Events
Discover vibrant events at Turner—talks, performances, and special activities that spark creativity and bring the community together.
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Fri 16 Oct 2026, 11.15am-12.15pm
Free entry, booking advised
Led by our Engagement Assistants, this tour uses creative audio description to explore key artworks and themes in the exhibition. It is designed for blind and visually impaired visitors.
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Every Friday from 16 October, 3.30–4.15pm
Free, booking advised
Experience 'Sophie Calle: Something Missing?' through an interactive tour designed to encourage deep looking and drawing.
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Every Saturday from 17 October, 11.30am–12pm
Free, booking advised
Discover the stories behind the works of art during our fun, hands-on Family Highlight Tours.
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Fri 23 Oct 2026, 6–8pm
£12 low income / £15 standard entry / £18 pay it forward
Join acclaimed writer, critic and curator Martin Gayford for a special evening exploring the life, work and ideas of David Hockney.
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Sat 24 Oct 2026, 10.30–11.45am & 1.30–4.00pm
Children £3.50 / Adults £5 / Family Ticket (2 adults + 2 children) £15
Imaginative film experiences for children and families, featuring playful screenings, sensory cinema, hands-on creative activities, and colourful adventures inspired by light, storytelling, and the magic of film.
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The last Friday of every month, 5pm–sunset
Free
Join us on the terrace for free guided lessons in a wonderful array of Latin and African dance styles and music, including Salsa, Tango, Kizomba, Bachata, and more.
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Sat 7 & Sun 8 Nov 2026, 11am–4pm
Free entry
Unique, handmade pieces created by local independent makers, artists and craftspeople.
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Sat 9 Nov 2026, 12–1pm
Free, booking advised
Join Jason Redwood for a free British Sign Language tour through 'Hulda Guzmán: Please awake – asked Nature kindly'.
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Sat 21 & Sun 22 Nov 2026, 11am–5pm
Free entry
A curated contemporary design event where exceptional makers and visitors connect, collect and commission original work
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Fri 27 Nov 2026, 6pm–midnight
£65
Bring your team to Turner for a festive evening with a difference.
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Thu 3 & Fri 4 Dec 2026, 7–10pm
£80 including welcome drink
Explore festive traditions, art, food and folklore with Louisa Mokadem.
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Sat 12 Dec 2025, 11am–4pm
Free entry
A carefully curated, unique event showcasing independent designers and artisans in Margate.
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Sun 13 Dec 2026, 10am–11am
Free entry, booking encouraged
Our Relaxed Hours are a chance to visit our exhibition 'Sophie Calle: Something Missing?' in a calmer environment.
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Thu 17 Dec 2026, 7–9pm
£20
A Christmas collection of real-life stories that were never meant to be heard.
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