World War II Weekend at Dover Castle

World War II Weekend at Dover Castle

Dover, 14th - 15th June 25

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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.  Head to Kent in 2025 and get into the festival spirit with a visit to one of the many free events (F) happening across the county.

In 2025, Kent will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of JMW Turner and his connections to Margate. He came to live here when he was 11, a romantic painter, many of us see him everyday as he has featured on the British £20 note since 2020. A stunning peice of JMW Turner’s work called 'Waves Breaking on a Lee Shore at Margate' has just arrived at Turner Contemporary, on loan from the Tate, London and is expected to be on loan until April 2026. Step back in time and experience the atmosphere and action of the 1940s at Dover Castle as the famous historical attraction will be holding a World War II Weekend (14th - 15th June 25), or the ten days of creativity, entertainment and music at the annual Deal Arts and Music Festival (3rd - 13th July 25) or the fantastic free Sandwich Festival which takes place over the August bank holiday weekend (23rd - 25th August 25) (F).

What's on in Kent today?

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 in 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 traditional 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. 

What's on in Kent?

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  1. Margate Country Music Festival

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    Music

    Margate

    The Margate Country Music Festival charges into The Oval on Saturday, July 12th, from 12pm to 6pm! This event promises not only electrifying musical performances from

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    From:
    12 July 2025
  2. Buddy Holly & The Cricketers

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    Music

    Earl Street, Maidston

    All Holly's hits and classics from his rock 'n' roll pals are played live on stage by these five amazing young actor-musicians, who always delight crowds with their fabulous show. Featuring raw rock 'n' roll, beautifully haunting ballads, energetic…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Oct 2025Open 19:30 - 22:00
  3. Genesis Professional Wrestling

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    Sporting Events

    Maidstone

    Genesis Professional Wrestling returns to Maidstone for our next, huge, Ballin Nightclub Double Show Day on Sunday 13th July 2025.
    Witness the Champions of Genesis Professional Wrestling, our home grown stars from our very own Gen Pro Academy in…

    Dates

    From:
    13 July 2025Open 12:00 - 15:00
    From:
    13 July 2025Open 17:00 - 20:00
  4. Peppa Pig meet and greet

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    Childrens Events

    Ashford

    Peppa Pig, Mummy Pig and Evie are coming to the farm on Saturday 27th September!

    Get ready for a day full of laughter and family fun as Peppa Pig, Mummy Pig and Evie visit the farm for special meet and greets at intervals throughout the day. It's…

    Dates

    From:
    27 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
  5. Chiddingstone Castle Vintage Fair

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    Antiques

    Edenbridge

    Vintage Fair at Chiddingstone Castle

    Dates

    From:
    13 July 2025Open 10:30 - 16:00
  6. Forest Walkies with Wallace & Gromit

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    Walking

    Goudhurst

    Join Wallace and Gromit for the ultimate forest walkies!

    Bond with your pooch by taking on dog-tastic challenges together, solve crossword clues and have lots of fun along the way – with everyone's favourite dog and owner duo for company.

    This…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to2 Nov 2025Open 09:30 - 16:30
  7. Wine Tasting Masterclass at Balfour Winery

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    Indoor

    Tonbridge

    Balfour Winery knowledgeable tour guides will lead you in a fun and relaxed tasting of six, where you can learn the technique of wine tasting without the bravado.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
  8. Broadstairs Food Festival

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    Food

    Broadstairs

    Popular three day fair with over 100 food and drink producers, promoting the best of the county's produce. Look out chef theatres, special offers and the chance to browse stalls of food, drink and cookware

    Dates

    From:
    3 Oct 2025to5 Oct 2025
  9. The Kent County Show 2025

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    Show / Display

    Maidstone

    Organised by the Kent County Agricultural Society, the show attracts more than 80,000 visitors keen to enjoy one of the UK’s best countryside, farming and produce events.

    Dates

    From:
    4 July 2025to6 July 2025Open 08:00 - 18:00
  10. The Motor Mule

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    Festival

    Birchington

    Country, soul, blues and rock 'n' roll in a local, national and international line up of musicians, motorcycles and automobiles. A brand-new family friendly festival with high octane energy and plenty of heart comes to one of Kent's best loved…

    Dates

    From:
    8 Aug 2025to10 Aug 2025
  11. Salute to the '40s

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    Special Events

    Chatham

    Pack up your troubles and join The Historic Dockyard Chatham in one final Salute to the '40s. The festival will return to the Dockyard for one last time this September in a powerful celebration to coincide with the 80th anniversary of the end of the…

    Dates

    From:
    20 Sept 2025to21 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
  12. Dover Dinosaur Day

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    Free Event

    Dover

    Keep your eye's peeled the dinosaurs are coming to Pencester Gardens in Dover. Dinosaurs will be visiting Dover and bringing some dino friends with them.

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    From:
    6 Aug 2025Open 10:30 - 15:00
  13. The Rochester High Street Ghost Tour

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    Tour

    Rochester

    Tour runs on Fridays at 8pm and Saturdays at 6pm.

    As night falls over Rochester's ancient High Street, step beyond the gas-lit charm and into the shadows, where history refuses to rest. The Rochester High Street Ghost Tour will take you on a…

    Dates

    From:
    16 May 2025to27 Sept 2025Open 20:00 - 22:30
  14. Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO® Bricks

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    Exhibitions

    Chatham

    The internationally acclaimed exhibition, Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO® Bricks, is making its UK debut at The Historic Dockyard Chatham. Designed by Certified Professional Ryan "The Brickman" McNaught in partnership with the Australian National…

    Dates

    From:
    8 Mar 2025to31 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
  15. Medway Vintage, Antique & Collectables Fair at The Historic Dockyard in Chatham

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    Antiques

    Chatham

    Held in the spectacular No. 5 Slip at the Historic Dockyard Chatham, the Medway Vintage, Antiques and Collectibles Fair is fast becoming a standout event on the Kent calendar. This vast covered Victorian slipway, rich in naval heritage and…

    Dates

    From:
    23 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 15:00
  16. Hypnotist Matt Hale: Top Fun! 80s Spectacular

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    Comedy

    Langton Rd, Langton Green, Tunbridge Wells

    Joyful. Crazy. Fun! The unmissable international smash-hit comedy hypnosis show with 80s party vibes.
    Laugh along, sing along, even star in the show. You choose! All-ages friendly, grab tickets now!

    Don't miss the online global viral sensation with…

    Dates

    From:
    12 July 2025Open 21:00 - 22:00
    From:
    13 July 2025Open 19:30 - 20:30
  17. Lives in Motion: Stories of migration from the 11th century to the present day

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    Exhibitions

    Canterbury

    Migration has long played a major role in Britain's national life. It is the movement of people from one place to another, nationally or internationally, permanently or temporarily.

    Lives in Motion features 51 stories dating from the 11th century…

    Dates

    From:
    28 June 2025to5 Oct 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
  18. Centenary Open Day

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    Special Events

    Bedgebury Road, Goudhurst

    Join us for a fun-filled day out celebrating 100 years of Bedgebury National Pinetum!

    Special Centenary Offer – just £4 for all-day vehicle admission.

    Celebrate with a full day of fun and discovery and for one day only, enjoy vehicle admission…

    Dates

    From:
    31 July 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
  19. Call the Midwife Official Location Tour

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    Tour

    Chatham

    If you're a fan of the hit series and you've been wondering where Call the Midwife is filmed, put yourself in the picture and explore where the real drama happens with a Call the Midwife Official Location Tour at The Historic Dockyard Chatham…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Mar 2025to31 Oct 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
  20. Sandwich Folk and Ale Festival

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    Festivals

    Sandwhich

    Established in 2010, Sandwich Folk and Ale Festival is a multi-arts festival that highlights traditional and contemporary folk-life and folk arts, in a beautiful medieval town of Sandwich in Kent.

    Dates

    From:
    4 July 2025to6 July 2025