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Maidstone River Festival
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A free event for everyone, run and self-funded by local volunteers.

The Maidstone River Festival started 40 years ago and people of all ages in Maidstone have great affection for what was the county town’s biggest annual event.

We have dressed up boats, raft races, fun and games for all the family. There will be illuminated boats in the evening and it will all end with a big bang as an award-winning fireworks display will go off from the top of Fremlin Walk in the town centre.

IWA Kent & East Sussex Branch recommends your attendance!

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IWA Kent & East Sussex Branch
Event Dates

Saturday 29th July 2023

Location

Maidstone

Access for allBoating

Maidstone River Festival

A free event for everyone, run and self-funded by local volunteers.

The Maidstone River Festival started 40 years ago and people of all ages in Maidstone have great affection for what was the county town’s biggest annual event.

We have dressed up boats, raft races, fun and games for all the family. There will be illuminated boats in the evening and it will all end with a big bang as an award-winning fireworks display will go off from the top of Fremlin Walk in the town centre.

IWA Kent & East Sussex Branch recommends your attendance!

Details

Time

10:00am

10:00am to 10:00pm

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Location

Maidstone

Maidstone ME15 6XG, UK

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