What's On in Ashford
Things to do in and around Ashford: events, days out and family activities, with the practical details.
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Two Ashford Names in Folkestone Film Season From 18 Sept
Man Baby screens 18 September, Misper 27 September and Passenger 29 October at Folkestone's Silver Screen, each with the filmmakers there for a Q&A.
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Ashford
Ashford Fireworks: Rugby Club Has No 2026 Date Yet
Bonfire night falls on Thursday 5 November. Ashford Rugby Club, the borough's main display, has no 2026 date and its ticket page still shows last year.
Ashford
Ashford Christmas Lights: Carnival Set for 21 November
The council has dated Carnival of the Baubles for Saturday 21 November 2026. Parade time, route and the separate Elwick Place switch-on are not published yet.
Tenterden
Tenterden Christmas Market 2026: Back to Four Days
The market runs 19 to 22 November 2026, down from ten days. After a survey where 483 of 614 residents called last year too long, that matters. Times still TBC.
Tenterden
Tenterden Santa Specials 2026: 10 Dates, Prices From £100
The Kent and East Sussex Railway runs Santa trains on ten dates from 29 November. Prices are per table, not per person, and booking closes seven days ahead.