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Music in May

Multi-Genre, Multi-Venue Festival

Folkestone’s month-long, multi-genre, multi-venue festival is back and bigger than ever with over 170 events in 30 venues and over 150 artists!

Our participating venues have really pulled out all the stops this year, with an incredible selection of gigs, workshops, jam sessions, screenings and much more!

For more information on all the happenings, check out our Music in May page!

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LUCY MAY WALKER – ORIGINALS & CLASSICS LIVE SESSION

New
Friday 13th Mar 2026, 7:00 pm
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9:00 pm
Location: The Blue Moon Club Bar & Kitchen
Lucy May Walker is a captivating singer songwriter known for her powerful vocals, heartfelt lyrics and beautifully crafted acoustic sound. Blending folk pop sensibility with emotional storytelling, her performances move seamlessly between original material and carefully chosen classics. With national radio support and a growing reputation for intimate, engaging live shows, Lucy brings both credibility and connection to the stage. Read more…
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Alex Boughton’s Chat Show

New
Friday 13th Mar 2026, 7:00 pm
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8:00 pm
Location: Kollectiv
Welcome to Alex Boughton’s Chat Show – a brand new series where Alex will regularly feature a variety of fantastic local guests in a light-hearted evening of chat and comedy. Alex is a Folkestone-based comedian with a love of conversation and hosting others to bring out their best. Every month we’re introduced to a new selection of Folkestone’s finest personalities Read more…
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Nicola Palmer & Nina Clark

New
Friday 13th Mar 2026, 8:00 pm
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10:00 pm
Location: The Blind Pig
2 of Folkestone’s best vocalists – @nicola_palmermusic_ and @ninaclarkmusic – performing together here at The Blind Pig on Friday 13th March! Don’t miss 🙂 Read more…
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VINCE LEE & SOPHIE LORD – BLUES LIVE SESSION 🎸

New
Friday 13th Mar 2026, 9:00 pm
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12:00 am
Location: The Blue Moon Club Bar & Kitchen
Friday 13th March Lucy May Walker from 7.00pm Vince Lee & Sophie Lord from 9.00pm Blue Moon Club is proud to present Vince Lee and Sophie Lord while they are on tour. Vince Lee has been playing and singing the blues since the mid-80s, earning a reputation for his virtuoso guitar playing and deep understanding of the blues tradition. His Read more…
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THE BOOGIE UNDERGROUND DJ – Live Session

New
Saturday 14th Mar 2026, 10:00 am
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6:00 pm
Location: The Blue Moon Club Bar & Kitchen
HE BOOGIE UNDERGROUND DJ 🎶 Featuring Sophisticated Sister Saturday 14th March Doors 6.30pm | DJ from 8.00pm The Boogie Underground DJ lands at The Blue Moon Club for a night built on rhythm, soul and serious groove. Expect a carefully selected mix of Northern soul, reggae and jazz, with timeless tracks and deep cuts that keep the dancefloor moving and Read more…
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Discos For Grown Ups

New
Saturday 14th Mar 2026, 3:00 pm
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6:30 pm
Location: Leas Cliff Hall
After our first two amazing sold-out shows, the legendary DISCOS FOR GROWN UPS 70s, 80s, 90s, disco party returns to Folkestone Leas Cliff Hall on Saturday 14th March…and this time it’s a DAY-TIME Disco for Grown-ups! Why go and see it? It’s the same fabulous 70s 80s 90s disco party… but in the DAYTIME! Dance the afternoon away and be Read more…
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Noise rock, alt rock, post and prog rock – MAN BAND & UPCDOWNC – free show! DRACULA PARROT (old Chambers bar)

New
Saturday 14th Mar 2026, 7:00 pm
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9:30 pm
Location: The Dracula Parrot
It’s short notice so please share this! Saturday 14th! FREE entry! Bar open from 4pm til late! freeeee entry!!! GIVE BANDS SOME CASH DIRECTLY! DONATE TO THE PEOPLE INVOLVED! and absolutely please please BUY THE BANDS’ MERCH THEY HAVE LOADS OF COOL T SHIRTS AND PHYSICAL MUSIC!!! Dracula Parrot, Cheriton Place, Folkestone. Where Chambers used to be by Sainsbury’s and Read more…
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Live music with Manband

New
Saturday 14th Mar 2026, 7:30 pm
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12:00 am
Location: The Dracula Parrot
Loud, kinda grungy, 90s alt rock and noise rock 5 piece MAN band. Fronted by one of the longest standing members of the scene, previously in all sorts of legendary noise, math rock, doom and post hardcore bands including Ohmms and Traps. Expect a lot of groovy fuzz riffs, lyrics about masculinity, the fattest bass and catchy drum techniques. They Read more…
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Six Six Six

New
Saturday 14th Mar 2026, 7:30 pm
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11:59 pm
Location: The Beer Shop
It’s The Beer Shop Folkestone’s SIXTH birthday – so we’ve booked SIX incredible vinyl DJ’s to play back to back in any genre of their choosing! 19:30 – Dalawax 20:15 – Mr Moor 21:00 – Steve Woodward 21:45 – Ophie OG 22:30 – Leano 23:15 – Beardy Record Box Read more…
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The Pogue Traders: St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Saturday 14th Mar 2026, 8:00 pm
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11:00 pm
Location: Quarterhouse
Formed back in 2007, The Pogue Traders have become established as the UK’s leading Pogues tribute band. With a comprehensive set of Pogues numbers that are very faithful to the studio arrangements, The Pogue Traders play to sell-out major-venue audiences in London, Glasgow, Birmingham, and Nottingham, and to crowded pubs all over the country, leaving behind thousands of satisfied(and hung-over) Read more…
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88-95 House & Rave Vinyl Special

New
Saturday 14th Mar 2026, 8:00 pm
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Sunday 15th Mar 2026, 2:00 am
Location: The Old Cigar & Olive
South east Kent open deck nights presents a Night of House and Rave Classics. all Vinyl, all old school all banging tunes. extremely excited to have some of the Dads old Vinyl Crew supporting this event along with a couple of regular open deck DJs. Free Entry and on till 2am 🔥🔊 Fantastic Laser and Light show coupled with a Read more…
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The Glow-Up with Strictly 80s

New
Saturday 14th Mar 2026, 8:00 pm
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11:00 pm
Location: The Blind Pig
Very excited about this one, STRICTLY 80s at The Blind Pig! Come and dance to all your faves from back in the day with the legendary Phil D! Free entry!! Read more…
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Rachel Jenkins & Danny Leigh

New
Sunday 15th Mar 2026, 4:00 pm
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6:00 pm
Location: The Blind Pig
Sunday 15th (Mother’s Day) we have @rachelsvox and Danny Leigh, providing an afternoon of laid back easy listening tunes 👌🏻 if you book a table in advance we’ll knock 25% off any main menu food 🍕!! Message us on here or email th*******************@***il.com Read more…
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Michel Faber’s Music Box

New
Sunday 15th Mar 2026, 6:00 pm
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7:30 pm
Location: Kollectiv
World-renowned novelist and music amateur, Michel Faber shares 12 tracks from his record collection – some obscure, some unbelievable, some never to be heard again. Michel starts with an anecdote on the artist or production. It’s a fun evening where the audience is hypnotised by the music and are encouraged to share their thoughts after each track. Read more…
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Uptown Girl – The Billy Joel Collection

New
Sunday 15th Mar 2026, 7:30 pm
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10:00 pm
Location: Leas Cliff Hall
Drawing from six decades of smash hits and more than 160 million records sold worldwide, Uptown Girl – The Billy Joel Collection celebrates the legacy of one of the greatest American musicians of all time. This stunning new stage production features a full-band dedicated to bringing both authenticity and electrifying energy, recreating iconic performances from the archives including Billy’s appearance on The Read more…
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WATER IS THE SUN – 2026 RITUAL FEVER TOUR

New
Tuesday 17th Mar 2026, 7:00 pm
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8:30 pm
Location: Kollectiv
There are moments of silent depth in which the winter of the scalpel of meaning and the spring of the sound-born, unleashed body look upon the world fully present… Water is the Sun is the inevitable union of Mkl Anderson (Drekka), and Adam Parks(Timber Rattle / Lightning White Bison). Together they play an alchemical amalgam of their primary projects, resulting Read more…
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Showtime Choir

Tuesday 17th Mar 2026, 7:30 pm
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9:30 pm
Location: Harvey Grammar
If you want to join an awesome musical theatre choir this new year, LOOK NO FURTHER!!!!! Just turn up on Tuesday at The Harvey Grammar School and say hello! You’ll be very welcome with us. No auditions. No experience needed. Just a desire to enjoy amazing music!!! 7.30-9.30pm each Tuesday during term time – £7 per session Read more…
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The Melody Makers Collective

Thursday 19th Mar 2026, 10:30 am
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12:00 pm
Location: Holy Trinity Church
The Melody Makers Collective is a singing group for ANYBODY! We meet weekly, and have fun singing. ​ Singing is wonderful for so many reasons. Joining a session with us leaves you feeling uplifted and happy. That is our aim. We sing songs from all times and styles, mostly chosen by the singers themselves! ​ No experience is needed, no Read more…
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Nãnci Correia In Concert

New
Thursday 19th Mar 2026, 7:00 pm
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8:30 pm
Location: Kollectiv
Thursday 19th March 7PM (doors 6.30pm) Singer and visionary artist Nãnci Correia (formerly of the Congo Natty Family) joins forces with acclaimed pianist and composer Johnny Tomlinson for an unforgettable live performance. Blending R&B, jazz, soul, blues, fado, and flamenco, the duo will present an emotionally charged performance, featuring a selection of Nãnci’s released and unreleased original works, drawing on Read more…
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MIDWEEK SERVICE: BLUE EDITION – STAND-UP & MUSICAL COMEDY

New
Thursday 19th Mar 2026, 8:00 pm
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10:00 pm
Location: The Blue Moon Club Bar & Kitchen
Midweek Service: Blue Edition makes its debut at the Blue Moon Club and it is arriving loud, filthy and completely uncensored. This is stand up comedy with a musical twist. Expect sharp punchlines, bold crowd work and fearless material from a strong line up of comedians who are not afraid to cross the line. Jo Phaure delivers dark, acerbic stand Read more…
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THE BOOGIE UNDERGROUND DJ – Live Session

New
Saturday 14th Mar 2026, 10:00 am
-
6:00 pm
Location: The Blue Moon Club Bar & Kitchen
HE BOOGIE UNDERGROUND DJ 🎶 Featuring Sophisticated Sister Saturday 14th March Doors 6.30pm | DJ from 8.00pm The Boogie Underground DJ lands at The Blue Moon Club for a night built on rhythm, soul and serious groove. Expect a carefully selected mix of Northern soul, reggae and jazz, with timeless tracks and deep cuts that keep the dancefloor moving and Read more…
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Discos For Grown Ups

New
Saturday 14th Mar 2026, 3:00 pm
-
6:30 pm
Location: Leas Cliff Hall
After our first two amazing sold-out shows, the legendary DISCOS FOR GROWN UPS 70s, 80s, 90s, disco party returns to Folkestone Leas Cliff Hall on Saturday 14th March…and this time it’s a DAY-TIME Disco for Grown-ups! Why go and see it? It’s the same fabulous 70s 80s 90s disco party… but in the DAYTIME! Dance the afternoon away and be Read more…
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Noise rock, alt rock, post and prog rock – MAN BAND & UPCDOWNC – free show! DRACULA PARROT (old Chambers bar)

New
Saturday 14th Mar 2026, 7:00 pm
-
9:30 pm
Location: The Dracula Parrot
It’s short notice so please share this! Saturday 14th! FREE entry! Bar open from 4pm til late! freeeee entry!!! GIVE BANDS SOME CASH DIRECTLY! DONATE TO THE PEOPLE INVOLVED! and absolutely please please BUY THE BANDS’ MERCH THEY HAVE LOADS OF COOL T SHIRTS AND PHYSICAL MUSIC!!! Dracula Parrot, Cheriton Place, Folkestone. Where Chambers used to be by Sainsbury’s and Read more…
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Six Six Six

New
Saturday 14th Mar 2026, 7:30 pm
-
11:59 pm
Location: The Beer Shop
It’s The Beer Shop Folkestone’s SIXTH birthday – so we’ve booked SIX incredible vinyl DJ’s to play back to back in any genre of their choosing! 19:30 – Dalawax 20:15 – Mr Moor 21:00 – Steve Woodward 21:45 – Ophie OG 22:30 – Leano 23:15 – Beardy Record Box Read more…
mankind

Live music with Manband

New
Saturday 14th Mar 2026, 7:30 pm
-
12:00 am
Location: The Dracula Parrot
Loud, kinda grungy, 90s alt rock and noise rock 5 piece MAN band. Fronted by one of the longest standing members of the scene, previously in all sorts of legendary noise, math rock, doom and post hardcore bands including Ohmms and Traps. Expect a lot of groovy fuzz riffs, lyrics about masculinity, the fattest bass and catchy drum techniques. They Read more…
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88-95 House & Rave Vinyl Special

New
Saturday 14th Mar 2026, 8:00 pm
-
Sunday 15th Mar 2026, 2:00 am
Location: The Old Cigar & Olive
South east Kent open deck nights presents a Night of House and Rave Classics. all Vinyl, all old school all banging tunes. extremely excited to have some of the Dads old Vinyl Crew supporting this event along with a couple of regular open deck DJs. Free Entry and on till 2am 🔥🔊 Fantastic Laser and Light show coupled with a Read more…

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