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Venue
Leas Cliff Hall
Clifftop venue overlooking the English Channel, hosting concerts, comedy, theatre, and community events.
A live tribute show at Leas Cliff Hall celebrating the music and legacy of Bob Marley, with classic reggae hits and a feel-good atmosphere.
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Showaddywaddy perform live rock ’n’ roll at Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone on 7 November 2026. Presented by Handshake.
Professor Noel Fitzpatrick brings his Medicine & Music tour to Leas Cliff Hall for an evening of conversation and live rock music. He shares stories from his life as a vet and performs with his band.
A live tribute show celebrating the music of Phil Collins and Genesis, featuring a full band, lead vocals and a cast of musicians performing songs including "You Can't Hurry Love," "Take Me Home," "I Wish It Would Rain Down," "One More Night" and "In the Air Tonight."
An 80s-themed drag bingo night at Leas Cliff Hall hosted by Miss Demeanour, with bingo, camp comedy, live performances and vocals, dancing, prizes and a soundtrack of 80s hits. The lineup includes Dita Garbo, Amy Di Bartolomeo, Miss Demeanour, Rouge Ma Knees, Julia Dayama, Gorge J’Adore and Rye. Guests are encouraged to dress in neon, glam 80s style, with a Best Dressed crown up for grabs. Entry is for ages 18+ only.
Rhythm of the Dance brings a new Christmas production to Leas Cliff Hall, combining Irish dance, live musicians, vocalists and festive songs in a stage show marking more than 25 years of the production.
Comedian Fin Taylor brings his stand-up tour show The Pre-emptive Comeback Special to Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone for a night of sharp, provocative comedy and big laughs. Organised by Vivid Events.
A live concert at Leas Cliff Hall celebrating five decades of guitar-led music as part of The Story of Guitar Heroes 10th Anniversary Tour. The show features songs associated with artists including Hank Marvin, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Brian May, Jimmy Page, Mark Knopfler, David Gilmour, Ritchie Blackmore, Tony Iommi, Van Halen and Slash, performed with a large collection of authentic guitars.
A family-friendly live music show at Leas Cliff Hall featuring songs inspired by popular stage and screen favourites including Frozen, Wicked, Moana, Taylor Swift, The Wizard of Oz, Beauty & the Beast, Aladdin, Anastasia and Pocahontas. The show includes singers, West End performers, aerial acts and dancers, and is suitable for all ages. Two performances are scheduled on the same day.
Neil Sands and his cast return with the festive show “Christmas Memories”, an afternoon of Christmas joy and nostalgia featuring over 60 classic Christmas songs and carols, dazzling costumes and falling snow. Audience members are invited to sing along.
BAFTA-winning actor, comedian, director and writer Richard Ayoade brings an evening of reflections and humour to Leas Cliff Hall, sharing insights from his book Afterthoughts, or Some Pistachios Won't Open: Wisdom for the Unreflective. Age guidance is 16+, at the discretion of a parent or guardian.
MANIA brings its West End ABBA tribute show to Leas Cliff Hall, performing hits including Mamma Mia, Voulez Vous, Dancing Queen, Winner Takes It All and Super Trouper.
Endless Love The Show: A Tribute to Diana Ross and Lionel Richie live at Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone. Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult. Ticket limit applies (max 6 tickets per person/household/credit card; excess tickets may be cancelled).
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Folkestone boxer Josh Kennedy returns to Leas Cliff Hall for his first fight there in 15 years. He began boxing at the venue with Folkestone Boxing Club in 2004. Balcony tickets are £30 and ringside tickets are £40; contact Josh if you would like to attend.
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Festive all-star comedy show at Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone, headlined by Nina Conti and featuring Bridget Christie, Jen Nolan, Red Richardson and Ivo Graham.
A Christmas concert spectacular at Leas Cliff Hall featuring festive classics, live band performances and seasonal stage visuals. The 2026 show is billed as a feel-good night of singalong holiday favourites.
Cinderella returns to Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone for the festive season with fairy-tale fun for the whole family, featuring comedy, costumes and magic. Presented by Second Star Productions and Leas Cliff Hall, the cast includes Mike Holloway as the Baron, Michael Cummings as Buttons, Lottie Bunting as Cinderella, Brandon Baker-Incles as Bella, David Rumelle as Donna, Georgia Graham as the Good Fairy and Lawrence Stubbings as Dandini. School tickets cost £14 per student, with one teacher free for every 10 students. For school bookings, email folkestonebo@atgentertainment.com.
A relaxed performance of Cinderella at Leas Cliff Hall, created to be more accessible and inclusive. The show uses softer sound and lighting effects, keeps the theatre environment more flexible, allows attendees to move around or leave and re-enter if needed, and provides quiet spaces for anyone who needs a break. Suitable for families, schools, friends and support groups. The production features West End star Mike Holoway as the Baron.
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A BSL-interpreted performance of Cinderella at Leas Cliff Hall, featuring Mike Holoway as the Baron. The family-friendly pantomime includes songs, comedy and audience participation. Leas Cliff Hall is working in partnership with EKC Group and Eurotunnel for this performance; tickets are available to book.
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A live theatre concert celebrating classic R&B and soul, featuring lead vocalists including Gamal John backed by a live band. The show focuses on 1980s and 1990s favourites associated with Luther Vandross, Alexander O’Neal, Marvin Gaye, Bobby Brown, George Benson and more, including “Never Too Much,” “Criticize” and “Sexual Healing.”
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A candlelit live tribute to Queen at Leas Cliff Hall, featuring West End vocalists and a live rock band performing hits including Bohemian Rhapsody, It’s a Kind of Magic, We Are The Champions and Who Wants to Live Forever.
A belated Christmas party at Leas Cliff Hall for anyone who missed celebrating over the festive period, particularly retail and hospitality teams who worked through it. Dress up and celebrate with colleagues over a three-course meal, drinks, music and dancing. Tickets are £39 per person. For more information, email Lchfunctions@atgentertainment.com.
T.Rextasy bring their Marc Bolan 50th Anniversary Commemorative Tour to Leas Cliff Hall. The long-running official live tribute band celebrates the glam-rock songs and stage style of Marc Bolan and T.Rex.
Ben Portsmouth brings his Elvis tribute show to Leas Cliff Hall for one night, performing songs associated with Elvis Presley.
Live 8-piece tribute show celebrating songs from iconic 1980s film soundtracks, including music associated with Back to the Future, Ghostbusters, Dirty Dancing, The Breakfast Club, Top Gun and Footloose. The performance is scheduled at Leas Cliff Hall.
A Bruno Mars tribute show at Leas Cliff Hall featuring a lead tribute performer with live band, singers and dancers. The set is billed to include hits such as 24K Magic, Treasure, Locked Out of Heaven, That’s What I Like, Grenade, Marry You, Just the Way You Are, The Lazy Song, Leave the Door Open, I Just Might and Uptown Funk.
The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight brings a dark orchestral take on rock and metal to Leas Cliff Hall, with a rotating collective of musicians and vocalists performing music associated with Metallica, The Cranberries, Linkin Park, AC/DC, Evanescence, The Rolling Stones, System of a Down, Guns N' Roses, Korn, Led Zeppelin, Papa Roach, Aerosmith, Rage Against the Machine, Nirvana, Hozier and more. The show is billed as a 90-minute live spectacle, with two performances on Friday 19 February 2027.
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In this immersive courtroom show, a family member stands accused of murdering a mother found in her kitchen. Hear the prosecution and defence, cast a jury verdict via QR code, then see the real-life outcome revealed on screen. Ages 16+. Contains disturbing content and imagery related to murder.
Comedian Paul Smith brings his HAPPY stand-up tour to Leas Cliff Hall. Presented by Hot Water Comedy Club, the show features crowd work, sharp observations and stories drawn from real life.
Live country music show at Leas Cliff Hall starring Dominic Halpin & The Hurricanes. The production recreates the feel of a downtown Nashville honky tonk and features songs associated with artists including Johnny Cash, Alan Jackson, Dolly Parton, The Chicks, Willie Nelson and Kacey Musgraves.
Comedian Lucy Beaumont brings her live show Bad at Quiz Shows, Good with Weirdos to Leas Cliff Hall. Expect stand-up built around surreal stories, awkward observations and offbeat takes on everyday life.
Stand-up comedian Ross Noble brings his live show Cranium of Curiosities to Leas Cliff Hall, with his trademark improvised tangents and offbeat humour. Starts at 8:00pm on Sunday 28 February. This event is for ages 16+ only. Maximum 6 tickets per person or household.
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Rick Wakeman brings “Rick Wakeman – The Wizard of Prog” to Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone as part of the Ultimate Highlights Concert Tour, featuring The English Rock Ensemble. The set is billed to include music from Journey to the Centre of the Earth, The Myths & Legends of King Arthur & The Knights of the Round Table, other solo material, selections associated with YES, and additional surprises. The touring lineup includes Jesse Smith, Adam Wakeman, Dave Colquhoun, Lee Pomeroy, Adam Falkner, Sara Davey, Jo Goldsmith-Eteson and Jo Marshall.
Phil Wang brings his stand-up show UH OH to Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone. The comedian is known from Taskmaster, Would I Lie to You and Wonka. The performance starts at 19:30.
Elkie Brooks brings her Long Farewell Tour to Leas Cliff Hall for a one-night concert in Folkestone. A live performer whose career began in 1960, she will perform with her band, playing hits including “Pearl’s a Singer,” “Lilac Wine,” “Fool (If You Think It’s Over)” and “Don’t Cry Out Loud,” alongside blues, rock, jazz and songs from her new album. A BookBinder & Joyce production in association with Backline Studios and RLN Music.
G4's vocal harmony quartet—Jonathan Ansell, Mike Christie, Duncan Sandilands and Michael Conway—perform songs from musical theatre productions including Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, South Pacific, We Will Rock You, Oliver!, Jersey Boys, Hamilton, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Greatest Showman, Miss Saigon, The Book of Mormon, The Lion King, My Fair Lady, Wicked and The Rocky Horror Show. The concert begins at 19:30. An optional pre-show meet and greet at 18:00 includes a merchandise item for each guest. Tickets start at £28.08.
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Ben Bowman performs Michael Jackson and Jackson 5 hits in a theatrical tribute with a live band, costumes and dance routines. Venue presale begins on 5 November 2026 at 10:00; general sale begins on 6 November 2026 at 10:00.
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Paul Metcalfe and a live band celebrate six decades of Rod Stewart’s music and ten years of Some Guys Have All the Luck in a concert featuring costumes inspired by his different eras. The show is endorsed by Stewart’s family.
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Britain’s Got Talent 2026 winners The Hawkstone Farmers Choir bring their This Is Home tour show to Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone. The choir features more than 40 farmers and agricultural workers from across the UK, advocates for mental health and will perform songs from its debut album as part of its Spring 2027 UK tour.
Fastlove brings its George Michael tribute show to Leas Cliff Hall. The production celebrates songs from Wham! through George Michael’s solo career, with a live cast performing hits including "Wake Me Up", "Too Funky", "Father Figure", "Freedom", "Faith", "Knew You Were Waiting" and "Careless Whisper".
A live tribute show celebrating Coldplay at Leas Cliff Hall, featuring performances of hits including Viva La Vida, A Sky Full of Stars, Clocks, Yellow, Paradise and Hymn for the Weekend. The show promises concert-style visuals and LED wristbands for the audience.
La Voix brings her 2027 live tour to Leas Cliff Hall for an evening of live vocals, comedy, stories and stage glamour. The show promises music, sharp humour and a drag cabaret performance.
Harry Enfield brings his new live show Harry Enfield and No Chums to Leas Cliff Hall. The show looks back on 40 years in comedy, with stories from his career and the return of some of his best-known characters. Presented by FANE. This event is for ages 18+.
A live tribute show celebrating the music and legacy of Whitney Houston, with vocalists performing her songs alongside a full live band. Suitable for ages 3 and over; under-16s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over.
Wild Women Live brings ‘There’s a Reason They Call it Mother Nature’ to Leas Cliff Hall, featuring Naomi Wilkinson, Anna Dimitriadis, Michaela Strachan and Megan McCubbin. Wildlife presenters, filmmakers, camera operators and storytellers share behind-the-camera stories from Britain and around the world, including encounters with tigers and sharks and filming in extreme environments. The show draws on work for the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5, Sky, Discovery and National Geographic.
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The Dualers bring their Summer Never Ends Tour 2027 to Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone on Saturday 24 April 2027. Support comes from The Skabratts and DJ Lee Edgington. Ticket sales are announced separately, with venue pre-sale from 10:00 on Wednesday 23 September and general sale from 10:00 on Friday 25 September.
Seven Drunken Nights is a live tribute show celebrating the music of The Dubliners, performed by a cast of Irish musicians. The show features songs including "Whiskey in the Jar", "The Irish Rover" and "Rocky Road to Dublin".
Al Murray brings his Pub Landlord show All You Need Is Guv to Leas Cliff Hall for a live stand-up comedy performance.
A stage production at Leas Cliff Hall charting the story of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel, from their early days as Tom and Jerry to their rise, split and 1981 Central Park reunion. The show features West End actor-musicians performing the duo’s music.
Ian Gillan brings his Talkin' Gib'rish Tour to Leas Cliff Hall for a live speaking event. He reflects on his childhood in Hounslow, the rise of Deep Purple, and the experiences, music, and outlook that shaped his career, sharing personal stories from his life in rock.
Comedian Ed Gamble brings his Fresh Hell stand-up show to Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone. This performance is for ages 14+ only. Ticket purchases are limited to 6 per person, household, and credit card, and any excess tickets may be cancelled.
U2 tribute show Beautiful Day comes to Leas Cliff Hall for a live performance featuring songs including "With or Without You", "Where the Streets Have No Name" and "Vertigo". The show promises big visuals, strong musicianship and a stadium-style atmosphere.
A live stage production at Leas Cliff Hall celebrating the music and career of The Carpenters. The show features well-known songs including Close To You, Top of the World, We’ve Only Just Begun, Rainy Days & Mondays and Goodbye to Love.
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Folkestone Symphony will return to Leas Cliff Hall for its Summer Prom, an evening of live orchestral music in Folkestone. The programme is still to be announced, and tickets are already on sale.
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Cloudbusting returns to Leas Cliff Hall for a live Kate Bush tribute concert. The two-hour show features songs including Wuthering Heights, Hounds of Love, Babooshka, This Woman’s Work and Running Up That Hill, performed by Mandy Watson with the live band. The concert also features back-projection visuals designed to match the mood of the music.
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac bring their 50th Anniversary Tour 2027 to Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone. This live tribute concert features doors opening at 18:30 and the performance starting at 19:30. Presale opens on 2026-08-06 at 10:00, with general sale from 2026-08-07 at 10:00.
A live classic rock tribute show at Leas Cliff Hall featuring more than two hours of anthems by artists including Eric Clapton, Led Zeppelin, Queen, Pink Floyd, ELO, Deep Purple, Free, AC/DC, The Eagles and Jimi Hendrix, with a high-energy stage production, lighting and projection effects.
Colin Sutton brings The Makings of a Murderer – Double Jeopardy to Leas Cliff Hall on Friday 10 September 2027. This live true crime stage show has been newly announced. Venue presale opens at 10:00 on Thursday 10 September 2026, with general sale from 10:00 on Friday 11 September 2026.
A live true-crime stage show with investigative journalist Donal MacIntyre, examining real murder cases in which offenders nearly escaped justice before a key mistake exposed them. The show looks at how suspects avoided suspicion, what evidence finally broke the case, and the investigations that brought them to justice.
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Showdown Music Ltd presents a live tribute to Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra at Leas Cliff Hall, celebrating the band’s rock sound and classical influences.
Comedian Tom Davis brings his stand-up show Spudgun to Leas Cliff Hall. Davis is known for co-hosting the Wolf and Owl podcast with Romesh Ranganathan and for Murder in Successville.
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Chris McCausland brings his new stand-up show, Waffle, to Leas Cliff Hall. Venue presale opens at 10:00 on Thursday 5 November 2026, followed by general sale at 10:00 on Friday 6 November 2026. The show start time has not been announced.