Visitors to Gravesend's much loved Riverside Festival can look forward to an unforgettable day of entertainment on Saturday 4 July, with this year's headline act bringing a huge dose of nostalgia, humour and high energy party vibes.
This year's headliner is none other than Leigh Francis, the multi‑talented entertainer known for iconic comedic creations including Avid Merrion and the hit series Bo' Selecta! Plus tribute acts, The Big Top Circus, fun, games and craft workshops.
The popular, family friendly Riverside Festival is back for 2026!
| Season (4 July 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Saturday | 11:00 | - 20:00 |
The Chantry offers a wonderful insight into the heritage of the borough of Gravesham, its…
An 18th-20thC fort with guns and emplacements overlooking the River Thames. The…
Refurbished and re-equipped 1950s' underground command post for Gravesend's rescue…
A large house standing in 150 acres of Repton's landscape garden and dating from 1587. It…
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Kent countryside, Silverhand Estate is a hidden…
A 13th century great chamber, on a vaulted undercroft, of a manor house of the Knights…
St James' Church dates from the late 13th century. No evidence of an earlier building…
One of the finest keeps in England. Also the tallest, partly built on the Roman city wall…
Discover the history of Medway from pre-historic times to the present day at the…
Rochester Cathedral is the second oldest cathedral in England having been founded in AD…
The Orchard Theatre was officially opened on the 14th April 1983 by His Royal Highness…
Situated in the heart of historic Rochester, Eastgate House featured in the work of…
This attractive, turreted castle is set in a picturesque village area that is backed by…
Explore Chatham's shipbuilding legacy at The Historic Dockyard Chatham. Step back to the…
Located in the heart of Chatham town centre, this beautiful 965-seat venue is already…