A highlight of Faversham’s annual events calendar, the Faversham Hop Festival celebrates the town’s historic hop-growing heritage with live music, beer, street parades, family entertainment and artisan stalls — all set against the charming backdrop of one of Kent’s most vibrant market towns.
When: Saturday and Sunday 5th & 6th September 2026.
Where: Faversham Town Centre, Kent, England – across Market Place, Preston Street, West Street, East Street and central event areas.
🎶 Live Music & Stages – Multiple outdoor stages throughout the town with local and visiting bands playing across genres.
🍺 Beer & Brewery Events – Beer stalls, tastings and brewery tours — often hosted by Faversham’s historic brewery partners.
🥁 Parades & Street Entertainment – Processions, dancing in the streets, historic vehicles, Morris dancers and more.
🎡 Family Fun – Fairground rides, children’s entertainers, street performers and family activities.
🛍️ Local Stalls & Crafts – Food, drink and artisan stalls offering local produce and crafts.
For full event details, schedules, stall lists, music line-ups and camping information, visit the official Hop Festival website:
👉 Website: https://www.favershamhopfestival.org/
Stay updated with announcements, community posts and festival features on the official Faversham Hop Festival Facebook page:
👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/favershamhopfestivalofficial
The festival is traditionally free to attend for most areas and events, with some paid experiences (such as brewery tours) available — check the official site for full details and 2026 programming.
Address
🍻 Faversham Hop Festival 2026
Faversham Town Centre Street Festival - Market Place, Faversham, Kent
ME13 7AH
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