# Kent Festive Gift and Food Show 2026

> Kent Festive Gift and Food Show runs 20 to 22 November 2026 in Detling. Opening times, where it is and entry cost, checked against the official tourism board on 12 October 2026.

Source: https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/kent-festive-show/

Detling, [Kent](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/areas/kent/)

Runs Friday 20 November to Sunday 22 November 2026

| Dates | Friday 20 November to Sunday 22 November 2026 (3 open days) |
| --- | --- |
| Days Closed | None listed: open every day of its run |
| Opening Times | Friday to Sunday: **10am to 4pm** Premium and Premium Plus ticket holders can enter from 09:30. |
| Where | Exhibition halls and outdoor area of the Kent Event Centre at the Kent Showground, Detling [Open in Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.301,0.588) |
| Entry | Ticket needed |
| Organiser | Kent Festive Gift and Food Show. [Official page](https://www.visitmaidstone.com/whats-on/kent-festive-gift-and-food-show-p307631) |

## Checked Against the Source

These dates and times come from the official tourism board's own page, not from another guide.

- [Visit Maidstone](https://www.visitmaidstone.com/whats-on/kent-festive-gift-and-food-show-p307631), checked 12 October 2026
- [Kent Festive Gift & Food Show (Aztec Events)](https://www.kentfestiveshow.co.uk/show-info/), checked 12 October 2026

Organisers sometimes change hours or close early in bad weather. On the day, check the [official page](https://www.visitmaidstone.com/whats-on/kent-festive-gift-and-food-show-p307631). Spotted something out of date? [Tell us](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/contact/).

## Kent Festive Gift and Food Show: Quick Answers

### When does Kent Festive Gift and Food Show start in 2026?

It opens on Friday 20 November 2026.

### When does Kent Festive Gift and Food Show end?

The last day is Sunday 22 November 2026.

### What time does Kent Festive Gift and Food Show open and close?

Friday to Sunday 10am to 4pm. Premium and Premium Plus ticket holders can enter from 09:30.

### Is Kent Festive Gift and Food Show open every day?

Yes. The organiser lists no closed days between 20 Nov and 22 Nov.

### Is Kent Festive Gift and Food Show free to enter?

No. Ticket needed.

### Where is Kent Festive Gift and Food Show?

Exhibition halls and outdoor area of the Kent Event Centre at the Kent Showground, Detling, Detling.

## About Kent Festive Gift and Food Show

Three-day ticketed Christmas shopping show in two exhibition halls at the Kent Showground, with outdoor Christmas cabins, food, drink and live music.

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## Where Is Kent Festive Gift and Food Show?

Exhibition halls and outdoor area of the Kent Event Centre at the Kent Showground, Detling, Detling. The other dots are nearby markets.

## Where to Stay Near Kent Festive Gift and Food Show

**Staying the night?** See hotels and rooms near the stalls on a map, priced for Saturday 21 November.

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