As 2026 gets underway, residents and visitors to Croydon can look forward to a vibrant programme of music, theatre, comedy, and cultural events at Fairfield Halls.

Highlights between January-June 2026 include The Real Thing’s 50^th anniversary tour, stand-up from Dara Ó Briain, and Chuckl. Croydon which is headlined by comedian Russell Kane. Sporting fans can look forward to events including LDN Wrestling – Tables, Ladders & Chairs, and Crystal Palace Legends – A Night of Eagles Glory.

Events in the venue’s iconic Concert Hall include several performances by resident orchestra, London Mozart Players. There’s also Shruti Arts’ The Prince of Ayodhya, the Black British Classical Foundation’s The Voice of Black Opera Grand Gala Finals, and Ellen Kent’s farewell production of Bizet’s Carmen.

Internationally acclaimed orchestras including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra regularly use the Concert Hall for private recordings and rehearsals, with more than 30 orchestral rehearsals taking place in 2024.

Talawa and the London Mozart Players will also present a full schedule of rehearsals and performances.

Beyond its entertainment programme, conferences and hospitality events include gala dinners and celebrations. Fairfield Halls also remains a popular choice for private hire, offering versatile meeting rooms and elegant spaces suitable for everything from corporate functions to family occasions.

Here is the January–June event line-up so far, with more events being added all the time; details correct at the time of writing.

Get the full listings, subscribe for event news, and get preshow ticket and event updates at fairfield.co.uk, or pick up a What’s On guide in venue.

January/February
Taylormania (Friday 23 January)
Sing The Musicals (Saturday 31 January)
Dara Ó Briain: Re:Creation (Saturday 31 January)
Majesty: The Ultimate Tribute to Queen (Saturday 7 February)
Mahler: Symphony No.8 (Sunday 8 February)
The Best of Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells I, II, & III, feature an expansive live group, led and arranged by Oldfield’s long-term collaborator Robin Smith (Thursday 26 February)
Carmen: Ellen Kent’s Farewell Opera Tour (Friday 27 February)
Legend: The Music of Bob Marley (Friday 27 February)

March/April
Crystal Palace Legends – A Night of Eagles Glory! (Thursday 5 March)
Chuckl. Croydon with Russell Kane (Friday 6 March)
London Mozart Players: St John Passion (Sunday 8 March)
Fastlove – The Tribute to George Michael (Friday 13 March)
What’s Love Got To Do With It? The Ultimate Tribute to Tina Turner (Saturday 14 March)
Shri Rama: The Prince of Ayodhya (Saturday 21 March)
The Voice of Black Opera Grand Gala Finals (Monday 23 March)
The Real Thing (Friday 27 March)
LDN Wrestling – Tables, Ladders & Chairs (Sunday 29 March)
A Country Night In Nashville (Friday 24 April)

May/June
Frankie’s Guys (Saturday 2 May)
Thank You For The Music (Saturday 30 May)
London Mozart Players: The Colors of Harmony: Hitoshi Sakomoto 40^th Anniversary Celebration (Saturday 13 June)
London Mozart Players: The Art of Game Music with Troy Baker and Austin Wintory (Friday 19 June)

Fairfield Halls is operated by BH Live in partnership with Croydon Council. BH Live is a registered charity and social enterprise.

Steve Turner, BH Live’s Associate Director of Venues said;

“Fairfield Halls continues to play a central role in Croydon’s cultural landscape, and we’re thrilled to present such a vibrant and wide-ranging programme as we begin 2026. From world-class orchestras, acclaimed comedians, and inspiring community performances, this year’s line‑up truly reflects the breadth of experiences our audiences enjoy.

“Alongside our resident companies and a busy schedule of rehearsals, recordings, and private events, Fairfield Halls remains a welcoming and versatile space for creativity, celebration, and connection. We look forward to welcoming visitors from across Croydon and beyond for another engaging year.”