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+ Submit an eventSun 22 November · 7.00 - 9.00pm
Church of Christ the Cornerstone, 300 Saxon Gate, MK9 2ES
This 52nd Season of Danesborough Chorus also marks the 50th Anniversary of Ian Smith as our Musical Director. Join us on Sunday 22 November 2026, 7.00 pm at the Church of Christ the Cornerstone, Milton Keynes. The concert features John Rutter’s Magnificat, Ralph Vaughan Williams’ Benedicite and Edvard Grieg’s Holberg Suite. It will be conducted by Ian, accompanied by Alina Orchestra, with soprano soloist Isabella Hulbert. Rutter’s Magnificat was an immediate success when premièred in May 1990 in Carnegie Hall. Full of memorable melodies, the work captures many moods from the joyful opening setting of the word ‘Magnificat’, through the calm reflective setting of an English poem ‘Of a Rose’, to the triumphant final ‘Gloria’. Vaughan Williams’ Benedicite is one of three works specifically composed for the then Leith Hill Musical Competition (now the Leith Hill Musical Festival) and first performed in Dorking in 1930. It is a short and vibrant sacred choral work. Grieg’s Holberg Suite was completed in 1884 to celebrate the 200th birthday of the famous Danish–Norwegian literature figure, Ludvig Holberg. Originally written for piano Grieg went on to transcribe the suite for string orchestra the next year and set it in what is now its most popular arrangement. The prelude in particular is well known. Tickets (all unreserved): £25 (ground floor), £15 (balcony, some restricted viewing), and £5 for students, are now available online at https://wegottickets.com/f/21555 or by phoning Lynne on 01908 386796
More details →Tue 13 October – Fri 23 October · Evening performances with matinees (times to be confirmed)
Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes
The ABBA-fuelled stage musical returns to Milton Keynes Theatre for a run of performances.
More details →Sun 18 October – Sat 24 October · Evening shows, see ATG for times
Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes
The ABBA jukebox musical continues its run at the theatre until 24 October.
More details →Tue 20 October – Wed 21 October
centre:mk
A free STEM festival at centre:mk with hands-on science, tech and engineering for families.
Wed 21 October · Pizza from 6pm, open mic 8pm to 11pm
The Craufurd Arms, Wolverton
Weekly free open mic hosted by Danny Thomas, with pizza on sale from early evening.
More details →Wed 21 October · 8:45pm
The Stables, Wavendon
Monthly stand-up comedy night in the intimate Stage 2 room.
More details →Thu 22 October · Evening (time to be confirmed)
The Craufurd Arms, Wolverton
Canadian hardcore punk band play a live show at Wolverton's grassroots music venue.
More details →Thu 22 October · 7:30pm
The Craufurd Arms, Wolverton
Pub quiz night with a free bar entry and a small per-person charge to join a team.
More details →Fri 23 October · 8pm
The Stables, Wavendon
The American singer-songwriter known for the Ally McBeal soundtrack performs live.
More details →Fri 23 October · 6pm
Woughton Community Orchard, Milton Keynes
Guided evening walks with spooky storytelling and local legends. Tickets are £3 each.
More details →Sat 24 October
MK Gallery
A retrospective of L.S. Lowry at MK Gallery. Free entry option available.
More details →Sat 24 October · Evening (time to be confirmed)
Unit Nine, Old Wolverton
A DJ night at Unit Nine in Old Wolverton, listed for the last Saturday before half-term.
More details →Sat 24 October – Sun 28 February · See MK Gallery for opening hours
MK Gallery, Milton Keynes
Major solo exhibition marking 50 years since the painter's death, opening this month.
More details →Sat 24 October · 9.30pm to 4am
Unit Nine, Old Wolverton
A Halloween-themed late club night at Unit Nine with dressing up encouraged.
More details →Sat 24 October · 1pm to 3pm
Unit Nine, Old Wolverton
A daytime Halloween rave for toddlers and parents, with music and fancy dress.
More details →Sat 24 October · 4pm to 6pm
Unit Nine, Old Wolverton
The second session of the family-friendly Halloween rave for little ones and their grown-ups.
More details →Sat 24 October · 2pm to 11pm
Arena MK, Milton Keynes
The Swedish electronic producer brings his big live show to Arena MK for an afternoon and evening event.
More details →Sat 24 October · 7pm to 11.45pm
The New Lowndes Arms, Milton Keynes
A supper evening with a psychic medium and paranormal theme.
More details →Sat 24 October · 10am to 4pm
Willen Lake, Milton Keynes
A free Halloween trail around the lake during October half term.
More details →Sat 24 October · 11am to 5pm
Willen Lake, Milton Keynes
Street food, a bar and music beside the lake, with free entry.
More details →Sat 24 October · 10am to 2pm
Trinity Meadow, Old Wolverton
Volunteers build bug hotels and wildlife habitats as part of Make a Difference Day.
More details →Sun 25 October · 8pm
The Stables, Wavendon
The TV vet known as the Supervet mixes stories and music in a live show.
More details →Sun 25 October · See ATG Tickets for start time
Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes
The Status Quo frontman in a live show at Milton Keynes Theatre.
More details →Sun 25 October · 1pm to 4pm
Blossom Room, Milton Keynes
A guided painting session where you follow along and take your canvas home.
More details →Sun 25 October · 11am
Lodge Lake, Loughton Valley
A free, beginner-friendly guided family bike ride around the parks.
More details →Mon 26 October – Fri 30 October · Daytime (times to be confirmed)
Milton Keynes Museum, Stacey Hill, Wolverton
A week of half-term activities for children and families at the museum.
More details →Mon 26 October · 8pm
The Stables, Wavendon
The veteran British folk-rock band on tour.
More details →Tue 27 October · 8pm
The Stables, Wavendon
Stand-up comedian on tour; adult material likely, so held for review.
More details →Tue 27 October – Thu 29 October · 9.30am to 12.30pm (also 28 and 29 October)
Howe Park Wood, Tattenhoe
Free drop-in nature activities about bats, spiders and fungi at the education centre.
More details →Wed 28 October – Sat 14 November · See ATG Tickets for performance times
Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes
Roald Dahl's story of a gifted girl comes to Milton Keynes Theatre in the award-winning musical.
More details →Thu 29 October · 8pm
The Stables, Wavendon
Soul singer P.P. Arnold performs with her band.
More details →Thu 29 October · 11am to 12:30pm and 2pm to 3:30pm
MK Gallery, Milton Keynes
Half-term creative sessions for families with the gallery's inclusion team.
More details →Thu 29 October · 6pm
Loughton Valley Park, Milton Keynes
Guided evening walks with spooky storytelling and local legends. Tickets are £3 each.
More details →Fri 30 October · 6pm to 9pm
Milton Keynes Museum, Stacey Hill, Wolverton
An after-hours Halloween-season evening for adults at the museum.
More details →Fri 30 October · See MK Gallery for times
MK Gallery, Milton Keynes
Autumn-themed workshop using leaves and natural materials, led by artist Lisa Tilley.
More details →Fri 30 October · 5.30pm to 1am
Arena MK, Milton Keynes
A country music Halloween party with line dancing and live acts at Arena MK.
More details →Fri 30 October · 8pm to 1am
Ousebank House, Milton Keynes
An overnight ghost hunt style evening run by a paranormal group.
More details →Fri 30 October · 11am
Waterhall Park, Milton Keynes
A volunteer litter pick to tidy up the park, free to join.
More details →Sat 31 October · Kick-off time to be confirmed
Stadium MK, Milton Keynes
League One home fixture for MK Dons against Doncaster Rovers.
More details →Sat 31 October · 8pm
The Stables, Wavendon
Progressive rock band Solstice play live with support from Ocular and Leoni Jane Kennedy.
More details →Sat 31 October · 2pm to 11pm
Arena MK, Milton Keynes
A Halloween dance event spread across the afternoon and evening at Arena MK.
More details →Sun 1 November · 8pm
The Stables, Wavendon
The Tyneside folk-rock favourites play a Sunday night show.
More details →Sun 1 November · 10am
Willen Lake, Milton Keynes
November's fun run at the city's most popular park. The listing shows it as sold out.
More details →Fri 6 November · 7pm to 1am
Arena MK, Milton Keynes
DJ Spoony takes a night-long tour through the story of UK garage.
More details →Sat 7 November · 3PM-8PM
Blackpit Brewery, MK18 5LJ
Blackpit Bonfire & Fireworks Night returns on Saturday 7th November. Every year, the Blackpit team designs and hand-builds a completely new giant bonfire sculpture especially for the event. Previous creations have included a giant head, hawk, space rocket, dragon and rising sun, with this year’s creation being kept under wraps until closer to the night. Alongside the bonfire, expect a huge professional fireworks display, brilliant independent street food, drinks and entertainment for the whole family. UNDER 5s GO FREE! Tickets are on sale now.
More details →Sat 7 November – Sun 8 November · 2pm to 1am (ends 8 November)
Arena MK, Milton Keynes
A long dance event billed as the last chapter of the V7 Saxon Street series.
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