Category: Christmas & Winter

See Kent, Know Kent this Christmas Get into the festive spirit with our round-up of Christmas guides to Kent. From perfect pantomimes and Santa’s grottos to Christmas markets, light trails, ice rinks and festive days out for the whole family, including your dog, we’ve gathered the best Christmas fun across the county in one place. […]

CHRISTMAS MARKETS IN KENT: Festive Shopping, Dates & Locations From festive huts in the shadow of Canterbury Cathedral to chalets on the historic Pantiles and stalls beneath the walls of Rochester Castle, as well as markets in historic halls and event centres, Kent’s Christmas markets offer plenty of opportunities to find unique gifts, tuck into […]

CHRISTMAS IN KENT WITH CHILDREN: A Guide for Every Age The best Christmas outing depends on your child’s age, not on what’s biggest or most talked about. A toddler may be happiest with a short Santa visit, while a teenager would rather be on the ice. So we’ve split this guide by age, from first […]

Free & Affordable Christmas Events in Kent 2026: Festive Fun for £10 or Less Christmas doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Across Kent, there are plenty of free festive events to enjoy, from lantern parades and Dickensian festivals to carol concerts and Santa touring the streets on a vintage fire engine. Add in Christmas trails, […]

Christmas Animal Adventures & Experiences in Kent 2026: Reindeer, Santa Safaris & Festive Farm Days Christmas in Kent comes with a furry twist when you add animals to the festive fun. Hand-feed reindeer, take a long-eared goat for a winter stroll, brush a Highland cow’s shaggy coat or ride a sleigh through a festive zoo […]

CHRISTMAS SHOWS, CAROLS & CONCERTS IN KENT 2026 From candlelit carols beneath the arches of Canterbury and Rochester cathedrals to family ballets, festive musicals and feel-good Christmas concerts, there’s a show for everyone in Kent this Christmas. Whether you’re looking for a first trip to the theatre for little ones, a traditional carol service or […]

Magical Christmas Experiences in Kent 2026: Festive Days Out, Dates & Tickets From steam trains with Santa on board and story-led adventures through castles and caves to glittering light trails after dark, Kent is full of magical ways to celebrate the festive season. Whether you’re planning a day out with little ones or a twinkling […]

Santa Paws & Christmas Dog Events in Kent 2026: Festive Days Out for Your Four-Legged Friends Christmas isn’t just for the humans! Across Kent, garden centres, farm parks and Christmas markets are opening special Santa Paws grottos where your dog can meet Father Christmas, pick up a present and pose for a festive photo. Add […]

BEST ICE SKATING RINKS FOR CHRISTMAS 2026 Festive Ice Rinks, Dates & Prices Nothing says Christmas quite like gliding around a twinkling ice rink with a hot chocolate waiting at the side. Each Winter, festive ice rinks pop up across Kent, from undercover rinks you can enjoy come rain or shine to open-air skating under […]

ILLUMINATIONS & LIGHT DISPLAYS IN KENT 2026: Christmas Light Trails, Dates & Tickets Discover where to find Christmas light trails and illuminations in Kent with our guide. When the nights draw in, Kent’s castles, forests and parks are transformed into glowing winter wonderlands. From after-dark trails through towering conifers and historic castle grounds to dazzling […]