ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT intheDIARY COMING SOON
5 JANUARY BULLET JOURNALING WORKSHOP Happy & Glorious, Canterbury happyglorious. co. uk Time: 6.30pm- 8.30pm Price: £ 40
Looking to get organised for 2026 and try your hand at something new? Run by Happy & Glorious owner and avid bullet journaller Kate Tompsett, this fun workshop will cover the basics of bullet journaling- the mindful, colourful and creative way of planning your life that combines diary, journal, plans, notes and to-do lists into one gorgeous keepsake book. Tickets include a starter bullet journal and a pack of pens, drinks and nibbles, and exclusive shopping opportunities, plus a voucher to spend during the evening. Be sure to book early to avoid disappointment.
14 & 28 JANUARY WILDER WELLBEING Bore Place, Chiddingstone boreplace. org Time: 10am- 12pm Price: Free
The perfect opportunity to get outside, connect with nature and enjoy the company of likeminded individuals, Bore Place’ s Wilder Wellbeing sessions take place on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month, aiming to provide a wholesome setting to take a couple of hours of much-needed‘ me time’. Immerse yourself in nature-based activities such as forest bathing, pond dipping, bird watching, flora spotting and nature art, while taking time to connect with both yourself and your surroundings. Booking is essential.
25 JANUARY BURNS NIGHT: AINSLEY HAMILL WITH SAM KELLY & TOBY SHAER Colyer-Fergusson Hall, The Gulbenkian, Canterbury thegulbenkian. co. uk Time: 7.30pm Price: £ 18
On the birthday of poet and lyricist Robert Burns, join a wonderful celebration of our friendship and close connections with Scottish music and culture. Ainsley Hamill is one of Scotland’ s most compelling singers, known for her remarkable voice and emotive style. Presented by Folk in the Barn, this performance will see Ainsley joined by a stellar lineup including BBC Folk Award winners Sam Kelly( vocals, guitar) and Toby Shaer( flute, guitar).
29 JANUARY MO GILLIGAN- THE MO YOU KNOW Orchard West, Dartford trafalgartickets. com / orchard-theatredartford Time: 8pm Price: £ 29.50- £ 31.50
Off the back of his acclaimed In The Moment world tour, triple-BAFTA-winning standup sensation Mo Gilligan returns to the global stage with his brand-new stand-up show, The Mo You Know- his biggest world tour yet. Named‘ the funniest man in Britain’ by The Times, Mo has swept up the nation and beyond with his high-energy style and infectious charisma. This January, fans can expect an unmissable night of laughter, relatability and pure entertainment from one of comedy’ s brightest stars.
30 & 31 JANUARY GRAVESHAM LIGHT FESTIVAL 2026: LIGHT & LIFE Various locations across Gravesham graveshamartssalon. org. uk Time: 5.30pm- 8.30pm Price: Free
Be sure to save the date as Gravesham Light Festival gears up for another year of illuminating the winter streets of Gravesend with a creative mix of glowing installations, music, workshops and immersive experiences. With a new theme of Light & Life, January’ s festivities will showcase a magnificent musical Fire Bird, 3D projection and illuminated walkabout performers, promising a colourful celebration of creativity that brightens up the winter and brings people together. The full programme of activities will be announced soon. www. insidekent. co. uk • 23