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Dick Whittington and His Cat Pantomine
29th November till 31st December
Join the Hazlitt Theatre for a fun-filled adventure in this classic panto tale, Dick Whittington & His Cat!
With lots of family fun, catchy songs, and plenty of slapstick comedy, this is the panto you don’t want to miss! Will Dick find his fortune? Will the dastardly villain be thwarted? And can our hero really talk to his cat? There’s only one way to find out – grab your tickets and get ready to join the purrr-fect adventure!
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Enjoy a Christmas Market Trail |
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Saturday 6th December
Follow the Christmas Market Trail through various Town Centre locations! Wrap up warm, soak in the festive atmosphere, indulge in tasty seasonal treats, and explore unique handmade gifts.
Christmas markets will be located in the following locations:
🎄Maidstone Christmas Market at Jubilee Square, 11am till 7pm
🎄Christmas Artisan Market at Royal Star Arcade, 10am till 3pm
🎄Christmas Craft Market at Maidstone Museum, 10am till 3pm
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Christmas at Leeds Castle |
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Escape to the magical estate of Leeds Castle and enjoy a variety of festive experiences, a perfect way to embrace the magic of Christmas. 🎄 |
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Christmas Lights
21st Nov to 31st Dec
This after-dark illuminated trail promises to bring festive joy to all who visit. Whether you're searching for the perfect Christmas activity, a memorable festive experience, or a new holiday tradition.
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Neverland Christmas
22nd Nov to 4th Jan
Step into the beloved world of JM Barrie’s Peter Pan for a Christmas adventure full of wonder, imagination, and storytelling. Included in your admission ticket!
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Affordable Art Exhibition
15th Nov to 20th Dec
Creative Maidstone is proud to present a dynamic collection of paintings, ceramics, textiles, and much more all made by local artists and all priced under £250 in time for the festive gifting!
Whether you're looking for a unique gift or a special treat for yourself, this collection offers something truly special for every art lover.
Upcoming Workshops
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Rag Wreath Workshop
Saturday 6th December
£20pp, Booking required
Come and learn how to create a beautiful ‘rag wreath’ to decorate your home this festive season. All materials will be provided, with a choice of fabrics available to suit your colour scheme, but you’re welcome to bring fabrics from your own stash too!
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Discover Maidstone Museum |
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Father Christmas Jingle Bell Experience
A special Father Christmas Experience for teens and adults with SEND, adults living with Dementia or other needs, and all others who would like a quieter Father Christmas experience.
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Christmas Glass Workshop
Saturday 13th December , various sessions | Booking required
Join artist Mona Whitton for a festive workshop where you'll explore traditional copper foil stained glass techniques in a modern, three-dimensional way!
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A Kent Christmas: Talk and Folk Songs
Saturday 13th December, 4pm till 5pm | Booking required
Immerse yourself in the festive spirit as Dr. Geoff Doel explores the enchanting traditions of Kent through song and storytelling.
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Experience Christmas at Kent Life
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29th November until 24th December
Join Kent Life for a magical Christmas Experience! Meet Father Christmas in his enchanting grotto and let little ones pick a special gift from the toy shop. Explore the sweet shop, build your own Be My Bear teddy*, and enjoy an enchanting live show.
Hop aboard The Jingle Express, visit The Snow Inn for festive treats, and decorate gingerbread in Mrs Christmas’s Kitchen with mulled wine or a non-alcoholic drink and a mince pie for adults.
Say hello to friendly farmyard animals, feed them*, and make reindeer food* to take home for Christmas Eve.
*small additional charge applies
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Carols and Christmas Concerts |
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Experience the joy of the season with a range of Christmas carols and concerts that will make December truly magical.
Kent Community Orchestra, Maidstone Voices, Maidstone Choral Union and Kings Hill Strings join together to present a Christmas celebration covering centuries of Festive using.
Held in support of Heart of Kent Hospice, this uplifting event promises festive favourites, powerful harmonies and a chance to come together for a truly meaningful cause..
The Annual Carol Concert with the Medway Concert Brass, held in the Relic Chapel.
🎁Maidstone Carols, All Saints Church, 13th December
Join us for a heartwarming evening of festive joy as a large community choir, drawn from churches across Maidstone, presents traditional carols in a vibrant contemporary style
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Events in 2026 you don't want to miss! |
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Maidstone Light Up Festival
Fri 6 February
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Heart of Kent Walking Festival
20th till 29th March
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