What's On in 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.  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. 

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?

Take a look at our snapshot of events in Kent below, or head on down to the bottom of the page to see more...

• Now - 12th December 25, The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle, Edenbridge, Kent
• Now - 31st December 25, Christmas at Bedgebury, Goudhurst, Kent
• Now - 24th December 25, Mission Christmas at The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Chatham, Kent
• Now - 24th December 25, A Truly Magical Christmas at Rare Breeds Centre, Ashford, Kent
• 6th - 21st December 25, Santa's Grotto at Brogdale Farm, Faversham, Kent
• 11th December 25 - 25th January 26, Ramsgate Winter Festival & Winter Lights Lantern Parade, Ramsgate, Kent
• 13th - 31st December 25, Dick Whittington at Sarah Thorn Theatre, Broadstairs, Kent
• 14th December 25, Rudolph Fun Run, Aylesford, Kent
• 14th December 25, Scratch Sunday Social at The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Chatham, Kent
• 17th January 26, Wassailing at Brogdale Farm, Faversham, Kent
• 1st February 26, Bedgebury Forest 10 & 5 Mile with Nice Work, Goudhurst, Kent
• 6th February 26, Light Up Maidstone, Maidstone, Kent
• 15th February 26, Girlings Ashford & District 10 & 5 Mile with Nice Work, Ashford, Kent 
• 22nd February 26, Tunbridge Wells Half Marathon, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
• 1st March - 31st October 26, Call The Midwife Official Location Tour at The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Chatham, Kent

Staying overnight?

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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Kent events near me

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.