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

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    

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

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  

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 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

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 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/

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

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  

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.    

Sign-Up for 2020 NOW! 4 Jul 2020 11:00 Mote Park, Mote Avenue, Maidstone, ME15 7SU

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