What's On in Kent

Chinese Zodiac Trail

Venue: Fort Amherst

Website: https://fortamherst.com

To celebrate the year of the horse, Fort Amherst brings you a new interactive hunt around the grounds. Meet the Emperor and then hunt around the grounds to find all of the animals included in the Chinese...

Combat Laser Tag Parties

Venue: Ruxley Woods

Address: Sandy Lane

Website: www.combatlasergames.com

Kids of any age (school year 1+) can celebrate their birthday, enjoy a fun family outing or a spectacular sports team social. Every laser tag game includes unlimited squash, unlimited bullets and loads...

Crazy Fun at Hastings Adventure Golf

Venue: Hastings Adventure Golf

Website: www.hastingsadventuregolf.com

Home to the World Crazy Golf Championships, Hastings Adventure Golf boasts three imaginatively designed 18-hole courses - Pirate, Adventure and Crazy. They have delicious fish and chips, homemade gelato,...

Dartford Junior Parkrun

Venue: Central Park, Dartford

Website: www.parkrun.org.uk/dartford-juniors

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds) every Sunday at 9am. Free to join but register before you first go along. The aim is to have fun. Go along and join in whatever...

Falconry Displays

Venue: Hever Castle

Website: www.hevercastle.co.uk

On selected days in July and August be entertained by the falconry displays from Willow’s Bird of Prey Centre. Watch these incredible birds in action and learn more about the ancient art of falconry....

Foal Farm Mini Market

Venue: Foal Farm Animal Rescue Centre

Website: www.foalfarm.org.uk

The Mini Market is held on the last Sunday of each month. Its a great opportunity to pick up some bargains and visit the animals at the same time. The charity shop, pet shop and tearoom are open and all...

Prehistoric Adventure at Dinotropolis

Venue: Bluewater

Website: www.dinotropolis.co.uk

Dinotropolis is Kent’s ultimate dinosaur-themed soft play destination – perfect for curious kids and adventurous families. Explore three thrilling levels of soft play, packed with slides, climbing...

Princess Christian's Farm

Venue: Princess Christian's Farm

Website: www.princesschristiansfarm.org.uk

Princess Christian’s Farm is a unique environment for service users with a learning and/or physical disability. Available to anyone within a disability within the County of Kent. The farm has over 100...

Up Close Animal Experiences

Venue: Princess Christian's Farm

Website: www.princesschristiansfarm.org.uk/buy-tickets

Join your favourite farm animal for an up close and personal animal encounter. The experience includes some initial safety training, fun facts about your chosen furry / scaly friend and 30 minutes of hands-on...

Hollywood Rome

Venue: Maidstone Museum

Website: www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk

Discover Ancient Rome through a spectacular interactive exhibition of original film props and costumes from Gladiator, Spartacus, Ben-Hur, King Arthur and more.

Canterbury Children's Literature Festival

Venue: Various venues

Website: www.canterburykidslitfest.co.uk

The festival includes a 5 day programme of events offered free to local schools, to help to reach children and teens from all demographics and areas of society and show them all of the ways to access literacy....

Combat Laser Tag Parties

Venue: Ruxley Woods

Address: Sandy Lane

Website: www.combatlasergames.com

Kids of any age (school year 1+) can celebrate their birthday, enjoy a fun family outing or a spectacular sports team social. Every laser tag game includes unlimited squash, unlimited bullets and loads...

Crazy Fun at Hastings Adventure Golf

Venue: Hastings Adventure Golf

Website: www.hastingsadventuregolf.com

Home to the World Crazy Golf Championships, Hastings Adventure Golf boasts three imaginatively designed 18-hole courses - Pirate, Adventure and Crazy. They have delicious fish and chips, homemade gelato,...

Dartford Junior Parkrun

Venue: Central Park, Dartford

Website: www.parkrun.org.uk/dartford-juniors

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds) every Sunday at 9am. Free to join but register before you first go along. The aim is to have fun. Go along and join in whatever...

Falconry Displays

Venue: Hever Castle

Website: www.hevercastle.co.uk

On selected days in July and August be entertained by the falconry displays from Willow’s Bird of Prey Centre. Watch these incredible birds in action and learn more about the ancient art of falconry....

Foal Farm Mini Market

Venue: Foal Farm Animal Rescue Centre

Website: www.foalfarm.org.uk

The Mini Market is held on the last Sunday of each month. Its a great opportunity to pick up some bargains and visit the animals at the same time! The charity shop, pet shop and tearoom are open and all...

Prehistoric Adventure at Dinotropolis

Venue: Bluewater

Website: www.dinotropolis.co.uk

Dinotropolis is Kent’s ultimate dinosaur-themed soft play destination – perfect for curious kids and adventurous families. Explore three thrilling levels of soft play, packed with slides, climbing...

Princess Christian's Farm

Venue: Princess Christian's Farm

Website: www.princesschristiansfarm.org.uk

Princess Christian’s Farm is a unique environment for service users with a learning and/or physical disability. Available to anyone within a disability within the County of Kent. The farm has over 100...

Summer at the Cathedral

Venue: Canterbury Cathedral

Website: www.canterbury-cathedral.org

Enjoy six weeks of crafts and activities, inspired by the history of the women of Canterbury Cathedral, plus seed sowing, a special week of activities linked to the Cathedral’s new art exhibition Sacred...

Schools Triathlon Days 2026

Venue: Hever Castle

Website: www.hevercastle.co.uk

The popular Schools Triathlon Days at Hever Castle, hosted by Castle Race Series, will return this year across three days in mid-summer. Pre-registered primary schools have the chance to bring students...

PQA Summer Schools

Venue: Jubilee Theatre, Maplesdon Noakes School, St John Fisher School and Skinners Kent Academy

Website: www.tickettailor.com/events/pqarochestertunbridgewellsmaidstone

Young performers across Kent can enjoy an unforgettable summer with PQA's exciting programme of Summer Schools in Rochester, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells. In Rochester and Maidstone, children and teenagers...

The Revel Puck Circus - The Glimmer Daze Gambit

Venue: Ramsgate Government Acre

Website: www.tixr.com/groups/revelpuckcircus

A show about hope and community. Join the Pucks in a wild ride of finding joy in the journey, not the destination. This family show from The Revel Puck Circus brings together a collective of grassroots...

Herne Bay Outdoor Cinema

Venue: Herne Bay Clock Tower

Website: www.visioncinema.co.uk

Enjoy a carefully curated selection of films in a vibrant open-air setting, creating a memorable experience for film lovers of all ages. Films include Frozen 2, Mamma Mia and Finding Dory.

Cute, Small, Baby Dinosaur

Venue: Bluebell Railway

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

On select days, Set A trains will feature a charming little dinosaur for all to enjoy. This is your chance to meet and greet the adorable Baby Dino’s, and on other days encounter the impressive larger...

Jousting Events

Venue: Hever Castle

Website: www.hevercastle.co.uk

This summer the Knights of Royal England will be entertaining visitors with exhilarating displays of action, stunts, falls and fights in an authentic arena complete with a Royal Box. Join King Henry VIII,...

Rob Biddulph family Activity Trail

Venue: Chartwell

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Step into a world of imagination this summer and be inspired by award-winning author and illustrator Rob Biddulph. As you explore the garden, let his delightful book 'When I Grow Up I’d Like to Be…'...

Volks Weald Classic VW Family Car Show

Venue: Penshurst Place

Website: www.penshurstplace.com

Volks Weald, the family-friendly classic VW Show, is back in the Penshurst Place parkland this July. See some beautiful cars, enjoy live music, plentiful family-friendly entertainment, and of course, the...

Family-Friendly Fun Clay Day

Venue: Riverhill Himalayan Gardens

Website: www.riverhillgardens.co.uk

As part of this year’s Sculpture Exhibition, the artists from Surrey sculpture, will be hosting a small programme of events to compliment the exhibition. This is a drop-in activity, just pop along to...

Disney’s Frozen

Venue: Malthouse Theatre

Website: www.malthousetheatre.co.uk

Experience the musical phenomenon that has taken the world by storm! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, Disney’s Frozen includes all the film’s beloved songs by Kristen Anderson-Lopez...

Open Air Shakespeare: ‘Much Ado About Nothing’

Venue: Great Comp Garden

Website: www.greatcompgarden.co.uk

Join Changeling as they celebrate 25 years of outdoor touring. Bold, sexy, and unapologetically fun, Much Ado About Nothing is the perfect summer play. There ain’t no party like a Shakespeare party…Children...

Medway Mile 2026

Venue: Medway Park Sports Centre

Website: www.medway.gov.uk/medwaymile

Join thousands of other runners, joggers and walkers for this free mass participation community event. This year’s Medway Mile will include children’s races on the Medway Park athletics track sponsored...

Dickens' Animal Trail

Venue: Guildhall Museum

Website: www.visitmedway.org

Have you heard about the new family annual pass at The Guildhall Museum? It's amazing value - pay £12 on your first visit, then the whole family (2 adults and 2 children) can visit for free for an entire...

Knights Training Trail

Venue: Rochester Castle

Website: www.visitmedway.org

Find the tasks you would learn as a page and Squire in order to become a knight. Tuesday-Sunday 10am-4pm. Admission charges apply, crafts included with admission.

Park Wood Summer Fete

Venue: Park Wood Recreation Ground

Website: www.fusionhlc.org.uk/summer-fete-2026/

This year is going to be even bigger and better than ever on Saturday the 18 July, 11am - 3pm. They have lots of stalls booked in, from Creepy Claws to Tea, Coffee and Cake to different charities to a...

Play your way around the world at Quebec House

Venue: Quebec House

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/quebec-house

Games are available Wednesday-Sunday during opening hours as self-led activities.All play activities are free. If you would like to visit the house during your visit, normal admission will apply to the...

Pokémon joins Scotney's Summer of Play

Venue: Scotlney Castle

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Unleash your energy with the National Trust's Summer of Play supported by Pokémon. Set in a beautiful meadow surrounded by historic gardens, woodland, and castle grounds, this event offers a vibrant mix...

Riverhill Summer Activities

Venue: Riverhill Himalayan Gardens

Website: www.riverhillgardens.co.uk

Riverhill are inventing, creating and upcycling in the tipi all Summer long and are kicking off with marble maze making, great for the little inventors. All activities are drop-in (10am-4pm) and included...

Summer Evening Sessions at Wildwood

Venue: Hole Park, Cranbrook

Website: www.kent.wildwoodtrust.org

Prepare for an unforgettable adventure through nature during special evening openings. Whether you plan to bring the whole family or opt for an adults-only outing, these sessions offer an exciting glimpse...

Summer Fun at Broadditch

Venue: Broadditch Farm

Website: www.broadditch.co.uk

Get back to nature with the exciting Summer Scavenger Hunt, complete fun challenges and activities along the trail, perfect for young adventurers then step into a world of prehistoric fun with their dinosaur-themed...

Summer of Play at Emmetts Garden

Venue: Emmetts Garden

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Discover a summer jam-packed with fun. Take part in nature-inspired games and activities as you explore the garden. Free with normal admission.Play a game of cricket, create a running course with sports...

Summer of Play at Ightham Mote

Venue: Ightham Mote

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

There’s lots of fun to be had this summer at Ightham Mote. Join them for games and activities in the garden, have fun in the natural play area, challenge family and friends to a game of croquet or table...

Summer Holiday Storytelling: Polly and the Escaped Chick

Venue: Guildhall Museum

Website: www.visitmedway.org

Listen to a story about a Victorian servant’s life and the mischief her chick causes. Storytelling and object handling times take place at 11am,12.30pm, 2pm and 3.30pm on selected dates. Booking essential...

Summertime at Leeds Castle

Venue: Leeds Castle

Website: www.leeds-castle.com

Discover endless family fun at Leeds Castle, where every visit brings something new. From the high-energy excitement of Motors by the Moat on 8–9 August to the Summer Trail. Your admission ticket lets...

The Little Dragon and the Lost Gems

Venue: Ruxley Manor Garden Centre

Website: www.ruxley-manor.co.uk

This enchanting new trail promises adventure, imagination, and a well-earned treat at the finish line! At just £3 per child, the trail offers excellent value, especially with the added reward of a delicious...

The Little Dragon and the Lost Gems Trail

Venue: Ruxley Manor Garden Centre

Website: www.ruxley-manor.co.uk

Armed with curiosity and a sense of fun, children can follow clues around the garden centre, searching for the hidden gems completing the dragon's quest. It's an engaging way to get kids moving, thinking...

The Princess Proms

Venue: The Central Theatre

Website: www.medwayticketslive.co.uk/event/Princess-Proms

Prepare for a show stopping performance with heart-warming and nostalgic songs from animations including; Frozen, Wicked, K-Pop Demon Hunters, Moana, The Wizard of Oz, Beauty & The Beast, Anastasia, Pocahontas,...

Wild Wonder: Summer family workshops

Venue: Emmetts Garden

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Wild Wonder: Playful Nature Connection for Families This gentle and engaging family session is designed to help children and their parents or guardians reconnect with nature through play, curiosity and...

Meet a Roman Soldier- Children’s Workshop

Venue: Maidstone Museum

Website: www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk

A hands-on workshop led by a Roman Soldier in celebration of the Museum Hollywood Rome exhibition. 2 sessions - 11am-12:30pm and 1.30-3pm. Ideal for ages 4-11 years. Booking essential.

Wildlings holiday club

Venue: Hole Park, Cranbrook

Website: www.kent.wildwoodtrust.org

This is a holiday club with a difference! Set in over 40 acres of beautiful ancient woodland, Wildwood Trust has over 200 native animals, past and present. Wildlings children can get active in nature from...

Bluebell Railway Toyfairs

Venue: Horsted Keynes

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

A must-visit for collectors and enthusiasts of all ages, this event offers a fantastic mix of model railway stalls and railwayana stands.Whether you’re an avid fan or simply curious about collectible...

Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of the Baskervilles

Venue: Godinton House

Website: https://thepantaloons.co.uk

The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company present a brand-new riff on the fiendishly famous case. Will detective duo Holmes and Watson discover the deadly secret of the Baskerville family curse...

The Wind in the Willows Vintage Verse

Venue: Dragonfly Farm

Address: Langton Rd Speldhurst

Website: https://thefestivaltheatre.org

Bringing the era back to life from the excitement and energy of the dawn of the motor car to the serene beauty of an easy river-side existence, this roisterous one-man show uses only the author’s original...

Festival of Archaeology: Family Explorer Day at Knole

Venue: Knole

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Find out what an archaeologist does, have a go with some of the equipment and dig out some 'artefacts' yourself. Pick up a Heritage Explorer sheet and see how much everyday archaeological evidence you...

Summer Swimming Lessons in Kent

Venue: Dartford Grammar School for Girls

Website: www.allaboutswimming.co.uk

Can your child swim 25m… but are they truly confident and safe? Ongoing lessons help build stamina, improve ability and keep children safe in and around water. Perfect for beginners and existing swimmers...

Reptiles at Kingscote

Venue: Bluebell Railway

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

Join Kingscote Station and their exciting Reptile Zone as they welcome Tom’s Talking Reptiles to the railway as they display some of the fantastic reptiles they have. Viewing the reptiles is free, but...

Reptiles at Kingscote

Venue: Kingscote Station

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

Tom’s Talking Reptiles will be located in the booking hall and waiting room at the station with meet times running from 11am to 3pm on both days. Viewing the reptiles is free, but a £5 donation per...

The Jungle Book

Venue: Two Sisters' Theatre

Website: https://thefestivaltheatre.org

Filled with original music, audience interaction, and a host of larger-than-life characters, join Mowgli and his friends, Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther, on a jungle adventure as they meet and...

Open Air Theatre by Illyria: The Pirates of Penzance

Venue: Great Comp Garden

Website: www.greatcompgarden.co.uk

Performed by a six-strong cast of actor/singers with fully orchestrated accompaniment, The Pirates of Penzance boasts such gloriously memorable songs as “To be a Pirate King!”; “Modern Major General”...

The Pirates of Penzance

Venue: Great Comp Garden

Website: www.illyria.co.uk

Frederick was born in a leap year on 29th February and is contracted to the Pirate King until his 21st birthday, not his 21st year. Can the inept Penzance constabulary protect him? Packed with hilarious...

A Midsummer Night's Dream - Free Show!

Venue: Broadstairs Bandstand

Website: www.elsf.uk

Bursting with mischief, chaos, romance and magic, this family-friendly outdoor production reimagines Shakespeare’s hilarious comedy with a bold splash of contemporary flair. Escape into the enchanted...

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Venue: Ellington Park

Website: www.elsf.uk

Bursting with mischief, chaos, romance and magic, this family-friendly outdoor production reimagines Shakespeare’s hilarious comedy with a bold splash of contemporary flair. Escape into the enchanted...

Outdoor Theatre- Peter Rabbit

Venue: Scotney Castle

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Quantum Theatre are back with an enchanting new adaptation of two of Beatrix Potter’s best-loved Tales, The Tales of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny. Michael Whitmore’s charming adaptation will have...

The Pirates of Penzance

Venue: Dartford Central Park

Website: www.illyria.co.uk

Frederick was born in a leap year on 29th February and is contracted to the Pirate King until his 21st birthday, not his 21st year. Can the inept Penzance constabulary protect him? Packed with hilarious...

Drop-in Soft Cup Archery

Venue: Quebec House

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Visit Quebec Houseus for drop-in soft cup archery sessions on select days in the Summer holidays.These activities are free and led by volunteers, but subject to availability. Also 12,19 and 26 August....

Picnic and Games in Green Court at Knole

Venue: Knole

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Enjoy garden games, like giant snakes and ladders and Connect 4, in the historic surroundings of Green Court. Bring your own picnic to enjoy too with family and friends. Normal admission applies.Car parking...

The Revel Puck Circus - The Glimmer Daze Gambit

Venue: Victoria Park, Deal

Website: www.tixr.com/groups/revelpuckcircus

A show about hope and community. Join the Pucks in a wild ride of finding joy in the journey, not the destination. This family show from The Revel Puck Circus brings together a collective of grassroots...

Children's Yoga and family-friendly Quebec House tour

Venue: Quebec House

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Enjoy a family-friendly session combining a guided family friendly tour of the house, playful activities in the garden, and a relaxing finish with yoga.The yoga session is suitable for children aged 5...

Summer Creative Fun - sand art and pebble making

Venue: The Alex

Website: www.thealex.org.uk

Join this hands-on art session where children can get creative with sand art and pebble painting. Children will start by designing ideas on paper before bringing them to life on pebbles. This is an adult-led...

Medway Culture Club Carnival

Venue: Royal Engineers Museum

Website: www.medwaycultureclub.co.uk/free-events

Medway Culture Club Carnival is a free family fun day and a chance to get together and celebrate the diversity within the community. Charitable donations are welcome.

Tunbridge Wells Brick Festival

Venue: Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre

Website: www.brickfestivalevents.com

This will be a great day for families, collectors, adult builders and every other kind of LEGO fan. With lots to see and do including speed building competitions, large scale displays, activities, traders...

Festival Italia

Venue: Brands Hatch

Website: www.brandshatch.co.uk

Brands Hatch has plenty of fun in store for families this summer, including a festival dedicated to Italian supercar heritage and a celebration of the UK’s favourite small car.Under 13s go completely...

K Pop Fantasy - The Ultimate tribute to The K Pop phenomenon

Venue: Hazlitt Theatre

Website: www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

Kpop Fantasy KPOP Fantasy is a high - energy theatrical celebration of the global phenomenon that is K - pop. Blending electrifying choreography with outstanding live vocals, this immersive stage show...

The Dinosaur That Pooped A Rock Show

Venue: Malthouse Theatre

Website: www.malthousetheatre.co.uk

Adapted from the number 1 best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, the whole family will have a poopy good time enjoying a brand, new story for the stage. Featuring new songs by Tom and Dougie,...

Fireman Sam Live! The Lost Pirate Treasure

Venue: Malthouse Theatre

Website: www.malthousetheatre.co.uk

Norman Price is determined to win the Pontypandy Treasure Hunt, but when he discovers clues to a real pirate treasure, he goes exploring deep into the caves. It’s up to Fireman Sam, Elvis and Ellie to...

Draw with Rob Biddulph family workshops

Venue: Chartwell

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

As part of this event Rob will bring to life his award-winning books and everyone will learn how to draw one of Rob’s amazing illustrations! Pre-book to avoid disappointment. Suitable for ages 3+. Children...

Pinocchio - Outdoor Theatre

Venue: Hever Castle

Website: www.illyria.co.uk

A wooden puppet runs away, hoping to find fun and adventure, but instead finds demanding bosses, con-artists and peer-pressure. How can Pinocchio ever become a real boy when even lies told to cover up...

Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show

Venue: Malthouse Theatre

Website: www.malthousetheatre.co.uk

Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show comes to Malthouse theatre bringing alive the illustrations and music that makes Tom Gates hugely popular around the world. With catchy tunes and hilarious performances, this...

TRAIN-ing to be a Knight

Venue: Horsted Keynes Station

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

Discover a brand-new medieval midweek spectacular - TRAIN-ING TO BE A KNIGHT! Black Knight Historical and friends, present a glorious and colourful medieval attraction at the Bluebell this August.

Summer Creative Fun - Suncatchers

Venue: The Alex

Website: www.thealex.org.uk

Get ready for a magical hands-on session creating your very own suncatchers. Design them using paper plates, ribbons, and decorations, then bring them to life by adding beads and ribbon to your sticks.Session...

Junior Engineering Experiences

Venue: Kent and East Sussex Railway

Website: https://kesr.org.uk/junior-engineer-experience

This fun-filled experience is sure to enthral all young enthusiasts keen to learn more about the workings of railways. Chris Vine, author of the Peters Railway books, will lead the sessions, sharing his...

Jurassic Lark in the Park!

Venue: Shorne Wood Country Park

Website: https://events.kentcountryparks.co.uk/shorne-woods/events

Roar into Shorne Woods. Join Ranger Claw-dia for a Dino Lab craft, a guided forest trail, and a secret meeting with Shorney-Saurus! Finish with a 30-min hideout party, games, and photos.

Outdoor Cinema: Back to the Future

Venue: Emmetts Garden

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Emmetts Garden is the perfect setting for an unforgettable open-air cinema experience. Your ticket allows you to explore the gardens before the film. No outside food can be brought onsite with you to this...

Taylor Swift by Xenna- The Eras Experience

Venue: Malthouse Theatre

Website: www.malthousetheatre.co.uk

Step into the world of Taylor Swift in this electrifying tribute show featuring the incredible: Xenna as Taylor. A celebration of the iconic pop sensation’s music, style, and unrivalled stage presence....

The Adventures Of Peter Rabbit

Venue: Hermitage Millennium Amphitheatre

Website: www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

To mark 160 years since the birth of Beatrix Potter, the Hazlitt Theatre, Parkwood Theatres and Maidstone Borough Council return to entertain local communities with their hotly anticipated Open Air Summer...

The Rapture Gaming Festival

Venue: Medway Park

Website: www.rapturegamingfestival.com

Visitors can explore massive gaming zones packed with modern favourites like Minecraft, retro arcade machines, virtual reality, Robot Arena and live wrestling. Best of all, the core activities are all...

Unicorns

Venue: Kingscote Station

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

This exclusive unicorn-themed weekend is ready to add a touch of magic to your journey. Authentic and captivating, they’re designed to ignite joy and wonder. Have your chance to meet and greet unicorns...

Wiggly Wild Show

Venue: Shorne Wood Country Park

Website: https://events.kentcountryparks.co.uk/shorne-woods/events

Visit Shorne Woods for a Wiggly Wild experience! Including Cornsnake, Bearded Dragon, Giant Millipede, Giant Stick Insects, Tailless Whip Scorpion, Fire Bellied Toad, Giant Hissing Cockroaches and a Giant...

Outdoor Theatre - Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

Venue: Emmetts Garden

Website: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cuemarketing/2028917

Step through the looking glass and into a world where nothing is quite as it seems. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland invites you to lose yourself in the magic of one of literature’s most beloved journeys!...

Treasure Island

Venue: Walmer Castle and Gardens

Website: www.quantumtheatre.co.uk

Presented by Quantum Theatre, this swashbuckling, action packed adventure is bursting with high drama, swordfights, sea shanties and of course Long John Silver and his parrot Cap’n Flint in a brand new...

Treasure Island

Venue: Hever Castle

Website: www.quantumtheatre.co.uk

Presented by Quantum Theatre, this swashbuckling, action packed adventure is bursting with high drama, swordfights, sea shanties and of course Long John Silver and his parrot Cap’n Flint in a brand new...

The Jungle Book by Immersion Theatre

Venue: Emmetts Garden

Website: www.ticketsource.co.uk/immersion-theatre/the-jungle-book/2026-08-20/15:00/t-vxvldad

Immersion Theatre are thrilled to bring their trademark energy to their wild, brand-new musical adaptation of the Rudyard Kipling family favourite, The Jungle Book! Filled with original music, audience...

Wings, Stings & Slimy things

Venue: Shorne Wood Country Park

Website: https://events.kentcountryparks.co.uk/shorne-woods/events

Visit Shorne Woods Country Park and discover the marvellous minibeasts that live in the park. Use sweep nets,bug pots and magnifiers to hunt out and identify mini beasts. A fun summer holiday activity.

Summer Creative Fun - Sensory Play Session

Venue: The Alex

Website: www.thealex.org.uk

Children will create their own sensory bottles and sensory bags, using materials such as rice, beads, pom poms, and hair gel. These interactive creations can be used for calming play, creative expression,...

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Venue: The Oval Bandstands and Lawns

Website: www.elsf.uk

Bursting with mischief, chaos, romance and magic, this family-friendly outdoor production reimagines Shakespeare’s hilarious comedy with a bold splash of contemporary flair. Escape into the enchanted...

Barn Dance

Venue: The Alex

Website: www.thealex.org.uk

With live music and expert calling, this is your chance to enjoy an evening packed with toe-tapping, fun-filled dancing for all ages and abilities. Includes a fully licensed bar to keep you refreshed throughout...

Outdoor theatre- Treasure Island

Venue: Scotney Castle

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Packed full of action, drama, sword fights and sea shanties, Island boy Michael Whitmore’s thrilling new adaptation will have you on the edge of your seat as Jim manfully tries to outwit the pirates...

Sticks N Stones

Venue: University of Greenwich (Chatham Campus)

Website: www.theparamountfoundation.org/sticks-n-stones/

The Sticks ‘n’ Stones Festival is back — and bigger than ever! Their mission is to equip people with the tools they need to enhance their wellbeing, mindfulness, and healthy living while having a...

Treasure Island

Venue: Scotney Castle

Presented by Quantum Theatre, this swashbuckling, action packed adventure is bursting with high drama, swordfights, sea shanties and of course Long John Silver and his parrot Cap’n Flint in a brand new...

Summer Creative - Marble painting and string painting

Venue: The Alex

Website: www.thealex.org.uk

Children will create unique artwork by rolling paint-covered marbles inside a box to produce exciting patterns. They will also explore string painting by arranging string on paper, adding paint and optional...

bOing! Family Arts Festival

Venue: University of Kent campus

Website: www.thegulbenkian.co.uk

bOing! is free to enter and has lots of free performances and activities to enjoy.You can also buy tickets for a range of indoor performances, workshops and the Luminarium. bOing! is a 20/30 minute walk...

Outdoor Cinema at Knole: Lilo and Stitch (2025)

Venue: Knole

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Enjoy this family favourite, Lilo and Stitch (2025), with friends and family in the beautiful surroundings of Knole's Green Court. Take your own chairs and blankets. The film screening will go ahead no...

The Pirates of Penzance

Venue: Walmer Castle

Website: www.illyria.co.uk

Frederick was born in a leap year on 29th February and is contracted to the Pirate King until his 21st birthday, not his 21st year. Can the inept Penzance constabulary protect him? Packed with hilarious...

Headcorn Southern Model Show

Venue: Headcorn Aerodrome

Website: www.headcornsouthernmodelshow.uk

Take the whole family and enjoy the best RC Model show in the South East, featuring something for everybody young or old. The Southern Model Show® is a very well established, family orientated show, and...