We're halfway through half term and heading towards Halloween: here's what's on offer for families across the county.

A forest trail, based on the Shaun the Sheep film, Farmageddon, has opened in time for half term in a Kent forest.

A fifth edition of the Folkestone Triennial outdoor contemporary art exhibition will see 20 new works come to the town.

We're about to see the first festive lights switched on in the county. Here's our guide to where to see the Christmas lights turned on near you:

The Kent Messenger has produced a free guide to all things Maidstone, available from key pick-up points in the town.

An apple festival which includes the longest apple peel contest and more than 2,000 varieties on offer, will be held this weekend.

TV's metal stars are heading out on tour with Extreme Robots and preparing to do battle in the county this weekend.

Couples planning their big day will be able to meet local suppliers and experts under one roof at one of the biggest wedding shows in the county.

There'll be dancing in the streets as this year's two-week Canterbury Festival kicks off with a parade and arts performances across the city.

Scream if you want to be frightened - here's our guide to grown-up scare nights this Halloween.

A west Kent garden will be bursting with autumnal colour this weekend when it holds its annual Autumn Extravaganza.

The actor who played The Bill baddie DCI Burnside will star as Captain Hook in a town's panto this Christmas.

Puppets of all different shapes and sizes from lost dogs to Spanish marionettes will be coming to the streets of a Kent town this weekend.

There will be more than 100 rums on offer when a travelling rum festival returns to the county for a second time.

A new festival celebrating music and beer will feature more than 30 local bands and acts this weekend.

Grab your wellies and head into the fields this pumpkin season, to pick your perfect pumpkin for Halloween. Here's our guide to where to find them:

A circus which includes the world famous Globe of Death act, is coming to Kent featuring an aerialist born here and her partner, one of globe bikers.

The Bluebell Railway, Camber Sands, and fascinating exhibitions: here are six ideas to tempt Kent folk on a trip over the border into East Sussex.

A festival focussing on the environment will feature stars including adventurer Steve Backshall, parenting blogger Mamalina, and a film festival.

A village's annual apple fair will feature cider pressing, street entertainment and local legends the Red Barrows performing in the high street.