Calendar of Kent Coast Events
For a great day out by the beach check out our guide to Kent Coast events and seaside festivals taking place each year. If you are looking for things to do and find out what’s on in Kent, see the events listed below.
Kent Coast events and highlights throughout the year for your diary. Find out what’s on in 2024, from food festivals to sailing and sporting events, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
JUNE
Whitstable Biennale
Next festival in 2024
Art lovers can enjoy the seaside day out and amazing art at the 7 day Whitstable Biennale contemporary visual art festival.
JUNE
Broadstairs Dickens Festival
June 2024
The streets of Broadstairs come to life in Victorian style, with stalls, shopping and demonstrations celebration Charles Dickens and Victorian culture. June 2024.
AUGUST
Broadstairs Water Gala
August 2024
Enjoy Broadstairs with some all day family fun with traditional beach competitions entertainment on the Kent coast.
JULY
Whitstable Oyster Festival
One of Whitstable’s most popular events. Explore Whitstable on the Kent coast with loads of delicious fresh seafood to sample.
JULY
101 Run
July 2024
Showcasing over 50 of the best custom and vintage motorcycles from across the UK & beyond, it has quickly become the hottest 2 wheel exhibition on the summer calendar.
JULY
Ramsgate Week
August 2024
Enjoy the Royal Temple Yacht Club annual regatta along with live music, family shows and other attractions and activities.
AUGUST
Eastbourne Airbourne
August 2024
This is a great day out with the Red Arrows display along with amazing line up of military fast jets, helicopters, parachutists and aerobatics teams.
AUGUST
Whitstable Harbour Day
August 2024
A great time to explore Whitstable on the Kent coast with loads of delicious fresh seafood to sample.
AUGUST
Margate Soul Festival
August 2024
The UK’s most anticipated Soul Festival is back. Margate Soul Festival takes place each year along the seafront, bringing together an exciting international line up over 3 days.
AUGUST
Broadstairs Folk Week
August 2024
A popular Kent coast event and great fun for the family with SO much to do and see! Events are held all over Broadstairs throughout the week.
AUGUST
Whitstable Town Regatta
August 2024
The Whitstable Town Regatta is a summer coastal event hosting family entertainment and funfairs along with sailing events and displays.
SEPTEMBER
Broadstairs Food Festival
September 2024
The event is held along the Victoria Gardens and seafront Promenade and visitors can sample an array of local and regional produce.
Broadstairs, Margate, Whitstable
Looking for exciting events on the Kent coast? Broadstairs, Margate, and Whitstable host lively happenings regularly with festivals, live music, theater, and comedy.
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