News Come along for free to Proms in the Park

Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) is inviting everyone along for a free ‘Proms in the Park’ event at Whatman Park on Saturday 27 May from 3pm to 8pm.

The magnificent Whatman Park Riverstage will provide the backdrop for this year's unforgettable afternoon and evening of music.

Cllr Claudine Russell, Lead Member for Leisure and Arts at MBC said:

”Proms in the Park will be a fantastic celebration of music, all for free. We are encouraging everyone to dress up for the occasion, bring your own food, picnic blankets and chairs, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy a relaxing spring day in the park.”

The ever-popular David Zachary will be the compère for this event.

3pm – Opening with address by the Mayor of Maidstone

3.15pm - Invicta Jazz Orchestra https://invictajazz.com

4.15pm - Hazlitt Institute Choir and School’s Choirs https://www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk/hazlitt-theatre/hazlitt-choir

4.55pm - Clea Llewellyn https://cleallewellyn.com/

5.45pm - Fred Clark https://www.fredclark.co.uk/

6.45pm - Maidstone Wind Symphony https://www.maidstonewindsymphony.org/

Claudine continues: “Come along, bring your friends and family to this wonderful free community event. With a variety of music to lift your spirits it’s such a lovely way to spend your Saturday.”

Locally sourced drinks and food will be available to buy from Maidstone’s Kent Drinks Co. and delicious food from Funky Feast.

For more information please visit: https://www.visitmaidstone.com/whats-on/proms-in-the-park-p226141

This event is being supported using public funding by Arts Council England and Maidstone Borough Council.

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