In the midst of lockdown, we organised a small festival-themed party for 30 friends, craving the connection and joy that music brings. The cancellation of the festival season made us realise the value of the events we once took for granted. Fuelled by the success of that gathering, a passion ignited within us. Our goal became clear: to create a community-driven festival in Kent, supporting grassroots music at an affordable price. Year after year, we have expanded, adding stages, handmade games from upcycled materials, and even building a pub from scratch. Our passion and desire to make a mark in this sector continues to grow with each event. Join us for unforgettable experiences, celebrating music, community, connectivity, and the freedom that festivals and events bring.
OUR HISTORY
SMITH-FEST 2020
Our first event! We threw Smith-Fest 2020 for 30 of our closest friends. It was such a success, that we decided to begin planning for the next one.
AUGUST 2020
JULY 2021
SMITH-FEST 2021
Our second instalment of Smith-Fest was bigger and better. With over 100 people, a pub built from upcycled material and our new rave tent, The Beat-Box. This again was a huge success, and helped birth Fun-Da-Mental Productions.
FUN-DA-MENTAL
Fun-Da-Mental Productions was born, our new production company for all our events.
JANUARY 2022
JULY 2022
marsh-fest 3.0
A co-hosted event for more than 250 people, with our new improved hand built pub and stage, filled with grassroots talent. An amazing event, that inspired us greatly.
smith-fest 2022
Our third and final instalment of Smith-Fest was for over 200 people, and was headlined by 3x DMC World Scratch Champion JFB, as well as a fantastic array of grassroots musicians and DJs.
SEPTEMBER 2022
the new year blow-out
Our first New Year’s Eve blow-out which completely sold out! With a surprise set and countdown to 2023 by JFB!
DECEMBER 2022
spring into summer
Our new day festival at The Forum in Tunbridge Wells, with performances from Harry Shotta, Captain Accident, Samantics, JFB and more! Such an amazing vibe, we can’t wait to do it again next year.