The Best of August in Maidstone ☀️

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The Best of August in Maidstone

Maidstone is Home to Five Green Flag Award Parks 💚

Five of Maidstones green spaces, Brenchley Gardens, Clare Park, Cobtree Manor Park, Mote Park, and Whatman (Millennium River) Park, have all been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award for 2025! 🏆

This internationally recognised award celebrates the dedication of Parks Team and volunteers who work tirelessly to keep these spaces clean, safe, and welcoming for visitors . Thank you to the teams for maintaining these beautiful spaces 🌳

New Openings

Creative Maidstone Community Arts Hub

Maidstone’s brand new Community Arts Hub, Creative Maidstone is officially open. A space for creativity, collaboration and community right in the heart of town including 7 studio spaces, 2 meeting rooms, exhibition space and retail zone!

Drop in, get in touch and find out how you can Create, Exhibit and Sell!

Located at the bottom of Gabriel’s Hill near the entrance to The Mall

The Oldham Gallery Maidstone Museum

Now open discover Maidstone Museums brand new Oldham Gallery which explores and displays Maidstone's culture throughout the years. Discover Maidstone's fascinating history right up to present day!

The Baton Of Hope Is Coming To Maidstone

This September The Baton of Hope embarks on another tour of the UK… even bigger than the first in 2023.

The Baton will be in Kent & Medway on Monday 22nd September and will be carried by people affected or bereaved by suicide along a dedicated route through Maidstone Town from 12pm, making stops along its journey. Join us in Mote Park for family fun at 'Hope in the Park' from 10am till 2pm on the day

Discover The Route, Get Involved & More Information

School Holiday Fun In Maidstone

Whether your staying dry from the rain or out enjoying glorious sun this summer holiday Maidstone has something for every forecast 🌦️

Stay dry on the rainy days and take a trip along the river undercover on the Kentish Lady 🛥️ Enjoy a mountain of entertainment at Lockmeadow Entertainment Complex sit back and relax at the Odeon, burn off some energy in Gravity, challenge friends and family at Hollywood Bowl, discover VR World and finish off with yummy food at Love Food 🍔🎳

Come rain or shine stay dry or out of the sun at Go Ape Leeds Castle! Whatever the weather adventure awaits and you can now enjoy their Treetop Adventure and Adventure plus courses every day of the week during the holidays! 🌳

Soak up the sun, pack a picnic and head to one of our award winning parks, perfect for enjoying nature and letting off some steam in the great outdoors 🛝

FREE Activities

🎨 Get Creative with What's On at Creative Maidstone 🎨

5th August |10:30am till 12pm| Jellyfish Hangers 🪼Book Now

6th August |9:30am till 4:30pm| Paper Portraits 👤 Drop in no booking required

7th August |2:30pm till 4:30pm| Bracelet Weaving 📿Book Now

The workshops are FREE however booking is required as there are limited spaces

☀️Enjoy Summer Fun at the Amphitheatre☀️

Immerse yourself in a range of theatre workshops at The Hermitage Millennium Ampitheatre (Across the river from Lockmeadow ME15 6YF) No need to book, just come along on the day and take part/enjoy the show between 10am till 11am!

13^th August – Pirates Theatre Workshop 🦜

20^th August – Grimm Tales Theatre Workshop Performance🧚‍♂️

27^th August – Greek Myths Theatre Workshop Performance🏛️

🔍Disover the Summer Spike Hunt 🔍

Until 31st August, explore Maidstone Town Centre to find 20 hidden Spike the Dinosaur soft toy in local businesses!

Spot them all? Fill out the form with their locations, and you'll be entered into a prize draw to win your very own cuddly Spike toy!🦖

Brenchley Bandstand Concerts

Enjoy FREE live music every Sunday between 3pm and 5pm until 7th September in the tranquil setting of Brenchley Gardens featuring traditional jazz and big band sounds.

Bring a chair, picnic, sit back and relax ☀️

🎶 3 August - Spitting Feathers 🎶10 August - Gravesend Borough Band 🎶17 August - Kent Police Band 🎶24 August - Sevenoaks and Tonbridge Concert Band 🎶31 August - East Peckham Silver Band 🎶7 September - Jon Hamilton Big Band 🎶

What's On in August

Motors by The Moat, Leeds Castle

Enjoy live stunt shows, parades, and hundreds of vintage, high-performance, and classic cars on the castle lawns on 9th & 10th August – all included with your admission.

It’s the perfect event for car enthusiasts and families alike!

Amazing Thai Festival, Lockmeadow Entertainment

Kent’s Biggest FREE Amazing Thai Festival is back!

Book your tastebuds in for 9th & 10th August and enjoy delicious food and great entertainment!

Wind in The Willows, Hazlitt Open Air Summer Tour

Returning for another Summer adventure! Grab a picnic and enjoy the ultimate family tale of friendship… Wind in the Willows at Maidstone's most scenic outdoor spaces between 16th - 24th August

Tickets start at just £5!!

Book Now!

Future Events You Don't Want To Miss!

Heritage Open Days, Various Locations

12th - 21st September

Maidstone Lit Fest, Various Locations

4th - 11th October

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