Latest Events in Kent(December Updated)

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Join us to see JMW Turner’s oil sketch 'Waves Breaking on a Lee Shore at Margate (Study for ‘Rockets and Blue Lights’)' at Turner, part of a year-long festival celebrating 250 years since the artist's birth.JMW Turner (1775–1851) is considered the most influential British artist of all time. Turner embraced modernity, redefining landscape painting during his extensive travels in Britain and Europe. He found inspiration in Margate’s skies, calling them ‘the loveliest in all Europe.’ The view from Mrs Booth’s house, near this gallery’s location, inspired many of his sea studies.

The legendary Curtis Salgado, winner of eleven Blues Music Awards and the coveted B.B. King Entertainer Of The Year award, brings his sound to The Old Brewery Store in Faversham on Friday, 16th January 2026. BUY TICKETS Known for his powerful, soulful vocals and masterful harmonica playing, Curtis Salgado is a true giant of the blues world. DownBeat Magazine calls his songwriting skills “an impressive gift,” and Billboard hails his music as “inspired and powerful.” His storied career is the stuff of legend; he famously inspired John Belushi’s “Blues Brothers” character and has been hailed by critics as “one of the most soulful, honest singers ever.” For this special UK show, he will be joined by the incredible Giles Robson Band, a perfect match with their high-energy, harmonica-driven sound. But that’s not all—we’re also thrilled to welcome very special guests, two of the UK’s finest blues talents: the brilliant guitarist Mississippi MacDonald and the superb vocalist Robbin Kaspalis. This is a rare opportunity to see a living blues legend on an intimate stage, backed by some of the best musicians in the business. An evening of pure, authentic blues and soul awaits! Don’t miss Curtis Salgado and the Giles Robson Band, with special guests Mississippi MacDonald & Robbin Kaspalis, live in Faversham. Book your tickets now! Whatever songs Curtis Salgado brings to the table are going to have his personal soul stamp on them. It’s the singer’s magic bullet, the key element that stirs listeners and sets Salgado apart as one of the most riveting performers on stage today. Born in 1954, Salgado grew up in Eugene, Oregon with music all around him. His parents’ vast music collection included everything from Fats Waller to Ray Charles, and his older brother and sister turned him on to the soul and blues of Wilson Pickett and Muddy Waters at an early age. He attended a Count Basie performance when he was 13 and decided then and there that music was his calling. After getting his hands on a harmonica, Curtis began devouring the blues of Little Walter and Paul Butterfield, and taught himself to play. By his early 20s he was already making a name for himself in Eugene’s bar scene, first as the vocalist/harmonica player of The Nighthawks, and later as co-leader of The Robert Cray Band. Salgado quickly developed into a player and singer of remarkable depth, with vocal and musical influences including Otis Redding, O.V. Wright, Muddy Waters, Little Walter, Sonny Boy Williamson I and II, Lightnin’ Hopkins and Howlin’ Wolf. In 1977, comedian/actor John Belushi was in Eugene filming Animal House. During downtime from production, Belushi caught a typically ferocious Salgado performance and introduced himself during a break. Once Salgado started sharing some of his blues knowledge, a fast friendship grew. Salgado spent hours playing old records for Belushi, teaching him about blues and R&B. Belushi soaked up the music like a sponge and used his new awareness to portray “Joliet” Jake Blues in The Blues Brothers, first as a skit on Saturday Night Live, then a best-selling record album (which was dedicated to Curtis) and finally as a major motion picture (Cab Calloway’s character in the film was named Curtis as an homage). Once Salgado joined forces with his friend Robert Cray and began playing together as The Robert Cray Band, he found himself sharing stages with many of his heroes, including Muddy Waters, Bobby Bland, Albert Collins and Bonnie Raitt. After Salgado and Cray parted ways in 1982, Curtis went on to front Roomful Of Blues, singing and touring with them from 1984 through 1986. Back home in Oregon, he formed a new band, Curtis Salgado & The Stilettos, and was once again tearing it up on the club scene. He honed his band to a razor’s edge before releasing his debut in 1991 on the JRS label. After recordings for Rhythm Safari and Lucky Records, Salgado signed withShanachie Records in 1999, releasing four critically acclaimed albums. Salgado’s Alligator Records debut, Soul Shot , came out in 2012 to widespread critical acclaim. Blues Revue said Salgado’s music is “triumphant, joyful, blues-soaked R&B” and declared him to be “one of the most soulful, honest singers ever.” He followed up with The Beautiful Lowdown in 2016 and Rough Cut , the potent, stripped-down acoustic album (with guitarist Alan Hager) in 2018. The albums collectively earned Salgado multiple Blues Music Awards—for B.B. King Entertainer Of The Year, Soul Blues Album Of The Year, Song Of The Year and Soul Blues Male Artist Of The Year. Information Source: ROCKIN' ROOTS EVENTS | eventbrite

The tribute concert featuring Chop Suey and Slip-NOT in Margate, UK, is a music extravaganza not to be missed. Chop Suey is renowned for their recreation of System of a Down's classic tracks, while Slip-NOT perfectly captures the electrifying live performances of Slipknot. Attendees will experience powerful sound effects and stunning stage visuals. This event is perfect for all rock music enthusiasts, offering an energetic and passionate musical journey for the evening.

FORS Approved Virtual Reality Safe Urban Driving Training Registration will begin at 7:30 AM. The training will begin promptly at 8:00 AM. Please plan your arrival accordingly to ensure you don't miss any important information. Equip your drivers with the skills to navigate urban roads safely with our innovative VR training course. This DVSA-approved, 7-hour course utilises virtual reality to create a fully immersive learning experience. Drivers will gain a firsthand perspective of the challenges faced by vulnerable road users, such as cyclists, in a safe and controlled environment. Benefits: Immersive Learning: Develop empathy and understanding of vulnerable road users through VR simulations. Accessible & Risk-Free: Learn defensive driving techniques without the need for on-road cycling experience. Consistent Quality: Get a standardized training experience unlike unpredictable real-world scenarios. Course Content: The Changing Urban Landscape Sharing the Road with Vulnerable Users Defensive Driving Techniques Driver Attitude and Perception Impact of Driver Fitness on Safety Hazard Recognition for Vulnerable Road Users Compliance and Recognition: This course meets the requirements of: Work Related Road Risk (WRRR) FORS Silver Level CLOCS Standard Invest in your drivers' safety and the safety of vulnerable road users. Enroll today! Please review our Terms and Conditions for more information. Information Source: Total Compliance & Training | eventbrite

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This event provides valuable information for any Local Council with responsibility for a burial ground. It covers burial history and legislation for Local Councils as well as providing a practical introduction to the management of burials and burial grounds. Topics include: requesting grave space; important documents; requirements for graves; the sensitive maintenance of burial grounds; what to do if a plot is in breach of cemetery rules; monuments and headstones other areas to consider. Join Roger Taylor, Solicitor and Burial Law Specialist with Wellers Hedleys, who will lead this session and answer your questions. Kent Association of Local Councils uses its website and Eventbrite to announce its events so that delegates can choose the workshop or conference they wish to attend. At the present time, many of our events are delivered online via the Zoom video conferencing programme, which we find suits everyone’s needs for when we cannot deliver traditional face to face venue events. Both Eventbrite and Zoom are easy to use with a few simple pointers. We will always send out a “flyer” to inform our membership of upcoming events, so look out for them in your inbox. There will always be a hyperlink for you to click on, which will direct you to our website in the first place. The date and time will be shown here, with a brief description of the event. Click on the relevant link and that will take you straight to the Eventbrite booking page for the event you would like to join. We strongly encourage individual Councillors to sign up for an event via the Clerk to the Council. However, when that is not possible, please check with your clerk before booking your own place. There are two sections that need to be completed. One is the “ticket buyer” - this is the Clerk or Responsible Financial Officer. Invoices are generated automatically from the site, so you should know what is payable to KALC immediately. You should insert the name and contact details of the Clerk/RFO here so they receive our invoice at once. KALC no longer sends out invoices for Training and Events. The second section refers to the “Attendee”. This is for the individual who will be attending the event. It is particularly important that the email address for that person is entered and is correct as this is where all joining instructions will be sent. Do double check the form before you hit the “Send” button.If all your details are correct, you will receive a notification via Eventbrite (not KALC) one week before and again within 48 hours of the event that informs you of details of the event and the joining instructions (a link to the Zoom account and the Meeting ID should the link fail). We also provide contact details so that if you encounter any issue on the day, we can help you as much as possible. That should mean that you get the best outcome from attending one of our online courses. We are always happy to help if you have any problems in booking your place but hope that this guide will help you to book an event at your own leisure. Information Source: Kent Association of Local Councils | eventbrite

The Dartford Half Marathon is one of the longest-running events of its kind. We warmly welcome runners of all ages and abilities to enjoy a mix of urban and rural running through lanes paved with the enthusiasm of our dedicated volunteers. Your participation in this event also supports athletics in the local community as well as a number of nominated charities.Come and discover for yourself the enthusiasm and dedication our volunteers put into making this race such a success story by entering today.The Dartford Half Marathon is organised by Dartford Harriers AC and is the oldset half marathon in Kent.

The London Symphonic Rock Orchestra concert is coming to Margate, UK, bringing fans an immersive audio-visual feast where classical meets rock. Known for their "symphonic reinterpretation of classic rock," the orchestra blends the bold essence of progressive and art rock with the grandeur of a symphony, delivering crossover works rich in layers and dramatic tension. The live performance will recreate iconic moments like the operatic splendor of Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" and the string-laden brilliance of Electric Light Orchestra's "Shine A Little Love," combining the intricate textures of orchestral music with the powerful rhythms of rock to evoke nostalgic vibes. The concert will take place at Margate's iconic seaside venue, where the music intertwines with ocean breezes, offering a unique experience for both rock enthusiasts and classical music lovers. This boundary-breaking event fuses genres with creative flair, delivering a live show that is both electrifying and deeply resonant—a must-see cultural highlight of the year in Margate.

The race takes place in and around the country lanes to the north of the town of Lydd in the Romney Marsh area of South Kent. The course is flat and fast - so whether you are looking to run your first half marathon, or looking for a race to form part of your spring marathon training, the Lydd Half Marathon is for you. The race utilises electronic chip timing provided by Nice Work.