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Updated Mon, 21 Sept 2026
Browse what’s on in Folkestone this weekend, including live music, workshops, sport, social events, food and drink, and other local listings happening from Friday to Sunday.
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kollectiv
Arts centre with exhibitions and events.
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Hawkinge Community Centre
Community centre with rooms, sports facilities, and a cafe and bar
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Folkestone Harbour Arm
Harbour promenade with traders, events and public spaces.
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Indoor multi-storey skatepark with climbing and boxing facilities
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Sat 4 Jul
1 event
1-2 Guildhall St, Folkestone
A free exhibition at Folkestone Museum exploring the lives and deaths of an Early Medieval community from the Folkestone area. It features grave goods from four people buried in the fifth and sixth centuries, including a sixth-century ring sword with a silver-gilt hilt, alongside finds featured on Digging for Britain in 2025 and 2026. Produced in partnership with the Parish Meeting, University of Lancashire, Isle Heritage CIC and Dana Goodburn-Brown. Includes images of human remains.
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Sat 18 Jul
1 event
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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Sat 12 Sept
1 event
kollectiv, 69 The Old High Street, Folkestone
Vlatka Horvat’s exhibition 'Which Stops You Going Further' runs at kollectiv from 12 to 27 September. The exhibition considers the idea of edges through material, psychological, political and social themes. It is the third exhibition in the 'Juha' season, curated by Sammi Gale.
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Wed 23 Sept
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Kollectiv, 69 The Old High Street, Folkestone
Free pop-up clothes swap at Kollectiv on Old High Street, Folkestone. Bring clothes to swap or browse and take items. The event runs from 23 to 27 September, open Wednesday to Friday 10:00-17:00, Saturday 10:30-17:00, and Sunday 10:30-16:30. Donations are invited to help cover costs.
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Fri 25 Sept
19 events
The Tower Theatre, North Road, Shorncliffe, Folkestone CT20 3HL
FHODS present Gypsy, the classic musical fable featuring songs including “Everything’s Coming Up Roses”, “Let Me Entertain You” and “Some People”. Performances take place at The Tower Theatre in late September and early October, with opening night on 25 September and Saturday matinees at 14:30. The production features Hattie Austin as Baby June. Seats can be booked via the theatre website.
The Nest, Folkestone
Lowlight perform live at The Nest in Folkestone as part of the venue's September live music programme.
Folkestone Harbour Arm, Harbour Approach Road, Folkestone
Weekly women’s morning walking group meeting at the Harbour Arm fountain in Folkestone. Walks last around 60 to 90 minutes along the coast, usually heading either towards Sandgate or the Warren, followed by coffee and pastries at Mugs with a 20% discount. Price: £7.
F51, Tontine Street, Folkestone
A Friday morning climbing session at F51. Runs from 9:30am to 11:30am and costs £10, including shoe hire.
Hawkinge Community Centre, Heron Forstal Avenue, Hawkinge, Folkestone CT18 7FP
Weekly Zumba Gold class at Hawkinge Community Centre on Friday mornings. This lower-impact session is aimed at beginners, older adults, and anyone wanting a gentler version of Zumba while still enjoying the music and movement. Everyone is welcome.
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 Friday morning coworking meet-up in Folkestone with a more relaxed working setup and space for more people. Run by Mooie Fee and Geeky as Folk.
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 is a free public space at The Old Post Office where visitors are invited to read and reflect, convene and converse in a shared cultural resource that is part library and part meeting place. A rotating reading list selected by guest curators is added monthly.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous St, Folkestone CT20 1EZ, UK
The Beer Shop’s annual Oktoberfest celebration runs from 25 September to 4 October, with the venue going Bavarian for the festival. Expect official Oktoberfest beers on keg and bottle, steins of Paulaner and Hofbräu, sausage plates, pretzels, and brass and oompah music.
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.
Speedway, Arc House St Eanswythe Way, Folkestone
Monthly ska and reggae night hosted by F.U.S.S at Speedway in Folkestone. Port-O-Jam, featuring Laurie Candy and Nunny Kev Nunn, headline the evening with Nathan Atkins also on the bill. Expect 60s and 70s ska and reggae selections, from classics to rarities, with dancing from 7pm to midnight. Entry is £5 on the door.
An evening at Lympne Castle with a curry meal and team quiz, with prizes for participants. Tables need to be booked through the castle. Price: £18 per person.
The Music Workshop, 1B Town Walk Folkestone
A Dolly Parton themed party at The Music Workshop in Folkestone on 25 September, with karaoke, a Dolly quiz, games, prizes, nibbles and a bar. Guests are encouraged to dress up or dress to impress. Tickets are £8 per person.
Docker Taproom + Brewery, Unit C, Five Acre Estate, Park Farm, CT19 5DS
A music-themed quiz night at Docker Brewery & Taproom with free entry, pizza, craft beer and prizes including pints for the winners. Teams can book a table in advance.
Hawkinge Community Centre, Heron Forstal Avenue, Hawkinge, Folkestone
Weekly roller disco session at Hawkinge Community Centre hosted by Kent Roller Disco. The Friday evening normal session runs from 7:30pm to 9:00pm, is open to all ages and abilities, and costs £8 each. Sessions continue through August.
Folklore, 69A The Old High Street, Folkestone
Angela performs a Friday night drag and song set at Folklore in Folkestone. Entry is free, with cocktails available at the bar. Starts at 8pm and continues late into the evening.
Creative Folkestone, Quarterhouse Mill Bay, Folkestone
An immersive improvised audiovisual performance combining live sound and reactive visuals. NOEMA features André Verissimo on gongs, shruti box, monochord, singing bowls and percussion, Paul Cheneour on flutes, Matt Dear on electronics and guitar, Scott Wyllie on electronics and double bass, and Sophie Wyllie on audio-reactive visuals.
The Dracula Parrot, Folkestone
PennySpent play a free live set at The Dracula Parrot in Folkestone from 9pm. Expect rock classics and songs associated with Halestorm, Linkin Park, Green Day, Skunk Anansie and Paramore.
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Sat 26 Sept
28 events
The Blind Pig, 61 Tontine Street, Folkestone
Mia Kulpa and Si Norton are teaming up for an indie disco night at The Blind Pig in Folkestone, with indie dancefloor picks alongside alt, grunge, shoegaze and coming-of-age indie tracks.
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.
A hands-on Kinusaiga workshop where participants create a textured fabric artwork by tucking fabric into a pre-cut foam design. Seasonal options include autumn and woodland-themed templates, with summer designs also available. All materials and tools are provided, along with step-by-step guidance and one complimentary hot drink. The session is for adults aged 18+ and capacity is limited to 14 people.
F51, Tontine Street, Folkestone
Weekly breakdance sessions at F51 on Tontine Street starting on Saturday 2026-09-05. Open to ages 5 to 105. Places are limited; booking is via email at bboybobak@hotmail or by direct message.
The Nest, Folkestone
A live music event is listed at The Nest in Folkestone, with the act still to be confirmed.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous Street, Folkestone
A recurring yoga class at The Beer Shop Folkestone led by Unity Yoga. Designed to feel informal and welcoming, especially for beginners or anyone who feels more comfortable outside a traditional studio setting, the class includes movement, breathwork and meditation for a relaxed, light-hearted start to the weekend. £10 per class.
130 Canterbury Rd, Folkestone
Community litter pick with Folkestone Wombles on the east side of town, meeting at Folkestone Harbour Church. Open to regular and first-time volunteers, with all equipment provided. Attendees can also bring food donations for the Harvest Collection supporting Folkestone Community Fridge.
Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone, CT20 2DZ
A two-day model railway exhibition at Leas Cliff Hall featuring more than 20 model railway layouts, trade stands, model demonstrations, societies and displays, a raffle and tombola, locomotive advice from the Loco Doctor, a multi-gauge test track, and a Thomas-themed interactive layout for younger visitors. Admission is £9 for adults aged 16+, £4 for children aged 5–15, and £24 for a family ticket covering 2 adults and 2 children.
A free family drop-in workshop at Folkestone Museum where participants can make a snail using clay and conkers. Sessions run in the morning and afternoon, and a small donation towards materials is welcomed.
Kollectiv, 69 The Old High Street, Folkestone
Free pop-up clothes swap at Kollectiv on Old High Street, Folkestone. Bring clothes to swap or browse and take items. The event runs from 23 to 27 September, open Wednesday to Friday 10:00-17:00, Saturday 10:30-17:00, and Sunday 10:30-16:30. Donations are invited to help cover costs.
A self-care event at Wild Hope Tattoo combining a bespoke flash tattoo with a 20-minute tarot reading. The day features three tattoo artists and two tarot readers. Tickets are £85 and include one tattoo choice plus the reading. Hand, feet and face tattoos are not offered.
Under the Moon Art Market is an artist-led market at the Lower Atrium of The Glassworks in Folkestone, where visitors can browse and shop original artworks, handmade items and gifts from a curated mix of local artists and makers, including new stallholders and returning favourites. Visitors can meet the makers in person and shop across a range of budgets. Entry is free and dogs are welcome.
A hands-on Autumn Equinox gathering in Kingsnorth Gardens where participants create earth offerings and seasonal altars using natural materials. The session focuses on creativity, nature connection and marking the change of season.
A four-hour improv and movement workshop led by Ali James as part of the FIT Weekenders season. The session explores how to use the body to bring emotion and meaning into scenes, develop characters, build environments and create playful, expressive performance work. Ali James is a movement director and performer with Showstopper! The Improvised Musical. Tickets are £40 and booking is via Folkestoneimprovtheatre@gmail.com.
The Goods Yard
Wünderharbour returns to The Goods Yard at Folkestone Harbour Arm as a Bavarian-themed festival running across four consecutive weekends from 19 September to 11 October. The event features the Bettsteiner Footstompers Oompah Band performing at 1pm on every festival day, alongside themed street-food pop-ups, bratwurst, trader specials, a dedicated Stein Bar, an exclusive beer from Floc Brewing, and additional live music. Expect oompah-style marching tunes, offbeat covers, sing-alongs and crowd games led by the Harbour Meister. Festival opening hours are Saturdays 11:00-20:00 and Sundays 11:00-18:00. Free entry.
Folkestone Harbour Arm, Harbour Approach Road, Folkestone
Free live music takes place on the Harbour Arm stage every Saturday at 2pm and 6pm, and every Sunday at 2pm.
The Tower Theatre, North Road, Shorncliffe, Folkestone CT20 3HL
FHODS present Gypsy, the classic musical fable featuring songs including “Everything’s Coming Up Roses”, “Let Me Entertain You” and “Some People”. Performances take place at The Tower Theatre in late September and early October, with opening night on 25 September and Saturday matinees at 14:30. The production features Hattie Austin as Baby June. Seats can be booked via the theatre website.
A local history talk by Tony Hill about the extension of Folkestone Harbour Pier between 1897 and 1905, illustrated with rare period photographs. Held in the Back Hall of the Cornerstone Centre. Arrival is from 14:00 for a 14:30 start. Admission is £5, refreshments will be served, and door entry is subject to availability with cash or card accepted.
Docker Brewery, Unit C Park Farm Road, Folkestone
Katie B & The Snooks play a live afternoon set at Docker Brewery in Folkestone on Saturday 26 September, alongside the brewery's Real Ale Festival. Expect a high-energy performance with strong vocals and a danceable atmosphere.
F51, Tontine Street, Folkestone
Weekly adult handstand class at F51 led by Coach Bobak. The session focuses on balance, strength, falling drills and step-by-step handstand technique. Drop-ins are welcome.
69 The Old High St / Folkestone / CT20 1NR
A free weekly craft group at Kollectiv for knitting, crochet and other yarn-based projects. Beginners and experienced crafters are welcome, and the session is described as inclusive for all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Bring your own project or come to learn, share tips and patterns, and spend a relaxed couple of hours crafting and chatting. Drinks and pastries are available to buy from the bar.
The Lighthouse Champagne Bar, Folkestone Harbour Arm, Harbour Approach Road, Folkestone
The Lighthouse Champagne Bar on Folkestone Harbour Arm hosts live music every Saturday and Sunday at 4pm while the bar is open daily.
The Old Cigar and Olive, 12-14 Rendezvous Street, Folkestone
Launch party for WoodBee Avenue x InTheDojo at The Old Cigar and Olive in Folkestone. This new community-focused music event starts at 18:00, with the line-up to be announced.
Creative Folkestone, Quarterhouse Mill Bay, Folkestone
Live showcase for emerging original artists and bands at Quarterhouse in Folkestone. The bill features Delicia, George Pelham, Penny Skint, Poynters Yard and Robin Mack, with five acts each playing a 20-minute set of their own material. The event runs from 19:00 to 23:00, with doors open from 18:30. Tickets are £8 in advance or £10 on the door.
The Music Workshop, 1B Town Walk Folkestone
Joe Bulley Band celebrate the launch of their second EP, Soft Shell, with a live show at The Music Workshop. Special guests Punching Swans and Polo Lounge are also on the bill. Tickets are £10.
Speedway, Arc House St Eanswythe Way, Folkestone
Broken Boneyard is an alternative vinyl night at Speedway, with a playlist spanning post-punk, goth, industrial and new wave artists including Killing Joke, Depeche Mode, Ministry, The Cure, The Mission, Sisters of Mercy and more. Free entry.
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.
98 A, Basement, Cheriton Pl, Folkestone CT20 2BB
Spandex Bullet play live at The Dracula Parrot Bar in Folkestone for their first visit to the venue—expect loud, alternative, non-mainstream vibes with big riffs, catchy hooks, and singalong choruses as they give well-known songs a high-energy makeover. Bring your mates, bring your voices, and get ready for a genre-bending night.
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Sun 27 Sept
19 events
Mugs, Tourist Information Centre Harbour Street, Folkestone
A social group meetup returning on Sunday 27 September, meeting from Mugs in Folkestone as the starting point for the outing.
The Nest, Folkestone
Metaloke takes place at The Nest in Folkestone as part of the September programme.
The Folkestone Bookshop, 70-72 Tontine Street, Folkestone
Monthly creative writing workshop at The Folkestone Bookshop led by Mikayla Elias. Open to writers and creatives of any genre or experience level, the sessions use prompts and exercises to explore form, style and content while encouraging participants to challenge creative expectations. Spaces are limited. Sessions are priced on a choose-what-you-pay basis at £5, £10 or £15, with refreshments included and an optional reading list available.
Britannia Grand Burstin Hotel, Marine Parade, Folkestone
Wedding Fayre at the Britannia Grand Burstin Hotel—an inspiring day for newly engaged couples to meet trusted local wedding suppliers, gather fresh ideas, explore styling, and start planning a dream wedding in a coastal setting.
Kollectiv, 69 The Old High Street, Folkestone
Free pop-up clothes swap at Kollectiv on Old High Street, Folkestone. Bring clothes to swap or browse and take items. The event runs from 23 to 27 September, open Wednesday to Friday 10:00-17:00, Saturday 10:30-17:00, and Sunday 10:30-16:30. Donations are invited to help cover costs.
Hawkinge Community Centre, Heron Forstal Avenue, Hawkinge, CT18 7FP
Weekly community fridge offering free surplus food for anyone to collect or share, helping reduce food waste and support the local community. Food is donated by local sources, and no sign-up or eligibility criteria are required.
69 The Old High St / Folkestone / CT20 1NR
Free Sunday discussion group about Shakespeare’s Titus Andronicus at kollectiv Folkestone. Participants explore the play at their own pace, discuss its themes and context, compare adaptations, and share responses in an informal, supportive setting.
29 Tontine Street Folkestone
Beginner-friendly Halloween hand-building pottery session at Clayfolk with Robert Pou. Participants can make spooky clay pieces such as pumpkins, gargoyles, welcome signs or sweet bowls. Materials, decoration and firings are included, and finished work will be transparent-glazed for collection before Halloween. Ages 12+ with parental supervision. £65 per person, limited to 9 places.
Folkestone Harbour Arm, Harbour Approach Road, Folkestone
Free live music takes place on the Harbour Arm stage every Saturday at 2pm and 6pm, and every Sunday at 2pm.
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.
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 and open to all ages and abilities. Price is £8 each. Book online, call, or turn up on the day.
The Music Workshop, 1B Town Walk Folkestone
Lucy May Walker hosts a writer's round at The Music Workshop featuring The Dunwells and Sam Brothers. Expect original songs performed in the round, with the artists taking turns to play and share the stories behind their music. Doors open at 15:30 and the show starts at 16:00. The venue bar serves alcohol, hot drinks and snacks.
The Lighthouse Champagne Bar, Folkestone Harbour Arm, Harbour Approach Road, Folkestone
The Lighthouse Champagne Bar on Folkestone Harbour Arm hosts live music every Saturday and Sunday at 4pm while the bar is open daily.
Skuba Bar & Bistro, 2-4 Langhorne Gardens Folkestone
Skuba Bar & Bistro is hosting live bands every Sunday in September. The line-up is Sinus Rhythm Boys on 2026-09-06, Indigo Stone on 2026-09-13, Heroes on 2026-09-20, and Turmoil on 2026-09-27. Live music starts at 17:00 each date, with karaoke from 20:30 afterwards.
Brewing Brothers Beachside, Folkestone Harbour Arm, Folkestone
Weekly Sunday evening live music as part of the Weekend Wind Down at Brewing Brothers Beachside on Folkestone Harbour Arm.
Burrito Buoy, 43 Tontine Street, Folkestone
Lost Signal 9 presents a double-bill screening of Chris Smith’s documentary American Movie (1999) and Mark Borchardt’s short film Coven (1997). The programme focuses on DIY filmmaking and outsider cinema.
Folkestone Film Festival presents a special screening of 'Misper' ('Missing Person'), a darkly comic mystery filmed on location around Folkestone itself. Set around a crumbling seaside hotel (Folkestone's old Grand), the film follows Leonard as he begins to unravel after his colleague Elle mysteriously disappears. Misper stars Samuel Blenkin and Emily Carey and features recognisable Folkestone locations throughout. After the screening, director Harry Sherriff and writer Laurence Tratalos will join the audience for a live Q&A, hosted by Folkestone Film Festival Director Ben Barton. They’ll also be joined by actor Dan Ryan, who plays hotel manager Gary Jenkins in the film. Dan is known for The Bay, Dear England, The Hack and Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. A rare chance to see a feature film shot in Folkestone on the big screen in Folkestone itself - and then meet some of the people who made it. Part of a new autumn season of Kent-based films from the Folkestone Film Festival. https://folkestonecinema.com/whats-on/events/misper/ Certificate 12A. Date: Sunday 27 September 2026 Time: 6.30pm Venue: Silver Screen Cinema The Town Hall 1–2 Guildhall Street Folkestone Kent CT20 1DY
An evening of evidential mediumship with Sandy Britton at Folkestone Masonic Hall. Admission is £10 per person, cash only on the door. Doors open at 19:00 and the event is listed to run until 21:00. Everyone is welcome. A separate listing time of 19:30 is also shown.
Skuba Bar & Bistro, 2-4 Langhorne Gardens Folkestone
Recurring karaoke nights at Skuba Bar & Bistro every Wednesday and Sunday from 8:30pm. Guests can pick a song and sing along, with a mix of throwbacks and crowd-pleasers. Happy hour runs from 8pm to 10pm, with pool and party music through the evening.
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