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, 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
Sun Street, Canterbury
Have fun discovering Canterbury with two quirky heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. Are you curious about Canterbury? Looking for an unusual and quirky activity which gets you out in the fresh air whatever the weather? Take one of our…
Free Event
Ashford
In tribute to Kent's 400-year status as the Garden of England, McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Ashford is harnessing the wonders of nature on an unprecedented scale through an immersive installation The Garden of Light.
The much-anticipated…
Heritage & History
ROCHESTER
For over 2,000 years, Rochester has been one of the most important locations in the United Kingdom.
Kings and Queens have met here, the wealthy have bestowed incredible acts of generosity on the local residents, and the town is fortunate to have…
Exhibitions
Prince Arthur Road, Gillingham
An installation of artwork by students from the University for the Creative Arts, in response to the Museum's Collection & Archives.
Included in standard admission prices.
Exhibitions
Canterbury
'Comics: Explore and Create Comic Art with Seven Stories' is an interactive comic exhibition from Seven Stories, coming to The Beaney during February half term.
Immerse yourself in an eclectic mix of original, iconic comic art alongside work by…
Gardens
Edenbridge
A heavenly carpet of snowdrops will provide a magical trail for visitors to follow at Hever Castle & Gardens from 08 February.
Around 80,000 snowdrop bulbs have been planted in the Gardens over the past few years including a mix of single and…
Heritage & History
Edenbridge
Get back in touch with the great outdoors this February half term at Hever Castle.
You are invited to visit the historic castle in Kent between 15 – 23 February to discover more about wildlife and nature.
Come and watch the falconry displays and…
Childrens Events
Maidstone
Become a first-class junior explorer this half term on the grounds of the Castle. Families can throw on their wellies and thinking caps as they venture through the Leeds Castle estate on a special trail.
With an exciting activity booklet on-hand to…
Childrens Events
Chatham
Grab your coats, wellies and wrap up warm as you explore the Historic Dockyard on a special dockyard mission. Round up the troops and get the whole family involved in our fun February half term activity.
Pick up a trail leaflet on arrival and…
Childrens Events
Prince Arthur Road, Gillingham
The Royal Engineers Museum collections link to rats in many unexpected ways. Our Chinese collections demonstrate Chinese zodiac animal signs and Chinese New Year 2020 marks the Year of the Rat, the first in the order of all the signs.
In the First…
Heritage & History
Dymchurch
Martello Tower No. 24 in Dymchurch High Street was one of 74 towers built along the south coast between 1805 and 1812 to resist the threatened French invasion.
Of the 74 Martello Towers built on the Kent and Sussex coast, Martello24 is considered…
Heritage & History
Biggin Hill, Westerham
Join local historian Bob Ogley for a talk on V1 and V2 Rockets, based on his book, 'Doodlebugs and Rockets.' He will talk about the experiences of those who lived through the flying bomb raids. Between June 1944 and March 1945 the Germans launched…
Music
Folkestone
Propelled into the limelight in 2016 as part of a major Indian TV talent show, Hashmat and Sultana received rave reviews from prominent Bollywood composers for their beautiful and electrifying vocal abilities.
Since then the duo have been winning…
Heritage & History
Biggin Hill, Westerham
Friday 28th Feb 6-8pm
Join us for a fun-filled evening with a quiz and some Biggin Hill pizza.
There will be something for everyone, with 3 rounds: the RAF, history and contemporary general knowledge.
There will be the opportunity to look round the…
Childrens Events
Folkestone
Maya LOVES water! Swimming in the sea, splashing in her paddling pool. But one summer's day, she gets sucked up the bathroom tap - SQUOOSH! - and along the water pipes! WHOOAAHHHH!
Arriving in a strange new land, Maya goes on an exciting journey,…
Free Event
One Warwick Park, Tunbridge Wells
Our Spring Fair is back and bigger than ever. Taking place at the beautiful One Warwick Park Hotel, you'll be able to shop a handpicked selection of products from small businesses in Kent and East Sussex. Shop jewellery, candles, art, gifts, cards,…
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…
Special Events
The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Chatham
With over 400 years of history, The Dockyard has an abundance of beautiful locations to capture perfect photographs.
Our special guided photography experience on Saturday 7 March provides an exclusive, first-time, opportunity to develop your…
Childrens Events
Folkestone
A new family show mixing Kathak (Indian dance), Hip Hop, contemporary dance and physical storytelling, to create a playful and colourful world exploring our curiosities and fears, the times we feel different and when we belong.
Inspired by the…
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