What's On In Kent
There’s always something happening in Kent. From theatre and live music to festivals, fairs, exhibitions, trails, family-friendly events and seasonal celebrations, this is your guide to what’s on across the county, regularly updated to keep you in the know.
Planning around the school holidays or a special occasion? Browse our seasonal events.
Click on filters to search by category, region, who is going and more. For days out all year round, explore Things To Do in Kent, our Kent area guides, or search All Listings. Scroll down to our latest features for ideas and guides to great things to do and events in Kent.
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Seasonal: browse all our seasonal events, from New Year’s Eve, Valentine’s Day and Easter to Halloween, Bonfire Night and Christmas.
Who’s going: family-friendly, dog-friendly, accessible and free events.
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Latest guides and ideas
Top Things To Do This Weekend in Kent Fireworks, Films & The First Festive Fun! Discover what’s on near you in Kent this weekend with our highlight events, or visit for more weekend listings here. Bonfire weekend is here, and Kent is making the most of it. Fireworks displays run from Thanet to Tunbridge Wells […]
Find new films out now in Kent. Whether you are looking at what’s on at your local cinema or planning a visit to Kent, see our round-up of new and upcoming movies to watch at the cinema in our Films in Kent guide. Stay on top of the hottest new films and plan your next […]
Best Bonfire & Fireworks Night Events In Kent Discover the top fireworks displays, bonfire burnings and torch-lit processions in 2026 in Kent with our update coming soon. Experience the magic of Guy Fawkes Night in Kent with our ultimate guide to the best fireworks displays. Whether you’re searching for a family-friendly event or a spectacular […]
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, […]
Round-ups, seasonal guides and inspiration for days out in Kent. Browse them all in Ideas & Inspiration.
