Upcoming Events For September 2026

A curated list of what's up and coming in Cheltenham in the next month or so.

Monday 14 September

The History Of Greek Mythology: From Mount Olympus To Modern Mystery

  • What are the true histories behind Greek mythology’s greatest myths? Dr Emily Hauser reveals all, based on her bestseller Mythica. With Q&A. The myths of ancient Greece have shaped Western civilisation
  • More info at visitcheltenham.com.

Wednesday 16 September

Cheltenham Improvisers Orchestra

  • Cheltenham Improvisers Orchestra Cheltenham Improvisers Orchestra is a community group enabling musicians and performance artists from a range of different backgrounds. The group was established to explore a collaborative space for improvisation and is open to anyone regardless of their ability or education. The group is led by award winning musician Chris Cundy with […]
  • More info at wilsonmuseum.org.uk.

Thursday 17 September

Fish & Chip Luncheons

  • On selected Thursdays throughout the year, we will be running our popular Fish and Chip luncheon trains. You will be served delicious Fish and Chips at your allocated table by our stewards, who will […]
  • More info at visitcheltenham.com.

John Cleese and The Holy Grail

  • This once-in-a-lifetime event features a special screening of the beloved cult classic, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, followed by an uproarious conversation and audience Q&A with Cleese himself,
  • More info at visitcheltenham.com.

Saturday 10 October

An ‘After Session’ with Hettie Judah

  • Join us for an informal, intimate, daytime event built around art, conversation and community. The session will open with short presentations from four local artists, each of whom will share their recent and current work. Hettie Judah then takes a seat at the centre for an open, hour-long conversation, taking questions about the art […]
  • More info at wilsonmuseum.org.uk.

Wednesday 21 October

Performance, Costume & Storytelling with Eddie Langham

  • An interactive and collaborative creative workshop exploring identity, narrative, performance, and image-making through styling and costume. Participants will work together using garments, accessories, live models, and collaborative direction to create visually driven characters and stories that are captured through photography during the session. This series of sessions is part of the OFF GRID programme […]
  • More info at wilsonmuseum.org.uk.

Friday 23 October

Grand Museum Reopening: Community Party

  • Be among the first to step foot in the new collections galleries and explore Cheltenham’s rich heritage before joining the community party. Celebrate the opening of the museum with soft drinks, sandwiches and cakes for everyone! Live music, crafty workshops, conservation station and more will make this a party to remember! 5pm Ribbon Cut […]
  • More info at wilsonmuseum.org.uk.

Friday 30 October

Halloween Party

  • Get ready for a spooky afternoon of creativity and adventure at The Wilson! Come along for a Halloween craft party packed with creepy, crawly and colourful things to make and do. Head into the wild darkness to discover what creatures might be hiding in the museum… Come in your favourite Halloween costume, get creative […]
  • More info at wilsonmuseum.org.uk.