Oktoberfest
The legendary Oktoberfest is coming to Fishers Brewery. Saturday 19th October 2019 – 11:00 – 23:00 Early bird tickets are £10 and £12 on the door. You can also pay a £8 refundable deposit for a glass stein! We will be open from 11am, where we will also be showing the Rugby World Cup Quarter Finals. Fisher’s Brewing Co. Bellfield Road, High Wycombe. – (Sat Nav) – HP13 5HG
Festival of Lights – Aylesbury
The Festival of Lights (Diwali ), originally celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains, but welcomes anyone to join in to celebrate peace and mutual respect. Celebrates new beginnings; the triumph of good over evil; light over darkness; knowledge over ignorance; and hope over despair. It will be an afternoon full of Lights, Lamps, collections of live music and dance, mouth watering street food and plenty of activities suitable for all ages and abilities. A Light Parade at dusk which anyone can join in as we all come together to celebrate the lights in life. Saturday 19th October 2019 – 13:00 – 20:00 Bucks County Museum and Kingsbury Square, Church Street, Aylesbury. (Sat Nav) – HP20 2QP
Water of Life Half Marathon, 10k & Junior Race
Enjoy a superb scenic multi-terrain half marathon route starting and finishing in the prestigious Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre. The course follows the Thames between Marlow and Henley, before looping back through beautiful countryside. Fantastic facilities and magnificent spectator-friendly start/finish by the River. Also 10k event, and children’s races to keep the young ones occupied while the main races are on. Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre, Marlow Road, Bisham, Marlow, (Sat Nav) – SL7 1RT Registration – 8:30 / Start Time – 10:00am See website for more details and to book your place. https://findarace.com/events/water-of-life-half-marathon-10k-junior-race Half Marathon £25 / Half Marathon UK Athletics members £23 / 10 km £20 / 10 km UK Athletics members £18 / 800mJunior Race £10 am to 9.45am
Monsters Ball 2019
Amersham Polish Club, Raans Road, Amersham. Bucks. (Sat Nav) – HP6 6LX Start 20:00 – 23:45 Celebrate Halloween in spooky party-style with Deejay Carl and his Monsters Ball 2019! Prizes for the best-dressed female and best-dressed male! Dance, party and sing the night away! Non-members welcome. Free entry. Cash bar only.
Bonfire and Fireworks
Free Entry November 2nd – 6:00pm – 10:00pm Bourton Park. Buckingham, Buckinghamshire. (Sat Nav) – MK18 7AB
Winterland Christmas Event
A magical Winterland event for all the family. Skate across the ice on our purpose built rink or take in the sights on the Ferris Wheel and admire the view. Browse around the Bavarian market and enjoy the very best in food and drink from our range of artisan sellers set your taste buds alight with mulled wine, cider, colourful cocktails, wood fired pizza, German sausage stalls and more. See Santa in his Grotto or watch a Disney themed show on ice. There is so much to see and do at this fun packed event which runs from the 22nd November 2019 to the 5 January 2020 – opening times 11am – 10pm (closed on Christmas and New Years Day). Watling Street, Milton Keynes, Bucks. (Sat Nav) – MK5 8AA
Visit Father Christmas at Leeds Castle
Follow the path through a Christmas Market, leading you to a magical grotto. Father Christmas awaits, a traditional gift for all the good to take home. Pre-booking is advised as Father Christmas can get very very busy at this time of year. Time slots: 10.30am, 11am, 11.30am. 12pm, 12.30pm, 2pm, 2.30pm, 3pm, 3.30pm and 4pm. Valid entrance tickets are also required for all attending. Visit the website for more information. www.leeds-castle.com Leeds Castle, Broomfield, Maidstone, Kent. (Sat Nav) – ME17 1PL
The Jingle Bell Speakeasy
The best kept festive secret in Kent… Celebrate the festive season in style at our Jingle Bell Speakeasy. A night of 1920s glitz, glamour and celebration! Step into a world where prohibition ends and the party begins. Enjoy a three course festive menu & burlesque entertainment before dancing the night away and enjoying our unlimited chocolate fountain! Saturday 30th November 2019. 19:00 – 23:50 Chiesman Pavilion, Spitfire Ground St Lawrence, Old Dover Road, Canterbury, Kent. (Sat Nav) CT1 3NZ
Tunbridge Wells Christmas Fair
It’s back and bigger than ever. At the One Warwick Park Hotel, you will find a wide variety of products from small businesses in Kent and East Sussex. From jewellery, candles, art, gifts, cards, home-ware, bath products, ceramics, clothing and much more. This event is free entry. Situated between the old high street and the pantiles in a high footfall area. One Warwick Park Hotel, Warwick Park, Tunbridge Wells, Kent. (Sat Nav) – TN2 5TA. 10:00 till 16:00
Celebration of Christmas 2019
An evening of joyful celebration. A beautiful arrangement of carols, readings and musical performances, a truly uplifting occasion. Tickets for the Canterbury Cathedral Carol Service are on sale now. Doors open 7pm, service starts at 7.30pm Canterbury Cathedral , Canterbury, Kent. (Sat Nav) – CT1 2EH.
New Years Eve Gala Dinner
New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner. Celebrate in style at The Spa. Includes Champagne on arrival, an exquisite 5 course Gala Dinner, music from our Resident DJ, dancing and champagne at Midnight. For more information or to book your 2019 celebrations now, contact our Reservations Team on reservations@spahotel.co.uk or call us on 01892 520331. £135 per person. The Spa Hotel, Mount Ephraim, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent. (Sat Nav) – TN4 8XJ
Fowlmead Chocathon
We run, so we can indulge! – At this running event, you can indulge! Run a lap, eat some chocolate, run a lap, eat some chocolate, can it get any better? For those who share a love of running and eating chocolate! Complete as many 4.37 mile loops and consume as much chocolate as you can/wish within a 6 hour time limit. Run a marathon, run less, as long as you complete one loop, you’re a finisher! Be warned! this may be an event where you consume more calories than you burn off! And when you finish you’ll receive a very special chocolate themed medal (not edible!) and a chocolate themed goody bag! Betteshanger Country Park (formerly known as Fowlmead Country Park). Deal, Kent – (Sat Nav) CT14 0BF Entry – £39:95 Start – 9:30am For more information see website. http://www.saxon-shore.com/Chocathon_Fowlmead/
The Wedding Experience
An international wedding exhibition – featuring: wedding dress collections, bridesmaid dress collections, veils & accessories, florists & floral artists, wedding stage & displays, party decorations, wedding cakes & pastries, wedding caterers, wedding halls, bridal beauticians, tattoo artists, bridal cosmetics & beauty products, invitation cards, gifts, jewellery, boutiques & fashion designers, wedding planners/organisers, travel agencies, wedding photographers, wedding video & DVD, and a whole lot more! 10:30 AM – 03:00 PM Kent County Agricultural Society, Maidstone, Kent.- (Sat Nav) ME14 3JF
Madama Butterfly
One of the world’s most popular operas, Puccini’s Madame Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results. Madama Butterfly – an Ellen Kent Production Orchard Theatre Dartford – Dartford See website for tickets – Ents24.com Wed 19:30
Farm Expo
Farm Expo is a free to attend event showcasing the latest developments in the agricultural industry. From machinery, supplies, and services for the agricultural industry. With trade stands, seminars, debates, and networking opportunities, Farm Expo looks towards the future of farms, farming, and rural enterprises. Organised by the Kent County Agricultural Society and free to attend. For more information visit website: www.kentshowground.co.uk/farmexpo/
Heritage Transport Show
The Heritage Transport Show will feature the popular South East Bus Festival with a display of over 125 vintage buses. Visitors can also ride some of the vintage vehicles on display. The Show will have over 1000 vintage vehicles including cars, buses, tractors, commercials, motorcycles and stationary engines. Attractions such as a traditional fairground ride, miniature railway, model displays, trade stands and autojumble. A ‘Classic of the Future’ area and the Farmers Market. Food and drink will be available from a variety of catering concessions. Parking is free. 10:00am til 4:00pm KENT SHOWGROUND Detling, Maidstone, Kent – (Sat Nav) ME14 3JF
Brighton Marathon 10K 2020 – Air Ambulance Kent Surrey Sussex
On Sunday 19th April 2020, 09:00 – 18:00 Take on this challenge set by the coast whilst raising vital funds to support our life-saving work: Preston Park, Preston Road, Brighton. See website for more information and registration. www.eventbrite.co.uk
Margate Mod & Sixties Festival 2020
Live bands, DJ’s, vintage market and other events all day Saturday & Sunday, outside in a wonderful old square in the Old Town. Evening events take place at Olby’s Soul Cafe & Music Room, 3-5 King Street, Margate, Kent. CT9 1DD opposite the Turner Arts center on Margate seafront. All surrounded by quaint vintage shops, amazing boutique hotels, family run cafes/restaurants/tea rooms.. 22 May 2020 at 20:00 – 25 May 2020 at 03:00 For more information and tickets see website.www.newuntouchables.com
Pop The Mote Festival
Mote Park – Saturday 23rd May 2020 will be hosting some of the UK’s best tribute bands, including ABBA, Michael Jackson, Little Mix, Ed Sheeran and more. 12:00pm – 10:00pm Mote Park, Mote Avenue, Maidstone, Kent. (Sat Nav) – ME15 7RN For more information and tickets see website: www.skiddle.com
Race For Life – Royal Tunbridge Wells 5K
Sign-up for 2020 NOW! Sunday 7th June 11:00 Dunorlan Park, Pembury Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells, TN2 3QN
Race For Life – Basildon Pretty Muddy 5K / Pretty Muddy Kids
Sign-up for 2020 NOW! Sunday 14 Jun – Adults from 11:30 Sunday 14 Jun – Kids from 10:45 Gloucester Park, Cranes Farm Road, Basildon, SS14 3GR
The Kent County Show
Kent County Agricultural Society, Kent Showground, Detling, Maidstone, Kent. (Sat Nav) – ME14 3JF 3-5th July 2020 – Free Entry – 09:00 – 06:00 Bringing together the best of Kent with animals and food, fun and excitement. Experience a more hands-on Show with access to the cattle marquee, on site shire stables, flower and woodland craft workshops, cookery demonstrations, live music, and a Food and Farming education area.
Race For Life – Maidstone 5K & 10K
Sign-Up for 2020 NOW! 4 Jul 2020 11:00 Mote Park, Mote Avenue, Maidstone, ME15 7SU
Faversham Vintage Antiques and Retro Fair
Antiques and Retro Fair Faversham. Come and find good quality items, such as, jewellery, fashion, accessories, homeware, furniture, prints, posters, paintings, vinyl , collectables, textiles, fabrics, books, and more! A pop-up tea room selling refreshments and cakes. Sunday. 5th July – 10:00 – 15:00 The Alexander Centre, 15 Preston Street, Faversham, Kent. (Sat Nav) – ME13 8NZ
Canterbury Gin Festival 2020
The Gin Society Festival is a festival for anyone with a love for Gin, with over 100 gins to choose from, all mixed with fantastic live music and great food. Also available, a variety of more than 15 premium Rums from specially spiced, dark and flavoured. Or add some fizz with Prosecco Royales. Fri, 4 Sep 2020, 18:00 – 22:30 / Sat, 5 Sep 2020, 18:00 – 22:30 TICKETS – £12.50 (+booking fee) per person which gets you entry plus a huge range of extras: Westgate Hall, Westgate Hall Road, Canterbury. Kent. – (Sat Nav) CT1 2BT From Eventbrite.co.uk
Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest returns to Maidstone’s Mote Park on Saturday 3rd October 2020! 12:00 – 23:00