New Year's Eve in Kent 2026
New Year's Eve falls on a Thursday in 2026. These are the Kent New Year's Eve and New Year's Day events we have confirmed on each organiser's own website, from late parties to early evenings that suit children.
Popular nights sell out before Christmas, so book once your plans are set, and check each organiser's page for age limits and the last entry time.
6 events we have checked
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New Year's Eve
The Cricketers Inn, Meopham · 31 December 2026
A New Year's Eve celebration at The Cricketers Inn in Meopham on 31 December 2026, with a buffet and live music as the countdown to midnight is held together. Entry, buffet and live music are included in the ticket price, which suits couples, groups and those wanting a relaxed evening to see the new year in. Booking is required, with a £10 per person deposit to secure a place.
- Price:
- From £39.95
- Dates:
- See the event page for times
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New Year's Eve at The Pantiles 2026
The Pantiles, Royal Tunbridge Wells · 31 December 2026
A New Year's Eve event at The Pantiles in Royal Tunbridge Wells on 31 December 2026. The event suits families, music fans and those who enjoy food and drink. Booking is recommended, and times and prices are listed on the event page.
- Price:
- See website for prices
- Dates:
- See the event page for times
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New Year's Eve in the Castle
Leeds Castle, Maidstone · 31 December 2026
A New Year's Eve dinner party at Leeds Castle near Maidstone, running from a guided Castle tour and reception drinks with Kentish sparkling wine to a three-course banquet in the Salon. A live band plays until 1am and there is a fireworks display at midnight. Residential packages with breakfast the following morning are also offered. The event is sold out and suits couples and groups.
- Price:
- From £275
- Dates:
- Carriages at 1am; Live band until 1am; Fireworks at midnight
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Steam into the New Year on the Kent and East Sussex Railway
Kent and East Sussex Railway, Tenterden Town Station, Tenterden · 31 December to 1 January 2027
Steam-hauled trains through the Rother Valley on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day on the Kent and East Sussex Railway, a relaxed way to see out the old year or start the new one.
- Price:
- Fares are shown on the booking page.
- Dates:
- Thursday 31 December 2026 and Friday 1 January 2027. See the booking page for train times.
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The Big Pink New Years Eve Party!
Shears Green Junior School, Northfleet · 31 December 2026
A New Year's Eve party for families at Shears Green Junior School in Northfleet on 31 December 2026, with music and a party atmosphere. Booking is required through the event's Eventbrite page, where times, prices and age guidance can be checked.
- Price:
- See website for prices
- Dates:
- See the event page for times
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The Rock Lodge's New Years Party
The Rock Lodge, Whitstable · 31 December to 1 January 2027
The Rock Lodge in Whitstable is hosting an 80s themed New Year's Eve party, running from 31 December 2026 into 1 January 2027. Booking is required through the event page, and the listing suits adults looking to celebrate the new year with friends or as a couple.
- Price:
- See website for prices
- Dates:
- See the event page for times
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Questions people ask
Are there New Year's Eve events for families?
Some venues hold early-evening parties or a children's countdown before the late events start. Each listing shows the organiser's age guidance where it is published.