Looking for something to do this weekend in and around Tonbridge? Whether you’re staying local or fancy a little adventure further afield, there’s plenty happening between 23–26 May. From live music and comedy nights to family fun, wine tastings and wellness events, here’s our pick of the best.
🎉Festivals & Celebrations
TN90 Festival
📍 Racecourse Park, Tonbridge
🕒 Saturday & Sunday, 24–25 May
Celebrate the 90s with live music. East 17 and Blazin’ Squad anyone? More details and tickets here. More details and tickets here.
Tonbridge Food & Drink Festival 👨👩👧👦.
📍 Tonbridge Castle
🕒 Saturday & Sunday, 24–25 May
While away the bank holiday weekend with some a glass of local cider or some artisan food. Our top event of the year is coming THIS WEEKEND. More details can be found here.
UNFEST 2025
📍Venues around Tunbridge Wells
🕒 Friday 23 through to Monday 26 May.
Unfest is an annual free local music and arts fringe festival, hosted in and around venues across Tunbridge Wells. It includes music, spoken word and food events and runs for the entire weekend. On my radar is Sophie Siorta (19:30 Sunday) at the Sussex Arms – a classical musician creating amazing electronic sounds, K.O.G at the Forum on Saturday night and of course the outdoor Local and Live stage. Full details can be found here.
🎭 Concerts, Shows & Culture
Much Ado About Nothing
📍 Tonbridge School Library Gardens
🕒 Sunday 25 May, 15:00
A bicycle powered production of Much Ado About Nothing by the HandleBards. Details and tickets can be found here.
The Crash – Murder Mystery Evening
📍 Mercure Tunbridge Wells
🕒 Friday, 23 May, 19:00
Step back to 1929 in this immersive murder mystery dinner, unraveling secrets amidst the Wall Street crash backdrop. Details here.
Sevenoaks: A Nashville Country Music Experience
📍 The Stag Theatre, Sevenoaks
🕒 Friday, 23 May
Enjoy a night of authentic country music, bringing the spirit of Nashville to Sevenoaks. Details here.
Friday Night Live – Harry Whitty & Rob Picazo
📍 The Bottle House Inn, Penshurst
🕒 Friday, 23 May, 19:00 – 21:30
Experience a blend of jazz, blues, and soul from talented multi-instrumentalists in a cozy pub setting. Details here.
The Three Musketeers
📍 Hever Festival Theatre
🕒 Saturday, 24 May, 14:00
A lively adaptation of the classic tale, presented by This Is My Theatre. Details.
Tyber’s DJ Sets (DJ Matrix)
📍 Tyber’s Reggae Bar, Tunbridge Wells
🕒 Saturday, 24 May
If you’re looking to let your hair down for the bank holiday weekend, why not enjoy top Ska and Reggae sounds in the vibrant atmosphere of Tyber’s Reggae Bar. Details here.
Saturday Printmaking: Arty Farty Spring
📍 Southborough
🕒 Saturday, 24 May
Learn a new skill. Develop your knowledge and skills in printing through a range of techniques. Tickets.
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Events
Family friendly events this weekend – see also other events in the Weekend Edit with this symbol – 👨👩👧👦.
Meet David Walliams
📍 Waterstones, Tunbridge Wells
🕒 Saturday, 24 May, 15:30
Meet bestselling author David Walliams as he signs copies of his latest book, “The World’s Worst Superheroes.” Tickets and details found here.
The World of Peter Rabbit™ Storytime Trail
📍 Knole, Sevenoaks
🕒 From Thursday, 22 May until August
Embark on an interactive trail celebrating Beatrix Potter’s beloved tales, perfect for young families. If you miss it this weekend, don’t worry – it’s running until August. The event is free, bar normal admission charges. You can find full details here.
Dragonfly Trail
📍Sissinghurst Castle Garden
🕒 Saturday, 24 May to 1 June
National Trust never fails to disappoint. Explore the Dragonfly Trail at Sissinghurst Castle Garden throughout half term. A free event, but included in normal ticket price. Full details can be found here.
Mother Foxes Pamper Hamper Spring Trail
📍Penshurst Place
🕒 Saturday, 24 May to 1 June
The “Mother Foxes Pamper Hamper Spring Trail”, (bit of a mouthful) is a family friendly trail and craft event taking place throughout half term at Penshurst Place. Included in the usual admission fee. Details can be found here.
Pantiles Market
📍 The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells
🕒 Saturday to Monday, 24–26 May
Explore a variety of handmade goods, crafts, and local produce at this vibrant market. Details.
Art Week at Hever Castle
📍 Hever Castle & Gardens
🕒 Saturday, 24 May – Sunday, 1 June
Engage in creative activities like painting and photography in the picturesque setting of Hever Castle during May half-term. This event is included in the normal admission fee. You can find full details here.
🍷 Food & Drink Spotlight
Food & drink events in and around Tonbridge this weekend. Be in the know.
Halfway House Beer Festival
📍 Halfway House, Brenchley
🕒 Friday to Monday, 23–26 May
Savor a selection of local ales and ciders in a traditional country pub atmosphere. There’s live music all weekend, as well as food events and family fun. Full details can be found here.
Wine and Cheese Pairing
📍 Yotes Court Vineyard, Mereworth
🕒 Sunday 25th, 15:30
Enjoy a curated selection of wines paired with artisanal cheeses at the beautiful Yotes Court Vineyard. Space is limited, so book to avoid disappointment. Find the full details here.
Food and drink enthusiasts – don’t miss the Tonbridge Food & Drink festival at the castle this weekend.
🚶♀️ Health & Wellness Events
Health and wellness events in and around Tonbridge this weekend.
Tonbridge Parkrun – 5km Run 👨👩👧👦
📍 Tonbridge Park
🕒 Saturday, 17 May, 9:00 AM
Start your weekend with a refreshing 5km run around Tonbridge Park. Open to all levels; just register online beforehand.
Junior Parkrun – 2km Run 👨👩👧👦
📍 Tonbridge Farm Sportsground
🕒 Sunday, 18 May, 9:00 AM
A fun, free 2km run for children aged 4–14. Encourage the young ones to participate and enjoy the outdoors.
Ladies Who Launch – Stand Up Paddleboarding
📍 Tonbridge
🕒 Friday, 23 May, 09:30
Join a supportive group for a morning of paddleboarding, promoting fitness and camaraderie. Details can be found here.
Walk Tonbridge Club: The Trinity
📍Tonbridge to the The Poacher and Partridge
🕒 Sunday, 25 May, 09:00–12:00
A scenic group walk led by James Pavlou, featuring beautiful countryside and three historic churches with a stop at the Poacher and Partridge. Details can be found here.
Tonbridge Bowling Club Open Weekend
📍 Tonbridge Farm Sports Ground
🕒 Saturday & Sunday, 24–25 May, 10:00–16:00
Try your hand at bowls for free in a welcoming environment. More info.
Weekend Wellness: Walk and Craft at Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve
📍 Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve
🕒 Saturday, 24 May, 10:00 – 12:00
Engage with the natural world in a mindful and creative way at Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve. A guided walk followed by some crafting in the woods. Tickets and details can be found here.
🖤 THE BLACK BOOK
A little bit boujee and only for the adults. Unique events in Tonbridge and beyond that we love, from our Little Black Book.
The Kent Gin Train
📍 Spa Valley Railway, Tunbridge Wells
A three hour ride aboard the Spa Valley Railway, including a gin tasting. Sounds pretty steamy! Tickets and details can be found here.
Sip & Paint with The Chalk Spot at Balfour Winery
📍 Balfour Winery, Staplehurst
🕒 Monday, 26 May, 14:00
Unleash your creativity with a painting workshop, whilst you sample some of Balfour Winery’s tipples. Full details and tickets can be found here.
Sip and Stretch
📍 Mereworth Wines
🕒 Monday, 26 May, 10:00 – 13:00
A unique combo – 60 minutes of yoga flow, followed by brunch and a wine tasting. What more could you ask for on bank holiday Monday. There are 10 places remaining, so think quick! The last sip and stretch event sold out. Here are the details.
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