What's On in Kent

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...

Prehistoric Adventure at Dinotropolis

Venue: Dinotropolis

Address: Upper Plaza 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...

Circus Zyair

Venue: The Hop Farm

Website: www.circus-zyair.co.uk

Join Circus Zyair for an unforgettable experience filled with thrilling performances and breathtaking stunts.Featuring over thirty world-class artistes, including fearless acrobats and daring stuntmen,...

Bluebell Brickworks

Venue: Bluebell Railway

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

Choose to travel on the Brilliant Bricks Takeover Train and enjoy building with LEGO® or DUPLO® bricks whilst steaming through the countryside this February half term.Stop off at Horsted Keynes Station...

Bugs, Boots and Backpacks

Venue: Hever Castle

Website: www.hevercastle.co.uk

Throughout February half term, children can become mini nature experts as they build bug hotels, create clay creatures and splash through the mud, in wellies. From collecting natural treasures to discovering...

February Half Term at Leeds Castle

Venue: Leeds Castle

Website: www.leeds-castle.com

This February half-term, bring the whole family to Leeds Castle for a day packed with fun, exploration, and unforgettable experiences. From our famous maze and three exciting playgrounds to breathtaking...

February Half Term – Dockyard Deckhands

Venue: The Historic Dockyard Chatham

Website: https://thedockyard.co.uk

This February half term, step into the shoes of a Dockyard worker and become an apprentice deckhand for the day. Roll up your sleeves, try real maritime skills, and learn about the trades that once brought...

February Half Term Trail

Venue: Ightham Mote

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Kick off the season with this free February Half Term Garden Trail, designed to get young explorers outside and discovering nature as spring approaches. Follow the trail through the gardens and tackle...

February Half-term: Family activity trail

Venue: Scotney Castle

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Journey through time on this outdoor family-friendly trail, complete the fun puzzles and activities in each era and find the lettered power crystals. Piece them together to free Professor Paradox from...

Magical Creatures Trail

Venue: Eastgate House

Website: www.visitmedway.org

Explore Rochester’s most mysterious mansion this half term and learn about mythical creatures from the past. Included with general admission to the house. 10am to 5pm (last admissions 4.15pm). Various...

John Lawson’s Circus

Venue: Ruxley Manor Garden Centre

Website: www.ruxley-manor.co.uk

Under the big top, children and adults alike can enjoy 45 minutes of classic circus fun packed with skilful acts and bright entertainment – perfect for primary school-aged children looking for something...

Fun For Little Ones - A Tribute To Ms Rachel

Venue: Orchard Theatre

Website: https://trafalgartickets.com

The UK’s Ultimate Tribute to the Global Sensation… Ms Rachel! Get ready for singing, dancing, giggles and non-stop fun as the magic of Ms Rachel comes to life on stage in an interactive, high-energy...

Creative Club - Family Film Crafts

Venue: Gulbenkian Arts Centre

Website: https://thegulbenkian.co.uk

Creative Club is a series of workshops for children aged 12 and under at Gulbenkian Arts Centre. Join a professional artist before each screening in a fun family making session themed to the film showing...

The Tour of the Eras - A Spectacular Tribute to Taylor Swift

Venue: The Stag Sevenoaks

Website: www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk

Experience the ultimate celebration of Taylor Swift's music in The Tour of the Eras, a breathtaking tribute starring the incredible Hannah Jenkins. With stunning vocals, dazzling costumes, and all the...

Home Education Day

Venue: Wildwood Kent

Website: https://kent.wildwoodtrust.org/kids-clubs/home-education-day

Join Wildwood Kent to look at some real animal bones and meet a replica human skeleton. Find out the purpose of the skeleton and the important functions of our bones.10.30-12pm - Structured group activities,...

Night at the Museum: Movie and Craft Activities

Venue: Maidstone Museum

Website: https://museum.maidstone.gov.uk

A family-friendly movie night and kids activities.Suitable for ages 8+. Booking essential.

The Gruffalo’s Child

Venue: Gulbenkian Arts Centre

Website: www.thegulbenkian.co.uk

One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures...

World Book Day

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.worldbookday.com

Reading for fun is the single biggest indicator that a child will grow up to enjoy a happier and more successful life. The World Book Day mission is to promote reading for fun, offering every child and...

British Science Week

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.britishscienceweek.org

British Science Week is an annual ten day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths. The theme for 2026 is 'Curiosity:what's your question?' This theme is all about getting you thinking...

Taylormania

Venue: The Granville Theatre

Website: www.thegranvilletheatre.com

Katy Ellis a self obsessed ‘Swiftie’ with an incredible live band and dancers promises to deliver the most authentic recreation of a Taylor Swift show you will ever see. Features all of Taylor’s...

Bluey and Bingo

Venue: Bluebell Railway

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

Visit Sheffield Park Station for special meet-and-greet sessions (at intervals) with these playful sisters, known for their boundless energy, creative games, and heart-warming adventures. This event is...

Community Fair

Venue: Orchard Theatre

Website: https://trafalgartickets.com

This monthly fair for local makers, bakers, service providers, artists and small businesses to showcase their products and more. Support local and shop for crafts, gifts, sweets, treats, pre-loved clothing,...

Kite Making – Free Workshop

Venue: Maidstone Museum

Website: https://museum.maidstone.gov.uk

Come together, learn and soar high in the sky! Design and create your own kite and learn how they fly in this practical and hands-on course.10-11.30am. Free but ticket required. Up to two children per...

The Three Little Pigs The Musical

Venue: Orchard Theatre

Website: https://trafalgartickets.com

Get ready for a heart-warming adventure with The Three Little Pigs in this fresh, lively, family-friendly musical that’ll have you laughing out loud from start to finish! The Three Little Pigs...

Coram Shakespeare

Venue: Gulbenkian Arts Centre

Website: https://thegulbenkian.co.uk

Join Gulbenkian Arts Centre for an exhilarating evening of live theatre, featuring a series of unique abridged Shakespeare productions by local schools.See Shakespeare’s timeless stories brought to life...

Great Big School Clean

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.keepbritaintidy.org

Keep Britain Tidy believe that teaching children and young people about litter is a crucial part of their environmental education journey. Join the Great Big School Clean this spring, and help your...

Peppa Pig's Big Family Show

Venue: The Woodville

Website: www.woodville.co.uk

Peppa Pig Live is back with a brand-new ‘oinktastic’ stage show which will feature the new addition to the family, baby Evie! Based on the much-loved animated preschool TV series, Peppa Pig’s Big...

Mother’s Day Lunch at The Waterside

Venue: Hever Castle

Website: www.hevercastle.co.uk

Treat Mum to a delightful Mother’s Day lunch at The Waterside Bar, Restaurant and Terrace nestled just one mile from the picturesque Hever Castle and Gardens.

The Princess Proms

Venue: Assembly Hall Theatre

Website: www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk

Performing the magical music of Moana - Wicked - Frozen - Taylor Swift, Wizard of Oz - Beauty and The Beast Anastasia - Pocahontas, Shrek - Aladdin and many more.

Dazzling Daffodils

Venue: Hever Castle

Website: www.hevercastle.co.uk

Spring arrives at Hever Castle with Dazzling Daffodils, a week-long celebration of one of the season’s most uplifting flowers. From guided garden tours with expert growers to floral demonstrations, castle...

Spring Afternoon Tea

Venue: St Peter’s Church, College Road

Website: www.wearebeams.org.uk

Join We Are Beams for a fabulous afternoon of delicious food and great entertainment. There will also be a “just for fun” quiz and raffle with a selection of great prizes. Gather your friends and...

Tales From Acorn Wood

Venue: Assembly Hall Theatre

Website: www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk

Based on the favourite stories by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Packed full of toe-tapping songs, puppetry, and all the friends from Acorn Wood, this beautiful show from the team that brought you...

Red Nose Day

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.comicrelief.com

Taking place every March, this unique fundraising campaign uses comedy as a means to fundraise money for great causes. Anyone and everyone can get involved. Past years have seen bake sales, 24-hour dance-a-thons...

MAOS: Grease the Musical

Venue: Hazlitt Theatre

Website: www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

It’s 1959 at Rydell High School. The Burger Palace Boys are slicking back their hair and the Pink Ladies are ruling the halls. With hit songs including “Greased Lightnin’”, “We Go Together”...