Mick Jagger Centre Celebrates 25 Years with Arts Festival & Community Extravaganza

by | Sep 30, 2025 | Dartford Community, Dartford Entertainment, Entertainment, What's On? | 0 comments

The Mick Jagger Centre is proud to celebrate its 25th Anniversary, marking 25 years of inspiring creativity and community spirit in Dartford. To honour this milestone, the Centre is launching a brand-new Arts Festival, beginning with a vibrant Community Festival Day on Saturday, 11th October 2025, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

This free, family-friendly event will be packed with exciting activities and entertainment for all ages, including:

  • Live performances from local community groups and Dartford musicians
  • Creative craft activities for children and adults
  • Dance demonstrations showcasing local talent
  • Chess challenge for all skill levels- play against a Chess Master.
  • Free workshops to explore your artistic side
  • Fun inflatables and face painting
  • Delicious food vans serving a variety of treats

The Community Festival Day is a celebration of Dartford’s rich cultural landscape and the Centre’s legacy of supporting the arts. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun and help us mark this special occasion.

Event Details:
📍 The Mick Jagger Centre, Shepherds Lane, Dartford, DA1 2JZ
📅 Saturday, 11th October 2025
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🎟️ Free Entry

For more information, visit www.themickjaggercentre.com or follow us on social media @MickJaggerCentre.

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