Balfour Winery Stablehurst, Kent
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.
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.
If you're travelling from outside the area for an event in Kent, 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 or by scrolling through the events listing.
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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…
Guided Walk
Rochester
Footsteps in Time are offering their costumed guided tours to the general public on a "turn up and go" basis.
Guided Walk
Cranbrook
Often described as one of the best places to see bluebells in the country, Hole Park Gardens in Rolvenden, Kent, is also renowned for its mature rhododendrons and magnificent standard wisterias.
Outdoor Event / Activities
Sun Street, Canterbury
Have fun (re-)discovering Canterbury, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air.
Curious About Canterbury visits not just the obvious places, but…
Gardens
Cranbrook
Hole Park Gardens in Rolvenden opens to the public on 1 April 2022 when visitors can enjoy all the glorious spring colour.
The gardens are also one of the best places to see a wonderful display of bluebells.
During the 'Bluebell Spectacular'…
Outdoor Event / Activities
High Street, Rochester
Have fun (re-)discovering Rochester, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air, whilst discovering more about this fascinating town.
Curious About…
Shopping
Ashford
Shopping for your favourite designer fashion at less than the RRP is about to get even better, as on the 19th & 20th May we're taking up to 20% off our outlet prices, for 2 days only, in our Fashion Shopping Days event.
Available on everything from…
Countryside
Oare, Faversham
Join us on a walking tour of Oare Marshes with a knowledgeable guide, and find out about how the reserve is being managed for wildlife.
The atmospheric Oare Marshes are an important habitat for overwintering and breeding wetland birds, and are of…
Countryside
Canterbury
Get to know Wilder Blean on a walking tour with our knowledgeable guide and hear all about the 'wilding' plans at this reserve.
Later in 2022 European bison, Iron Age pigs and Exmoor ponies will be introduced to West Blean woods as part of a…
Markets
Mereworth, Maidstone
Don't miss our friendly Craft Fair set in a Grade1 listed Palladian style church - a destination for its own merit.
Saturday 21 May, 11.30am-2.30pm.
St Lawrence's Church, Mereworth, ME18 5LU
Spend time exploring the stalls. Try your luck at the…
Food
Staplehurst
Our Spring Dining Club menu continues into May. Book your table to taste the new spring flavours alongside a Balfour Wine pairing, specially curated by Head Winemaker Fergus Elias.
These intimate four-course dinners are a wonderful way to spend an…
Concert
Maidstone
Proms in the Park 2022 is a Jubilee celebration of classical music, community spirit and a long, relaxing summer day in the park! So dress up for the occasion, bring those flags to wave, and let’s celebrate.
Childrens Events
Maidstone
For the first part of Half Term at Kent Life, join our entertainers across the site in our animal themed activities!
You will also have a chance to have a go on our hand-powered paddle boats!
Step back in time and visit the Vintage Village, from…
Food
Kent, Tenterden
Fish & Chip Evening Special.
Fancy a night off cooking, would you like to let someone else clear up after your meal?
Join us for a "Fish and Chip Steam Special" Spend a lovely summer evening travelling through the picturesque Rother Valley in a…
Family
Station Road, Tenterden
A train ride through the 1066 countryside with a fish and chip supper.
Heritage & History
Maidstone
As we celebrate the reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, we are taking a look back at all the powerful, strong and cultured queens in our history.
Over the bank holiday weekend, join our quartet of trobairitzes* as they take you on a journey…
Other
Staplehurst
In the lead up to the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, join us for our annual Summer Cocktail Evening. Start the four-day Bank Holiday Weekend with an evening of specially crafted cocktails made with Balfour Wines.
Experience the breathtaking views of the…
Special Events
Maidstone
Join us at Kent Life as we celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee – 70 years on the throne!
With additional 1950s Darling Buds of May entertainment, there will be a real street party vibe, with bunting galore and a traditional village fete feel…
Food
Staplehurst
Book your table to taste the spring flavours at the Balfour Dining Club this June.
Set in our beautiful tasting room, The View, these intimate four-course dinners are a wonderful way to spend an evening with friends or family. The evening starts…
Food
Walmer
Featuring the Jubilee Concert and the launch of the Best of Kent Food and Drink Festival
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