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summer events in Kent

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June 16, 2023 · 10 MIN READ

Enjoy your summer in Kent with these amazing events listed below.

Whether you are from the local area or you are exploring Kent whilst on holiday these events will be the perfect addition to your summer. Have a read below and see which take your fancy, there is something for everyone from music festivals to country shows and even craft fairs.

check out our Kent resort:

Rock the Mote 2023

where? Mote Park, Mote Ave, Maidstone, ME15 7RN

when? 5th August – 6th August 2023

time? 12pm – 10pm

how much? adult day from £21.84, adult weekend from £44.24, child day from £10.62, child weekend from £16.24

other info:

  • 36 tribute acts across three stages
  • Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Meat Loaf, Iron Maiden & more
  • street food festival too

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Kent County Show

where? Kent Showground, Detling Hill, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3HS

when? 7th July – 9th July 2023

time? 8am – 6pm

how much? adults from £22, children from £1

other info:

  • farming, agriculture and rural life
  • 92nd Kent Country Show
  • animals, tractors, show jumping, food and more

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Broadstairs Craft and Music Fair

where? Victoria Gardens, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1QS

when? 12th August – 18th August 2023

time? 10am – 8.30pm

how much? Free

other info:

  • various traders stalls
  • food, crafts, gifts, beauty and more
  • entertainment on throughout the day

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Kent Gin Fest 2023

where? Tonbridge Castle, Castle Street, Tonbridge, TN9 1BG

when? 26th August – 27th August 2023

time? 12pm – 10pm

how much? tickets from £15

other info:

  • enjoy some gin fun during summer bank holiday
  • set in Kent’s most authentic medieval castle
  • delicious food and live music

Deal Food & Drink Festival

where? Deal Castle, Marine Road, Walmer, Deal, CT14 7BA

when? 31st August – 3rd September 2023

time? 10am – 6pm

how much? Free

other info:

  • street food court
  • beach bar, live music stage
  • fairground rides and more

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Cafe Mambo Ibiza In The Park Festival

where? Mote Park, Mote Ave, Maidstone, ME15 7RN

when? 16th September 2023

time? 12pm – 11pm

how much? tickets from £32.40

other info:

  • enjoy the end of summer with this festival
  • legendary DJs & performers
  • enjoy a slice of Ibiza in the UK

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