Folkestone’s unofficial guide to what’s going on.
Venue
Leas Cliff Hall
Clifftop venue overlooking the English Channel, hosting concerts, comedy, theatre, and community events.
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac returns to Leas Cliff Hall for a live tribute show celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac. The performance is noted as being personally endorsed by Mick Fleetwood.
Folkestone Symphony Orchestra’s Summer Prom Concert returns to Leas Cliff Hall for an evening of well-known film and television music, alongside classical favourites. Hosted by Jan Leeming, the concert ends in true ‘Last Night’ style with a sing-along finale, flag-waving and a fun prom atmosphere. The event will raise money for the MND Association.
Stand-up comedian Gary Delaney brings his show Gary On Laughing to Leas Cliff Hall. Extra tickets have been released for this performance.
Ceroc Kent hosts a summer ball at Leas Cliff Hall with social dancing, energetic music and a dress-to-impress atmosphere in the clifftop ballroom.
Comedian Paul Smith brings his HAPPY tour to Folkestone for an evening of stand-up featuring crowd work, sharp observations and stories from everyday life.
A live singalong pop concert at Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone celebrating iconic women in music. An 8-piece girl band performs songs made famous by major female artists including the Spice Girls, Beyoncé, Madonna, Taylor Swift, Adele, Aretha Franklin, Cyndi Lauper, Britney Spears, Rihanna and Diana Ross.
An improvised murder mystery comedy show where the audience helps shape a new Agatha Christie-style whodunnit live on stage. Expect audience suggestions, absurd twists, suspicious characters and a one-off mystery that changes every performance.
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Miss Americana: The Eras Experience (Showgirl Edition) is a live Taylor Swift tribute show at Leas Cliff Hall featuring Xenna as Taylor. Presented by Red Entertainment and Cuffe & Taylor, the show is packed with major hits and fan-favourite songs from across Swift’s eras.
A live tribute concert celebrating the music of Jeff Lynne and Electric Light Orchestra, featuring well-known hits and selected album favourites at Leas Cliff Hall.
A two-day model railway exhibition at Leas Cliff Hall featuring more than 20 model railway layouts, trade stands, societies and displays, a loco doctor, tombola, raffle and model demonstrations. Tickets are £9 for adults aged 16+, £4 for children aged 5–15 and £24 for families.
Comedian Jen Brister brings her new stand-up show, Reactive, to Leas Cliff Hall. Expect a night of sharp, honest comedy from the performer known for Live at the Apollo and Mock The Week.
New York comedian Gianmarco Soresi brings the Misery Loves Tour to Leas Cliff Hall for a one-night stand-up show featuring observant humour, high energy and crowd-work-driven material about modern life, relationships and social absurdities. Age policy: 16+ only; under 18s must be accompanied by an adult over 18.
What’s Love Got To Do With It? — Tina Turner tribute show at Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone.
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A silent disco night for grown-ups at Leas Cliff Hall with wireless glow headphones and a dancefloor soundtrack spanning the 70s, 80s, 90s and 00s. Two music channels feature 70s/80s dance classics and 90s/00s floorfillers, with artists such as ABBA, Madonna, Wham, Queen, Spice Girls, Britney, Faithless and Daft Punk. Expect DJs, lights, lasers and singalongs, with a disco glamour dress code. VIP tickets include earlier entry, balcony seating and a free foam stick.
Don Broco play Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone on their Nightmare Tripping Tour. Support comes from Unpeople and Avralize. Doors open at 6:30pm.
Queenz: Battle of the Divas is a live vocal and choreography show at Leas Cliff Hall where the Queenz go head-to-head performing hits from legendary divas. The show combines powerhouse vocals, costumes, drag performance and audience participation, with the crowd helping decide who takes the crown.
Live tribute show celebrating the music of The Beatles, featuring songs including classics associated with Penny Lane and Strawberry Fields at Leas Cliff Hall.
Kevin Bloody Wilson brings his Fair Dinkum Funny 2026 UK Tour to Leas Cliff Hall for a live comedy show. The night also features Jenny Talia from Australia, with the tour billed as two generations of laughter on one line-up.
Emma Kenny brings Murderous Minds to Leas Cliff Hall for a live true-crime show examining the psychology behind notorious killers through real cases and dramatic storytelling.
Professor Noel Fitzpatrick brings his Medicine & Music tour to Leas Cliff Hall for a live evening combining music and conversation.
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."
A themed drag bingo night at Leas Cliff Hall hosted by Miss Demeanour. Expect bingo, singing, dancing and an 80s-inspired atmosphere. Dress code is neon, glam and full 80s energy. Entry is for ages 18+ only.
Neil Sands and his cast return with the festive show “Christmas Memories” – a magical afternoon of Christmas joy and nostalgia featuring over 60 classic Christmas songs and carols, dazzling costumes and falling snow.
MANIA brings its ABBA tribute show to Leas Cliff Hall, performing well-known 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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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 pantomime returns to Leas Cliff Hall for the festive season, featuring fairy-tale fun for the whole family with comedy, costumes and magic. Cast includes Lawrence Stubbings (co-directing and playing Dandini), Drumelle Brighton as Donna (an Ugly Sister), Michael Cummings as Buttons, West End performer Mike Holloway as the Baron, Lottie Bunting as Cinderella, plus Folkestone locals Bincles as Bella and Georgialg1 as the Good Fairy (Prince Charming to be announced). Early Bird offer: save £10 per ticket when booked and paid before 1st September (excludes Bands C & D; transaction fees may apply). School performances are available at Leas Cliff Hall. Tickets are £14 per student, with one teacher free for every 10 students. Listed school performances are Wednesday 16 December at 10:00 and 13:30, and Thursday 17 December at 10:00.
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.
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.
Lucy Beaumont brings her show “Bad at Quiz Shows, Good with Weirdos” to the stage.
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. The comedian is known from Taskmaster, Would I Lie to You and Wonka.
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.
Al Murray brings his Pub Landlord show All You Need Is Guv to Leas Cliff Hall for a live stand-up comedy performance. Venue presale is open now.
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.
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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.