There'll be a party atmosphere in one Kent town this weekend, with a carnival parade and birthday celebrations.

Christmas is creeping closer and all the county's festive events are now open. Here's our fulsome festive guide for what's on offer:

Four racing camels will be the main ring attraction at next summer's Kent County Show.

An enchanting winter lights experience has been launched at a Kent castle and the rush for tickets is on.

The platform at Edenbridge Station has been improved for safety purposes.

A tour with a twist: Learn about Dickens' links with Kent, helped along by an eccentric guide.

You wait all year for Santa and then 100 comes along at once — down the river, on a flotilla of paddle boards.

It was a summertime highlight for many last year with live music and top notch food and drink - now Pub in the Park is to return for a third year.

From markets to Nativities and snow globes to festive wartime fun, here's our guide to dozens of Christmas events happening across Kent this weekend.

Festive Sunday markets, featuring donkeys from a local animal rescue charity, will be coming to a market town from this weekend.

A popular annual festival featuring characters from Dickens' novels and guaranteed snowfall will take to the streets this weekend.

A popular outdoor concert, which attracts thousands every year, will celebrate the Roaring 20s when it returns next year.

A music festival is coming to the county next summer, celebrating all things 80s and featuring a stellar line-up of original 80s acts.

Discount shopping has come to Edenbridge in the form of a new Lidl store.

The owners of a new restaurant believe Sevenoaks is now ready for sushi.

The iconic Oxford Street lights have been switched on for a 60th year, but with a difference this year.

Santas will complete in a stand-up paddle-board event this weekend on the River Medway to raise money for cancer.

Looking for a festive day out? We've found the best ice rinks for a day trip from Kent, whether you want a romantic getaway or some family fun.

Father Christmas is set to settle into grottos across the county this weekend. Here's where you can see him:

The county will be dancing on ice this weekend, as three more ice rinks open their doors to skaters.