Hever Festival Theatre Edenbridge // Until 17 October heverfestival. co. uk
Situated within the grounds of Hever Castle and boasting diverse performances that unite history and magical entertainment, Hever Festival Theatre will present an extended programme for 2025. Taking place in both the undercover theatre space and outdoor viewing areas, performances this year include a range of outstanding tribute acts, local theatrical groups and even historical showcases from castle curator, Dr Owen Emmerson. Visitors can also opt for a delicious pre-theatre supper or splendid afternoon tea in Hever’ s Guthrie Pavilion, or bring a picnic to make the most of the beautiful surroundings.
Sacconi Chamber Music Festival Folkestone // 16- 18 May sacconi. com
Offering audiences the chance to hear mellifluous string compositions in various intimate settings, the award-winning Sacconi Quartet, joined by the delightful Folkestone Young Strings, will perform five captivating concerts this month as a part of their 18th Chamber Music Festival.
TN90’ s Festival Tonbridge // 24 & 25 May tn90sfestival. co. uk
Back and better than ever for another jampacked weekend of nostalgia is Tonbridge’ s TN90’ s Festival. Promising good vibes and the hottest tracks of the 90s and 00s that you just can’ t help but sing along to, this year’ s confirmed headliners include the likes of Ironik, Artful Dodger and Sweet Female Attitude. Pairing with exclusive VIP areas with plush facilities, fully stocked bars, great food and life-sized games, TN90’ s is certainly not one to miss.
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The Chatham Maritime Food and Drink Festival Chatham // 24- 26 May cmtrust. co. uk
A free-to-attend, family-friendly festival that combines both a vibrant commemoration to Chatham’ s rich maritime heritage and a superb display of award-winning local food and drink. With live music and watersports activities, including the popular Medway Sunlight Rotary dragon boat race on the Sunday.
Pride Various dates and locations pride-events. co. uk
This festival season will see the return of vibrant parades of love, diversity and inclusivity as Kent celebrates the LGBTQ + community through a host of spectacular parties, inclusive talks, welcoming workshops and uplifting musical performances. With numerous Kent towns set to join the fun, including Canterbury, Deal, Ashford, Margate and Folkestone, 2025’ s Pride celebrations are looking to be bigger and brighter than ever. Be sure to visit the website for more information and to find your local festival.
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Wine Garden of England Summer Celebration Chilham // 7 June winegardenofengland. co. uk
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Now in its fourth year, the Wine Garden of England Summer Celebration is heading back to the idyllic grounds of Chilham Castle with Kent’ s award-winning vineyards for another spectacular showcase of the county’ s strides within England’ s viticulture scene. Look forward to meeting leading producers including Balfour, Biddenden, Chapel Down, Domaine Evremond, Gusbourne, Simpsons, Squerryes, Westwell and Yotes Court, while sampling acclaimed wines from refreshing sparklings to fine stills. Ticketholders will be given a tasting glass, tote bag and vouchers for the day and can also enjoy food stalls, live entertainment and Q & As with the experts.
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