Two-day event is back with 80 hours of live music, dancing in the streets plus barrels and barrels of beer
One of Kent's largest free festivals returns to celebrate our hop-growing heritage.
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Two-day event is back with 80 hours of live music, dancing in the streets plus barrels and barrels of beer
One of Kent's largest free festivals returns to celebrate our hop-growing heritage.
rss_kentish_gazette· Canterbury -
After a two-year break, a little piece of Venice returns to the county
A spectacular tradition that’s sure to float your boat is back in a Kent town this month.
rss_kentonline__main_news· Folkestone -
Photos: Hooden horses, Clarence the Dragon and a parade at Broadstairs Folk Week
Broadstairs Folk Week is well underway with events running until 14 August, with more than 400 events in over 20 [...]
rss_isle_of_thanet_news· Margate -
American actress Gina Gershon and artist Tracey Emin join huge crowd for Margate Pride parade
American actress and singer Gina Gershon was among the revellers at today’s Margate Pride. The 64-year-old has starred in such [...]
rss_isle_of_thanet_news· Margate -
Kent family day out as heritage trains and model railways return to Spa Valley Railway
Children aged two to 15 travel free with a fare-paying adult, making the event even better for families
rss_kentlive__kent_news· Kent -
One of Kent's most magical Christmas events is back - and tickets are on sale now
From giant glowing installations to seasonal food and Santa, this top festive attraction is set to return bigger and brighter this winter.
rss_kentonline__main_news· Kent -
Photos: Elephant, lion, circus performers and a parade of bubbles at Ramsgate Day
A Parade of a Thousand Bubbles led by Looping the Loop’s ringmaster, life-sized elephant and lion puppets, Madame Pauline de [...]
rss_isle_of_thanet_news· Margate -
Ramsgate Day returns with circus fun, live music and a town-wide celebration
Ramsgate Day takes place tomorrow (Saturday 15 August) from 10am to 5pm in Ramsgate town centre, with free family activities, [...]
rss_isle_of_thanet_news· Margate -
Absolute Madness: Gig was One Step Beyond
Madness certainly lived up to their name as they brought their high-energy live show to Canterbury.
rss_kentonline__main_news· Canterbury -
Family fun events in Thanet, August 10-16
Scorcha Skate School Monday sessions at Ramsgate Skate Park Warre Rec FREE sessions are also on offer every Monday at [...]
rss_isle_of_thanet_news· Margate -
New open air music festival to get under way
Madness, JLS and Becky Hill are to headline the Canterbury Live music festival this weekend.
rss_bbc_news__kent· Kent -
Kent’s biggest annual music festival returns with big names and more than 400 events
From live music and colourful parades to workshops and free family entertainment, this eight-day celebration has something for all ages.
rss_kentonline__main_news· Margate -
Margate Winter Gardens team host free Summer Weekender
The team behind the revival of Margate’s Winter Gardens will be hosting a Summer Weekender on Saturday 22 and Sunday [...]
rss_isle_of_thanet_news· Margate -
‘We tried the summer holiday trail at one of Kent’s most popular family attractions’
Our reporter and her children visited one of the county’s best-loved family attractions to try an activity trail which is for the school holidays.
rss_kentonline__main_news· Kent -
Photos: Partial solar eclipse over Thanet August 2026
Crowds gathered across spots in Thanet yesterday evening (August 12) to witness the partial solar eclipse. A crowd of more [...]
rss_isle_of_thanet_news· Margate -
In pictures: Sky watchers assemble for solar eclipse
People across Kent, Surrey and Sussex watch the moon obscure the sun in a rare partial eclipse.
rss_bbc_news__kent· Kent -
Kent observes biggest solar eclipse since 1999
Kent residents have been flocking to spots to get a glimpse of the solar eclipse this evening.
rss_kentonline__main_news· Kent -
Ramsgate Stargazers to hold partial solar eclipse pizza party at town’s boating pool
The Ramsgate Stargazers are holding a partial solar eclipse pizza party tomorrow (August 12) for those who want guidance, or [...]
rss_isle_of_thanet_news· Margate -
Bongo’s Bingo returns to Margate
This autumn Bongo’s Bingo is returning to Margate with two new shows following on from a sold-out debut at the [...]
rss_isle_of_thanet_news· Margate -
Where to see the solar eclipse in Kent
Events are set to place in Kent, Surrey and Sussex for people to watch the rare celestial display.
rss_bbc_news__kent· Kent -
Where to see the solar eclipse in the South East
Events are set to place in Kent, Surrey and Sussex for people to watch the rare celestial display.
rss_bbc_news__kent· Kent -
13 budget friendly things for families to do in Thanet this summer
By Scarlett Crichton The summer holidays are here, and keeping children entertained for weeks can quickly become expensive. But families [...]
rss_isle_of_thanet_news· Margate -
Could you be this year’s Christmas star? Huge Kent festive light switch-on searches for talent
Applications are now open for people to take to the stage at one of the county’s biggest light switch-ons.
rss_kentonline__main_news· Kent -
Things to see and do in Thanet, August 7-9
Santus Circus 6th August – 31st August, Lord of the Manor roundabout Santus Circus returns for its 2026 UK tour, [...]
rss_isle_of_thanet_news· Margate -
Lion and elephant puppets, science, music and circus heritage at huge Ramsgate Day event
Ramsgate Town centre will burst into life as Ramsgate Day on August 15 brings together local bands, buskers, dance troops and [...]
rss_isle_of_thanet_news· Margate -
From Peppa Pig to Tudor queens: Five things to see in Kent this month
We’ve rounded up some of the best stage and music events taking place across the county, with something for everyone.
rss_kentish_gazette· Canterbury -
Enjoy the thrills and spills of oval racing at Lydden Hill this August
Come and see European late models, Kent Outlaw Oval Racing, Progrands UK and Minicups UK at Thunder 650, a festival celebrating oval racing
rss_kentonline__main_news· Kent -
All you need to know about Kent’s new music festival that’s set to welcome 40,000 fans this weekend
Your complete guide to a major three-day music event, with headliners JLS, Becky Hill and Madness.
rss_kentonline__main_news· Canterbury -
Love On The Runway music festival heads to Manston airport
A two day music festival will be held at Manston airport this month. Love on the Runway Festival is a [...]
rss_isle_of_thanet_news· Margate