Events in Gravesend From 13th April – 19th April 2026

What's on in Gravesend this week

This week in Gravesend, local events unfold across neighbourhood spaces with consistent rail access from London Bridge or Charing Cross. The focus remains on everyday rhythms rather than staged entertainment. On Saturday 12 April at the Westerham Centre near St Mary’s Church Hall, a music night hosted by local performers features live sets followed by a silent discussion on sound in public areas. Attendees come from nearby residential zones including The Mews and Riverside Walk, with access via footpaths along Thames-side promenades.

On 14 April mornings, an intergenerational creative workshop takes place at Gravesham Primary School’s community annex, led by a local artist; children aged six to ten shape clay models inspired by river life. Refreshments are served afterward in partnership with Gravesend Town Centre Café Group.

Evening events include the annual open mic night at the Old Quay Library Annex on 16 April, where residents share poetry or spoken word performances lasting no more than five minutes each. A seasonal walk from Tilbury Ferry Point to Rotherhithe is scheduled for 18 April, organised by Gravesend Heritage Group; it follows wartime military transport footpaths and highlights riverbank erosion issues.

All events operate within the existing civic framework, no new infrastructure has been introduced since last year’s bridge refurbishment. Organisations involved include Gravesham Parish Council and local libraries serving both families and commuters arriving via High Speed 1 rail services.