Events
Discover vibrant events at Turner—talks, performances, and special activities that spark creativity and bring the community together.
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Thu 3 Jul 2025, 5.30–6.30pm
£10
Join us for a special curator-led tour with Sarah Martin, Head of Exhibitions at Turner and curator of 'The Sunken Boat: A glimpse into past histories'.
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Fridays until 24 October 2025, 11.30am–12pm
Free entry
Get closer to the exhibition with our free Highlight Tours.
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Every first Friday of the month, 6–9pm
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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Saturdays until 25 October 2025, 11.30am–12pm
Free entry
Discover the stories behind the artworks during our fun, hands-on Family Highlight Tours.
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Saturdays, 5.30pm–sunset
Free
Enjoy music and aperitivo every Saturday evening at Louie On Sea.
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Sat 5 Jul 2025
£40
For one night only, The Adobros—an award-winning Filipino catering outfit based in London, headed up by chef Mark—are coming to Margate for an evening of fantastic beats and delicious eats, with friends Louie On Sea and DJ Pinoy Grooves.
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Sun 6 Jul 2025, 4–6pm
From £6
Wineyl by Stefano Cazzato combines a lifelong passion for music and an insatiable thirst for wine.
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Thu 24 Jul, Thu 28 Aug, Thu 25 Sep, Thu 23 Oct 2025, 10.30–11.30am
£1 suggested donation
Join us for a free morning of creative fun, exploring a range of crafting activities to learn with your child.
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Sun 27 Jul, Sun 31 Aug, Sun 14 Sep 2025, 10am–12pm
Free entry
Our Relaxed Hours are a chance to visit our exhibition 'The Sunken Boat: A glimpse into past histories' in a calmer environment.
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Sat 2 Aug & Sun 14 Sep 2025, 12–1pm
Free entry
Join Jason Tennant for a free British Sign Language tour through Resistance: How protest shaped Britain and photography shaped protest.
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Fri 8 Aug 2025, 8–9.30pm
£7 Standard / £3.50 Low Income & Concessions
Join us at sunset on the eve of Pride for an evening of storytelling and song. Local tales, in postcard form.
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