6th July
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 2024 and get into the festival spirit with a visit to one of the many free events happening across the county.
Don't miss the annual Leeds Castle Concert (13th July 2024), an iconic event that is a highlight of the summer season or if you're looking for a something a bit more rural then look no further than Kent region's showcase event for farming, agriculture and countryside life - Kent County Show (5th - 7th July 2024).
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.
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Take a look at our snapshot of events in Kent below, or head on down to the bottom of the page to see more...
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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.
Number of results: 81
, currently showing 21 to 40.
Performing Arts
New Romney
New Romney Am Dram present an evening of songs and 'stuff' from a century of stage musicals.
With a little bit of dancing thrown in for good measure. Joining the adult cast will be our Youth Group who always add fun and enthusiasm to the show…
Music
Maidstone
This iconic event is a highlight of the summer season, set in the most spectacular location and natural amphitheatre in front of the beautiful Leeds Castle, said to be the loveliest castle in the world. People in their thousands have attended the…
Festival
Maidstone
Maid of Stone is a 3 day hard rocking music festival in Mote Park, Maidstone featuring three stages and 37 of the best internationally reowned bands combined with the best of up and coming British rock artists.
Food
Local Food and drink stalls with street closures and street music add to the atmosphere. Our lovely medieval town centre will be closed to traffic both days.
Festival
Sittingbourne
Family Music Festival
Water Based Activities
Ramsgate
Ramsgate's Royal Harbour plays host to a full programme of racing and is recognised as 'the friendly regatta' and an alternative to Cowes Week. Welcoming visiting sailors from across France, Holland, Belgium and the UK.
Other
Ramsgate
See displays of trucks, cranes, tractor,tanks and more alongside the chance for rides on a fire engine and tank.
Arts
Faversham
Artist and educator Robert Lamoon returns to Belmont for a second series of creative drawing workshops exploring the delights of the gardens, each with a different theme.
The course will be intensive but highly rewarding. They are suitable for…
Other
Faversham
Discover the wonderful world of glass fusing. This session will give you a great introduction to working with glass. You will create two items during the session which will include either a 10cm coaster/light catcher or garden stake/ornament.
The…
Heritage & History
Station Road, Tenterden
Come join the fun and splendid madness at the K&ESR Steampunk Weekend!
Steampunk dives into the world of Victorian Science Fiction, looking back through history and the fantastical works of H.G. Wells, Mary Shelley and Jules Verne (to name a few!)…
Music
Margate
The first country festival comes to Margate in Kent on the 20th July 24, delivering nine hours of musical performances from artists including Smokin Mavericks, Taynee Lord and First Time Flyers to name but a few.
Walking
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…
Festivals
Sandwich
Born out of a desire to celebrate our proximity to France and our appreciation of all things French, Le Weekend has become a much loved family friendly festival.
Other
Faversham
Paint brush in one hand, cuppa in the other, relax and enjoy – it's a step by step follow the artist teacher to a finished wall ready painting on canvas. Although there will be plenty of instruction, you are more than welcome to go off-piste and add…
Heritage & History
Station Road, Tenterden
Tenterden Town Station will be the setting for a rally featuring more than a dozen vintage buses, with some offering free rides to a number of local destinations! This includes a service to connect with trains from both Headcorn and Ashford railway…
Walking
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…
Heritage & History
Ramsgate
On May 11th, from 10:00 to 16:30, the Ramsgate Tunnels will host a local history day coinciding with their 10th anniversary celebrations and the Historical Association's Local and Community History Month.
The one-day free event will feature an…
Food
Broadstairs
The annual Broadstairs food festival takes place overlooking Viking Bay, with over 100 stalls of local and regional fresh produce to try and buy. A celebration of food and drink with hand-picked exhibitors from Kent and the neighbouring counties.
Childrens Events
Chatham
Join The Historic Dockyard Chatham this half term for an unforgettable family-fun experience, 'The Brave and The Waves', a theatrical journey of courage and kindness.
Embark on a voyage across time, from 1779 to the present day, guided by three…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Ivy Hatch, Sevenoaks
When: Saturday 11 May 2024
Where: Ightham Mote, Mote Road, Ivy Hatch, Sevenoaks, TN15 0NT
Walk start time: Mass start at 11am. Registration from 10am-11:30am.
Who: Walk in a big group of walkers and dogs or with your family and friends.
Cost:…
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