More than 2,000 people will head to a Maidstone attraction this weekend for the return of a popular music festival.

People from across the country have snapped up tickets for a winter version of The Social at Kent Life, in Lock Lane, Sandling, which takes place on Saturday.

The brand's flagship event has been held in Mote Park for the last two years in September, with previous line-ups boasting Carl Cox, Ben Pearce and Gorgon City, but the team couldn't wait 12-months to host another of their all-day concerts.

Maidstone-born DJ Nic Fanciulli, who is one of the main organisers, said: "For us, it’s important to keep doing new and exciting things.

"The venue’s never been used for an event like this before, so it’s an exciting project for us working with Kent Life to ensure everything runs smoothly, but it’ll also be something totally unique to experience for the crowd.

"The response has been amazing over the past two years and we wanted to do something special to say thank you. We couldn't wait until September for another great event."

The line-up includes DJ and producer duo Dusky, Hot Since 82, Maya Jane Coles, Davide Squillace and Matthias Tanzmann.

Mr Fanciulli's younger brother Mark will also play at the venue in Lock Lane, Sandling, as will other Kent-based performers such as Scott Rozario and Rob Cockerton.

"There's some amazing DJs in Kent," Mr Fanciulli added. "So for them to play on a bigger scale in their hometown is really something special.

"Maidstone has always been my home, and it's the town that really gave me my first break, so it's really important for me to give something back."

Both of the arenas will be covered, heated and fully floored.

Sound engineers will be on hand throughout the day to monitor noise levels.

Mr Fanciulli added: "We work closely with the council and local communities to ensure residents aren't disturbed, and appropriate levels are maintained.

"Production is important as well, which is why we specifically chose an enclosure that keeps the external sound to a minimum."

Doors open at noon.

For final release tickets and more information visit www.thesocialfestival.com.