Family activities in Kent this weekend

by Katie Davis

Not sure what to do with the kids this weekend? Let My Kent Family help. Every week we search the county for great ideas to keep you and your family entertained.

Robot Wars show at University of Greenwich Medway

Friday, September 23 to Sunday, September 25

Catch the spin-off show from the cult BBC series. Taking place in a full size arena at the university's campus close to Chatham Historic Dockyard, watch the schools' knockout competition and get up close to some of the show's biggest stars - the house robots such as Matilda and Sergeant Bash.

Further details here

Join Thomas and friends for a fun packed day

Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends at Kent and East Sussex Railway in Tenterden

Saturday, September 24 and Sunday, September 25

Let good, old Thomas and friends take all the family on a ride of a lifetime! Hop aboard for a fun-packed day out that includes unlimited rides behind Thomas and a goody bag for every child.

More details and tickets here

Canterbury Food and Drink festival returns this year with Kent's finest produce

Canterbury Food Festival at Dane John Gardens

Friday, September 23 to Sunday, September 25

Try the county’s best food and drink at Kent’s biggest food festival. Take the children along to enjoy themselves in the kids' field while you tuck in at the huge selection of tempting stalls and bars.

Full details here

Dreamland is helping to attract the crowds

Margate Festival - Dreamland Passing Phase

Friday, September 23

Head to the Kent coast and spend the day trying out all the rides from the Jumping Tower to the Top Spin? As the Margate Festival draws to a close this weekend, head down to Dreamland to see one of the Passing Phase performances. Tickets are free, but there’s a limited amount available for the Passing Phase performances.

More information and tickets here

Jump aboard to see Captain Flinn return in this much awaited sequel

Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs 2: The Magic Cutlass at Folkestone Quarterhouse

Saturday, September 24

Captain Flinn is back in this much awaited stage sequel. Based on the best selling book by Giles Andreae and Russell Ayto, watch the pages of the story come to life. Jump aboard this pirate adventure that’s perfect for kids under 11.

Full details and tickets here

Bluewater Nature Trail

Everyday

If the kids think Bluewater is boring, they'll soon be having a rethink after this adventure the whole family will enjoy. Explore the beautiful parkland and lakes surrounding the shopping centre and, as you walk the 45 minute trail, you'll discover wonders such as the Swan Lake, Mosaic Tunnel and a range of wildlife. There’s even a play area for the little ones! Best of all? It's all free.

More information here

Mr Popper’s Penguins at the Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells

Wednesday, September 28 to Saturday, October 1

Catch Mr Popper’s Penguins splashing onto the stage before its West End season. A musical adaptation of Richard and Florence Atwater’s popular book - it was also made into Hollywood hit film starring Jim Carrey - this is a fun-packed show for all ages.

Book your tickets here