What to do with the kids in Kent this weekend?

by Ellis Stephenson

Another half-term is just around the corner.

But until school is out we have a few things to keep the little ones - and you're weekend - busy until then.

Take a look at some of the things coming up over the next few days...

It's a Knockout charity event in aid of the Heart of Kent Hospice. Picture: Brian Green
It's a Knockout charity event in aid of the Heart of Kent Hospice. Picture: Brian Green

It's a Knockout, Mote Park, Maidstone

From Friday, May 19, and Sunday, May 21.

The best version of the hit BBC game show comes to the county this weekend.

With a couple of days of laughter and fun in store why not head down there to see what's going on.

And there's still time to enter your team of 10. Perfect for anyone 16-years-old or over. It's all in aid of the Heart of Kent Hospice. For more information click here.

Samantha Womack will star in The Addams Family
Samantha Womack will star in The Addams Family

The Addams Family, The Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

From Tuesday, May 23.

It has surely got to be everyone's favourite family.

Well now you can catch them in Canterbury's Marlowe Theatre. Based on the characters created by Charles Addams the live adaptation follows the now all-grown-up Wednesday Addams who has a shocking secret.

Grab your tickets here.

The iconic planes will be at the event this weekend. Picture: Wayne McCabe
The iconic planes will be at the event this weekend. Picture: Wayne McCabe

Fabulous 40s weekend, Kent & East Sussex Railway

Saturday, May 20, and Sunday, May 21.

Spitfire displays, live music, dancing, historic vehicles and fashion of the time. That's what you can expect at the Fabulous 40s event.

Hear the stories and immerse yourselves in wartime Britain. There's also going to be lots going on for families, including having the chance to look around some historic vehicles and planes. Click here for more.

Paige Toon visit, Waterstones in Bluewater

Saturday, May 20.

One for the teenagers now!

The Sunday Times bestseller Paige Toon will be meeting and greeting fans and signing their copies of her latest novel 'The Last Piece of my Heart'.

She'll be meeting people from 1pm. Get all you need to know here.

Babe the Sheep-Pig is coming to Kent
Babe the Sheep-Pig is coming to Kent

Babe, The Sheep Pig, The Orchard Theatre, Dartford

From Thursday, May 25.

This heart-warming and charming adaptation of the Oscar-nominated classic has been winning people around for ages.

And now you have yet another opportunity to see it for yourself.

Visit www.orchardtheatre.co.uk.

Dover Castle at night
Dover Castle at night

Saturday, May 20.

Ever wondered what goes on at night in a building like Dover Castle? Well now you can find out.

We are being offered the opportunity to go back after closing time as the dark draws in. From 6pm until 10pm you and your youngsters will be able to experience the late night atmosphere. For more information click here.

Push the Boat Out this weekend
Push the Boat Out this weekend

Push the Boat Out

Until Sunday, May 21.

Ever fancied having a taste of what it's like to sail on the high seas?

Well, Push the Boat Out, organised by the Royal Yatching Association, is designed to give people a taste of what people can expect. The Medway Yatch Club, Bewl Sailing Association and Erith Yatch Club are all involved.

Visit rya.org.uk.

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