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Show-stopping outdoor theatre coming to Kent this summer

Show-stopping outdoor theatre coming to Kent this summer

Sit back, relax and enjoy spectacular open-air performances from some of the country’s best theatre companies over the coming months.

Dates confirmed for Christmas light trail

Dates confirmed for Christmas light trail

A second festive light trail featuring jaw-dropping installations has announced it will return this year. Find out how to book your tickets.

Warning for Swifties as ticket scams surge

Warning for Swifties as ticket scams surge

Ticket scams are said to be ‘flooding’ social media with Taylor Swift fans being heavily targeted ahead of the UK leg of her Eras Tour in June.

Barbie among films to play at free outdoor cinema

Barbie among films to play at free outdoor cinema

An outdoor cinema, which offers views over the English Channel, will return this summer and show new releases as well as fan favourites.

McFly singer Tom Fletcher brings children’s book to life

McFly singer Tom Fletcher brings children’s book to life

Monsters, aliens and unicorns are coming to the stage with a live adaptation of the popstar’s Who’s In Your Book series

Annual lambing weekend could see up to 10,000 visitors

Annual lambing weekend could see up to 10,000 visitors

The springtime event, which returns this month, has seen large crowds flock to see the newborn lambs in previous years.

'Bluey's theatre show is joyful, moving and all-too-relatable'

'Bluey's theatre show is joyful, moving and all-too-relatable'

Bluey’s Big Play, which comes to Kent this week, is every bit as hilarious, joyful and moving as the hugely-popular TV series, writes our reviewer.

Football legends to go head-to-head at sports dome launch

Football legends to go head-to-head at sports dome launch

Football legends are joining a star-studded lineup in a tournament ahead of the opening of a multi-million-pound entertainment centre.

Danny Dyer to play in celebrity charity football match in Kent

Danny Dyer to play in celebrity charity football match in Kent

Danny Dyer will again play in a special celebrity match to raise money for a disabled children’s charity.

Start your engines: retro car show returns

Start your engines: retro car show returns

Admire more than 1,000 vintage cars, buses, motorbikes and military vehicles at an annual transport show.

Boyband Blue added to festival line-up

Boyband Blue added to festival line-up

The chart-topping group have joined a throwback festival celebrating the ‘90s and ‘00s with Eve, Peter Andre and Vengaboys.

Eurovision star to perform headline concert

Eurovision star to perform headline concert

Space Man singer Sam Ryder is the latest name to be announced as part of a seaside summer concert series later this year.

Enjoy the Easter holidays with fantastic days out

Enjoy the Easter holidays with fantastic days out

This Easter break, you can enjoy outdoor adventures, egg hunts, Lego workshops, dinosaur trails and more. Here’s our top picks.

Lifeboat exhibition to make a splash at maritime attraction

Lifeboat exhibition to make a splash at maritime attraction

A new exhibition looking back at 200 years of the RNLI is set to open at a tourist attraction for six months.

Red Arrows will perform in town despite air show cancellation

Red Arrows will perform in town despite air show cancellation

The Red Arrows will return to a town this year after previously backing out of a display.

Spring delivery: where to see newborn lambs in Kent

Spring delivery: where to see newborn lambs in Kent

Lambing season returns this spring with adorable newborn animals arriving all over the county. Here’s where you can see them.

Thousands of free tickets up for grabs to Kent’s top attractions

Thousands of free tickets up for grabs to Kent’s top attractions

Enjoy free family days out, guided walking tours, wine and beer tastings and spa breaks as the Kent Big Weekend returns.

The best family shows to book this year

The best family shows to book this year

From Disney classics to musical favourites, these 10 fantastic theatre shows are sure to put a smile on your kids’ faces.

Outdoor cinema experience to return this summer

Outdoor cinema experience to return this summer

Cinema-goers can watch blockbuster films including Mamma Mia and Back to the Future at a historic venue this summer.

Opening date for new McDonald’s revealed

Opening date for new McDonald’s revealed

The opening date of a new McDonald's set to return to a shopping centre after more than a decade has been announced.

Families wanted for half term beach clean

Families wanted for half term beach clean

A wildlife charity is hosting a beach clean during half term and is welcoming families on their half term break to come and take part.

West End hit the Wizard of Oz is coming to Kent

West End hit the Wizard of Oz is coming to Kent

Follow the yellow brick road to a Kent theatre and join Dorothy and Toto on a technicolour adventure this February.

Kent residents wanted for the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch

Kent residents wanted for the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch

The world’s largest survey of garden birds – critical in monitoring declining species – is seeking Kent residents to join this weekend’s count.

Young musicians to perform in classical concert series

Young musicians to perform in classical concert series

A stately home will be hosting two classical music morning concerts this winter, with music by Mozart, Bach and Tsintsadze.

Your guide to what’s on in Kent in 2024

Your guide to what’s on in Kent in 2024

Start filling up your diary for 2024 with fantastic events, festivals, holidays and days out.

Winter light festival to return to town centre

Winter light festival to return to town centre

A free light festival is set to light up the skies this January with colourful installations and projections.

The 12 films of Christmas

The 12 films of Christmas

From action-packed classics to family favourites and new releases, there’s something for everyone in the cinema this Christmas.

Spooky Christmas trail opens at country park

Spooky Christmas trail opens at country park

The Nightmare Before Christmas trail puts a scary spin on the festive season with ghosts, ghouls and twisted elves.

Get tails wagging with dog-friendly Christmas walk

Get tails wagging with dog-friendly Christmas walk

The seaside stroll will encourage dog owners and their pups to dress up in Christmas jumpers for a brisk winter walk.

Christmas laser show returns for third year

Christmas laser show returns for third year

A colourful laser display will light up the skies over a Kent coastal town this winter with music, circus acts and a funfair.

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.

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