18th May 2024 |

13:00 - 20:00

Detling Showground  |  Maidstone, Kent

About Fostival

FOSTival 2024 is the first of an annual family fun-day with live music and entertainment to raise money for our three children’s charities so they can continue their vital work supporting children, young people and their families at their most desperate time of need. 

Itinerary

We have live music all day alongside different interactive activities to provide entertainment for you and your family.
 Live music from 1:15-8pm | Activities from 1-6:00pm | Food stalls from 1-8pm
*This is a provisional itinerary and is subject to change.
*Please note that this is a standing event and the last entry is 6pm

Doors Open

12:30

Events Starts

13:00

Welcome from Smashlife

13:00

Bamboozle

13:15

Gentlemen of Few

15:15

Presentation and Raffle Draw

16:45

Sonic Boom

18:00

Event Ends

20:00

Activities

  • Globetrotters mini golf
  • Facepainting
  • Hoverball archery
  • Funfair games & bouncy castle
  • Storytelling and crafting
  • Steel drum workshop
  • Charity/community stalls
  • Food vendors

 

Some activities are included in your entry ticket, whilst others require a small fee

*please note activities are subject to change

Donate to Fostival

Donation

£

Tickets

Get your tickets below.
100% money raised goes to the charities.
Under 4s go free

Child

£9.99

4 – 16 years old

Adult

£19.99

Age 17+

Family

£54.99

Family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children.)

Charities

FOSTival supports evolve’s charitable partners with 100% of all money raised being split between the charities.

Rockinghorse

Rockinghorse Children’s Charity supports sick and disabled children across Sussex. Set up in 1967, they have since supported nearly a million children with lifesaving medical equipment, support for parents and families, environments and spaces for children and additional staff.

£20 – Could pay for one young person to attend an art therapy session to help with their mental health and wellbeing.

£55 - Could fund a Medibear for a child to help them understand their cancer treatment.

Young Lives

The Young Lives Foundation - Legends programme builds resilience and self-esteem, through positive activities, allowing disadvantaged young people in Kent, to explore exciting opportunities and learn new skills.

£25 – Would pay for one young person to attend a day trip – Supporting a new experience for that young person and improving their self-confidence.

£55 - would fund a group of 25 young people with activities at their weekly Legends Youth Group, such as a creative, arts and crafts session - Nurturing the young people's interests and talents.

Rainbow Trust

Rainbow Trust is the leading organisation providing emotional and practical support to families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness. Rainbow Trust pairs each family with an expert Family Support Worker who enables them to make the most of time together, giving them practical and emotional support whenever they need it for as long as is needed.

£20 - can cover the cost of a day out for a sibling of a seriously ill child who just wants to have some fun.

£55 - covers the cost of a full complement of PPE for a family support worker for one month

FAQS

Do you have a query about FOSTival? Please take a look through our FAQs below to help answer your questions! Can’t find what you’re looking for? Please contact one of our friendly team at info@fostival.co.uk and we’ll get back to you!

  • What’s included in my ticket?
    • Ticket includes entry to the site and access to all musical acts. Some activities, food and drink will incur extra charges
  • Is there parking?
    • Yes! Parking is free and located adjacent to the event area
  • How much of my ticket price will go towards charity?
    • All money made will be donated to our charity partners. 50% will go to Young Lives Foundation, 25% to Rockinghorse and 25% to Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity.
  • I can no longer make the event. Can I get a refund?
    • Unfortunately, due to the nature of the event, we cannot offer a refund.
  • What time does it start?
    • The gates will open at 12.30pm ready for entertainment to start at 1pm and will continue until 8pm. Last entry is 6pm.
  • What time does it finish?
    • The event will draw to a close at 8pm. Last entry is 6pm.
  • Are assistance dogs permitted?
    • Assistance dogs are welcome but please bear in mind there may be loud noises.
  • Do you have disabled access?
    • The event is all on one level that is grassed.
  • Can I bring my own food and drink?
    • We do ask that you don’t bring your own food and drink on the day. There will be a wide variety of food and drink available to purchase on the day, with each vendor agreeing to donate 10% of profits made on the day.
  • Can I buy tickets on the day?
    • Due to the nature of the event, all tickets will need to be purchased prior to the event.
  • Is there an age limit?
    • All ages are welcome but guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. ID may be required.
  • Contact us
  • Location details
    • Location full address is Kent Showground, Maidstone ME14 3JF

Sponsors

Thankyou to the following sponsors for their support.