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‘Last hurrah’ for airport as it plans first airshow in 10 years

‘Last hurrah’ for airport as it plans first airshow in 10 years

13 November 2024

An airport is set to host its first major event in more than a decade before works start to transform it into an international runway.

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Christmas carousel to join family-favourite ice rink and Ferris wheel

Christmas carousel to join family-favourite ice rink and Ferris wheel

13 November 2024

A town is set to grow its festive offering with a new ride, despite fears over the damage it will do to the grass.

David Nicholls and Steven Moffat to appear at book festival

David Nicholls and Steven Moffat to appear at book festival

09 November 2024

A seaside literary festival is bringing a star-studded line-up of TV writers, bestselling authors and comedians to Kent.

Light up, light up! Kent’s Christmas switch-on events

Light up, light up! Kent’s Christmas switch-on events

05 November 2024

Kent’s towns will soon be illuminated by thousands of twinkling Christmas lights. Here’s where you can find your local switch-on event.

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Step into Christmas with Kent’s festive calendar

Step into Christmas with Kent’s festive calendar

01 November 2024

Want to book panto tickets or find out when your local light switch-on is happening? We’ve got all the need-to-know Christmas dates.

Huge fireworks display for Diwali cancelled

Huge fireworks display for Diwali cancelled

31 October 2024

A highly anticipated annual fireworks display taking place at a Sikh place of worship has been cancelled at short notice.

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Join a family fun scarecrow hunt this half term

Join a family fun scarecrow hunt this half term

31 October 2024

Scarecrows have once again taken over a quiet village this half term.

Pay tribute to the Armed Forces with Kent’s Remembrance Day events

Pay tribute to the Armed Forces with Kent’s Remembrance Day events

31 October 2024

Show your respect to those who have lost their lives in battle at the county’s Remembrance Day services and parades.

Huge fireworks display tops the bill at Diwali celebrations

Huge fireworks display tops the bill at Diwali celebrations

30 October 2024

Excitement is building for the return of an extravagant fireworks display held as part of a major religious and cultural event.

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Grab your shoulder pads - museum to host 1980s disco

Grab your shoulder pads - museum to host 1980s disco

27 October 2024

Partygoers are set to be welcomed inside a museum that was first opened by the Victorians to boogie at an 80s disco night.

Re-rewind! 90’s Garage legends Artful Dodger to perform at town’s Christmas lights switch-on

Re-rewind! 90’s Garage legends Artful Dodger to perform at town’s Christmas lights switch-on

24 October 2024

The garage artist favourites will kick off a town’s festive celebrations with a series of hits from their back catalogue.

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Kent’s spectacular fireworks displays

Kent’s spectacular fireworks displays

21 October 2024

It’s almost time to ‘ooh’ and ‘ahh’ as Kent’s skies light up with fantastic fireworks displays and bonfire nights.

UK’s oldest scare attraction returns for Halloween

UK’s oldest scare attraction returns for Halloween

13 October 2024

The hair-raising mazes feature terrifying live actors and authentic sets to give visitors a scare. Do you dare to enter?

Medieval light show to illuminate Kent landmark

Medieval light show to illuminate Kent landmark

20 September 2024

A stunning display of colourful projections, intricate artwork and immersive music is coming to a historic building this autumn.

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Thousands of waggy tails at one of country’s biggest dog shows

Thousands of waggy tails at one of country’s biggest dog shows

17 September 2024

Dow owners and their four-legged friends enjoyed a two-day canine extravaganza.

Attention! Salute to the ‘40s is back in town

Attention! Salute to the ‘40s is back in town

08 September 2024

One of Kent’s biggest retro festivals returns with jazz music, swing dancers, 1940s fashion and guided tours.

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Huge dog show to get tails wagging

Huge dog show to get tails wagging

05 September 2024

Kent dog owners can treat their pups to fun agility courses, aqua zones, Best in Show contests and more.

River festival set to return as dates for celebration confirmed

River festival set to return as dates for celebration confirmed

04 September 2024

A free festival celebrating a major river running through the county is set to be in full swing for six days this month.

Global festival returns to park

Global festival returns to park

03 September 2024

An extravaganza of international music, food and dance is coming to Kent town this weekend.

‘Devastated’ band cancels Dreamland gig after crew member’s sudden death

‘Devastated’ band cancels Dreamland gig after crew member’s sudden death

03 September 2024

A group set to perform on the Kent coast this week have cancelled their concert following the tragic death of a crew member.

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