Events and things to do

When RMS Titanic embarked on her maiden voyage nobody could have imagined that it would also be her last. Titanic Honour & Glory tells the story of this great liner, the honour of her passengers and crew and the glory of the ship herself, from her construction and launch to her sinking and rediscovery.

Enjoy 3 days of live music, food and drink - a fun day out for the whole family.

The world-famous OKTOBERFEST is coming to Canterbury City Centre at Westgate Hall. There will be hundreds of people in Canterbury’s biggest dedicated event space, with full bier hall decoration, live Oompah band and of course the iconic steins. Don your best lederhosen and grab a stein for this celebration of Bavarian Music, Food and drink!

Luxmuralis returns with an incredible light show. Time is an extraordinary exploration of humanity's relationship with the concept of time, offering audiences an unforgettable journey through history, science, and imagination.

Expect classical concerts and eclectic gigs, theatre, circus, talks, family events, science and more in the heart of historic Canterbury.

Legend: The Music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show. Combining his superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship, and a supremely talented cast.

Direct from a sell-out show at London’s Adelphi Theatre, together they recreate the timeless hits Could You Be Loved, Is This Love, One Love, No Woman No Cry, Three Little Birds, Jammin’, Get Up Stand Up, I Shot the Sheriff and many more reggae classics.

Embark on a magical, spellbinding letter hunt across Leeds Castle’s grounds. The scattered alphabet has been hidden far and wide, but only eight colourful letters can reveal the secret password. Together, you will unlock Ember the Autumnal Witch’s spellbook, break the Evil Sorceress’s curse, and restore the Guardians’ true selves.

Folkestone Documentary Festival brings some of the most exciting new international documentary films to the Kent seaside.

This year’s programme dives deep – from the ocean floor to outer space. Meet the creatures who live beneath the waves, explore Korean dating, and uncover the fight for English land rights. Visit eccentric farms and discover the radical power of a Kenyan library. Get fired up by community solar energy, encounter a legend of 80s pop, and see Folkestone as you’ve never seen it before!

Hastings Contemporary presents an exhibition by Michael Landy, whom is widely acknowledged as one of the most talented draughtsmen of his generation. In LOOK, Landy presents a group of intensely personal drawings from 2004-2005, including a new self-portrait made specifically for Hastings Contemporary.

Nestled in the vibrant heart of London, the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park offers a plethora of family-friendly activities and attractions, making it an ideal destination for a memorable day out with your kids. From adrenaline-pumping adventures and expansive green spaces, the Park has something to captivate children of all ages.

Spanning four levels, and bigger than 30 basketball courts, V&A East Storehouse is a new purpose-built public space designed. Taking over a section of the former London 2012 Olympics Media Centre in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park the warehouse-type space is designed to give unprecedented access to the V&A.

Hastings Aquarium is home to over 3500 incredible aquatic animals and reptiles. Embark on an amazing underwater safari exploring the hidden mysteries of our own native waters before dipping beneath the teeming freshwater rivers of South East Asia and the faraway ocean reefs of the South Pacific.

Folkestone’s restored Harbour Arm is a beautiful promenade out at sea with a world-class view. Formerly a ferry port, Folkestone Harbour Arm is now home to a growing collection of independent businesses that has become a centre for Food, Drink and Entertainment in Kent; the Garden of England.

Immerse yourself in the charm of Tonbridge, where fresh local flavours and rich history intertwine. Every second Sunday of the month, the town transforms into a haven for food lovers with its bustling Farmer’s Market.

Meet colourful characters from Cutty Sark’s past, and hear astonishing stories about life at sea in the age of sail.

While also being home to the world's first suspended concrete bowls, F51 Folkestone has three stacked floors dedicated to all types of skateboarding and BMXing.