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 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).

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 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.  

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...

• 23rd April 24, Zeebrugge Raid Commemoration, Dover, Kent
• 28th April 24, The Kent Wedding Show, Maidstone, Kent
• 4th - 6th May 24, May Day Weekend at Hever Castle, Edenbridge, Kent
• 18th - 19th May 24, 1940 Weekend at Kent and East Sussex Railway, Tenterden, Kent
• 25th - 27th May 24, The Queen's Joust at Leeds Castle, Maidstone, Kent
• 1st June 24,  'The Comedy of Errors' at Riverhill Himalayan Gardens, Sevenoaks, Kent
• 6th June 24, Wealden Times Midsummer Fair, Cranbrook, Kent
• 29th - 30th June 24, Steam Punk at Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden, Kent 
• 1st - 9th July 24, Sandwich Folk and Ale Festival, Sandwich, Kent
• 5th - 7th July 24, Kent County Show, Maidstone, Kent
• 6th July 24, Dover Ragatta, Dover, Kent
• 19th - 21st July 24, Maid of Stone Festival, Maidstone, Kent
• 2nd - 4th August 24, Margate Soul Festival, Margate, Kent
• 11th - 16th August 24, Ramsgate Week, Ramsgate, 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.