We are Kent
19–21 June 2026
Be part of our diamond anniversary
An unforgettable weekend of celebration on our Canterbury campus.
Whether you're an alumnus, a current student or a prospective applicant, this is your chance to experience the energy of campus life, discover new opportunities and be part of something special, as we celebrate 60 years of innovation, community, and success
Enjoy Free Gym membership throughout the We Are Kent weekend for all our guests - students, staff, friends, families, alumni (subject to capacity/availability).
Just register using the link below and then show your We Are Kent programme (given out at the info point on Registry Lawn on arrival) at the Sports Centre reception.
Past
Alumni: Come back to campus to relive the best of your university years. Re connect with old friends, revisit your favourite spots, and make new memories on the way.
Present
Kent students: This is the ultimate encore before the summer begins - the perfect way to end your year at Kent with friends and family before heading home for the holidays.
Future
Applicants: Come and see the creativity, innovation and opportunities here at the University of Kent and get a taster of campus life.
Your experience, your way
Plan your perfect weekend
Food trucks. Live Music. Fenwick Pop-Ups. Cocktail Samples. Comedy. Connection.
From headline moments to a wide range of activities happening across campus, there’s something for everyone.
Event highlights
Friday 19 June
Weekend Warm-up: Comedy from Kent
Hosted by Olly Double and featuring sets by our hilarious all alumni line-up including Adam Dorr and more! Enjoy a night of laughter for £15
Saturday 20 June
Culture Fest
Experience a spectacular showcase of drama, dance, and song, featuring performances by KSU Societies for free on the Templeman lawn.
Saturday 20 June
School Showcases
Discover the work of our current students with exhibitions, performances, and talks in all of our academic schools for free.
Friday 19 June
Alumni Welcome BBQ
Start your weekend at our annual alumni BBQ which is free to all alumni – at our new location of the Registry Lawn.
saturday 20 june
Alumni Diamond Gala Dinner
A gala dinner to celebrate 60 years of Kent – past present and future and toast six decades to the future of our University in the nostalgic Rutherford Dining Hall.
Saturday 20 June
Sunset Solstice on the Slopes
Everyone is welcome to bring or buy a picnic and chill out with live music as the sun goes down.
Saturday 20 June
Dance Through the Decades
Head to The Venue for a party packed with the biggest hits from the year you graduated. Entry is FREE – just turn up from 10pm and dance into the early hours!
sunday 21 june
Jazz Brunch
End on a high note at Sunday's Jazz Brunch in the Colyer Fergusson with performances from alumni and Kent musicians. From £5-£15
Walk our Diamond River Route
Celebrating 60 years of growth the 2km 'River' forms part of the University’s commitment to sustainability, biodiversity enhancement and wellbeing leaving a lasting legacy that can be enjoyed by all.
Sunday 21 June
Reflecting on 60 Years
Medway Chaplain, Christa Brodie-Levinsohn, offers a collaborative moment of mindfulness. Bring your memories of Kent University to share. Please note this is not a religious activity but a shared moment of thankfulness and renewed positivity.
Friday 19 - SATURDAY 20 JUNE
FREEDOM Exhibition
The exhibition brings together refugees, asylum seekers, migrants, students, and community members to explore the meaning of freedom through a series of workshops.
Belonging and beyond
Belonging and Beyond: supporting access to higher education and breaking down barriers
Here at Kent, we provide a welcoming and supportive community where every student can realise their ambition. Proceeds from We Are Kent will support students facing barriers to higher education and ensure that Kent is a place where they can belong. , ensuring everyone – Sanctuary Students, Care Leavers, Care Givers, people who are first in their family – has the support they need to attend our university and thrive.
Fenwick comes to campus
Our partners at Fenwick will be bringing the magic all weekend long, with mobile Charlotte Tilbury Festival Make-Up stations (perfect for getting your Culture Fest look ready), exciting pop-ups, and plenty of feel-good treats to enjoy throughout the weekend.
With thanks to our Sponsors and Partners
