What’s On

Maidstone is alive with a massive range of events all year round. From drama to dance, music to comedy, and arts to festivals, use the search facility at the top of the page to find an event to suit you. Or if you want to plan ahead for when you visit, search using the Events Calendar.

A World Class Programme of Events

Our Festivals and Special Events attract visitors from round the world. World class events take place at incredible venues like Leeds Castle, and the Kent Event Centre. Maidstone is located in a great location with easy access to some major venues, such as Brands Hatch and The Hop Farm. Mote Park is the setting for an exciting programme of events each year. Leeds Castle holds a number of popular events including the Open Air Classical Concert, jousting, Christmas markets, classic car show and the award winning Festival of Flowers.

Theatre and Performance

Check out our Entertainment section for details of shows to see to see at the Hazlitt Theatre and other venues. Maidstone also has a lively live music scene, with bands and live music every weekend. Look out for who’s on at the Music Rooms at Pizza Express.

Find out First

If you would like us to let you know more about what's on in Maidstone, sign up for our monthly e-newsletter where we endeavour to let you know about the best things happening locally. Be sure to follow us on twitter @maidstoneinfo and like our Facebook page /VisitMaidstone to find out about competitions and tickets.

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Special Events | Maidstone, Kent
Events in Mote Park

Throughout the year Mote Park provides a very popular venue for a host of events ranging from large outdoor music festivals to wildlife and habitat exploration.
Easter Events

What's on this Easter in and around Maidstone | Kent
Maidstone Fringe Festival

Building on the success of previous festivals, the 2019 event will see a wide mixture of music in Maidstone, from rock, indie and pop-punk, through to acoustic and blues acts, ska, contemporary folk, funk, soul, dance and hip-hop.
1. 2 May 20196 May 2019
Katy vs Taylor

Katy Vs Taylor, who gets your vote? Join James Baker Productions in trying to decide! Two pop icons, one stage.
1. 26 Apr 2019
Oliver!
1. 1 Apr 20196 Apr 2019
Entertainment and venues
Prosecco, Gin & Dance Festival

THE FESTIVAL Over the past several years, Prosecco has taken the nation by storm and has become the beverage of choice for many Brits. With this in mind, we’re hosting Prosecco & Dance to give Prosecco lovers the chance to enjoy a number of different Prosecco varieties and cocktails, as well as the finest Italian street food and live entertainment throughout the day. ENTERTAINMENT Our favourite Jazz band will be providing the soundtrack to the event, which allows you to either kick back and enjoy the show or slip on those dancing shows and dance the night away! Plus expect special guests and other surprises. STREET FOOD Our events couldn’t go ahead without bringing the finest in Italian street food with us!
1. 29 Jun 2019

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