1Steampunk Festival 2026
Join us for a steampunk festival full of creative costumes, workshops, performances and curious machines—an unforgettable day for all ages.
5.7 milesSat 25 Jul11:00£2
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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Kingswood (Maidstone)
10 picks around Kingswood (Maidstone), from 9 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.
25–26 July Near Kingswood (Maidstone)
Not every listing gets a golden ticket
We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.
Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Kingswood (Maidstone), not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.
Our 10 picks near Kingswood (Maidstone)
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2Live music with Jez D'Ruccé
at The George
Featuring a fantastic mix of indie, pop and rock
8.8 milesSat 25 Jul
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3Help Feed Those In Need
at NIGERIAN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION KENT AND MEDWAY
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9.8 milesSat 25 Jul
4Free! (worth double-checking)Saturday Late Afternoon Pottery Painting
Come along for our late afternoon saturday painting session. Pick which piece(s) you would like to get artsy with, pay at the till and enjoy your time in our studio decorating to your hearts content. Please note: cost of booking is studio fee and includes use of all glazes and firing, and * does not * include cost of the ceramic piece(s) you will be painting. Only participating painters pay a studio fee - add a £0 Non-painter ticket to make sure we have enough room for your whole group… Read more
21.8 milesSat 25 Jul
5Free! (worth double-checking)Weekend Morning Pottery Painting
Come along for our early afternoon pottery painting session. Pick which piece(s) you would like to get artsy with, pay at the till and enjoy your time in our studio decorating to your hearts content. Please note: cost of booking is studio fee and includes use of all glazes and firing, and * does not * include cost of the ceramic piece(s) you will be painting. Only participating painters pay a studio fee - add a £0 Non-painter ticket to make sure we have enough room for your whole group… Read more
21.8 milesSat 25 Jul
6Karaoke
at Medway Queen Paddle Steamer
This was a very popular event last year and we are happy to repeat it. £15.00 per person, from 7.00pm to 9.00pm. it promises to be a wonderful evening. We are expecting a high demand so book early to avoid disappointment. Bring your own snacks and nibbles, a good selection of drinks available from the bar. Book through Pam Bathurst:- or by ‘
12.2 milesSat 25 Jul20:00£15.00
753rd Swale Smack & Sailing Barge Match
at Fleur De Lis Heritage Centre
Organised annually by the Kentish Sail Association, the race celebrates the rich heritage of the trading and fishing craft that once filled the Thames Estuary and north Kent coastline. Many of the vessels taking part are more than 100 years old and represent an important part of Britain’s maritime history.
12.9 milesSat 25 Jul
8All Together Worship - Upper Church
A relaxed and informal approach to worship. There is an all-age talk in the first part of the service, followed by Junior Church activities for the young people, while the service continues for adults with a sermon and intercessions. For those who wish to attend Communion, there will be a Common Worship Holy Communion Service at the Old Church at 11:30 am on the same day as this service.
14.5 milesSun 26 Jul09:30
9Sunday Special
This is our group for children aged between 3 years and 11 years. We meet on the 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays of the month, starting in the Church then moving over to the the hall for a time of teaching through stories and craft. We then return to the Church for Communion or the end of the service. We would love for your little ones to join us and learn more of the stories of Jesus.
21.5 milesSun 26 Jul10:30
10Free! (worth double-checking)Family Sessions – Slime Workshop
Heart of Kent Hospice is hosting a free monthly drop-in for all children and families under our care and those living with a life limiting illness in Kent. We focus fun activities for children and young people such as crafts and games, with snacks and drinks provided.
14.7 milesSat 25 Jul
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