Folkestone’s unofficial guide to what’s going on.
Venue
The Silver Screen Cinema, 1-2 Guildhall Street, Folkestone
Independent cinema located inside Folkestone Town Hall
The Silver Screen Cinema, 1-2 Guildhall Street, Folkestone
The 2026 Folkestone Documentary Festival takes place from 22–25 October 2026 at Folkestone Cinema, Quarterhouse, and other venues. The four-day programme features 24 films from 10 countries, including 8 premieres, showcasing full-length, mid-length and short documentaries plus artist films across the festival.
The Silver Screen Cinema, 1-2 Guildhall Street, Folkestone
Opening night of Folkestone Documentary Festival with a screening of The Cycle of Love at The Silver Screen Cinema. Tickets include entry to the Opening Night Party from 18:30 before the film, followed by a live Q&A with Academy Award-winning filmmaker Orlando von Einsiedel.
The Silver Screen Cinema, 1-2 Guildhall Street, Folkestone
An in-person networking evening for filmmakers and creatives, held in collaboration with Folkestone Film Festival. Expect a relaxed chance to meet directors, writers and other film enthusiasts, share ideas and make new creative connections.