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Updated Mon, 22 Jun 2026
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kollectiv Folkestone, 69 The Old High St, Folkestone, CT20 1NR
Weekly writing workshop at kollectiv Folkestone for new and returning writers. The group is small, friendly and welcoming, with space for all voices. New writers are welcome each week. Tickets are £5.
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The Music Workshop, 1B Town Walk Folkestone
Compass Music presents a live music night as part of the nationwide Everywhere At Once grassroots festival weekend, featuring Folkestone alt-rock trio Vesu, Fruit Band and a DJ set from Mr Moor. The event celebrates grassroots independent music in Folkestone. Early bird tickets are £8, advance tickets are £10, and limited low-income tickets are available for £5. Entry is for ages 14+, and under-16s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18+.
Rocksalt, 4-5 Fishmarket, Folkestone
Live music takes place every Friday night throughout June in the main restaurant at Rocksalt. Guests can enjoy the music alongside dinner, drinks and harbour views. Advance booking is recommended.
Folkestone Harbour Arm, Harbour Approach Road, Folkestone
Free outdoor film screenings take place on Friday and Saturday evenings in June at The Goods Yard big screen area on Folkestone Harbour Arm. The June programme is: Back to the Future on 5 June, Back to the Future 2 on 6 June, Freaky Friday on 12 June, Freakier Friday on 13 June, Moulin Rouge! on 19 June, The Great Gatsby on 20 June, Wicked on 26 June, and Wicked: For Good on 27 June. Summer Cinema is a free open-air film series at Folkestone Harbour Arm.
23 Cheriton Place Folkestone
The Social Table Supper Club.
Hawkinge Community Centre, Heron Forstal Avenue, Hawkinge, Folkestone, Kent, CT18 7FP
Weekly play sessions for under-5s and their parents or carers at Hawkinge Community Centre. Activities include a bouncy castle, ride-ons, toys, games, books, balls and music, with space to run around. Costs £3 per child, and under-1s go free. Booking is available online, or attendees can turn up on the day. Sessions run year-round, including school holidays. Contact: 01303 901775.
A relaxed monthly meet-up for carers and care workers, hosted by Care Anchor Kent CIC and Hawkinge House Care Home. Drop in for tea, coffee, cake and biscuits, and spend time with others in the local care community. No booking is needed.
The Old Post Office, Tontine Street
Intersections: Reading Room — a free public space at The Old Post Office where you’re invited to read and reflect, convene and converse in a shared cultural resource (part library, part meeting place). A rotating reading list selected by guest curators is added monthly, with compilations by Tharik Hussain (Muslim Europe, travel and identity), Imad Ahmed (Islam, faith, astronomy and timekeeping) and Cathy Haynes (concepts and measures of time, the sky and living world).
130 Canterbury Rd, Folkestone
A monthly Folkestone Maternity Clothes Library meet up at Harbour Church where people can browse and borrow donated maternity clothes. The regular opening time is the last Friday of each month from 1:00pm to 2:30pm, and all are welcome.
The Tower Theatre, North Road Folkestone
FHODS present Lerner and Loewe’s musical My Fair Lady at The Tower Theatre in Folkestone. This stage production follows Eliza Doolittle’s transformation after meeting Professor Henry Higgins in Edwardian London, with afternoon and evening performances running from late June to early July.
Hawkinge Community Centre, Heron Forstal Avenue, Hawkinge, Folkestone, Kent, CT18 7FP
Weekly pickleball sessions at Hawkinge Community Centre. Open sessions for all abilities run on Tuesdays from 08:00–09:30 (£4.00) and 09:30–11:30 (£4.50). Over 55s sessions run on Mondays and Fridays from 15:30–17:00 (£4.00). A beginner-friendly Beginners Over 55s session runs on Thursdays from 16:30–17:30 and costs £3.50. Paddles are available to borrow if needed, and booking is recommended.
The Blind Pig, 61 Tontine Street, Folkestone
The Blind Pig Tapas Night returns with different plates every month, prepared by Chef Milan from around the world. Runs on the last Friday every month.
The Grand Burstin Hotel, Marine Parade, Folkestone
Family entertainment at the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone with Mini Movers at 18:40 followed by Chaos Live at 19:00. The hotel says these children’s sessions run on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and also during school holidays, with party dances and challenges led by the entertainment team.
98 A, Basement, Cheriton Pl, Folkestone CT20 2BB
A free-entry 1980s DJ night at The Dracula Parrot featuring classic rock, heavy metal, goth, new wave, synth-pop and arena rock. The venue opens from 16:00 and the DJ set starts at 19:00.
Docker Brewery, Unit C Park Farm Road, Folkestone
Docker Brewery Quiz Nights are back—free entry pub quiz with prizes, played on your phone. This edition is a music quiz night. Everyone’s welcome to play solo or bring a team; tables can be booked online via dockerbrewery.com or you can turn up to join in. The quiz starts at 7pm. Pizza will be served throughout the evening, with indoor and outdoor seating available.
Folkestone Harbour Arm, Harbour Approach Road, Folkestone
The Harbour screen hosts a two-night open-air cinema double bill with Wicked on Friday and Wicked: For Good on Saturday. Both screenings start at 7pm.
Gaia Studio, Folkestone Harbour Arm, Harbour Approach Road, Folkestone
Summer Sundowners at Gaia Studio features a revolving line-up of local DJs soundtracking the start of the weekend with sea views and golden-hour vibes at Folkestone Harbour Arm. Drinks are available, and the event runs on Fridays through the summer.
kollectiv Folkestone, 69 The Old High St, Folkestone, CT20 1NR
Screening of two short films, The Folkestone Ladies’ Erotic Fiction Club and Glitched, followed by a discussion and Q&A with filmmakers Sharon Burrell and Darren Lee Murphy. Tickets are £10. Both films are certificate 15 and include sexually explicit language and scenes of a sexual nature.
The Old Cigar and Olive, 12-14 Rendezvous Street, Folkestone
Tu Casa returns to The Old Cigar and Olive with deep house from Timo & Jes, plus resident Steve Goddard. Free entry. Doors open from 7pm, with last entry at 12:30am.
Hawkinge Community Centre, Heron Forstal Avenue, Hawkinge, Folkestone
Weekly roller disco session at Hawkinge Community Centre hosted by Kent Roller Disco. Friday evening normal session runs from 7:30pm to 9:00pm, is open to all ages and abilities, and costs £8 per person. Runs on Fridays, including August.
Carol Grimes brings her band to The Mariner in Folkestone for a live jazz show billed as "As Seen at Ronnie Scott’s". Carol Grimes & Her Band perform live at The Mariner in Folkestone for a special candlelit evening with sea views. The lineup includes Alison Rayner (bass), Steve Lodder (piano), Deirdre Cartwright (guitar), Simon Lambert (sax) and Mykola Mishurenko (drums). Doors open from 18:00 for anyone wanting food before the show, with music starting at 20:00. Early bird tickets at £15 were advertised and are sold out; remaining advance tickets are £17.50 plus booking fee, with £20 on the door.
Live music from Heroes, a tribute act performing New Wave, Mod and Ska classics at The White Horse. Open to all, with music starting at 8pm.
The Blind Pig, 61 Tontine Street, Folkestone
Nicola Palmer and Nina Clark return to The Blind Pig for a live music evening with laid-back summer vibes. Music runs from 8pm to 10pm, entry is free, and it is also Tapas Night with table bookings available.
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The group’s next walk is planned for 27 June. Meeting at Harbour Coffee Co.
The Radnor Arms, Christ Church Road, Folkestone
Saturday brunch at The Radnor Arms with laid-back brunch vibes, great food, and signature Bloody Marys. Optional upgrade to bottomless for 90 minutes of unlimited Prosecco, Hibiscus Spritz, Aperol Spritz and Mimosas.
23 Cheriton Place Folkestone
A special collaboration event (“The collaboration of all collaborations”).
Folkestone Harbour Arm, Harbour Approach Road, Folkestone
Surfs N Burgs pop up at Folkestone Harbour Arm’s dedicated pop-up street food zone, serving seafood street food including lobster tails in stacked beef burgers, lobster and crab grilled cheese toasties, fried prawn burgers and more. Available on select dates only.
A June Walk and Talk outing starting from Orchard Lane Coffee House in Sandgate. This edition follows a more off-the-beaten-track route than usual and may include muddy woodland paths, so sturdy footwear is recommended.
The Leas, Folkestone
The Silhouette Show is scheduled to perform as part of Folkestone Armed Forces Day at Folkestone Bandstand on Saturday 27 June 2026. Individual stage times are still to be confirmed. Check official event pages for the full programme.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous Street, Folkestone
A recurring yoga class at The Beer Shop Folkestone run by Unity Yoga. Designed to feel informal and welcoming, especially for beginners or anyone who feels less comfortable in a traditional studio setting. A relaxed class with movement, breathwork and meditation. £10 per class.
Free family drop-in workshop at Folkestone Museum where participants can make a Victorian-themed paper toy. Sessions run in the morning and afternoon, and a small donation towards materials is appreciated.
A free open gardens day in The Bayle where visitors can explore gardens, courtyards and other spaces that are not usually open to the public. Hosted by The Bayle Residents Association and supported by The Kent Community Foundation, Bayle in Bloom and local residents.
Under the Moon Art Market is an artist-led market at the Lower Atrium of The Glassworks in Folkestone, where visitors can browse artworks, handmade items and gifts from a curated mix of artists and makers, meet the makers in person, and shop directly from them. Entry is free and dogs are welcome.
The Coterie and Gaia Studio, Folkestone
A two-part L Word-themed event in Folkestone. The daytime session at The Coterie runs from 12:00 to 16:00 with brunch, spritzes and classic episodes, followed by an evening party at Gaia Studio from 20:00 to 00:00 with cocktails, queer anthems and DJ REV. A £10 wristband includes entry to both venues, a strawberry brownie sharer at The Coterie and a welcome shot at Gaia Studio.
The Leas, Folkestone
Sophia Stutchbury Trio performs at Armed Forces Day on The Leas Bandstand in Folkestone. Their set runs from 12:30 to 13:15 as part of the wider day-long event, which runs from 10:00 to 18:00.
A strawberry-themed charity market at St George’s Church supporting Alongside Africa Charity. Expect handcrafted local makers, a strawberry treat and drink included in the £5 entry, plus tea, coffee and sweet treats on sale. Dogs are welcome.
The Pilot Beach Bar, Beachside, Folkestone; Rocksalt Wine Bar Garden
Pilot Vibrations returns with laid-back Balearic and chilled beach vibes at The Pilot Beach Bar in Folkestone, featuring local DJs for Summer 2026.
A reggae-themed bottomless brunch at Bandidos with small plates, bottomless cocktails, draught beer and prosecco. Tickets are £40 per person, with a £10 deposit required when booking.
Oil painting masterclass with artist John Hoffman focused on seeing and painting everyday still life subjects with a looser approach rather than detailed realism. Open to everyone, including non-members, and suitable for beginners with no experience required. Attendees should check the FAS website for materials to bring. Free parking is available.
69 The Old High St, Folkestone, CT20 1NR
A shared reading session at kollectiv Folkestone on Saturday 27 June, running from 2pm to 3.30pm.
The Tower Theatre, North Road Folkestone
FHODS present Lerner and Loewe’s musical My Fair Lady at The Tower Theatre in Folkestone. This stage production follows Eliza Doolittle’s transformation after meeting Professor Henry Higgins in Edwardian London, with afternoon and evening performances running from late June to early July.
K-Pop All Stars Tour brings a high-energy K-pop show to Leas Cliff Hall, with two performances on the same day.
The Cigar and Olive, 12-14 Rendezvous Street, Folkestone
The Old Cigar & Olive presents Karaoke—come sing your heart out! Starting on Saturday 28th February and then every Saturday from 3PM till 8PM.
F51, Tontine Street, Folkestone
Reprobate Collective and Tracklist Records present System Sessions, an open-air underground music event at F51 focused on sound, selection and atmosphere in a system-focused setting. Expect deep house, minimal, tech house and UK garage sounds through the BASE19.UK sound system, with Billy Lovett, Kruza, Late Knight, Luca LJ, Silly Dilly and Ned Austen on the line-up.
Mermaids Cafe, Lower Sandgate Road, Folkestone
Boujee Boujee at Mermaids runs on the last Saturday of every month from April to September. Expect a full sound system, lighting, and a dress-to-express atmosphere.
An evening of bingo followed by a summer disco at Radnor Park Bowls Club. Registration starts at 17:30. Entry is £5 per person, not including bingo cards, which can be bought separately at the venue. Filipino cakes and bread will be on sale, and there will be an open bar.
The Music Workshop, 1B Town Walk, Folkestone, CT20 2AD
Watch England v Panama on a 3 metre screen with full venue sound at The Music Workshop in Folkestone. Doors open at 18:00, with happy hour before kick-off, cocktails, pizzas, face painting, and a score prediction competition with a £50 bar tab prize for the correct score.
The Grand Burstin Hotel, Marine Parade, Folkestone
Family entertainment at the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone with Mini Movers at 18:40 followed by Chaos Live at 19:00. The hotel says these children’s sessions run on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and also during school holidays, with party dances and challenges led by the entertainment team.
Folkestone Harbour Arm, Harbour Approach Road, Folkestone
The Harbour screen hosts a two-night open-air cinema double bill with Wicked on Friday and Wicked: For Good on Saturday. Both screenings start at 7pm.
Private Practice play a live evening gig at Henry's Wine Bar & Chocolate Cafe in Hythe, with songs, drinks and a relaxed atmosphere.
Folkestone Harbour Arm, Harbour Approach Road, Folkestone
Free outdoor film screenings take place on Friday and Saturday evenings in June at The Goods Yard big screen area on Folkestone Harbour Arm. The June programme is: Back to the Future on 5 June, Back to the Future 2 on 6 June, Freaky Friday on 12 June, Freakier Friday on 13 June, Moulin Rouge! on 19 June, The Great Gatsby on 20 June, Wicked on 26 June, and Wicked: For Good on 27 June. Summer Cinema is a free open-air film series at Folkestone Harbour Arm.
The Dracula Parrot presents a live music night featuring headliners Gianni Scalera & The Jury, with support from Lo Effut and Shackle. Expect heavy sounds, big riffs and grassroots energy. Free entry.
Simply Quo bring a Status Quo tribute show to Folkestone Railway Club, playing all the hits with over two hours of classic rock.
The Blind Pig, 61 Tontine Street, Folkestone
THE BLOW-UP: Classics & Club Cuts — a multi-genre 90s/00s throwback DJ night featuring club classics plus funky house, nu-disco, R&B, hip-hop, indie and electro. Hosted by DJ Desbo, at The Blind Pig in Folkestone.
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Community-led women’s coastal hike from Dover Priory to Folkestone, hosted by Heather. The route follows parts of the North Downs Way and England Coast Path, with views of the white cliffs, chalk grassland and the Sound Mirror at Abbot’s Cliff, finishing with the Three Hills challenge. Suitable for women with a reasonable level of fitness.
A seed and plant swap on The Leas where people can bring plants or seeds to exchange, including from car boots parked in the spaces in front of the Metropole Hotel. Walking or cycling to attend is encouraged.
A Pride-themed community litter pick with Folkestone Wombles and Pride Folkestone at the Civic Centre. Volunteers can help clean up the town, with pickers, hi-vis vests, gloves and bags provided.
Fundraising sports-day style fitness event at Sweatbox Training for all ability levels, raising money to support Maya Nash and her family during her cancer treatment. People can attend as competitors or spectators. Suggested entry donation is £10 per two entrants, with teams of 2 or 4, and organisers ask participants to message Leigh Blackburn or Sophie Simpson before paying and include their team name with the donation.
A guided nature walk on Folkestone Downs with bird, butterfly and moth expert Ian Roberts. The group is limited to 12 people to help with quiet wildlife observation and so everyone can hear the guide. Sturdy footwear is recommended because the ground may be uneven. Organised by Chris Turnbull.
Hawkinge Community Centre, Heron Forstal Avenue, Hawkinge, CT18 7FP
Weekly community fridge offering free surplus food for anyone to collect or share. The scheme aims to reduce food waste and support local people. No sign-up or eligibility criteria are required.
Docker Brewery, Unit C, Five Acre Estate, CT19 5DS (next to Screwfix, Park Farm)
Sunday sessions at Docker Brewery with a Pizza + Pint deal: any pizza plus a pint of Life In 3D/Local Lager (or a 175ml glass of wine) for £15. Open from 12PM with pizza served all afternoon, and live jazz from the Sarah Jane Trio from 5PM. Find them at Unit C, Five Acre Estate (next to Screwfix, Park Farm), CT19 5DS.
The Leas, Folkestone
Invicta Concert Band perform a traditional concert band programme featuring popular music styles including Big Band, waltzes, marches, show selections and overtures, presented by Folkestone Festival.
The Tower Theatre, North Road Folkestone
FHODS present Lerner and Loewe’s musical My Fair Lady at The Tower Theatre in Folkestone. This stage production follows Eliza Doolittle’s transformation after meeting Professor Henry Higgins in Edwardian London, with afternoon and evening performances running from late June to early July.
Hawkinge Cricket Club, Cricketers Close Hawkinge Folkestone
Bjorn This Way ABBA Tribute Band performing outside at Hawkinge Cricket And Social Club in Folkestone.
The Blind Pig, 61 Tontine Street, Folkestone
Monthly open decks session at The Blind Pig where people can bring their own records, put their name on the board and play a set. All equipment is provided; just bring your tunes.
Folkestone Early Music is delighted to welcome back one of the world's most renowned Early Music groups, the Rose Consort of Viols, in a concert of music by John Dowland, on the 400th Anniversary of his Death. Tickets are £20 at the door or on line here: https://www.ticketsource.com/whats-on/folkestone/the-green-room-folkestone. Children and students pay nothing!
Hawkinge Community Centre, Heron Forstal Avenue, Hawkinge, Folkestone
Family Roller Disco sessions at Hawkinge Community Centre hosted by Kent Roller Disco. Sunday afternoon family sessions run on selected Sundays through 2026 from 3:30pm to 5:00pm, with no session in August. Suitable for families, all ages and abilities; book online, call, or turn up on the day.
98 A, Basement, Cheriton Pl, Folkestone CT20 2BB
An afternoon thrash metal gig at The Dracula Parrot featuring live sets from Soldiers Of Rage, Desolator and Exorcism. Music runs from 3:30pm to 6:30pm, with beer available at the venue.
The Pullman, 7-9 Church Street, Folkestone
Alex McNeice plays a live afternoon set at The Pullman with guest vocalist Elle Russell, featuring classic songs, original material and piano-led entertainment. Free entry.
The Music Workshop, 1B Town Walk Folkestone
EVERYWHERE AT ONCE presents Lucy May Walker's Writer's Round at The Music Workshop in Folkestone.
Skuba Bar & Bistro, 2-4 Langhorne Gardens Folkestone
Family-friendly live band sessions at Skuba Bar & Bistro in Folkestone, with music starting from 5pm every Sunday through summer.
Weekly meat raffle at The Providence Inne in Hawkinge. Prizes are announced at around 18:00 every Sunday, with entries priced at £1 per strip. Starts this week.
The Grand Burstin Hotel, Marine Parade, Folkestone
Family entertainment at the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone with Mini Movers at 18:40 followed by Chaos Live at 19:00. The hotel says these children’s sessions run on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and also during school holidays, with party dances and challenges led by the entertainment team.
Weekly karaoke night at East Kent Arms in Folkestone, starting every Sunday from 7pm.
Live music night by The BarnstormAs featuring a set of 70s and 80s new wave and punk, with some indie influences, ranging from The Jam to Elastica.
Creative Folkestone, Quarterhouse Mill Bay, Folkestone
Comedian and former Wimbledon line judge Pauline Eyre brings her show “Anyone for Tennis?” to Creative Folkestone Quarterhouse, sharing tennis gossip and behind-the-scenes stories from the royal box to the locker room, with plenty of ace anecdotes and laughs.
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