What’s On

Rochester Cathedral has a vibrant programme of concerts, exhibitions and activities throughout the year. There is something for everyone.

We publish information about our upcoming events here and on our social media pages.

On occasion, Rochester Cathedral is closed for large events or services. Please check for any upcoming closures here

The Textus Roffensis is back on display in the Crypt. Be sure to pay a visit when you’re next in the Cathedral!

 

Coming soon at Rochester Cathedral

Upcoming events
Organ Tuning - 6th July 2026
Jul 6
Organ Tuning - 6th July 2026

Our organ will be tuned all day on the 6th July. We are open all day but this can be very loud and disruptive.

Lunchtime Recital Series
Sep 7
Lunchtime Recital Series

Relax and enjoy a musical break over lunchtime in the beautiful setting of Rochester Cathedral. Our Lunchtime Recital Series will be held on selected Mondays throughout the year

Free

The Music of the Beatles
Sep 30
The Music of the Beatles

Come together, right now – it’s time to shake it up baby with the concert show of the year.

The sensational Magic of The Beatles features an incredible cast that not only look and sound like John, Paul, George, and Ringo, they also generate that same, famed incredible excitement that was the trademark of the greatest group the world has ever seen – with the Fab Four’s unique sense of humour thrown in for good measure too.

Ticketed

Money For Nothing - The Dire Straits Tribute
Oct 1
Money For Nothing - The Dire Straits Tribute

Celebrating 25 years of performing their tribute to legendary rockers Dire Straits. Having toured the world with their fully-live two-hour show and tipped as the world’s number one Dire Straits tribute, join them for a night of classic Dire Straits hits including versions from the ‘Alchemy’, ‘Brothers in Arms’ and ‘On Every Street’ tours.

Ticketed

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What Sweeter Music by Vox Anima
Jul 10
What Sweeter Music by Vox Anima

An evening of sumptuous choral music hosted by Vox Anima London, with performances by The Gesualdo Six & visiting singers from Mississippi.

Lunchtime Recital Series
Sep 7
Lunchtime Recital Series

Relax and enjoy a musical break over lunchtime in the beautiful setting of Rochester Cathedral. Our Lunchtime Recital Series will be held on selected Mondays throughout the year

Free

Queen by Candlelight
Sep 9
Queen by Candlelight

Following sold-out performances at New York’s iconic Carnegie Hall and the legendary London Palladium, experience an unforgettable evening of Queen’s greatest anthems, performed live by candlelight at the beautiful Rochester Cathedral

Eagles by Candlelight
Sep 10
Eagles by Candlelight

Featuring a spellbinding cast of West End singers and incredible live band, Take It Easy and join us at the Hotel California for an unforgettable evening of Eagles hits, as you’ve never heard them before!

A Night at the Opera by Candlelight
Sep 26
A Night at the Opera by Candlelight

Featuring four soloists, each singing solo arias as well as duets, trios and quartets, accompanied by a live orchestra, this programme takes you on a journey through some of opera’s greatest showstoppers.

The Music of the Beatles
Sep 30
The Music of the Beatles

Come together, right now – it’s time to shake it up baby with the concert show of the year.

The sensational Magic of The Beatles features an incredible cast that not only look and sound like John, Paul, George, and Ringo, they also generate that same, famed incredible excitement that was the trademark of the greatest group the world has ever seen – with the Fab Four’s unique sense of humour thrown in for good measure too.

Ticketed

Money For Nothing - The Dire Straits Tribute
Oct 1
Money For Nothing - The Dire Straits Tribute

Celebrating 25 years of performing their tribute to legendary rockers Dire Straits. Having toured the world with their fully-live two-hour show and tipped as the world’s number one Dire Straits tribute, join them for a night of classic Dire Straits hits including versions from the ‘Alchemy’, ‘Brothers in Arms’ and ‘On Every Street’ tours.

Ticketed

Lunchtime Recital Series
Nov 9
Lunchtime Recital Series

Relax and enjoy a musical break over lunchtime in the beautiful setting of Rochester Cathedral. Our Lunchtime Recital Series will be held on selected Mondays throughout the year

Free

Exhibitions

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Tours and Talks

Come on a guided tour of Rochester Cathedral or come along to a talk.

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Adult Learning

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How to get here for an event

Rochester Cathedral has good transport links with Kent, London and the South East. We are situated just outside London. Rochester Station is just five minutes walk from the Cathedral and the train takes just 35 minutes from Central London. Find out how to get here on our visiting information page