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
Please note, Textus Roffensis is currently off display so it can be ‘rested’ to ensure it survives another 900 years. A facsimile is in place until Textus Roffensis returns in Spring 2026
Coming soon at Rochester Cathedral
Visiting Rochester for the Dickensian Christmas Festival? Pop in and visit Rochester Cathedral.
Opening Times
Saturday 6th 10:00-16:30 (Last Admission 16:15)
Sunday 7th 11:30 - 16:30 (Last Admission 16:15)
Our Dickensian Christmas Services will take place at 12:30 and 15:00 on both days
Café in the Crypt
Open Saturday 10:00 - 16:00, Sunday 11:30 - 16:00
Join us on Saturday and Sunday at 12:30 and 15:00. During the Dickensian Christmas Festival we host four free services when you can come and sing your favourite carols in true festive spirit.
Rochester Cathedral’s renowned choir returns for our popular Christmas Carol concert, one of the highlights of the festive season. Buy your tickets now for this very special event, suitable for the whole family. New for 2025, due to the popularity of this event we have added an additional night. Sponsored by MS Webb
Limited Tickets Remaining
Don’t miss
This is the service for children aged 0-100. Featuring our Sunday Club and Choir
A traditional Christmas Carol Service with our Lay Clerks and Choristers on Christmas Eve
All are welcome to join us for our annual Blessing of the Plough service where we celebrate Kent’s farming traditions.
An exhibition inspired by biblical animals from the artists behind the Come Eat With Me exhibition
Music & Performance
Join us for a magical evening at Rochester Cathedral for the KSS annual Carol Concert on Friday 5 December, sponsored by GW Highways.
Ticketed
Rochester Cathedral’s renowned choir returns for our popular Christmas Carol concert, one of the highlights of the festive season. Buy your tickets now for this very special event, suitable for the whole family. New for 2025, due to the popularity of this event we have added an additional night. Sponsored by MS Webb
Limited Tickets Remaining
Rochester Cathedral’s renowned choir returns for our popular Christmas Carol concert, one of the highlights of the festive season. Buy your tickets now for this very special event, suitable for the whole family. New for 2025, due to the popularity of this event we have added an additional night. Sponsored by MS Webb
Limited Tickets Remaining
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.
Our performer on Monday 5th January will be our Director of Music Adrian Bawtree. He will be performing a programme of organ music.
Free
Friends of Rochester Cathedral Event
The City of Rochester Orchestra will perform in a concert of Viennese music in the Cathedral Nave. This will be the fourth such concert in what has become an annual event and fundraiser.
Ticketed
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
An Evening of Radiohead - performed live by a full band, vocalists and string quartet in the ethereal surroundings of Rochester Cathedral.
Ticketed
An Evening of Radiohead - performed live by a full band, vocalists and string quartet in the ethereal surroundings of Rochester Cathedral.
Ticketed
Exhibitions
An exhibition inspired by biblical animals from the artists behind the Come Eat With Me exhibition
Family Activities
Join us for a captivating family event exploring the timeless and dramatic story of Jonah and the Whale retold using puppets and songs.
Suitable for children aged 4 - 11
Free but pre-booking essential
Join us for a captivating family event exploring the timeless and dramatic story of Jonah and the Whale retold using puppets and songs.
Suitable for children aged 4 - 11
Free but pre-booking essential
Tours and Talks
Come on a guided tour of Rochester Cathedral or come along to a talk.
Adult Learning
Join our Head Gardener for expert advice on pruning. A fun and informative practical session in our beautiful secret gardens.
Join Professor Meric Srokosz as he talks about how global warming is impacting our oceans and the changes affecting all life in the sea from the smallest plankton to the largest sea creatures, the “leviathans of the sea”. This talk will explore the changes taking place, their effect on sea creatures, and end with a biblical reflection and challenge.
Free but prebooking essential
Join our Head Gardener for expert advice on pruning. A fun and informative practical session in our beautiful rose garden
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



