Hops ‘n’ Harvest Family Festival
Celebrate the best of autumn at the Hops and Harvest Festival held at Kent Life on 13th and 14th September 2025.
This exciting two-day event in Kent is perfect for families, craft beer & cider lovers, and fans of local food and traditional harvest celebrations, with live music and entertainment too for the kids!
TICKETS ON SALE
Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September
Hops ‘n’ Harvest Family Festival – Bigger, Better & Full of Kentish Charm!
Looking for a weekend packed with fun, flavour, and something for the whole family?
You’ve just found it. Hops ‘n’ Harvest Family Festival is back at Kent Life – and this year it’s even bigger and better!
40 cask ales and cider (yes, 40!) – sip and sample your way through an amazing range of real ales
Live music all weekend – from toe-tapping tunes to sing-along favourites
Fairground rides, bouncy castles, and loads of kids’ entertainment to keep the little ones busy
Our legendary Foam Party Disco is back – bubbly, boogie-worthy fun for all ages
Tasty food stalls with plenty to fill hungry tummies (and maybe some sweet treats too!)
Step back in time with our traditional hop-picking – see how the hop workers lived, visit vintage houses, and even peek inside a real hop caravan!
Oh, and did we mention the hops have been harvested? The place smells amazing.
This is more than just a festival – it’s a proper Kentish celebration with all your favourites in one place. Bring the family, bring your mates, and let’s raise a glass to good times!
11:30 – 12:10 – Aid Lewis Duo
Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter from Kent, Aid Lewis delivers heartfelt originals rooted in love, truth, and hope. Recently recorded with Sophie Ellis Bextor producer and singer songwriter Ed Harcourt.
12:45 – 1:30 – Jade Goddard as Tina Turner
‘Simply the Best’ Tina Turner tribute show—expect powerhouse vocals and iconic hits!
2:15 – 3:00 – The Upsetters
The Upsetters are a raw 4 piece band bringing big excitement and energy with singalong covers,3 part and harmonies and original bangers! What you see is what you get,The Upsetters intend to keep live music RAW!
3:45 – 4:30 – Contraband
A crowd favourite! High-energy singalong pop,rock and party classics from this well established 5 piece Kent based covers band.
5:15 – 6:15 – Musica
A versatile band with a diverse repertoire spanning multiple genres—mixing timeless classics and modern hits with flair.
7:00 – 8:00 – Essex Blues Brothers
High-energy tribute act capturing the spirit and sound of Jake and Elwood Blues with soulful vocals, slick dance moves, and all the classic hits from the Blues Brothers, guaranteed to get the crowd dancing.
Timings subject to change
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11:45 – 12:25 – The Stryth
Formerly Dan Solo and the Rebel Alliance,The Stryth are a 5 piece folk-rock band from North West Kent , performing original and popular covers through the decades.
12:50 – 1:35 – James Hodder
A singer-songwriter blending folk and Americana, known for bittersweet lyrics and storytelling soul. A regular performer at The Black Deer festival. Performing originals and covers.
1:55 – 2:40 – The AS80’s
Full-throttle 80s tribute band with dancefloor-fillers and iconic anthems from the golden decade of pop and rock.
3:15 – 4:00 – The Sonics
Female fronted 4 piece band rock band serving you rock at its finest.
Sunday 14th September
11:45 – 12:25 – The Stryth
Formerly Dan Solo and the Rebel Alliance,The Stryth are a 5 piece folk-rock band from North West Kent , performing original and popular covers through the decades.
12:50 – 1:35 – James Hodder
A singer-songwriter blending folk and Americana, known for bittersweet lyrics and storytelling soul. A regular performer at The Black Deer festival. Performing originals and covers.
1:55 – 2:40 – The AS80’s
Full-throttle 80s tribute band with dancefloor-fillers and iconic anthems from the golden decade of pop and rock.
3:15 – 4:00 – The Sonics
Female fronted 4 piece band rock band serving you rock at its finest.
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You can pre-order our 2025 Hops & Harvest Glass! Enjoy a discount by purchasing the glass along with an ale online when purchasing admission tickets. On the event day only the glass will be available to purchase.
There will be all the awesome things Kent Life offer on an everyday visit too; animal encounters and outdoor play areas for children, paint-a-pot studio and much more; a perfect occasion to get at least three generations together for a fabulous weekend!
The festival began as a celebration of the humble hop – something that we are still keen to honour today.
Have a go at picking the hops by hand, fill the bushels, and enjoy the pleasant aroma as the Oast House is brought back into working life for one weekend only. Take a peek round the Hoppers Huts, where previous generations would have enjoyed their summer holidays.
Don your hop crown and enjoy the weekend.
Groups of 15+ receive a discount, please call 01622 763936.
Ticket Prices – Saturday 13th September
| Admission Price | |
| Adult | £13.00 |
| Child (2-15) | £13.00 |
| Family (2+2) | £48.00 |
| Under 2s | FREE |
| Kent Life Members | FREE |
| Hops Souvenir Glass & Ale | £6.00 |
| Hops Souvenir Glass ONLY | TBC |
Ticket Prices – Sunday 14th September
| Admission Price | |
| Adult | £11.50 |
| Child (2-15) | £11.50 |
| Family (2+2) | £43.00 |
| Under 2s | FREE |
| Kent Life Members | FREE |
| Hops Souvenir Glass & Ale | £6.00 |
| Hops Souvenir Glass ONLY | TBC |
Opening Times
Saturday 13th September: 10am – 9pm (last admission 7pm)
Sunday 14th September: 10am – 6pm (last admission 5pm)
Getting Here
There is free parking onsite.
Alternatively, you may wish to take a taxi. Local companies include:
- Apollo Taxis: 01622 882020
- Express Taxis: 01622 222222
- Streamline Maidstone: 01622 750000
Unfortunately, it is not possible to run the festival bus from the stations to Kent Life this year.
CARD PAYMENTS
We are happy with cash or card payments. Please note that cash only stands may be in operation.
DOGS
We do allow dogs at this event as long as they are well behaved, on short leads and are cleaned up after. Unfortunately, they are not allowed in the catering areas, cuddle corner or the Kent Owl Academy (as they may inadvertently upset the birds).
SMOKING/VAPING
Smoking/vaping is not permitted inside of any of our buildings including the Beer Tent. We would ask that you use the designated smoking areas and ashtrays provided.
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