🗓️ What's On: 28th May-3rd June 2026
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Here’s your guide to what’s happening in and around Shepperton in the next week - events, activities, and a few local highlights.
🎉 Top picks
🐥 Now until Monday 8th June
The Big Duck Trail.
Staines-upon-Thames town centre. A quacking good adventure in Staines, in partnership with MidasPlus and raising money to support their vital work. Families explore the town hunting for colourfully decorated ducks hidden around the Elmsleigh Centre and beyond.
🎭 Thursday 28th - Sunday 31st May, evenings 7.30pm, matinees 2.30pm Sat & Sun
Upstage Surrey: Two One Act Plays.
Riverhouse Barn, Manor Road, Walton on Thames KT12 2PF. Two one-act plays: "The One Thing My Father Taught Me" by Evon Wheeler, and "Surrey Worries" by Tess Townsend. Contact arts@riverhousebarn.co.uk.
🍀 Thursday 28th May 9am-4pm
May Half Term Unplugged Forest Club.
Home Farm Gardens, Walton-on-Thames KT12 3DN. The Unplugged Club's one-day woodland adventure for children aged 7-14. A full day of outdoor fun, away from screens. Book at bookwhen.com/unpluggedkidsclubs.
👋 Thursday 28th May 5-7pm
Shepperton Business Connect.
The Ferry Coffee Shop, Ferry Lane, Shepperton Lock TW17 9LQ. Cohosted by The Sheppertonian and nikibakes. Do you run a business in or around Shepperton? Come and join us. No pitches, no pressure. Just good coffee and conversation with other business owners.
🌅 Thursday 28th May 5-11pm
Sunset Sessions.
Ravens Ait, Portsmouth Road, Surbiton KT6 4HN. After-work drinks, DJs and golden-hour views on a private island in the Thames. Finish work, head to the river and watch the sun go down. Tickets here.
🎸 Thursday 28th May 8.30pm
Geno Washington & The Yo Yo's at The Eel Pie Club.
Eel Pie Club, Twickenham. The legendary soul and R&B singer live with his band The Yo Yo's, playing R&B, blues and soul classics. With an opening set from guitarist and vocalist Tim Hain. Tickets here.
👶 Friday 29th May 9.30-11am
Baby Stay & Play: Sensory Play Special.
Felcott Road, Hersham, Walton-on-Thames KT12 5NS. A free, fun and engaging stay and play session designed for babies, parents and carers.
🎶 Friday 29th May 7-10pm
Simply Whitney: The Concert.
Hampton Inspired Hub, 3 Ashley Road, Hampton. A goosebump-raising concert experience honouring the voice and the songs of Whitney Houston. Not a tribute, a celebration. Tickets here.
🎶 Friday 29th May 7.30pm
Runnymede Jazz Club: Tony Scriven Sunshine Jazz Band.
The Addlestone Centre, Garfield Road, Addlestone KT15 2NJ. The authentic, high-energy sound of New Orleans jazz. Doors 6.45pm, with a raffle in the interval and a licensed bar. Members £12, non-members £14, pay on the door by cash or card. Booking advisable at runnymedejazzclub.chessck.co.uk.
🎙️ Friday 29th May 8.30pm
Crack Comedy Friday.
Ram Jam Records, 46b Richmond Road, Kingston upon Thames KT2 5EE. Some of the London circuit's best comedians at the speakeasy hidden behind The Grey Horse. Book ahead. To reserve a dining table, contact greyhorse@smokd.co.uk and ask to be seated in Ram Jam Records. Tickets here.
🏄♂️ Saturday 30th May 10am-5pm
Wing-Fest 2026.
Queen Mary Sailing Club, Ashford Road, Ashford TW15 1UA. Wing-Fest returns to Queen Mary for its third edition, a day on the water bringing together riders and enthusiasts as wingfoiling continues to grow in popularity. More at queenmary.org.uk.
🛶 Saturday 30th May 10am-1pm
River Thames Big Paddle Clean Up.
Surrey Canoe Club, Thames Side, Laleham, Staines-upon-Thames. A community paddle and litter pick to help clear the Thames between the club and Staines, finishing at the pub. Tickets here.
🏡 Saturday 30th May 10am-4pm
Penton Park Residential Open Day.
Penton Park, Chertsey, Surrey. An open day at the residential park near Chertsey. Stroll through the park, look inside the show homes and meet the team. Virtual video-call tours are also available. More on Facebook.
🔮 Saturday 30th May 1-5pm
Crystal & Spiritual Clearance Sale.
4 Mount Mews, Hampton TW12 2SH. A clearance sale from Just for Today, Healing with Natalie. Crystals, candles, incense, sage, tarot and oracle decks, jewellery and spiritual gifts, all at reduced prices. Pop in for a herbal tea and a browse. More on Facebook.
🕺 Saturday 30th May 2-11pm
Soul All Day.
The Retreat, Staines Road, Staines-upon-Thames TW18 2RT. An all-day Bank Holiday music event, with DJs from Surrey Soul Sensation and (almost) guaranteed sunshine.
🚗 Sunday 31st May 9am-12pm
Runnymede Cars & Coffee Meet Up.
Runnymede Pleasure Gardens. A relaxed monthly meet for car enthusiasts on the last Sunday of the month. In summer it spreads onto the grass and gets busy, so come early. More on Facebook.
🕰️ Sunday 31st May 10am-4pm
Denbies Antiques, Vintage & Collectors Fair.
Denbies Wine Estate, London Road, Dorking RH5 6AA. A treasure trove of antiques, vintage finds and collectables across indoor areas, a covered courtyard and outdoor stalls. Admission and parking free. More info here.
🎤 Monday 1st June 7pm
Michael Ball at The Rose Theatre.
The Rose Theatre, 24-26 High Street, Kingston KT1 1HL. Michael Ball celebrates the release of his new album, Glow, with an all-seated show. Doors 7pm, stage time around 8pm. Admission by e-ticket. Tickets here.
🎨 Tuesday 2nd June 7-9pm
The Paint Club at The Magpie.
The Magpie, 64 Thames Street, Sunbury-on-Thames TW16 6AF. A monthly social painting workshop at the pub, with a different painting each month. No experience required. More info and booking.
✨ Wednesday 3rd June 7-10pm
The Sheppertonian Live!
Bishop Duppas Bowls Club, Bishop Duppas Park, Shepperton TW17 8NE. The Sheppertonian podcast comes out of the headphones and into the room. Two episodes recorded live in front of an audience, with Farrah Charles and Dan Burton from Shepperton Studios and Dik Gregory from the Shepperton Village Fair. The bar is open all evening and is card only. Free tickets here.
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🎭 Thursday 28th–Sunday 31st May 7.30pm (Matinee on 30th and 31st 2.30pm)
Riverhouse Barn, Manor Road, Walton on Thames, KT12 2PF.
Upstage Surrey presents two one act plays:
The One Thing My Father Taught Me by Evon Wheeler. Directed by Callum Stewart. Things are definitely not what they seem!
Surrey Worries by Tess Townsend. Directed by Susan Monteregge
arts@riverhousebar.co.uk
🎶 Friday 29th May. 7.30-9.45pm
Runnymede Jazz Club presents Tony Scriven Sunshine Jazz Band.
The Addlestone Centre, Garfield Road, Addlestone, Surrey KT15 2NJ. Authentic high energy sound of New Orleans Jazz. Doors open 6.45 pm with a raffle in the interval and a licensed bar. Members £12 and Non-Members £14. Pay at the door with cash or card. Advisable to book in advance at the Box Office: 01784 441694 or by email to runnymedejazzclub@hotmail.com or through TicketSource.co.uk. More information on the website www.runnymedejazzclub.chessck.co.uk
If you've ever fancied yourself as a hero of the Thames - now's your chance. The Great Nauticalia Raft Race is back on the 13th of June, part of the Shepperton Village Fair. Two kilometres on the river, homemade rafts, crowds cheering from the bank - and this year's theme is Heroes. So whether your team arrives as caped crusaders, wartime legends, sporting icons, or the unsung heroes of everyday life, the Thames is your stage. Build your raft, dress the part, and paddle for glory. Teams of all kinds can enter, and if you've never built a raft before, Nauticalia can supply the materials and the advice to make sure you actually float. Start your adventure at shepperton-fair.org.
👀 Looking ahead
🤗 Saturday 6th June 2026 10am
Wellbeing Is The New Currency Festival.
Sunbury Manor School. Nursery Road. Sunbury-On-Thames TW16 6LF. Wellbeing Exhibition. Local business showcasing holistic therapies, products, services, Inspiring talks, workshops and classes. More info and tickets here.
🎸 Sunday 21st June 4-7pm
The Plastic Boot Band presents 'Back to the 70s'.
Thames Side Brewery, 1 Hale Street, Staines TW18 4UW. Local Shepperton musicians. The Plastic Boot Band embodies the spirit of the 70s, blending the essence of rock, pop, funk, soul and disco. The band not only pay homage to the legends of the decade but also add their unique spin, inviting audiences to relive the exuberance and nostalgia of a time that celebrated individuality and creative freedom. Tickets here.
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