6th July
Kent is known as the Garden of England, a county with a glorious natural landscape, stunning heritage coastline, award-winning attractions, offering an array of top-quality outdoor events all year round. Featuring a UNESCO World Heritage Site, numerous Blue Flag Beaches, historical, TV and film links and a whole host of seasonal events, ensures you'll find something different and something to love on every visit. Head to Kent in 2024 and get into the festival spirit with a visit to one of the many free events happening across the county.
Don't miss the annual Leeds Castle Concert (13th July 2024), an iconic event that is a highlight of the summer season or if you're looking for a something a bit more rural then look no further than Kent region's showcase event for farming, agriculture and countryside life - Kent County Show (5th - 7th July 2024).
To find out what's on in Kent today or this weekend, use the search box above to narrow down your required date. Kent is a popular destination for day trips from London and for European travellers arriving into the UK by sea so events celebrating culture, food and music are never far away.
The family-friendly coastal seaside resorts such as Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate have events calendars geared for keeping kids entertained whether it's during the holidays or for a weekend break. Historic Dover, medieval Sandwich and maritime Deal provide destinations ideal for a seaside getaway, a walking holiday or a cultural break by the sea. Whilst Maidstone, the event's capital of Kent, makes for an ideal base for festival goers, adventure weekenders or for exploring this beautiful county.
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Take a look at our snapshot of events in Kent below, or head on down to the bottom of the page to see more...
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The guide below shows our calendar of events in Kent. Whether you're local or visiting the area, find what's happening near you by clicking the Map View button or by scrolling through the events listing.
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Food
Hawkhurst Road, Ticehurst
Join us at Birchwood for the April instalment of our monthly Supper Club. An evening menu designed by our chefs Will Devlin & Jake Chappell-Kelly, set on two large communal dining tables. This form of dining is a fantastic way to come together with…
Other
Faversham
Discover the wonderful world of glass fusing. This session will give you a great introduction to working with glass. You will create two items during the session which will include either a 10cm coaster/light catcher or garden stake/ornament.
The…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Lock Ln, Maidstone
Kent Life's summer holiday schedule is packed full of entertainment, with a different Big Top show every week. Guests can get up close and personal with our animals with feeding and grooming activities, and even see them star in a show.
Adults £11…
Childrens Events
Faversham
Local herbalist Mandy Rickard set up Junior Herbalist Club in Kent in 2023 to teach children how to look after their health, the planet, connecting with and enjoying the abundant plants around us.
This will be a taster session to the regular…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Maidstone
Visit Leeds Castle over the late May bank holiday for an exciting weekend of exhilarating displays of combat and action, elegant and unusual equestrian, and medieval living and feasting.
Gasp at the first crash of lances, cheer as your favourite…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Lock Ln, Maidstone
The highlight of the event will be visiting Father Christmas in his magical grotto where children can select a gift of choice from the well-stocked toy shop. You can also graduate from elf school, snuggle up in front of some Christmas films, visit…
Shopping
Rolvenden, Cranbrook
There's no better way to enjoy the Summer than a day out at Hole Park!
Returning on 6th - 8th June 2024, the Midsummer Fair will have over 250 hand-picked exhibitors with something for everyone and plenty of places to enjoy a coffee or a glass of…
Childrens Events
Edenbridge
July: 15 & 16, 22 & 23, 29 & 30
August: 12 & 13, 19 & 20, 25 – 28
The annual Summer Jousting Tournaments will begin at Hever Castle on 15 and 16 July.
This summer the Knights of Royal England will be entertaining visitors with exhilarating…
Christmas
The Grove, Rye
If you enjoyed last year's panto fun, you'll LOVE this year's Christmas Show!
From the same producers who brought you last year's success, Goldilocks and the Three Bears at the Circus come this seasons Christmas extravaganza. Working once again…
Festivals
Sandwich
Born out of a desire to celebrate our proximity to France and our appreciation of all things French, Le Weekend has become a much loved family friendly festival.
Outdoor Event / Activities
Detling
Description The Kent County Show is BACK at the Kent Showground for July 2024
The region's showcase event for farming, agriculture and countryside life. For three days a year, animals, horses, vintage vehicles, retail stands and much more…
Arts
Faversham
Artist and educator Robert Lamoon returns to Belmont for a second series of creative drawing workshops exploring the delights of the gardens, each with a different theme.
The course will be intensive but highly rewarding. They are suitable for…
Festival
Smugglers Festival is a gathering on the last weekend of summer each year, on a beautiful woodland in East-Kent. It’s a small, intimate festival, rooted in community from the outset.
Countryside
Maidstone
The Kent County Show on 5, 6, 7 July 2024 is the region's showcase event for farming, agriculture and countryside life. For three days a year, animals, horses, vintage vehicles, retail stands and much more converge on the stunning surroundings of…
Festival
Maidstone
FOSTival is a charitable fun day jam packed with live music, activities and entertainment for the whole family whilst raising money for three regional children's charities; Young Lives Foundation, Rockinghorse and Rainbow Trust Children's Charity.…
Gardens
Faversham
This relaxing walk with local Herbalist, Mandy Rickard, will introduce you to some different herbs used throughout history to treat illness and maintain health.
It's a great chance to see, smell and taste the plants in a beautiful garden setting…
Childrens Events
Hever
Celebrate May Day at Hever Castle & Gardens with a weekend of fun family activities and traditional May Day customs.
Dance around the Maypole with brightly coloured ribbons intertwined and take part in an interactive traditional May Day play on the…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Lock Ln, Maidstone
Visit us on the top field for live music, food stalls and other activities. Get involved with circus skills, Big Top Shows, and the silent disco.
Adults £11.36, Children (aged 2-15) £11.36, Members Free
Outdoor Event / Activities
Ivy Hatch, Sevenoaks
When: Saturday 11 May 2024
Where: Ightham Mote, Mote Road, Ivy Hatch, Sevenoaks, TN15 0NT
Walk start time: Mass start at 11am. Registration from 10am-11:30am.
Who: Walk in a big group of walkers and dogs or with your family and friends.
Cost:…
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