ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT intheDIARY COMING SOON
4- 6 JULY TONBRIDGE MUSIC WEEKEND Tonbridge Castle, Tonbridge tonbridgemusicweekend. com Time: From 5.30pm( Friday / Saturday), 11am- 5pm( Sunday) Price: From £ 32.70( adult), from £ 11.25( child)
Get ready as July brings back the exciting celebrations of Tonbridge Music Weekend. Promising great music, lots of dancing and heaps of family fun, this year’ s spectacular lineup includes incredible bands such as Disco Inferno, 5,6,7,8 The Steps Experience, Michael: The Magic of Michael Jackson and The Polygons. Catering to families of all ages, Sunday 6 July will see the transformation of the Tonbridge Castle grounds for FamilyFest, where arts and crafts, face painting and cartoon characters take centre stage.
4- 6 JULY KENT COUNTY SHOW Kent Event Centre, Detling kcas. org. uk / kent-county-show Time: 8am- 5pm Price: From £ 22( adult), £ 3( under 14s)
A cherished annual three-day showcase of all things agricultural excellence throughout the county that raises vital funds to support Kent in continuing its amazing contributions to food, farming and countryside life. Across the weekend visitors are invited to browse stalls of glorious Kentish gifts, treats and produce, meet the animals at the tents, watch prestigious equine classes, join crafty workshops and sample lots of local food and drink. The kids are sure to delight in the nostalgic fairground rides also pitching up for the celebrations.
11- 13 July Canterbury Children’ s Literature Festival Various venues across Canterbury canterburykidslitfest. co. uk Time: Various times Price: From free- £ 10
An vibrant celebration that aims to support children of varying ages in developing a love of stories, including and outside of the traditional written format, through inspiration, collaboration and education. Taking place throughout multiple Canterbury venues, children and their families are invited to a variety of bookable events, with 2025’ s programme including a storymakers workshop, a bookish quiz and many exclusive author talks from names such as Katherine Webber and Nathanael Lessore.
18 JULY TEXAS Dreamland, Margate dreamland. co. uk Time: From 5.30pm Price: From £ 57.94
Joined by special guest KT Tunstall, Scottish pop rock band Texas are all set to take to Dreamland’ s iconic Scenic Stage during the praised Margate Summer Series. Following on from their critically acclaimed sellout UK arena tour, Texas will be bringing their popular live show and top musicianship to the people of Margate, promising a performance to remember. All ages are welcome, however under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
26 JULY- 24 AUGUST SUMMERTIME AT LEEDS CASTLE Leeds Castle, Maidstone leeds-castle. com Time: 10am- 6pm Price: Included with general admission
The summer holidays are fast approaching therefore it’ s time to start planning your summer fun! Taking care of keeping the little ones occupied and providing lots of activities for the grown-ups to enjoy too, Leeds Castle is thrilled to announce their summer season at the castle. Take part in the immersive woodland trail, soak up the sunshine in the expansive grounds, get lost in the playgrounds and maze, or get up close to majestic birds of prey. An array of wonderful displays will also be open within the historic castle. www. insidekent. co. uk • 23