What's On In Dartford

02/08/2026

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27/07/2026

🎉 **Your Dartford Weekend Round-Up is here!** 📰✨

Missed out on the action? Here's a quick recap of what happened in and around Dartford this weekend! 👇

🎶 Soul Night Out UK kept the party going at Princes Park Stadium.
🤼 Rumble Wrestling brought thrilling family entertainment to Fleetdown Community Centre.
🎭 Outdoor Theatre is back in Central Park with fantastic family shows.
🧸 The Teddy Bear Picnic is helping raise funds for the wonderful Ellenor charity.
⚽ Dartford FC continued their pre-season campaign with more action on the pitch.
🚗 Plus, don't miss the **Patina Classic Car Show** coming to Lullingstone Castle this Sunday!

There's always something happening in and around Dartford, and we're here to keep you updated! ❤️

27/07/2026

🎬 **Lights, Camera... Legendary Cars!** 🚘✨

Calling all film lovers! Get ready to see some of the most famous vehicles in movie history as they roll into **Super Saturday 2026**.

Here's what's waiting for you:
🚑 **Ecto-1** from *Ghostbusters*
🦇 **Batmobile** from *Batman v Superman*
⚡ **DeLorean Time Machine** from *Back to the Future*
🌼 **Mystery Machine** from *Scooby-Doo*
🐾 **Mutt Cutts Van** from *Dumb and Dumber*

Bring your camera, strike a pose, and enjoy a fantastic day packed with entertainment for the whole family!

The excitement doesn't stop there:
🤼 Live UKPW Wrestling
🦸 Meet your favourite heroes
🎭 Superhero Mask-Making Workshop
💎 Infinity Stone Treasure Hunt
🦸 Hero Trail
🛍️ Collectibles Fair

📅 **Saturday, 1st August**
🕙 **10:00am – 4:00pm**
📍 **The Broadway, Bexleyheath**

🎟️ Invite your friends and join the event here:
https://fb.me/e/bkVyZDA1o

**Please note:** This is a family-friendly event, and children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the day.

🚗 FIVE ICONIC MOVIE CARS. ONE EPIC DAY. 🚗

Movie fans won't want to miss this!

We're bringing an incredible line-up of famous vehicles to **Super Saturday 2026**, giving you the chance to get up close, snap photos and admire some of the most recognisable cars from the big screen.

⭐ Ecto-1
🦇 Batman v Superman Batmobile
⏰ Back to the Future DeLorean
👻 Mystery Machine
🐶 Mutt Cutts Van

Whether you're into superheroes, sci-fi, comedy or classic adventures, there's something for every generation to enjoy.

And that's alongside...

🤼 Live UKPW Wrestling
🦸 Hero Trail
🎭 Kids' Hero Mask Making Workshop
⭐ Meet the Heroes
💎 Infinity Stone Treasure Hunt
🛍️ Collectibles Fair

📅 Saturday 1st August
⏰ 10am–4pm
📍 The Broadway Bexleyheath

👉 Join the event and invite your fellow movie fans:
https://fb.me/e/bkVyZDA1o

Please note: This is a family event, not a supervised playscheme. Parents and guardians must stay with their children and join in the fun.

21/07/2026

🐍🕷️ **Get ready for a wild encounter at Priory Shopping Centre!** 🦎🐜

Join them on **Saturday 1st August**, from **11:00am – 3:00pm**, when **Creepy Claws Animal Displays** returns to **Priory Shopping Centre** with an incredible collection of fascinating mini beasts! 🤩

If you're feeling brave, you'll even have the chance to **see, touch and hold** some of these amazing creatures while learning fun facts about them from the experts. 🕸️🐍🦂

🎟️ **No booking required** – simply come along and join the fun! Please note that there may be a short wait during busier periods.

Who's brave enough to hold a creepy crawly? 👀🙌

Join us on Saturday 1st August from 11am to 3pm in the Market Place! Creepy Claws Animal Displays will be back in the Centre with a host of mini beasts for you to see and hold - if you're brave enough! 🕷

Children will have the chance to learn all about these amazing animals - No need to book, just come along! *There may be a short queue during busy times.

21/07/2026

☀️ **What's On This Weekend | 24–26 July** 🎉

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here's a roundup of some fantastic events happening in and around **Dartford, Bexley, Bexleyheath, Sidcup, Bluewater, Gravesend, Greenwich and Bromley**! 🚗💨

🎭 **Come From Away** – Outdoor musical at Central Park, Dartford

🎶 **Free Live Music** – Bandstand Concert & Town Centre Entertainment in Dartford

🎪 **Uptown Festival** – Live music, family fun, food and entertainment in Blackheath

🌴 **Caribbean Takeover** – Enjoy Caribbean music, food, culture and family activities in Greenwich

🛍️ **Bluewater** – Shopping, restaurants, cinema, Gravity, bowling and family fun all under one roof

🌳 **Hall Place & Gardens (Bexley)** – Beautiful gardens, family trails and a great day out

👨‍👩‍👧 **Family Fun** – Parks, playgrounds, splash areas, markets and plenty of activities for the kids

🏃 **Get Active** – Parkruns, countryside walks and local sports across the area

Whether you're after a family day out, live entertainment, delicious food or just something different to do, there's plenty happening this weekend. ❤️

📍 Which event are you planning to visit? Let us know in the comments! 👇

Please feel free to **like, share and tag your friends** so nobody misses out on a great weekend! 😊

16/07/2026

🎉✨ Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Dartford? We've got you covered! 🎭🎶☕

From bustling night markets and family fun days to K-Pop performances, theatre showcases, car meets, and incredible community events, there's something for everyone to enjoy this weekend! 💜

📅 What's On This Weekend:
🎭 Dartford Night Market – Dance into the Night 🍔🎶
🧺 Family Picnic & Old School Games Day 🥚🏏
🎤 K-Pop Live! 💃✨
🎭 Theatre Box's Kick Off Your Sunday Shoes Showcase 🎬
🚗 M Powered Collective – All Cars Breakfast ☕🏁
💛 Plus, don't forget to support amazing local charities like ellenor Hospice and We Are Beams, who continue to make a real difference in our community. 🤝💙

✨ Gather your family, invite your friends, support local businesses, and make some unforgettable memories this weekend!

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30/06/2026

Forecast: sunshine, sharing plates and absolutely zero rush 🙌☀️

Rowhill Grange Hotel & Utopia Spa terrace is back open and ready for lazy lunches, long chats and even longer glasses of wine 🍷 Stick around till evening and they will switch things up with cocktails and good company 🍹

Grab a seat in the sun, they've saved you one 🌿

24/06/2026

Ready for a fresh start this summer? ☀️

If you’re tired of spending hours on the train or getting stuck in traffic, we’ve got just what you need! 🚀

Fresh opportunities are landing right here in Dartford this June and July. From retail and hospitality to office roles and trades, there’s something for everyone right on your doorstep. 🏠

Why work local?
✅ Ditch the expensive commute
✅ Spend more time with the family
✅ Support our brilliant local businesses
✅ Enjoy a better work-life balance

Whether you’re looking for a total career change or just a bit of extra cash for the holidays, your next big break could be just around the corner. 📍

Don’t miss out on the latest listings! Head over to our dedicated jobs page to see what’s waiting for you today. 👇

✨ FIND YOUR NEW JOB:
www.whatsonindartford.com/jobs

Let’s get Dartford back to work! 💪

21/06/2026

Who’s ready for a Super Sunday in Dartford? ☀️🙌

This Sunday is a double celebration! Not only is it Father’s Day: the perfect time to spoil the dads, grandads, and father figures in our lives: but it’s also the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year! 🗓️✨

With more daylight to play with, there’s no excuse not to make some extra special memories. Whether you’re planning a big family BBQ, a stroll through Central Park, or a quiet drink at a local pub, it’s going to be a day to remember. 🍻🍔

To wrap up this marathon day of celebrations, we’ve picked out a few of our favourite spots to catch that extra-long sunset: 🤫🌅

📍 Dartford Heath – Find a quiet corner for those perfect golden hour vibes.
📍 The Thames Path – Head towards the bridge for a truly dramatic, wide-open backdrop.
📍 Brooklands Lakes – The reflection on the water as the sun goes down is just magical.

Where will you be heading to toast to the Summer Solstice? Let us know your plans! 🥂👇

Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads in our community! ❤️