Whether you’re bored of hibernating indoors or desperate to say goodbye to those January blues, February could be the perfect time to start getting out and about again.

From incredible art exhibitions to family days out, there’s plenty going on in the county over the next month.

A CARTOON BIOGRAPHY, WESTERHAM

Explore the life and history of one of Britain’s most well-known prime ministers through a series of cartoons from Punch magazine. The cartoons, on display at the former home of Winston Churchill, are taken from Punch, a satirical weekly magazine published from 1841 to 2002 which featured more than 600 cartoons inspired by Churchill. The exhibition looks at the political figure’s legacy through a truly unique lens.

Details: Open until Sunday, March 5 from 10am to 4pm at Chartwell in Westerham. Exhibition entry is included with an admission ticket, book online here.

ROCHESTER COCKTAIL WEEK

Raise a glass to the return of this Medway drinks festival. The much-loved Rochester Cocktail Week, launched in 2021 to help struggling independent businesses, is back with a new winter edition, giving customers another chance to get their hands on discounted drinks and specialty cocktails. Pubs, bars and restaurants all over town are participating, with one-off cocktails being offered for as little as £5.

Details: Wednesday, February 1 to Sunday, February 12 at participating venues across Rochester. Purchase your wristband online here.

LIGHT UP FESTIVAL, MAIDSTONE

The county town will be illuminated by a parade of stilt walkers, snowglobes, lanterns and dancers for this stunning celebration. The Light Up Festival, organised by Cohesion Plus and OneMaidstone, will see hundreds of children from local schools carrying homemade lanterns through the town centre as the sun goes down. There will also be interactive light installations and live entertainment for the crowds to enjoy while the streets are being lit up.

Details: Friday, February 3 from 4.30pm to 7.15pm in Maidstone Town Centre. Free entry, no need to book.

SONIA BOYCE EXHIBITION, MARGATE

Artist Sonia Boyce, known for her groundbreaking audio-visual work, will be bringing her latest award-winning exhibition to the UK for the first time. Feeling Her Way, which won the prestigious Golden Lion prize at the Venice Biennale in April, will open at Kent’s seaside gallery and features colour-tinted videos, patterned wallpaper, 3D geometric structures and reflective surfaces, along with music from five pioneering Black female singers.

Details: Saturday, February 4 to Monday, May 8 at Turner Contemporary in Margate. Free entry, book your slot online here.

WILDLIFE TRAIL, LEEDS

It might be chilly outside but it’s still a great idea to get some fresh air this February. Wrap up warm and follow this outdoor activity trail, which takes you through the grounds of Leeds Castle and tells you all about the different wildlife that live in its gardens and woodland. There are interactive displays, bug hunts, bird watching guides and a woodland walk to enjoy during your visit.

Details: Saturday, February 11 to Sunday, February 19 at Leeds Castle near Maidstone. Trail is included with an admission ticket, book online here.

PEACE DOVES, ROCHESTER

Take a moment to reflect, surrounded by messages of peace and hope, with this new exhibition. The art installation, created by sculptor Peter Walker, will see thousands of individually hand-made paper doves coming together to create an artwork that represents unity. The touring exhibition has visited a number of spaces around the country, with many schools and community groups from the local areas writing individual messages of hope on each dove.

Details: Saturday, February 11 to Friday, April 21 at Rochester Cathedral. Entry is free, no need to book.

WATCH THE SUPER BOWL, MAIDSTONE

Watch the world’s largest sporting event with a crowd of like-minded fans at one of the only places it’s showing live in Kent. This sports bar has a late licence that will allow customers to watch the full Super Bowl game, as it happens from across the pond, complete with an American-themed layout and food menu. Dressing in your favourite sport jersey is also encouraged.

Details: Sunday, February 12 from 8pm until 5am the following day at Ballin’ in Maidstone. Tickets start from £8.50 and can be booked online here.

ANTIQUES AND VINTAGE FAIR, WHITSTABLE

Visit this monthly fair and see what hidden treasures you can find. There are up to 30 traders selling rare collectables, antique furniture, vintage accessories and unique gifts. The fair is held indoors in the winter months, which means visitors also have a chance to see inside the historic castle.

Details: Sunday, February 19 from 10am to 4pm at Whitstable Castle. Entry is free, no need to book.

PANCAKE DAY, GOUDHURST

You’re never too old to tuck into a stack of pancakes, and this celebration at Taywell Farm Shop gives you the perfect chance to do just that. You can indulge your sweet tooth with not one, but two, tasty treats as you begin by decorating your own cookies. Then, while those are baking, you can make your own pancakes using the local produce provided, choose your fillings and enjoy!

Details: Tuesday, February 21 from 3.45pm to 5pm at Taywell Farm Shop in Goudhurst. Tickets cost £12.50 and can be booked by emailing bookings@taywellfarm.co.uk.

THE ROCK ORCHESTRA, DETLING

Enjoy a completely out-of-the-box live music experience, courtesy of the Rock Orchestra. This talented chamber orchestra takes some of the biggest rock and metal songs from the likes of Pink Floyd, Metallica, Black Sabbath, Guns N Roses and more and turns them into ethereal, orchestral numbers. The evening is complete with a sea of candles, skeleton costumes and giant puppets to create a dark yet compelling atmosphere.

Details: Friday, February 24 from 7pm at the Kent Event Centre in Detling, near Maidstone. Tickets start from £30 and can be booked online.