Special events
At Keele University we are lucky to be able to host special events both on and off campus during the year including festivals, experiences, and opportunities to meet and engage with our academics.
Flamy Grant brings her fearless, flamboyant, and deeply heartfelt blend of music, drag artistry, and storytelling to Keele University Chapel on Wednesday 11 November 2026 at 7:30pm, delivering a powerhouse performance that has captivated audiences and critics alike. Don’t miss this award‑winning, chart‑topping artist whose bold vocals, Appalachian roots, and razor‑sharp wit create an unforgettable
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12 Nov 2026 to 12 Nov 2026
Join Munyaradzi Napoleon for a Sip & Paint to mark his vibrant exhibition in Chapter's Cafe celebrating African wildlife.
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17 Nov 2026 to 17 Nov 2026
Award-winning playwright, screenwriter and actor Julia Cranney joins the Keele Hall Readings series for an evening of readings and conversation in the Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall. Discover the work of one of the UK's most exciting contemporary writing talents at this free event
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18 Nov 2026 to 18 Nov 2026
Love a good mystery? Join Ceri Morgan and Emma Head for a friendly discussion of Louise Penny’s brand-new Three Pines novel, Miss Wolcott's Ghost, and enjoy an evening of conversation with fellow readers in Chapters Café. Free to attend and open to staff, students and visitors.
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21 Nov 2026 to 21 Nov 2026
Join Castle Creatives to make your own willow lantern ready for Carry That Fire, the Newcastle-under-Lyme lantern parade taking place on 5 December 2026.
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24 Nov 2026 to 24 Nov 2026
Join Booker Prize-shortlisted novelist and award-winning poet Luke Kennard for an evening of readings, discussion and insight into his acclaimed work, including his latest novel, Black Bag. One of the UK's most celebrated contemporary writers, Kennard brings together fiction, poetry and wit in a compelling event not to be missed.
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Experience the emotional power and uplifting beauty of Brahms's Ein deutsches Requiem in a moving performance by Keele Bach Choir, conducted by Neil Taylor, on Saturday 28 November 2026 at Keele University Chapel, with tickets from £16 and an interval drink included.
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Join Newcastle Lanterns at this years town centre lantern parade Carry That Fire.
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5 Dec 2026 to 5 Dec 2026
Celebrate the start of the festive season with an uplifting evening of Christmas music from Keele's Clarinet Choir, Show Choir and A Cappella groups, whose rich harmonies and seasonal favourites will fill Keele University Chapel on Saturday 5 December, 7–9pm.
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12 Dec 2026 to 12 Dec 2026
Enjoy a festive evening of powerful orchestral, choral and brass music with KPE Orchestra, Keele Voices and Brass Band as they perform seasonal favourites and uplifting Christmas classics in the beautiful setting of Keele Chapel.
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13 Dec 2026 to 13 Dec 2026
Celebrate the season with an entertaining mix of film music, festive jazz and seasonal favourites performed by Symphonia, Jazz Band and Flute Choir in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Chapel.
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15 Dec 2026 to 15 Dec 2026
Celebrate the season with an evening of festive readings, creative performances and community spirit at our end-of-year Open Mic in Chapters Café.
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Celebrate the joy of Christmas with an afternoon of festive music, seasonal readings and refreshments at Keele Bach Choir's much-loved Carols by Candlelight taking place at St James the Great, Clayton.
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19 Dec 2026 to 19 Dec 2026
Celebrate the end of the semester with Keele Concert Band as they present a vibrant programme of festive favourites, popular classics and wind band music in the spectacular surroundings of Keele Chapel.
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