Events
Discover vibrant events at Turner—talks, performances, and special activities that spark creativity and bring the community together.
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Thu 18 Dec 2025, 5–6.45pm
Free entry
Join us at Margate station for an evening of festivities. There will be Christmas songs presented by Thanet Big Sing Community Choir, a free card making workshop by LINOCUTBOY, Nick Morley and festive florals by Margate Flowers.
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Every Friday, from Fri 12 Dec 2025 until 1 May 2026, 3.30–4.15pm
Free, booking advised
Experience 'Bridget Riley: Learning to See' through an interactive tour designed to encourage deep looking and drawing.
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Saturdays, from Sat 6 Dec until 2 May 2026, 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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Sun 21 Dec 2025, Sun 18 Jan 2026 & Sun 22 Feb 2026, 11am - 1pm
Free entry
Our Relaxed Hours are a chance to visit our exhibition 'Learning to See' in a calmer environment.
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Sun 25 Jan & Sat 28 Feb 2026, 12–1pm
Free, booking advised
Join Jason Redwood for a free British Sign Language tour through Bridget Riley: Learning to See.
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Fri 30 Jan–Sun 22 Feb 2026
Prices vary
This winter, Turner Contemporary presents the Winter Wellness Festival 2026 — a three-week exploration of grounding, connection and care, shaped by Margate’s restorative coastline and the communities who gather here.
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