What's on in Grays

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Grays.

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Children & Family

Around £3

Sticky Fingers

Our parent/carer and toddler group, open every Tuesday during term time. We are here for all parents and carers, including childminders. We charge £3 per adult to cover hot drinks for the adults, snacks of fruit and breadsticks and water for the children as well as crafts. No need to book, just turn up and our team will be there to welcome you.

Tue 21 Jul09:30St Mary's Church(3.4mi)

via St Mary's ChurchLocal gem

Community

Grounds Team

See Tom if you would like to get involved

Tue 21 Jul09:30St Margaret's Church(4.6mi)

via St Margaret's ChurchCurated

Food & Drink

Senior's Afternoon Tea

An afternoon of sandwiches, homemade cakes and scones and hot drinks. Open to all those over 55 years. An opportunity to meet others in the community and make new friends, or catch up with old ones. This event is run on a donation basis.

Tue 21 Jul14:00St Mary's Church(3.4mi)

via St Mary's ChurchLocal gem

Community

Kumon

Website: [https://www.kumon.co.uk/gravesend-northfleet/](https://www.kumon.co.uk/gravesend-northfleet/) Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/kumongravesendnorthfleet](https://www.facebook.com/kumongravesendnorthfleet) Tel: At Kumon we are passionate about the self-learning maths and English programmes that maximise a student's potential. Our programmes are individualised, providing just the right level of challenge, regardless of age and ability.

Tue 21 Jul15:30Eastgate(3.8mi)

via Eastgate

Community

Cygnets Art School

Cygnets Art School provides weekly term-time art classes teaching step-by-step traditional drawing, painting, and sculpture. We offer unique projects, experienced teachers, and professional-quality materials. Our groups for ages 5–12 are suitable for all abilities, and projects are carefully designed to be stimulating and challenging for everyone.

Tue 21 Jul16:30Eastgate Community Centre(3.8mi)

via Eastgate Community Centre

Community

Around £5

Flesh and Blood Armory Event – Silver Age

21 July 2026 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm Start Time 6:30PM, please arrive slightly earlier for registration. You can also Pre-register here: https://gem.fabtcg.com/gem/join/?query=uncovered-bee Price: £5 / £2.50 Concession. Available in store only Format: Silver Age GEM packs to be given out subject to availability

Tue 21 Jul19:30Mug and Meeple Gamer Cafe(3.4mi)

via Mug and Meeple Gamer Cafe

Community

Bingo

Tue 21 Jul20:00Southfleet Village Club(5mi)

via Southfleet Village Club

Community

Community Cafe

Our community cafe runs every Wednesday between 9am-1pm in the church hall. Come along to enjoy hot bacon or sausage rolls,homemade cakes and scones, hot and cold drinks. We also offer homemade soup from 11.30am in the winter months. We have regular visits from Hi Kent, who can help with hearing aid cleaning and replacement batteries, our PCSO also attends when his time permits. Our local Councillor holds a clinic once a month and we can signpost those in need to other services within the area. There is a small area for children to play in. All food and drinks are on a donation basis and everyone is welcome to attend. Open all year except between Christmas and New Year.

Wed 22 Jul09:00St Mary's Church(3.4mi)

via St Mary's ChurchLocal gem

Community

Under 5's Story, Song & Craft

Parents, bring your toddlers to enjoy story time, songs and crafts whilst you catch up with a chat! This group is held on Wednesday mornings during term time. (Children must be supervised at all times). If you have any questions, please contact Steph -

Wed 22 Jul09:00Eastgate Community Centre(3.8mi)

via Eastgate Community Centre

Arts & Culture

Under 5's Story, Song & Craft

Wed 22 Jul09:30Eastgate(3.8mi)

via Eastgate

Arts & Culture

Craft Group

Meet to do crafts and enjoy company

Wed 22 Jul13:30Victoria Ave St John's Church(0.4mi)

via Victoria Ave St John's ChurchCurated

Community

Mothers' Union

A supportive group of mainly ladies but men are very welcome!

Wed 22 Jul14:00St Margaret's Church(4.6mi)

via St Margaret's ChurchCurated

Community

Amalfi Pizza Van in Car Park

For more information

Wed 22 Jul15:00Eastgate(3.8mi)

via Eastgate

Community

World Changers Furnace

World Changers Furnace at Eastgate Community Centre. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Wed 22 Jul16:30Eastgate Community Centre(3.8mi)

via Eastgate Community Centre

Community

Rainbows & Brownies

Another belter from Eastgate. Rainbows & Brownies — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Wed 22 Jul16:30Eastgate(3.8mi)

via Eastgate

Community

Afternoon Racing

Save the date for summer afternoon of exciting Flat racing at beautiful Sandown Park Racecourse.

Thu 23 JulWyldecrest Events(2.7mi)

via Wyldecrest EventsLocal gem

Community

The SVP Sleep Out

Year 12’s and staff members at St John’s Catholic Comprehensive will be partaking in their annual Sleep Out to raise money for the Gravesham Sanctuary and raise awareness of the plight of the homeless. See the poster Showing solidarity with those experiencing homelessness. The SVP would like to engage with our young people to raise awareness of the issues surrounding homelessness in England and Wales. This experience will not only give our young people a better understanding of what thousands experience every day, it will also give them the opportunity to turn their concern into action by raising vital funds which enables the SVP to continue to support the most vulnerable and socially excluded in our communities.

Thu 23 JulTeam Kaizen Dance Academy(4.5mi)

via Team Kaizen Dance Academy

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Venues with events near Grays

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Victoria Ave St John's Church0.4 miles away Wyldecrest Events2.7 miles away

More about Grays

Essex, England

Grays has a local Essex setting where the useful dates may be small but still worth finding. Anchor Court Community - Grays, Church of His Presence, and Victoria Ave St John's Church give the current listings a useful local shape. Near Here gathers Grays events so church dates and nearby plans are easier to find. Check individual listings for times, booking details, directions, and organiser notes before heading out.

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