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Compass Festival returns for its third year on Friday 27 and Saturday 28 November 2026 in Folkestone’s Creative Quarter. This two-day grassroots festival showcases around 40 independent original acts, with a focus on artists from Folkestone, Kent and the wider South Coast. The gender-balanced lineup spans alternative, indie, post-punk, folk, songwriter-led and electronic live music. First announced artists include Notv, Regal Cheer, Miler and Sugarburn. The festival takes place across venues including The Blind Pig, Blackmarket, F51, Quarterhouse, The Music Workshop and Speedway. Early bird tickets are available until 31 August, with day passes from £10 and two-day passes from £22.50. Concession discounts are available for students, under-25s and low-waged attendees, with support ticket options also available.