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Kent is known as the Garden of England and its natural landscape makes for an array of top quality outdoor events all year round. Featuring a UNESCO World Heritage Site, numerous Blue Flag Beaches and historical links, seasonal events will ensure something different for every visit.
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 also European travellers arriving into the UK by sea so events celebrating culture, food and music are never far away,
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.
There's plenty for adults too with castles, gardens and museums providing a year-long supply of exhibitions, festivals and seasonal entertainment, none more so than at more than a dozen National Trust locations in Kent which display the Garden of England in all its glory.
If you're travelling from outside the area for an event in Hampshire, there are numerous hotels and other accommodation options to suit your needs.
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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.
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Chatham
It's only a game... but that's easy to forget at Escape Plan LIVE.
You'll have to work together using the clues that surround you to solve the mystery!
You have just 60 minutes to do so and the question always remains the same…
The clock is…
Tour
Chatham
Two National Treasures have come together to launch the Official Call the Midwife tours.
Come and explore where the real drama happens as a costumed midwife takes you on a walking tour of our historic site. With a picture book to help trigger your…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Sevenoaks
Join us in the top carpark, 9.20am for our fitness Welly Walks, dogs welcome. Please check our website for dates.
Childrens Events
Prince Arthur Road, Gillingham
This summer the 2020 Olympics takes place in Tokyo, Japan. At the same time the Royal Engineers Museum is celebrating the Army's participation in sporting events throughout its 300 year history in a special exhibition.
Join us each week of the…
Music
Deal
Deal Music & Arts has been bringing the best in arts and culture to East Kent for over 37 years, and in that time we have welcomed many of the world's greatest artists.
Childrens Events
Sevenoaks
Summer Holidays: Organic activities for Free Range Families...come and make some amazing Wild Leaf Cards with us at Riverhill. (11-4pm)
Childrens Events
Sevenoaks
Summer Holidays: Organic activities for Free Range Families...come and make some amazing Nature Crowns & Bracelets with us at Riverhill. (11-4pm)
Childrens Events
Sevenoaks
Summer Holidays: Organic activities for Free Range Families...come and make some beautiful Lavender Bags with us at Riverhill. (11-4pm)
Free Event
North Camterbury
Join us for the Kent MS Therapy Centre Summer Fayre on Saturday 22 August!
There will be a variety of stands on the day offering everything from jewellery, handmade cards, plants, preserves, knitted items and sweets.All sorts of refreshments will be…
Childrens Events
Sevenoaks
Summer Holidays: Organic activities for Free Range Families...come and make some amazing Mud Pie Potions with us at Riverhill. (11-4pm)
Theatre
Wingham, Canterbury
Charlotte Bronte's masterpiece is brought vividly to life in this new stage adaptation of a well-loved English classic. This bold and enduring novel is full of gothic drama and heart wrenching choices that translate onto the stage in a powerful…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Birchington
The Shows with something for everybody
Whether you be a Country Show fan, an avid foodie, a dog lover, want loads for the kiddies to do, love living history or simply want a fun filled day out, our shows are for you. Support small producers and…
Festival
Deal
Deal hosts its fourth annual Food and Drink Festival. It attracts a great selection of local, national and international stalls to an historical location in front of the 16th Century Castle.
The excellent shopping experience is complimented by a…
Special Events
Prince Arthur Road, Gillingham
Join us this weekend as the Medway Modellers take over the Museum's Courtyard with an array of brilliant handmade models.
There's something for everyone at the show, from musical Meccano to classic cars and a war gaming area. You can also vote for…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Sevenoaks
Family Dog Show & BBQ, classic family dog show with fund classes for all abilities, 12.00 BBQ & entries open, 1pm Classes start (see website for schedule)
Arts
Sevenoaks
Contemporary sculpture exhibition in the gardens.
Special Events
The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Chatham
Get ready for our biggest celebration yet! Described as one of Britain's best vintage festivals, our popular annual Salute to the 40s event will take place on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2020. We'll be celebrating the 75th anniversary of VE…
Sporting Events
Dover
The 4 Castles Challenge is a brand-new half marathon along the coastline in East Kent. Starting at Sandown Castle on the edge of the town of Deal, the route goes past Deal Castle and onto and through the grounds at Walmer Castle, before finishing at…
Run / Rally
Canterbury
Join us for Kent's one and only BIODEGRADABLE Glitter Run!
The 5k run will have dazzling non-toxic, bio-degradable glitter stations throughout the course, making sure that no one crosses the finish line without a shower of shine and glam! It will…
Childrens Events
Sevenoaks
Pumpkin hunt around the gardens and carving in the cosy grotto (bring or buy pumpkins from us) 11am-4pm
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