The Kent Festive Gift & Food Show returns to the Kent Showground at Detling, Maidstone,  for 2026, its biggest show yet. With over 250 stallholders, including new businesses, discover thousands of gift ideas across classic Christmas Cabins. Plus, two large indoor halls - the Festive Exhibition Hall and the Festive Food & Drink Hall - and an extensive outdoor shopping area. Add hot food, a Christmas Café, live music and festive photo opportunities, and it's a great way to kickstart the festive season.

Price
Early Bird online prices
Standard - choose your arrival time slot, then stay all day
Adult (16+): £12
Concession (60+): £11
Child (5 to 15): £5.50
Under 5s: Free
Afternoon - entry from 1.30pm
Adult/Concession: £9
Child (5 to 15): £5.50
Premium - any one day, early access from 9.30am: £15
Premium Plus - all three days, early access from 9.30am: £17
Carers: Free
Parking: Free
Booking fees applies per order
Tickets at the gate are subject to availability.

Dates & Times
20th to 22nd November 2026
10am to 4pm
Premium and Premium Plus ticket holders: early access from 9.30am.

Additional Information
All ticket sales are final, non-transferable and non-refundable. There is no wheelchair or mobility scooter hire at this event. The Showground is not accessible by public transport.

Good To Know
Buggies and prams are allowed, but the show is busiest at peak times, so the organisers suggest the 1.30pm arrival slot if you're coming with young children.

📍 Kent Showground Visitor Details
Check out our main listing for Kent Event Centre & Kent Showground for more visitor info.

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Love a bit of festive magic? Explore our Christmas Markets in Kent guide, or our Seasonal category for more Christmas event listings, or visit our Christmas in Kent page for links to all our festive guides.

Picture Credit: © Aztec Shows LLP.

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