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REIGATE SUMMER FESTIVAL – 19-21 JUNE
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Storytelling
In this fun and interactive session, Storyteller Helen, will invite children to pick an object from her bag and together will weave a tale about it. Where will your imagination take you?
Suitable for ages from 3 years and up. Entry on a first-come basis. Free event, donations welcome.
For further information visit the events page on Reigate Library's website.
East Surrey Textile Group Workshop for teens: an introduction to applique and simple embroidery
East Surrey Textile Group is a friendly and enthusiastic group of stitchers (from beginners to very experienced) with a great programme of speakers and workshops for all things textile related.
They run a thriving group for young people between the ages of eight and sixteen, who meet on Saturdays about six times a year, getting involved with exciting craft and textile projects. For further information about the group, please visit the East Surrey Textile Group website.
We are delighted that the group will once again be holding two pop-in sessions at Reigate library on Saturday 20th June as part of Reigate Summer Festival. The teen's taster session will run from 10am-12pm, suitable for ages 12-17 years (participants must be accompanied by and adult).
Participants will learn how to stitch, with an emphasis on applique and simple embroidery, creating an embroidered fish design.
Spaces to attend the workshop are strictly limited (10 spaces only). To book a slot please email the Library to avoid disappointment.
Free entry but a small donation per person would be welcome to cover the costs of materials.
Comedy Workshop
Sponsored by The Thornton Group
Run by Comedy Cottage
A rare chance to learn some tricks of the trade from award winning comedy experts, for those who fancy trying their hand at stand-up, or anyone just wanting to improve their public speaking or work presentations – all while having a fun day learning in the beautiful grounds of Reigate Priory Football Club.
The day will culminate with participants performing a showcase of what they've learnt during the workshop. You're encouraged to invite family and friends to come and watch and support you, while you try out newly written jokes, anecdotes and funny stories (with punchlines). You'll hopefully feel more confident and empowered in your new-found skills and more willing to do something out of your comfort zone!
This special one-day workshop will teach participants how to structure stories, deliver presentations (with humour) and find their own funny.
WARNING: Laughter reduces anxiety and stress by releasing endorphins (our body's natural pain killer), dopamine (which makes us happy), serotonin (mother nature's antidepressant) and oxytocin (the love hormone).
Workshop time: 10-4pm with an hour lunch/reflecting and writing period. Tea/coffee/biscuits will be provided, but please bring your own lunch.
Showcase for friends and family: 7-9.30pm
Age 15 years+
Places are extremely limited, booking essential.
Cost for the day: £60 full price/ £40* concession tickets (concession tickets for students/senior citizens or the disabled*). Please note TicketSource adds a booking fee to the cost of the tickets when booking.
*Proof of eligibility is required.
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Jingle Bugs Festival Party!
Come and have a lovely musical time with your little one at our Jingle Bugs Festival Party! Jingle Bugs is an engaging, creative, guitar-led music class, born 15 years ago right here in Reigate!
Suitable for 0 to 5 year olds along with their grown-ups!
Music activities can help develop your child’s language skills, numeracy, motor and social skills, as well as their natural love for music! Share the fun that music can bring with percussive instruments, pom poms, the big parachute, props and puppets! Finishing off with a mini-disco and bubbles a-plenty!
(Regular Jingle Bugs sessions happen every Wednesday am at the Colman Redland centre and every Thursday am at Woodhatch Community Centre. For 0-5 year olds. Facebook @jinglebugsmusic Instagram @missusjingle)
This session will take place at Somers Hall downstairs in the Main Hall.
Tickets are £5 per child (£3 per sibling). To book a spot click here:
*Note Ticketsource adds a booking fee to the cost of tickets when booking. Tickets available on a first-come, first served basis - book early to avoid disappointment!
Young Poets Workshop @ Basil’s
A chance for young and aspiring poets (no experience necessary, beginners welcome!) aged 7yrs to 11yrs to join a fun session enjoying their favourite poems and then creating their own with support from workshop leaders. After the workshop there is an opportunity to perform their chosen poems and their own work to friends and family on the Basil's Performance Poetry Mic!
Run by Richard Oldham, performance poet and curator of local RAW poetry events. This is one for the young creatives - come and have fun with words!
Workshop is 1.5 hours with breaks, parents are asked to remain on site. The performance stage will then follow from 12.30pm to 1pm.
*All participants are asked to bring a print-out of their favourite poem*
Ticket: £8
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All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets only available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note Ticket Source adds a booking fee to the cost of the tickets when booking.
Drawing Workshop with BONE HEAD creator Jamie Gregory
Join BONE HEAD creator Jamie Gregory for a wild mix of chaos and comedy, featuring live drawing and a chance to create your own characters of the underworld. This highly illustrated bone-shakingly hilarious adventure will be sure to top every child’s wish list – perfect for fans of comics and Loki.
Suitable for ages 8yrs+.
All under 16yrs olds must be accompanied by an adult.
It is a ticketed event:
Option 1 - book + ticket option for £10 Option 2 - general admission for £3.
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This event will take place at Reigate Library.
Family Singing Workshop
Join Franklin Music for a fun, inclusive family singing workshop led by Nikki Franklin. Designed for children aged 6+ and their grown ups, this session brings everyone together through song, rhythm and simple vocal harmony. No experience needed, just a willingness to join in. We will learn a song together and explore how singing as a group builds confidence, connection and joy in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
All children must be accompanied by an adult or older sibling (16+).
The workshop will take place downstairs in Somers Hall.
Tickets: £5 Adults // £3 kids
Tickets only available in advance on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note Ticket Source adds a booking fee to the cost of the tickets when booking.
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Hip-hop Dance workshops
Ever fancied learning how to nail those hip-hop dance moves? Now's your chance. An incredible opportunity to work with professional choreographer Lindon Barr from Elementz Academy - he will be giving a series of classes for different age groups on Festival Saturday, from 1pm at Society gym, above Wagamama on Bell St.
Classes cost £10 per head and places are limited. Choose your age group and book early:
1.00pm to 2.00pm - ages 5-11
2.30pm to 3.30pm - ages 12-17
4.00pm to 5.00pm - Adult 18 yrs+
Please note - Under 18s need to be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop. There is a cafe on-site at Society Gym.
*Note Ticketsource adds a booking fee to the cost of tickets when booking. Tickets available on a first come, first served basis - book early to avoid disappointment!
Salsa Family Workshop with Salsabug!
Join the team at SalsaBug for a fun and friendly intro to the uplifting rhythmical dance, Salsa!
SalsaBug are delighted to be once again bringing their intro to Salsa workshop for new beginners to the Reigate Summer Festival. No previous experience or partner required!
Come as a family or on your own to master the basic Salsa steps with Paul and Wendy, known for their infectious energy and ability to inspire confidence on the dance floor. A welcome space where everyone, beginners to experienced dancers, adults & children alike can thrive and connect through the vibrant world of Salsa!
Suitable for Adults and Children (5yrs+). Please note all children under 16yrs must be accompanied by an adult.
This workshop takes place at My Body Rocks (next to Bills).
Tickets: £5 Adults // £3 kids
Tickets only available in advance on a first come, first served basis. Please note TicketSource adds a booking fee to the cost of the tickets when booking.
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Drama Kids – Festival Family Workshop
Join Drama Kids for a fun-filled, family-friendly workshop at the Reigate Summer Festival! Explore creative drama through improvisations, mimes, and scripts.
At Drama Kids, we build confidence, communication, and teamwork using a structured curriculum led by trained teachers. No experience needed—just bring energy and imagination!
Perfect for ages 5–12 and their grown-ups, this special festival interactive session promises laughter, creativity, and a chance to shine. Spaces are limited, so book early!
All children must be accompanied by an adult or older sibling (16yrs+).
The workshop will take place downstairs in Somers Hall.
Tickets: £5 per child £3 sibling discount
Tickets only available in advance on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note Ticket Source adds a booking fee to the cost of the tickets when booking.
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Summer Junk Wreaths – Family Art Workshop
Bring your grown up and come and make a vibrant Summer Junk Wreath to celebrate the festival, in this 90 minute family art workshop. Local artist Kiri from Kiri Jones ART will show you how to have fun with junk and create a wreath to take home!
No experience necessary, just come and have fun! All children must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for ages 5 years +.
All materials will be provided.
Cost: £20 per wreath* / £8 per extra sibling
(* NB Accompanying adults do not have to book a ticket, unless they also wish to make a wreath).
Tickets only available on a first come, first served basis. Please note Ticket Source adds a booking fee to the cost of the tickets when booking.
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This workshop will take place in the Art Room at Somers Hall.
Meet the Author & Book Signing – Alex English
Alex English will be at Waterstones on Festival Sunday to sign copies of her delightfully funny picture books Stop That Dinosaur! and Monkey Bedtime, as well as her swashbuckling Sky Pirate adventure series.
Free event.
Patchwork Scrap Bag Making – Family Workshop
Come and make your own fun and functional bag using recycled fabric at this textiles workshop led by the team from Knights Haberdashery.
Suitable for 8yrs+ and adults.
All under 16yrs must be accompanied by an adult.
Please note use will be made of sewing machines, all participants under 16yrs must be supervised at all times.
All materials will be provided, no experience necessary.
Cost: £15* per participant
(*NB Accompanying adults do not have to book a ticket, unless they also wish to make a bag).
Tickets only available on a first come, first served basis. Please note Ticket Source adds a booking fee to the cost of the tickets when booking,
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This workshop will take place in the Art Room at Somers Hall.
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