Events 2026

One of our strategic goals for the next 3 years is to create an all-in-one space, where we can work, run our drop-ins, offer 1-2-1 support and provide immediate shelter in several overnight habitable rooms.

This is a huge goal that speaks to the very heart of what we do as a charity. From our initial inception as a roaming night shelter to today’s 3 aspects of housing crisis advice, supported accommodation and the substance use drop-in service, finding a building from which we can offer all services 365 days a year is no small undertaking; it will cost money, take time and test our resilience, which is where you come in.

By taking part in one or more of our events over the next year, either physically, by volunteering or simply being an advocate for the events and KCAH itself, you will be supporting us to reach our goal and maybe even our vision that everyone in Kingston is in a safe and stable home, and is able to build a happy life.

Scroll on for a quick view of the event calendar, and click on the one that excites you for more information.

Feel free to send me an email on paul.s@kcah.org.uk with the event you’re into and how you’d like to take part, we have resources available to support you across all events.

05/06/26

Three venues, 1 ticket, incredible talent.

https://kcah.org.uk/kingston-unlocked/

19/09/26

24 miles, 1 night of shelter and £13.97 in your pocket.

https://kcah.org.uk/24-hour-challenge/

10 Oct: The Big Sleep Out. Our iconic Family-Friendly night at All Saints. Min. Raise £75.

The Big Sleep Out is Kingston’s iconic night of radical empathy. On 10 October 2026, coinciding with World Homelessness Day, we invite 250 residents to join us in All Saints Churchyard for a night that defines our community spirit. This is a cornerstone of our three year strategic mission to build a sanctuary for everyone in our borough.

This is the only event in our calendar designed for the whole family. We are inviting parents and children to stand together to learn, to advocate, and to ensure that no one in Kingston is left without a front door.

The Mission

The Date: 10 October 2026 (World Homelessness Day).
The Venue: All Saints Churchyard, Kingston upon Thames.
The Commitment: A £25 Impact Levy covers our logistics and staffing. We ask every participant for a minimum fundraising target of £75 to directly fund our housing services.
The Impact: Every “bed” in the yard is a brick in the foundation of a permanent home for a single adult in our borough.

Why Your Family Should Be There

Radical Empathy: This is a unique opportunity to teach the next generation about the complexities of homelessness in a safe, educational, and iconic setting.
Community Connection: Join a “Sanctuary Circle” of neighbours, activists, and volunteers who are all committed to the future of Kingston.
Advocacy Advocates: We are seeking volunteers to lead the night. If you have a passion for social justice, join our marshal team to help educate participants and share KCAH success stories.

Why Your Business Should Partner With Us

Strategic ESG Goals: Show your shareholders and customers that your firm is the heart of the community. This event provides the tangible reporting and data required for modern social impact targets.
The Speaker Circle: We invite corporate partners to join our educational circle to hear directly from our service colleagues about the reality of rebuilding a life.
Brand Integrity: Advocacy is the highest form of support. Align your brand with our 3 year mission and prove that your commitment to Kingston is more than just a logo on a poster.

Promotion and Advocacy: Speak Up for Sanctuary

We want you to move beyond a “like” on social media. True advocacy turns a donation into a movement.

Individuals: Be the person in your street or school gate who explains why KCAH is vital. Share your reasons for sleeping out and encourage others to join the circle.
Companies: Use your voice to advocate for local housing solutions. Use your influence to open doors for our 3 year plan that we cannot reach alone.

One night in the yard. Three years of sanctuary. Join the circle on the 11th of October.

12 Dec: Voices Together. Intensive individual workshop and festive finale. Workshop £30 / Show £8.

Voices Together is a powerful celebration of creative flow and community connection. On 12 December 2026, we are bringing 100 individual voices together to fight festive stress and find sanctuary through song. This event is a vital pillar of Year 1 in our three year strategic mission to build a sanctuary for every resident in Kingston.

We are hosting an intensive afternoon workshop where you will learn to master a four-part harmony in just a few hours. This isn’t just about singing; it is about the scientifically proven wellbeing boost that comes from collective creativity.

The Mission

The Date: 12 December 2026.
The Workshop: £30 for individual participants (afternoon session).
The Finale: £8 tickets for friends and family to attend the grand evening performance.
The Impact: Funds raised support our front-line work, ensuring single adults in our borough can find a permanent sanctuary of their own.

Why You Should Be There

The Wellbeing Win: Escape the December rush and invest in your own mental health through a day of creative retreat.
The Connection: Join a choir of 100 neighbours and experience the profound sense of belonging that comes from shared harmony.
Hospitality Stars: We are seeking volunteers to host the day. If you enjoy making people feel welcome, join our registration and hospitality team to ensure every performer and guest feels the warmth of our community sanctuary.

Why Your Business Should Partner With Us

Workplace Wellbeing: Group singing is a high-impact stress-buster. Sponsor a group of your staff to attend the workshop as a creative mental health reward.
Gifts in Kind: We are seeking partners to provide festive refreshments and mince pies. This is a brilliant way to gain high-end brand recognition while supporting local creative flow.
Reporting: We provide the social impact data and stories of community connection your firm needs for its annual reporting.

Promotion and Advocacy: Become a Harmony Advocate

We want you to move beyond a “like” on social media. True advocacy is about using your influence to open doors.

Individuals: Be a Harmony Advocate. Don’t just attend; tell your network why the sanctuary of song is a vital part of Kingston’s community health.
Companies: Use your voice to promote the festive finale to your clients and suppliers. Your advocacy proves that your business is a foundation for local culture and wellbeing.

Find your voice. Build a sanctuary. Join the harmony on the 15th of December.

March 2027: The Big Kingston Quiz. 100 people, inter-company battle for the title (18+). £6 a head.

The Big Kingston Quiz is the ultimate showdown of local wit and wisdom. In mid-March 2027, we are bringing 100 of the borough’s sharpest minds together to compete for the title of Kingston’s Smartest Team. This high-energy networking night is a key milestone in our three-year strategic mission to build a sanctuary for every resident in our borough.

Whether you are representing a local business, a social club, or just a group of trivia-obsessed friends, this is your chance to prove your mettle while funding front-door solutions for single adults.

The Mission

The Date: Mid-March 2027.
The Commitment: Just £6 per head.
The Eligibility: This event is restricted to adults aged 18 and over.
The Impact: Every pound from ticket sales and bar profits goes directly toward KCAH’s front-line housing and support services.

Why You Should Be There

The Networking: This is the most effective way to reconnect with your local town in a low-barrier, high-fun environment.
The High-Energy Crew: We are seeking volunteers to run the show. If you love a fast-paced environment, join our bar or scoring team. It is the fastest way to build your personal network while managing a 100-person event.

Why Your Business Should Partner With Us

Venue Advocacy: We are currently seeking a Venue Partner in Kingston to host this event. By providing your space as a “Gift in Kind,” you showcase your facilities to 100 potential new customers and local professionals.
Brand Recognition: Corporate teams and venue partners receive high-visibility recognition across our digital platforms and live shout-outs during the night.
Reporting and Results: We provide the social impact data your firm needs for its annual CSR reporting, proving your brand is a foundation for local community health.

Promotion and Advocacy: The Borough Brain-Trust

We want you to move beyond a “like” on social media. True advocacy turns a pub quiz into a borough-wide movement for sanctuary.

Individuals: Be a Quiz Advocate. Promote the night to your social clubs and friend groups as the premier night out with a purpose.
Companies: Use your influence to recruit other businesses to compete. Your advocacy helps us bring together a “Brain-Trust” of local stakeholders committed to our three-year sanctuary plan.

Sharpen your wits. Build a sanctuary. Secure your table for March 2027.