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Take part in a landmark Government consultation on Local Government Reorganisation. Find out more

Join us for a special online engagement session hosted by the Leaders of Guildford and Waverley Borough Councils, Cllr Julia McShane and Cllr Paul Follows. Taking place on Thursday 3 July from 7pm to 8pm via Microsoft Teams, this session will explain what Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) is, outline the different options being considered, and show you how to get involved. Sign up for the session (opens new window).

Apply to perform on our bandstand

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Bandstand concerts take place on Sunday afternoons from 2pm to 4pm between May and September each year.

Bookings are:

  • made on a strictly first come first served basis
  • limited to one concert date per band
  • applications open in January and concert dates are confirmed in February each year
  • applications are closed for 2025, please join the mailing list for 2026

How to apply

Applications are currently closed.

If you would like to be added to our Bandstand Concert mailing list, email events@guildford.gov.uk.

 A full programme of this year's events can be found on Visit Surrey. (opens new window)

What happens next?

Once we've received your Bandstand Concert application, we'll confirm if you have been successful or not. We receive a lot of applications and we cannot offer every band a slot.

If your application is successful

If you've been offered a slot, we'll:

  • write to you and confirm the concert date and time
  • provide you with an information pack
  • let you know about any additional requirements
  • confirm the concert payment fee (currently set at £250)
  • send you a separate purchase order request
  • after your concert we will pay you once we have received your invoice

If your application is unsuccessful

If you've not been offered a slot, we'll write to you to let you know this.

Mailing list

If you'd like to be added to our Bandstand Concert mailing list, email events@guildford.gov.uk

Further information and guidance

For more advice on organising a safe and successful event, read our event guidance notes (PDF, 509 KB) or visit the HSE website. (opens new window)