ROYAL VICTORIA PLACE – APRIL EVENTS CALENDAR

We've got a busy month planned here at Royal Victoria Place, with music, gaming, beauty events, family fun, workshops and demos galore!

Saturday 5th April

14:00 – 15:00 The Absolute Gospel Choir:

Be serenaded with beautiful melodies while you shop, The Absolute Gospel Choirs returns to Royal Victoria Place for this special Easter performance.

No booking required, Free Event

14:00 – 16:15 Jack Léon Mackey at Ely Fest:

Get ready for the ultimate music celebration at ELY FEST! Jack Léon Mackey is a singer songwriter from Tunbridge Wells Kent. He has recently released an E.P on iTunes and Spotify called “4,7,8” and is currently performing and writing new material. Find us in Ely Court every Saturday, for amazing food, drink & music from local artists.

No booking required, Free Event

Sunday 6th April

10:00 – 15:00 VR Racing Spectator Round

The top five racers from the 12-17 and 18+ categories of the Spa Hot Lap Challenge will go head-to-head in a live VR racing showdown at VR Racer. They’ll battle it out on the iconic Spa-Francorchamps circuit, with the action broadcast live on big screens for all to watch. Free spectator event, no booking required.

Monday 7th April & Tuesday 8th April

10:00 – 16:30 SIM Racing Sessions with VR Racer:

Strap in, gear up and conquer the track! Experience the thrills of a head-to-head, 15 minute high speed racing challenge on our cutting-edge sim rigs! Ages 12+, Free Event

BOOKING REQUIRED

Wednesday 9th April – Friday 11th April

Pixel Bash® returns to RVP with its video games arcade and game design workshops in both retro and modern styles.

9:00 – 10:15 & 10:45 – 12:00

Pixel Power Workshop:

Challenge yourself to design a fully playable game in just 90 minutes! Create graphics and fiendish tasks and then publish your creation to the internet. It’s your game, go build it! Ages 8+, Free Event

BOOKING REQUIRED

13:00 – 14:30 & 15:00 – 16:30

Pixel Jam Workshop:

Design and animate video game graphics using BBC BASIC, the language of the original educational computer, the BBC Micro. Participants will then take the knowledge learned to customise and play their own versions of classic video games. Ages 8+, Free Event

BOOKING REQUIRED

Saturday 12th April

14:00 – 16:15 Harry Whitty at Ely Fest:

Get ready for the ultimate music celebration at ELY FEST! Harry Whitty is a multi-instrumentalist, pianist, arranger and composer performing most regularly on keyboards, bass and trombone. He has played across the world at venues such as The Regal Theatre, Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, 606 Club and Honky Tonk Jazz Club. Find us in Ely Court every Saturday, for amazing food, drink & music from local artists. Free Event

Monday 14th April

10:00 – 15:30 Gymboree

Gymboree brings an amazing day of Easter activities for your little ones that will have them hopping, giggling and discovering! Sessions at 10:00, 11:00, 13:00, 14:00 & 15:00. Ages -5, no booking required. Free Event

Tuesday 15th April

9:00 – 17:00 Sweet Temptations Cakery:

Come join us for a fun and creative event where you can let your imagination run wild and decorate your very own Easter cupcakes! Whether you’re a beginner or a baking pro, this event is perfect for everyone. We’ll provide all the materials you need, including delicious cupcakes, colourful icing, and a variety of toppings. Get ready to make your cupcakes as cute or as crazy as you want! Don’t miss out on this sweet opportunity.

BOOKING REQUIRED

Wednesday 16th April

11:00 & 15:00 Charlotte Tilbury:

Join the Charlotte Tilbury team for two masterclasses sharing tips & tricks directly from the red carpet and backstage events. 11am – Quick and Easy Makeup Look (Soft & Natural glam) & 3pm – Red Carpet Makeup Look (Full glam). No booking required, Free Event

12:00 & 14:00 Lush:

Come join Lush to get hands on, making fresh skincare products, learning about the skins microbiome & discovering how to give yourself the perfect facial! Plus you’ll bring home loads of fantastic new goodies to sample, who could say no to that? No booking required, Free Event

Thursday 17th April

11:00 Clarins:

Get ready for pure relaxation as Clarins offer you a luxurious free back, neck or scalp massage. You will also be given access to an incredible discount when you book in with them for a rebalanced body massage or expert facial (worth up to £87!). Clarins will be joined by McQueen Hair & beauty, showcasing their top hairstyling techniques. No booking required, Free Event

12:00 Molton Brown:

Meet the Molton Brown Fragrance Finder and discover your perfect scent this Easter. With opportunities to talk to an expert team, test some of the excellent products and maybe even bring home some goodies! Molton Brown will be joined by McQueen Hair & beauty, showcasing their top hairstyling techniques. No booking required, Free Event

14:00 Dior:

Discover your new skincare routine at a luxury consultation with Dior. You will go through their incredible range of indulgent products and come out with a skincare routine made just for you & your perfect fragrance match. No booking required, Free Event

15:30 Clarins:

Friday 18th April

10:30 Clinique:

Now’s the time to try the new Moisture Surge Active Glow Serum with a Hydrating Glow Consultation brought to you by Clinique. You will also have access to an exclusive deal, a free gift & facial with the purchase of any two products. No booking required, Free Event

11:30 YSL / Kiehls / Lancome:

YSL, Kiehls & Lancome bring you a skincare collaboration that will leave you looking refreshed and glowing. Pop along to find out more about your skins health and what skincare routine will work best for you. No booking required, Free Event

13:00 NARS:

Dreaming of the perfect eye look? NARS has you covered with this tutorial session on how to create your own masterpiece using the new Afterglow eyeshadow pallet, plus grab a goodie bag to try some of their top products! No booking required, Free Event

14:00 Aveda:

In this Aveda masterclass, you will learn all of the best hairstyling tricks from the people who really know what they’re talking about! Discover new ways to blow-dry, curl & style your hair and tips to keep your locks looking luscious. No booking required, Free Event

15:00 Benefit:

Benefit is giving you the chance to experience some of the brilliant brow services they have on offer, including waxing, lamination & tinting. Plus, Benefit is bringing beauty back with their new BADgal Bounce Mascara, try it here! No booking required, Free Event

Saturday 19th April

9:00 – 17:00 Sweet Temptations Cakery:

BOOKING REQUIRED

14:00 – 16:15 Mischa Bray at Ely Fest:

Get ready for the ultimate music celebration at ELY FEST! Mischa Bray is a fiddle player, originally from Cornwall, based in Tunbridge Wells. Well known for his work in the Orange Circus band, his playing is steeped in folk traditions with influences from Ireland, Cornwall and Scotland to Sweden and the Appalachian Mountains. Find us in Ely Court every Saturday, for amazing food, drink & music from local artists. No booking required, Free Event

Saturday 26th April

14:00 – 16:15 Joe Cox at Ely Fest:

Get ready for the ultimate music celebration at ELY FEST! Enjoy an extensive and vibrant selection of popular covers from the 50’s to the early 00’s, requests taken! Find us in Ely Court every Saturday, for amazing food, drink & music from local artists. No booking required, Free Event