Our events
We love building community, it's why we meet together on Sundays and during the week in our Life Groups.
As well as our regular gatherings throughout the year there are more specific events that may be just right for you or your friends. You don't have to be a member of Citygate to join in!
Southbourne Churches Together Good Friday Service
Come and reflect on the cross in the open air! Citygate Southbourne is joining with some of the churches in Southbourne for the Churches Together Good Friday Easter service.
Easter Sunday and Baptisms: Awakened to Life
Awakened to Life is our Resurrection Sunday celebration—a powerful morning of worship, baptisms, and hope.
Bridging Cultures in Parenting
This event is tailored for parents who have relocated to the UK from abroad, whether you've recently arrived or have been here for a few years. We hope it provides a warm, welcoming space to connect with others in similar situations.
All Nations Sunday
Join us for an unforgettable morning of culture, food, music and dance!
Women’s Breakfast
Join us for our Arise - Women’s Breakfast where we’ll explore how to embrace your God-given influence and create meaningful relationships, no matter your life stage or circumstances.
Men’s Breakfast
Our Men's Breakfasts create a space for men to connect and deepen friendships, as well as be encouraged in their faith.
Marriage Course
A series of seven sessions, designed to help married couples invest in their relationship and build a strong marriage.
Leaders’ Summit Social
Join us for our Church Leaders Social, a relaxed evening designed for leaders across all ministries to connect, share, and build relationships.
Drift: Become Anchored in Purpose
Become anchored in purpose and discover how to live with intention in a world that pulls you off course.
Christmas Day
Come and celebrate the birth of Jesus. Join us for carols, a short talk and a chance to grab some festive refreshments.
Carols for Bournemouth - 7pm
Join us for a festive celebration filled with Christmas fun, inspiring readings, and classic carols brought to life by our live choir and band!
Carols for Bournemouth & Kids Party - 4pm
Join us for a festive celebration filled with Christmas fun, inspiring readings, and classic carols brought to life by our live choir and band!
Carols for Southbourne
Join us for a festive family celebration with Christmas games, readings, and classic carols brought to life by our live choir and band!
Christmas Quiz
Join us for a festive evening of trivia, drinks, and party food! Test your Christmas and general knowledge, and compete for a £150 restaurant voucher for the winning team.
CANCELLED - Kids Heroes Party
We're sorry to announce that, due to unforeseen circumstances, the Kids Heroes Party has been cancelled.
Commission Festival
Commission Festival is an opportunity to camp together with other churches both from the UK and internationally.
Easter Fun Day
Come and celebrate Easter with us in Southbourne! Easter treats, bouncy castle, face painting, music, Easter crafts and games.
Alpha Launch: Lauren Windle
Public speaker, author and journalist, Lauren Windle will be telling her story. In 2014 she got clean from a cocaine and alcohol addiction and became a Christian five days later.
Leaders’ Summit
Our Leaders' Summit evenings are a chance for us to gather and equip those leading teams all across church life.
Bournemouth Family Christmas
Christmas fun for the whole family at our Bournemouth site! All are welcome to join us for carols, nativity, games…and more!
Southbourne Family Christmas
Christmas fun for the whole family at our Southbourne site! Join us for Christmas songs, nativity, games…and more.
Leaders’ Summit Social
Our Leaders' Summit evenings are a chance for us to gather those leading teams from across church life.
Church Picnic and Hog Roast
Picnic and FREE hog roast in Kings Park! Bring your own picnic, drinks and snacks and join us for games and a chance to spend some time together.