With our Christmas Events In Kent – Christmas Fairs & Fayres blog post get into the festive season with this round-up of festive fun near you. The community spirit of the season comes alive in the heart of cherished church halls, town centres and quaint village spaces. Transformed into festive wonderlands, they are bedecked in twinkling lights and adorned with handmade decorations. With Santas, games, treats and a treasure trove of festive finds, get into the heart of the holiday spirit with these family events. By Katie James
CHRISTMAS EVENTS IN KENT
For more festive events in Kent see our seasonal category under What’s On in Kent for Christmas Experiences with Winter wonderlands, Santa Grottos, Christmas Activities, and Christmas Pantos & Shows. See also our round-up of Christmas Markets in Kent blog.
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CHRISTMAS EVENTS IN KENT – CHRISTMAS FAIRS & FAYRES 2023
CHRISTMAS-NOT-CHRISTMAS DESIGN + ART FAIR
Fourth Wall Folkestone
Until 24th December 2023
The fair celebrates Folkestone’s creativity as well as championing the buy local for the festive season. This fair focuses on objects that are both beautiful and functional and ones for gifts. Price: Free entry. Time: Wednesday to Saturday: 12-4pm.
CHRISTMAS MARKET
Dartford YMCA
4th December 2023
Lots of stalls selling locally crafted gifts and festive decorations. There will also be face painting and colouring activities for little ones, snowball fun with Olaf, plus a visit from the big man himself with a free gift for every child. Price: Free entry. Time: 2pm-6pm.
MINSTER COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS FAIR
Minster Village Hall
9th December 2023
Festive community fun with stalls and a Santa’s grotto. Price: TBC. Time: 4.30pm-6pm.
QUEX CRAFT VILLAGE CHRISTMAS FAIR
Quex Advenrture Farm Park, Birchington
9th December 2023
Christmas Fairs in Birchington include this festive shopping event at Quex Craft Village. A range of products and produce to shop for, as well as music from the QRA Corps Of Drums. Price: Free entry. Time: 4pm-8pm.
CHRISTMAS MARKET
Five Bells Inn, East Brabourne, Ashford
10th December 2023
Enjoy this community day of festive cheer and fun with local independent businesses offering a variety of stalls on the day. From charity raffles with fantastic prizes to a Winter BBQ with warming festive drinks served both outside and inside, plus live music for a great festive event in Kent. Price: Free entry. Time: Christmas Market: 11am-4pm, Music: 12Noon-2pm.
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