13th - 14th September

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!

SATURDAY - Live Music From Local Talent

To be Confirmed

 

 

SUNDAY - Live Music From Local Talent

To be Confirmed

 

Souvenirs

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.

Beer & Refreshments

 

Fun for all the family

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.

PROVISIONAL ITINERARY – SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Hop Talks Throughout the day See chalkboard
Hop Picking Starts 10am Hoppers Hut Arena
Farmyard Friends 10am – 5pm Farmyard Friends
Walkabout
Entertainment		 10am – 5pm Site Wide with
Adam and Leanne
Meet the Owls 11am Kent Owl Academy
Meet an Animal 12pm Village Green
Paint a Pot ** 10am – 4.30pm
(last paint at 4pm)		 Paint a Pot Studio
Feed the Pigs 12:30pm Pig Stys
Meet an Animal 1.30pm Village Green
Feed the Alpacas & Sheep 2:30pm Top of Site
Meet the Owls 3pm Kent Owl Academy
Feed the Pigs 3:30pm Pig Stys
Feed the Goats 4:30pm Top of Site
  • *Small charge applies

All activities are subject to weather conditions and may change at short notice

 

Hop Picking

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.

 

Tickets

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 And Travelling

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.

Other Info

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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