What can I do with the kids this weekend in Kent?
Are you looking for inspiration for family events?
Then let My Kent Family come to the rescue. Every week we search the county for some great ideas to keep you entertained.
Bonkers Bike Festival
@ Betteshanger Country Park, Deal
Saturday, August 14
This free family fun day celebrates all things pedal powered. See awe inspiring bike-based feats, including the unique spectacle of Bicycle Ballet's Strictly Cycling. Families can even pedal their own smoothie or have a go in one of the many wacky races.
For the full event programme click here
Combined Ops Military Vehicle and Airshow
@ Headcorn Aerodrome
Saturday, August 13 and Sunday, August 14
This family event hosts the largest collection of classic aircraft and military vehicles around. It will be full of vintage and modern aircraft displays, on the ground and in the air. Military vehicles, living history re-enactment groups, arena events, military stalls and children's mini tanks all add up to to make this a perfect day out.
More details here
Herne Bay Air Show
@ Herne Bay sea front
Sunday, August 14
Take all the family along to a spectacular display including the Red Arrows, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight which includes the Spitfire, Hurricane, the much sought-after Lancaster Bomber, and the jaw-dropping Eurofighter Typhoon. There will be flypasts all day and evening entertainment from 6.30pm. Free.
More event details here
Interactive Children's Theatre Weekend
@ Leeds Castle, Maidstone
Saturday, August 13 and Sunday, August 14
Kids can have loads of fun performing the stories of legends of kings and queens and other historical heroes with a little help from professional actors. Other events on the day include having go at circus skills including stilts, juggling, hula-hoops, diablos and spinning plates. There will also be displays and performances from popular legends like Robin Hood and Henry VIII.
Book tickets to Leeds Castle here and save 10%
The BFG
@ Gulbenkian, Canterbury
Saturday, August 13
The must-see film of the summer for kids of all ages. Ten-year-old Sophie is in for the adventure of a lifetime when she meets the Big Friendly Giant. At first she is terrified but she soon finds the 24-foot giant is gentle, humorous, innocent and kind. However, as their friendship grows, Sophie's presence attracts the unwanted attention of the other giants...
Book tickets here
Summer Jousting Tournament
@ Hever Castle, near Edenbridge
Saturday August 13 and Sunday, August 14
Watch the knights battle it out at the annual jousting tournament as they compete for points to find this season's champion. The thrilling show will include stunts, actions, falls and fights in an arena complete with royal box.
Book your tickets here
Open Air Theatre
@ Mote Park, Maidstone
Thursday, August 18
Mote Park is hosting an open-air theatre event for all the family featuring a Beatrix Potter play and a Shakespeare classic. Beatrix Potter's original tales are brought to life in this adaption by Michael Whitmore at 3pm at the park. In the evening, Quantum Theatre presents Shakespeare's final masterpiece, The Tempest, a magical tale of love and sorcery, dark hearts and treachery.
For tickets call
