This August Bank Holiday weekend, pop down to the Kent coastal resorts of Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate and sample some of the great events and activities taking place.  Follow the creative trail of Thanet Open Studios, let the rhythm take you at Osmosis, a dance music spectacular on the beach, enjoy twilight punk music and dodgems at Dreamland, or a moonlight maze night at Quex Park.  You could be here in just 75 minutes from London on Southeastern's High Speed service from St. Pancras International, so it's the perfect destination for a daytrip or short break.

For further information on events, attractions and accommodation in Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate go to www.visitthanet.co.uk

Osmosis – A Creative Dance Music Spectacular, Ramsgate Main Sands – 26 to 28 August
'By the process of osmosis, through its roots, a plant nourishes itself with vital nutrients from the earth – we will feed our minds, bodies and souls with the music, nature and the positive vibration that, together, we create.'

Osmosis is a creative dance music space to be held in a beautifully decorated marquee on the golden sands of Ramsgate.  It is a new and free transformative event, musically, visually and atmospherically and will showcase a spectrum of DJs, singers, MCs and other live acts from across the genres of dance music.  Talented local performers will be given a platform alongside those of international recognition, including Serial Killaz, Congo Natty Family and Adamski and Baby Bam.

During the day there will be a series of engaging workshops exploring some of the different aspects and skills involved within the dance music movement, plus dance classes, family art, meditation and live interactive sculpture under the guidance of sculptress Vera Boing.
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Quex Maize Maze and Field of Fun, Quex Park, Birchington – until 25 Septmber
Quex Maize Maze and Field of Fun is offering something brand new and exciting this year – it's more than just a maze!

The African Expedition is a cereal tease that helps bring to life the exploration of that continent by adventurer Percy Powell-Cotton, whose home was on the Quex estate.  Then there is the Giant Tractor Maze, where visitors are challenged to find not only their way out, but also a lost tractor.  Quex is laying on something special this year and opening up areas normally closed to the public, while there will be tractor safaris, a football shootout, pedal go-karts and much more.
Open daily 10am to 5pm (weather dependent)
Entry fee - £5 child, £3.50 adult, £15 family pass (2 adults, 2 children), £25 family season pass.

Moonlight Maze Night – 27 August
Explore both the Maize Mazes by moonlight – you may need to bring a torch just in case!!  In addition to the mazes being open, this year's moonlight night will include a tasty BBQ, bar, DJ, inflatables and children's games.
From 7pm until late
£9.50 per person, group of 4 - £35
For further information ring 01843 841119 / 866023 or www.quexpark.co.uk/attractions/quex-maize-maze
 
Thanet Open Studios – 27 to 29 August
The opening of Turner Contemporary five years ago acted as catalyst for growth in Margate's creative community and drew attention to Thanet as a welcoming and inspiring place for artists.  Thanet Open Studios is a great way to experience this first-hand. 
Artists and artisans across Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and Westgate will open up their studios or homes to the public, some for the first time.  It is a great opportunity to chat to the artists about their artworks, buy directly from them and perhaps have a go yourself.  This year there are over 40 creatives taking part with artworks including textiles, ceramics, painting, printmaking, jewellery and mosaics – to name a few.
www.facebook.com/thanetopenstudios

Punk Twilight Session at Dreamland, Margate – 27 August
Throughout the summer, Dreamland, the original pleasure park, will be holding Twilight Sessions on Saturday evenings from 6pm to 9pm.
This Twilight Session is a punk night, with Riskee and the Riddicule, whose members all hail from Ashford in Kent, headlining the evening.  Catchy, melodic hooks and lyrics delivered with wit and veracity and the raw energy in their live performances really highlight the talent of this band.
If you like a bit of 'Oi' on your night out, then get ready to pogo as the sun goes down
Dreamland is now free to enter, pay to ride.  For unlimited use of the rides, buy a Twilight wristband (available on the door only) £7.50 for the 'Little Kid' – under 1.25m tall, and £10 for the 'Big Kid' – over 1.25m tall.  If you wish to go into the park to listen to the bands and not use the rides, entry is free.  Make sure you book a free ticket online to guarantee entry and avoid the queues.
www.dreamland.co.uk

Make the best of 'Busy Broadstairs' – 27 to 29 August
Enjoy the timeless seaside charm of Broadstairs through a variety of events and activities. Stroll through 600 years of history on a free guided town walk and discover the town's links to Charles Dickens, Hans Christian Anderson and Ronnie Barker (27 and 28 August from 2pm to 3pm), www.facebook.com/Broadstairswalks.  Gather around the bandstand for an afternoon of free music (27 August, 2:30pm to 4pm) or promenade along the clifftop and view artwork by Broadstairs and St. Peter's Art Group (28 and 29 August), be sure to stop off for a refreshing ice cream at one of the two 1950s ice cream parlours on route.  There is a Collectables Fair at Balmoral Gardens (29 August from 9am to 4:30pm) and a Summer Fete with dog show and craft fair at Victoria Gardens (28 August from 10am to 5pm).
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