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Discover vibrant events at Turner—talks, performances, and special activities that spark creativity and bring the community together.

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Thu 18 Sep 2025, 5.30–6.30pm (doors open 5.20pm)
£10

Join Anna Boghiuian and Nabila Abdel Nabi for a conversation discussing the themes of Anna's current exhibition The Sunken Boast: 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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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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Authentic Indian cuisine for Margate curry lovers.

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Saturdays, 5.30pm–sunset
Free

Enjoy DJs, chefs, deckchairs and aperitivo every Saturday* evening at Louie On Sea.

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Join us for an afternoon of film, conversation and connection at one of our special screening and mixer events for aspiring filmmakers aged 16-25.

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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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Thu 2 Oct 2025, 6–9pm
Free entry

Chess competition with Arbiter Alan Atkinson. Five-round Swiss, 15 minutes per player, prizes for top three. 40 spots only—book early. Spectators welcome: open tables, gallery access to Anna Bohiguian’s chess-inspired works. Register with ‘Chess Competition’ ticket; book ‘Chess Night’ ticket to watch.

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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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Sat 11–Sun 12 Oct 2025
Prices vary

Margate Bookie is back! Discover all Margate Bookie Schools Day, Big Weekend and Children's Bookie events taking place at Turner here. There'll be readings, in conversations and workshops for schools, families and adults alike.

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Sat 11 Oct 2025, 10.30–11.30am
£8 + booking fee

Join crime fiction writers GD Wright, LV Matthews and Naomi Williams discuss their approaches to the chilling genre, in conversation with Academy FM presenter Paul Rutters.

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Sat 11 Oct 2025, 12–1pm
£8 + booking fee

Join award-winning author and screenwriter David Whitehouse and novelist and screenwriter Lisa Owens as they discuss his latest book, Saltwater Mansions, a real life mystery centering on the disappearance of a Margate woman named Caroline Lane.

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Sat 11 Oct 2025, 1.30–2.30pm
£8 + booking fee

Join Margate-based poets Raymond Antrobus and Victoria Adukwei Bulley as they talk through their careers, in conversation with author Jacqueline Crooks.

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Sat 11 Oct 2025, 3–4pm
£12 + booking fee

Join award-winning writer, journalist and broadcaster Jay Rayner share stories from his 25 year career as a restaurant critic, in conversation with Sophie Haydock.

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Sun 12 Oct 2025, 10.30–11.30am
£8 + booking fee

Join us for the launch of this year’s edition of 14 Magazine.

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Sun 12 Oct 2025, 12–1pm
£8 + booking fee

Writer and journalist, Adam Weymouth, shares the story behind his latest book Lone Wolf.

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Sun 12 Oct 2025, 1.30–2.30pm
£8 + booking fee

Join authors Xiaolu Guo and Jacqueline Crooks for a lyrical and thought-provoking conversation on migration, creativity, and coastal life.

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Sun 12 Oct 2025, 3–4pm
£8 + booking fee

Led by The School of Life, The Secrets of Successful Friendships offers a thoughtful exploration of why friendship is both more complex and more rewarding than we typically imagine.

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Discover contemporary jewellery, silverware pieces, objects d’art, and sculptures by emerging and established names working at the forefront of contemporary design.

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