Kent & East Sussex Railway
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.
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.
Number of results: 34
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Heritage & History
Isle of Sheppey, Sheerness
Hi my name is Tony Downs, I am a Trustee and Deputy Museun Manager at Eastchurch Aviaition Museum which is where flight started in the UK and includeds the Short Brothers as well as the Wright Brothers. Our timeline goes from 1902 to 2016.
Entrance…
Heritage & History
Maidstone
Why do we wear underwear? What does your underwear say about you?
Take a journey by the seat of your pants to discover everything you didn't know about underwear!
Under 5's free.
Outdoor Event / Activities
Canterbury
Have fun (re-)discovering Canterbury, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a safe, fun and affordable way to get some fresh air with your household, whilst staying close to home.
Curious…
Christmas
Greenhithe
Returning to Bluewater for Christmas 2021 is our popular outdoor, undercover Ice Rink. Located outside The Village, the outdoor rink will sit under a clear roof, making it the perfect activity come rain or shine this festive season!
Family
Goudhurst
Follow the Gruffalo Spotters trail at Bedgebury, spot the signs and see what creatures you can find!
Outdoor Event / Activities
Goudhurst
It's the most wonderful time of the year when over a million lights, lasers and seasonal sounds fill the air with festive fun at Bedgebury. Look forward to some together time with family and friends, as you discover sparkling tunnels of light,…
Christmas
Edenbridge
Enter the magical world of Pinocchio and learn about the importance of bravery and truth as part of the festive celebrations at Hever Castle & Gardens this Christmas.
Outside in the grounds, take a journey along the immersive Christmas trail…
Christmas
Edenbridge
Wednesdays to Sundays from 20 November
Daily from 8 to 23 December and 27 December – 3 January (excluding 24 and 31 December)
As dusk falls wrap up warm and enjoy the magical Twilight Christmas experience with a walk under the stars. Witness the…
Christmas
Neville Terrace, Tunbridge Wells
The most magical and enchanting of Christmas experiences will be coming to the Spa Valley Railway heritage line in Kent this December with the arrival of the 'THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride'.
'THE POLAR EXPRESS™' experience is described as a…
Christmas
Maidstone
A very lively, funny, professional and family orientated pantomime full of laughter and special effects. Performance times vary on different days.
Christmas
Maidstone
It is almost the most wonderful time of the year, and here at Leeds Castle there will be something for everyone to enjoy, you are invited to celebrate at 'the loveliest castle in the world'.
From 27th November to 2nd January, you will get to step…
Christmas
Station Road, Tenterden
Meet Santa this Christmas at the Kent & East Sussex Railway!
Christmas
Gravesend
Running on the first Tuesday of the month, this fantastic afternoon includes a two-course lunch, tea & coffee and a live show with a special salute to Christmas
Food
Staplehurst
The Oyster & Caviar Meister are joining us at Balfour Winery for a one of a kind evening.
There will be oysters, salmon and seasonal vegetable canapés, to compliment our wines and live music from The Barrett Brothers.
£45pp
Christmas
Smarden, Ashford
Christmas Tree Festival
The church will be filled with over 30 Christmas Trees, sparkling and glittering in the winter sunshine ( or early evening light). Some will be beautiful. Some will be unusual, and some will be really amusing. Choose your…
Music
Gravesend
Let Ultra 90s Be Your Fantasy! The best 90s club & dance act returns, a guaranteed sell out
Our Christmas Tribute nights include a 3 course, choice menu with tea or coffee, Christmas DJ, live themed tribute act* and late disco till 12am Sunday –…
Christmas
Station Road, Tenterden
New for 2021, steam through the Wealden countryside on our Christmas train,
Christmas
Merton Lane North, Canterbury
Join us for an evening to remember at our annual glitzy and glamorous Christmas Ball!
Our biggest fundraiser of the year takes place on Saturday 11 December 2021 in the Chiesman Pavilion at The Spitfire Ground St Lawrence, Canterbury and includes a…
Childrens Events
Chiddingston Causeway
Wrap up warm, put your wellies on and sing some carols with the cows!
It's the time of year to get together and celebrate the winter season. We are delighted to be joined by some local carol singers who will help us sing some festive favourites. The…
Christmas
Rye Foreign
Handmade gifts, vintage clothing and stocking fillers — all for a good cause!
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