Gravesend Maritime Festival

All aboard for the Gravesend Maritime Festival which takes place on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 September at St Andrew’s Gardens overlooking the Thames, and on Gravesend Town Pier

Splice the mainbrace, heave to, and prepare to shiver your timbers as Gravesend prepares to celebrate its historic links to the River Thames.

The weekend will feature free entertainment, including live music, mermaids, and performances from the hearty band of Sheppey Pirates between the hours of 11am and 6pm on both days.

The historic pier will be hosting a number of visits from historic ships over the weekend, including the ever-popular Waverley, the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer. Pop-up on the Pier will host creative workshops, the Aquanauts Adrift show, magic, and see the return of the popular café in the former Riva Bar, activities will be running between 11m and 4pm on both days

There will also be a number of Thames Barges on display, with sailings and tours available from Tiller & Wheel.

Date:27th September 2025 – 28th September 2025
Location: Town Pier and Pontoon DA11 0BG
Cost: Free
Time: 11:00 – 18:00