field Recorder Day
Join Imogen Cavadino-Phillips to explore and record the molluscs of Lesnes Abbey Woods on 23 April. Join like-minded nature enthusiasts for a day of finding, identifying and recording slugs and snails!
Here Comes the Sun 2026
Save the date for the Exchange's fourth annual spring craft and beer festival organised with Bexley Brewery! With craft workshops, great food and drink, and fantastic live music, everybody is welcome to this free family friendly festival from Friday 24 April to Sunday 26 April!