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Festive family theatre to catch this Christmas

Festive family theatre to catch this Christmas

Introduce your kids to the magic of theatre this Christmas with Kent’s fantastic festive shows. Here’s our top picks.

Dermot O’Leary to meet fans at Kent bookshop

Dermot O’Leary to meet fans at Kent bookshop

The showbiz host will be signing copies of his new children’s book, Wings of Glory, at a Kent shopping centre.

Spread Christmas cheer with Kent’s festive family days out

Spread Christmas cheer with Kent’s festive family days out

From gingerbread decorating to film screenings and ice skating, there’s lots to keep everyone happy this Christmas. Here’s our top picks.

Stars launch panto as temporary theatre takes shape

Stars launch panto as temporary theatre takes shape

A temporary purpose-built theatre is taking shape ahead of opening night for its annual pantomime.

Festive ballet double-bill to be performed at Kent theatre

Festive ballet double-bill to be performed at Kent theatre

Two breathtaking ballets, The Nutcracker and Swan Lake, are being brought to life in the run-up to Christmas.

Craig David and Nile Rodgers announced for summer concert series

Craig David and Nile Rodgers announced for summer concert series

The two pioneering artists will join the likes of Busted, JLS and Jess Glynne for a series of seaside concerts next year.

Festive tractor parade to return for Christmas

Festive tractor parade to return for Christmas

A huge after-dark procession of tractors decorated with colourful lights is to return to a number of Kent villages.

Christmas lights switch-ons in Kent

Christmas lights switch-ons in Kent

Wrap up warm, grab a mulled wine and watch your town light up with festive cheer this Christmas.

Iconic boyband to play at Kent venue

Iconic boyband to play at Kent venue

Boyband heartthrobs JLS are coming to Kent to play a “brand new live show”.

EastEnders and CBBC actors to star in Aladdin panto

EastEnders and CBBC actors to star in Aladdin panto

Popular TV stars will be taking part in this year's fairy-tale panto production in the Towns.

Busted announce headline summer concert

Busted announce headline summer concert

The ‘00s pop-rock band are the first to be announced for a string of seaside concerts next year.

Play brings stunning life-sized tiger to the stage

Play brings stunning life-sized tiger to the stage

A thrilling new stage adaptation of Life of Pi is coming to Kent, bringing a breathtaking Bengal tiger puppet along with it.

East 17 to switch on Christmas lights in Kent towns

East 17 to switch on Christmas lights in Kent towns

East 17 will switch on Christmas lights in two Kent towns as part of free festive celebrations.

kmfm presenters to host bonfire bash

kmfm presenters to host bonfire bash

Two kmfm radio hosts will be at the helm of one of Kent’s biggest fireworks displays with live music and a funfair.

Frighteningly fun days out this Halloween

Frighteningly fun days out this Halloween

Keep the whole family happy this Halloween with plenty of kid-friendly activities, from ghost hunts to pumpkin carving.

Date announced for annual Christmas light parade

Date announced for annual Christmas light parade

One of Kent’s biggest Christmas parades will return next month with light-up costumes, live music and panto stars.

Become besties with your local bookshop

Become besties with your local bookshop

Bookshop Day is back and stores across Kent are celebrating with author talks, book signings and storytime sessions.

Draconid meteor shower: How and when to watch the weekend’s shooting stars

Draconid meteor shower: How and when to watch the weekend’s shooting stars

The Draconid meteor shower is set to peak this weekend and the unseasonably warm October forecast could help sky gazers catch a good display.

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is coming to Kent cinemas – here’s how to get tickets

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is coming to Kent cinemas – here’s how to get tickets

The concert film of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is coming to Kent cinemas and here’s everything you need to know about the much-anticipated showings.

Bonfire night with a bang: Kent’s must-see fireworks displays

Bonfire night with a bang: Kent’s must-see fireworks displays

Sparks will fly as some of the best fireworks displays in the county gear up for another unforgettable bonfire night this November.

Annual fireworks display cancelled

Annual fireworks display cancelled

A local authority has said a yearly fireworks event won’t be going ahead after it failed to find sponsorship for it.

Spectacular light show to illuminate Kent cathedral

Spectacular light show to illuminate Kent cathedral

The stunning Luxmuralis light installation is part of a multi-arts festival that runs until November.

Cult Disney classic back in Kent cinemas for 30th anniversary

Cult Disney classic back in Kent cinemas for 30th anniversary

Cult Halloween classic Hocus Pocus, starring Bette Midler and Sarah Jessica Parker, is returning to Kent cinemas to celebrate its 30th birthday.

It’s time to meet again at 1940s festival

It’s time to meet again at 1940s festival

Salute to the ‘40s returns to Kent with jive dance lessons, vintage fashion stalls and live swing music.

Dog festival cancelled as temperatures to soar

Dog festival cancelled as temperatures to soar

A festival for four-legged friends has been postponed over welfare fears as temperatures are set to reach the high 20s

Rescheduled arts carnival confirms new date

Rescheduled arts carnival confirms new date

The free event was cancelled in the summer due to bad weather but will now go ahead with artwork, music and craft workshops.

Adults-only night planned at inflatable theme park

Adults-only night planned at inflatable theme park

Adults will have the run of Jumpin Fun’s 16,000sqft inflatable obstacle course, at a special night next week.

Kent’s Christmas lights trails

Kent’s Christmas lights trails

Festive trails are planned for locations across Kent including at Tonbridge Castle, Leeds Castle, Bedgebury Pinetum and a new event in Walmer.

Kevin Clifton to star in Kent’s biggest panto

Kevin Clifton to star in Kent’s biggest panto

The former Strictly dancer and musical theatre star will be making his panto debut as the villain this Christmas.

X Factor singer to headline outdoor concert

X Factor singer to headline outdoor concert

Olly Murs, who finished in second place on the singing show, will perform his biggest hits at an open-air concert by the coast.

11 brilliant bank holiday ideas

11 brilliant bank holiday ideas

From family festivals to medieval jousting, there’s plenty of fantastic things to do over the August bank holiday weekend. Here’s our top picks.

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