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David Walliams to host book signing

David Walliams to host book signing

The bestselling author will be meeting fans and signing copies of his new book, the World’s Worst Superheroes, at a Kent bookshop.

Major London museum brings live show to Kent theatre

Major London museum brings live show to Kent theatre

The interactive show is inspired by exhibitions and galleries from one of the capital city’s most-visited tourist attractions.

Seaside attraction to host live music for bank holiday weekend

Seaside attraction to host live music for bank holiday weekend

A buzzing coastal destination is putting on live bands and a children’s Easter egg hunt over the four-day weekend.

Road closures as thousands prepare for Vaisakhi

Road closures as thousands prepare for Vaisakhi

From road closures to procession routes, here’s everything you need to know about Sikh festival celebrations taking place in a Kent town this weekend.

Wimpy to finally return to town centre this summer

Wimpy to finally return to town centre this summer

An iconic fast-food brand has reiterated it will reopen despite facing further delays in bringing back a branch in a Kent town.

Dockyard's ‘hidden treasure’ to host inflatable aqua park

Dockyard's ‘hidden treasure’ to host inflatable aqua park

Thrill seekers are being invited to take the plunge as a new floating obstacle course launches at a watersports centre based at a former dockyard.

Global bubble tea chain opens first Kent store

Global bubble tea chain opens first Kent store

A global bubble tea giant is due to open its first store in the county as it looks to expand across the UK.

Gladiators experience will bring battle ‘arena’ to shopping centre

Gladiators experience will bring battle ‘arena’ to shopping centre

Fans of the BBC show can challenge real-life Gladiators to popular challenges such as Hang Tough and Duel at a free pop-up event.

Music, food, boats and fireworks: Town gets ready for huge festival

Music, food, boats and fireworks: Town gets ready for huge festival

Plans are under way for a town’s river festival with entries invited for the raft race.

Contenders ready! Gladiators set to bring large fan event to Bluewater

Contenders ready! Gladiators set to bring large fan event to Bluewater

Fans of the iconic BBC show will soon be able to get up close and personal with the latest generation of superhumans at a free immersive event.

Pancake Day 2025: Races, recipes and restaurants

Pancake Day 2025: Races, recipes and restaurants

Have some flipping good fun this Pancake Day with kids’ races, mouth-watering recipes and freshly-cooked crepes.

Sydnie Christmas adds new date to UK tour

Sydnie Christmas adds new date to UK tour

The Britain’s Got Talent winner has announced a new show at a Kent venue as part of her solo tour.

Inside Kent’s second Haribo store as hundreds expected to queue at opening

Inside Kent’s second Haribo store as hundreds expected to queue at opening

Haribo is opening its second store in Kent tomorrow - with hundreds of shoppers expected to queue outside.

Thousands of Lego bricks recreate shipwrecks

Thousands of Lego bricks recreate shipwrecks

Ever wondered how many Lego bricks it takes to recreate the Titanic? As a special exhibition sails in we reveal all…

McFly and Sam Ryder to perform at summer concert series

McFly and Sam Ryder to perform at summer concert series

Chart-topping boyband McFly will be joined by the Eurovision star for an open-air concert this summer.

Haribo reveals opening date for second Kent store

Haribo reveals opening date for second Kent store

Confectionary giant Haribo has announced when it will be welcoming the first customers to its latest new store.

Unmissable family shows coming to the West End

Unmissable family shows coming to the West End

If you fancy taking the kids to London’s famous theatre district this year, here are three must-see shows you’ll want to see.

Light festival planned to brighten up town and battle winter blues

Light festival planned to brighten up town and battle winter blues

A parade of hundreds of schoolchildren carrying lanterns is planned to bring light to a town centre and encourage people to venture out.

Award-winning teen musical heads out on first UK tour

Award-winning teen musical heads out on first UK tour

Smash hit musical Dear Evan Hansen is touring the country for the first time after successful runs on the West End and Broadway.

Popular gaming festival axed from landmark attraction

Popular gaming festival axed from landmark attraction

One of Kent’s biggest festivals, which had run for the past four years, will not be going ahead in 2025, organisers have confirmed.

Town to throw huge Chinese New Year celebration

Town to throw huge Chinese New Year celebration

Kent residents can celebrate the Year of the Wood Snake with colourful dancing lions, traditional Chinese music and street performers.

5 unmissable events coming to Kent in 2025

5 unmissable events coming to Kent in 2025

Start filling this year’s diary with fantastic festivals, amazing art exhibitions and more.

Latest pictures as new McDonald's and Costa to open this month

Latest pictures as new McDonald's and Costa to open this month

Two new drive-thru restaurants are set to open their doors for the first time this month at a busy service station.

X Factor winner stars in musical tour

X Factor winner stars in musical tour

Singer Joe McElderry will appear in the nationwide tour of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

What to look forward to in Kent in 2025

What to look forward to in Kent in 2025

Music festivals, art exhibitions, charity races and national holidays – it’s all here in our 2025 Kent events calendar.

Popular Christmas tractor parade to return for third year running

Popular Christmas tractor parade to return for third year running

A much-loved festive tractor run, which has become a “true community event”, is back for a third year.

Our pick of the best and brightest Christmas homes

Our pick of the best and brightest Christmas homes

Discover some of the most festive homes in Kent with our bumper guide of Christmas displays which won’t break the bank.

10 festive family shows to get you in the Christmas spirit

10 festive family shows to get you in the Christmas spirit

Introduce your kids to the magic of the theatre with a charming Christmas show. Here’s our top picks for the festive season.

Our pick of Kent’s pantos

Our pick of Kent’s pantos

Get ready for fabulous dames, slapstick jokes and sing-along songs with our bumper guide to Kent’s panto season.

Medieval light display to illuminate historic ruins

Medieval light display to illuminate historic ruins

A stunning audio-visual display with colourful projections inspired by the Middle Ages is coming to Kent.

Kent and London theatres slash ticket prices

Kent and London theatres slash ticket prices

Theatres all over the country are offering up to 60% off tickets to festive pantos and smash-hit musicals as part of a Black Friday sale.

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