We have reached the fourth weekend of July, and Tonbridge is keeping the summer momentum going. Whether you want to catch a milestone cricket match, enjoy live riverbank tunes, laugh through a four-day comedy showcase, or stretch out on a paddleboard, there is an incredible line-up waiting for you across town.
Friday 24th July 2026
Tonbridge Cricket Club 225th Anniversary Match (Friday 24th July 2026)
Celebrating a milestone 225 years of local cricket, Tonbridge Cricket Club hosts a flagship anniversary match against the PCA Legends at Castle Field. Head down from 11:00 AM on Friday to watch former professional stars and club legends take to the crease in what promises to be a memorable showcase of sport and local history. Tickets are free, but you do need to book in advance.
River Walk Music (Friday 24th July 2026)
This beloved weekly summer tradition returns right by the River Medway from 18:00 to 21:30 on Friday evening. Head down to River Walk for a relaxed, atmospheric evening filled with free live acoustic performances alongside local food and drink sellers as the sun sets over the water. This week, will see The Sixties Sound perform. Full details here.
Fringe Showcase Weekend at The Market House (Thursday 23rd – Sunday 26th July 2026)
The Market House and Hold The Line Comedy are teaming up to present a massive four-day Fringe Showcase right on the High Street.
The festival features Hold The Line Comedy’s return and Matthew McKew’s stand-up on Thursday evening, followed on Friday by Jacob Hatten, Lucy Idil Jordan’s theatre showcase, and Hot Mess Express improv. Saturday brings stand-up sets from Sean Little, Jade Gebbie, and Benjamin Patterson, before wrapping up on Sunday with Paul Savage’s Comedy Pub Quiz, a stand-up open mic, and Paul Savage closing out the weekend.
This is a great chance to see acts who are set to perform at Edinburgh Fringe in August. Book tickets via the QR code above, or get in touch with the Market House.
Saturday 25th July 2026
Gentleman Jack at The Oast Theatre (Closing Saturday 25th July 2026)
The Tonbridge Theatre and Arts Club brings its run of Gentleman Jack by Ross McGregor to a close this weekend at the Oast Theatre. Detailing the defiance and life of historical heiress Anne Lister, this bold costume drama holds its final performance on Saturday at 20:00. Full details can be found here.
The Lydian Orchestra Summer Concert 2026 (Saturday 25th July 2026)
The Parish Church of St. Peter & St. Paul hosts an evening of classical music starting at 19:30 on Saturday. The performance showcases the talented young musicians of the Lydian Orchestra, bringing symphonic works to life in a historic town-center setting.
Tonbridge Parkrun (Saturday 25th July 2026)
The ultimate Saturday morning staple rolls on at 09:00 at the Tonbridge Racecourse Sportsground. Join hundreds of fellow runners, joggers, and walkers for a free timed 5km loop through the park and around the lake, making sure to register online and bring your barcode along.
The Rosé Festival at Balfour Winery (Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th July 2026)
Just a short hop from Tonbridge, Balfour Winery in Marden is hosting its ultimate summer weekend. Tickets get you access to live music, woodfired pizza, a sizzling BBQ, and tastings of their award-winning English pink wines amid the stunning vines, with a free shuttle bus running all day from Marden Station. Full details can be found here.
Sunday 26th July 2026
Tonbridge Castle Artisan Market (Sunday 26th July 2026)
Running from 10:00 to 16:00 on Sunday, the castle grounds will house independent vendors for the monthly Artisan Market. Enjoy free admission as you browse handcrafted gifts, local produce, sweet treats, and artisan goods right on the historic lawn. Full details here.
Lions Summer Fete & Parade (Sunday 26th July 2026)
Tonbridge School grounds play host to the annual Lions Summer Fete on Sunday daytime, bringing together community stalls, family games, food vendors, and a vibrant parade themed around “Sport for All”. The fete is being held from 12:00 to 15:30.
Stand-Up Paddleboard Yoga (Sunday 26th July 2026)
Take your yoga practice off the mat and onto the river with Epic Life from 09:30 to 11:00 on Sunday morning. This outdoor session offers a relaxing mix of balance and mindfulness while floating along the Medway. Book your place in advance. Board hire available.
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