We Are Kent
19-21 June 2026
Celebrate Kent's 60th anniversary
Join us for a jam-packed reunion weekend on our Canterbury Campus.
Whether you are one of our pioneering ‘First 500’ students or a more recent graduate, this is your chance to reconnect with old friends, revisit your favourite places in Canterbury, and make new memories.
Weekend highlights
Alumni Welcome BBQ
Start your weekend at our annual alumni BBQ - which moves to a new location on the Registry Lawn for 2026. Free to alumni.
Weekend Warm Up: Comedy from Kent
Hosted by Olly Double and featuring sets by our fantastic alumni comedians including Adam Dorr and more. £15pp.
Diamond Gala Dinner
A black-tie dinner to celebrate 60 years of Kent and toast to the future of our University. £45pp.
School Showcases
Discover the work of our current students with exhibitions, performances, and talks in all of our academic Schools.
Culture-Fest
Students take centre stage in this spectacular exhibition of drama, dance, and song. With performances by KSU Societies.
Jazz Brunch
The perfect end to your weekend on campus. Brunch accompanied by jazz performed by alumni musicians. £5-£15.
Full Weekend Schedule
With both free and paid events available throughout the weekend, you can plan a programme that works best for you.
Use our Event Form to book your tickets and let us know you're coming.
*Event must be pre-booked.
Friday 19 June 2026
- 10.00-20.00 - School Showcases
- From 15.00 - Registration
- 16.00-18.00 - Campus Tours
- 17.30-19.30 - Alumni BBQ*
- 19.30-22.00 - Comedy Night Hosted by Olly Double*
Saturday 20 June 2026
- 10.00-12.00 - School Showcases
- 12.00-13.00 - River of Vegetation: Walk and Talk
- 13.00-15.30 - Culture-Fest: Students Take Centre Stage
- 15.00-17.00 - Canterbury Cantata Trust Concert*
- 17.30-19.00 - MBA Alumni Cocktail Reception
- 19.30-22.00 - Homecoming Diamond Gala Dinner*
- 18.30-22.00 - Solstice Sunset on the Slopes
- 21.00-02.00 - Party Through the Decades at The Venue
Sunday 21 June 2026
- 10.00-12.00 - Jazz Brunch*
- 10-13.00 - Campus Tours
- 11.00-12.00 - Sunday Eucharist at Canterbury Cathedral
Friends Reunited
Lost touch with your Kent gang? We will also do our best to put you back in touch - and the We Are Kent Homecoming Weekend is the perfect opportunity to reconnect in person.
The More, the Merrier!
Spread the word by sharing this page with your University friends across the globe. Encourage them to book their tickets early to avoid disappointment.
Share your Memories
Whether you met the love of your life at Kent, are shaping your industry through the skills you learnt here, or can remember a seminal gig on campus, we want to hear from you!
Accommodation
Stay on Campus
Our high-quality, affordable accommodation is available for only £60 per night for a double room over the Homecoming Weekend with a full English Breakfast included.
