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 Go Ape Sundown Adventures at Leeds Castle, Maidstone and Bedgebury Pinetum, Goudhurst (19th October - 9th November) or the Mexican Festival taking place on the 2nd November. Enjoy the new exhibition 'Preserve by Anya Gallaccio' at the Turner Contemporary (F) (on now until 12th January 2025) or the magical Christmas World coming to Dreamland, Margate (14th/15th/20th - 23rd December). Try some pumpkin picking at Felderland Farm near Sandwich (19th -31st October) or stand with others on Remembrance Day at the War Memorial in front of Masion Dieu (10th November). Head along to Deal High Street on 23rd November for the Christmas Light Switch on or book now to see Father Christmas at Dover Castle (30th November - 22nd December) and get ready to welcome the festive season to Kent.

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 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...

• 18th/19th/20th/25th - 27th October,  Halloween Trail with Prizes, Eagle Heights Wildlife Foundation, Eynsford, Kent
• 19th October - 3rd November, Gut Wrenching Tales and Gruesome Fun, Historic Dockyard Chatham, Chatham, Kent 
• 19th October - 9th November, Sundowner Adventures, Go Ape, Leeds Castle, Maidstone, Kent
• 26th October - 3rd November, Halloween Half Term, Hever Castle, Edenbridge, Kent
• 28th October - 3rd November, Snob the Dog trail, Royal Engineers Museum, Gillingham, Kent
• 28th October, Kids Juicing Workshop, Brogdale Farm, Faversham, Kent
• 29th October - 31st October, The Magic Express, Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden, Kent
• 29th October 24, Wild Classroom Family Cooking Workshop, Belmont House and Gardens, Faversham, Kent
• 5th November 24, Broadstairs Family Firework Night, Broadstairs, Kent (F)
• 15th November - 1st January 25, Christmas at Bedgebury, Bedgebury Pinetum, Goudhurst, Kent
• 16th November, Gravesend Town Centre Light Switch On, Gravesend, Kent
• 22nd November - 1st January 25, Christmas at Leeds Castle, Leeds Castle, Maidstone, Kent
• 28th November, Balfour Winery Christmas Fair, Stablehurst, Kent
• 30th November, All aboard The Polar Express at Quex House!, Powell Cotton Museum, Birchington, Kent
• 30th November - 5th January 25, Skate into Quex this Christmas, Quex Park, Birchington, Kent
• 7th December - 23rd December, Join Santa and his Elves, Rare Breed Centre, Ashford, 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.