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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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Sexy Chocolate Promotions presents…Our Autumn – Day into Night Party

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Saturday 10th Oct 2026, 4:00 pm
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Sunday 11th Oct 2026, 12:00 am
Location: The Dugout
🚨🚨🚨 Sexy Chocolate Autumn, Day into Night Party Line-up 🚨🚨🚨 Saturday 10th October 2026, 5pm until 1am at The Dugout, Folkestone, Kent, UK Room 1 – Tech, Jackin’ & Club Classics Stretch Silvester Desbo Charlie C Lee Davey-Brown Totally Tone (Birthday Boy) Sookers on Percussion Room 2 – Soulful, Deep, Nu-Disco and Classic House Rob Parish Umberto Giannini Jim Labisko Read more…
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FOLKESOUND – The Autumn Ball

Saturday 10th Oct 2026, 4:00 pm
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Sunday 11th Oct 2026, 12:00 am
Location: The Grand Burstin Hotel
CANCELLED FOLKESOUND: THE AUTUMN BALL Tickets are now live for our next Folkesound night at the Grand Burstin Ballroom, Folkestone on Saturday 10th October. Four acts. One ballroom. £8 advance. We have been amazed by the number of acts who applied to be part of this one. Thank you to everyone who got in touch, and we’ve kept everyone on Read more…
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Sunday DJ Sessions – collins303

New
Saturday 10th Oct 2026, 2:00 pm
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6:00 pm
Location: The Blind Pig
Sunday 11th Oct collins303 will be providing the sounds for the afternoon, expect a mixture of Reggae, Funk, Soul, Trip-Hop & Chilled Electronica! Very nice 👍🏻 Read more…
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mixed emotions

Saturday 10th Oct 2026, 2:00 pm
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5:00 pm
Location: Dover Road Social Club
🎶 Mixed Emotions are back in Folkestone! 🎶 Catch the electrifying duo Mixed Emotions live at Dover Road Social Club on Sunday 11th October 2026 at 3pm. Known for their dynamic stage presence and genre-blending sound, they’ll bring a fresh energy to your Sunday afternoon. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just curious, this is your chance to experience one Read more…
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Sax.Niki

New
Saturday 10th Oct 2026, 3:00 pm
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5:30 pm
Location: Tikis Bar & Kiosk
Niki is an outstanding saxophone player who will be playing Sunday 11 October 4-6.30 expect upbeat tunes that will get you feet moving. Only At tiki’s bar and kiosk Read more…
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Alex McNeice Live @ The Pullman

New
Saturday 10th Oct 2026, 3:00 pm
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5:00 pm
Location: The Pullman
Join Alex at The Pullman on Sunday 11th October 4-6pm for Live Music, vibes, beverages and a bit of food if you fancy it! Read more…
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Sam brothers

Saturday 10th Oct 2026, 4:30 pm
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6:30 pm
Location: The Board Room
Sam brothers is an independent folk and blues singer and songwriter who plays acoustic guitar, harmonica and also a stomp box. Enjoy the live music whilst looking over the channel with a cocktail in hand and tuck into a sharing platter or some small plates with pals, or if your not feeling hungry why not enjoy some darts or shuffleboard. Read more…
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Don Broco

Saturday 10th Oct 2026, 5:30 pm
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7:30 pm
Location: Leas Cliff Hall
Don Broco are a band that constantly defy categorization. Since forming in 2008, the English act, vocalist Rob Damiani, guitarist Simon Delaney, bassist Tom Doyle and drummer/vocalist Matt Donnelly, have been creating innovative music that effortlessly merges elements of metal, post-hardcore, and electronica, into a unique amalgam of music all their own. “I love being surprised and I love music Read more…
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Folkestone Singing Club

Tuesday 13th Oct 2026, 9:00 am
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Monday 12th Oct 2026, 10:30 am
Location: The Music Workshop
Love singing, but don’t want the commitment of joining a choir? Folkestone Singing Club is a relaxed weekly singing session where you can simply turn up, sing, and enjoy making music together. There are no performances to prepare for, no auditions, no expectation to practise at home, and no need to attend every week – just come whenever you can. Read more…
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Open jam

Tuesday 13th Oct 2026, 5:00 pm
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Sunday 11th Oct 2026, 11:00 pm
Location: The Old Cigar & Olive
Every Tuesday, the vibe comes alive at The Old Cigar & Olive with Open Jam Night. Whether you’re a seasoned musician or just finding your sound, this is your stage. Bring your instrument, your voice, or just your love for live music and be part of an electric, welcoming atmosphere. From soulful solos to full-on collaborations, anything can happen. Enjoy Read more…
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Leo Sayer – Can’t Stop Loving You

Monday 12th Oct 2026, 6:30 pm
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9:00 pm
Location: Leas Cliff Hall
After almost 60 years of life on the road, music legend Leo Sayer returns to the UK for what could well be his final full UK tour. I love performing for my fans and look forward to doing so for many more years, but this will be the last time I play so many dates across the country. I am Read more…
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The Melody Makers Collective

Wednesday 14th Oct 2026, 9:30 am
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11:00 am
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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Open jam

Thursday 15th Oct 2026, 5:00 pm
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Tuesday 13th Oct 2026, 11:00 pm
Location: The Old Cigar & Olive
Every Thursday, The Old Cigar & Olive turns up the volume with Open Jam Night. Step into a laid-back, music-filled atmosphere where creativity flows and everyone’s welcome. Whether you play, sing, or simply love live music, this is your chance to be part of something special. Bring your instrument, meet fellow musicians, and jump into spontaneous sessions that light up Read more…
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The Darkloves at Speedway

New
Wednesday 14th Oct 2026, 6:30 pm
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8:00 pm
Location: Speedway Music Venue
A listening party to hear The Darkloves premiere their country-noir stylings, expect twanging tales of murder with western soundtrack overtones. Read more…
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The Magic of Motown

Wednesday 14th Oct 2026, 6:30 pm
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8:50 pm
Location: Leas Cliff Hall
Come celebrate as we Reach Out and show you there ain’t no mountain high enough with the biggest Motown party of the year. Get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breath-taking live concert spectacular. You will be going Loco down in Acapulco as we take you back down memory lane with Read more…
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The Red Cow – Blues Rock Jam

Thursday 15th Oct 2026, 6:00 pm
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11:00 pm
Location: The Red Cow
The Red Cow’s Blues Rock Jam! 🎶 Join us for a great night of music, come and join in or have a listen. 😎🎶 Fully equipped Jam with keys, guitars, amps, pedals, mics, PA and more. 🚀 Enjoy a laid back, friendly atmosphere with amazing people and talented musicians. 📍 The Red Cow – Folkestone – 138, Foord Road. 🗓️ Read more…
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Joe & Izzy

New
Thursday 15th Oct 2026, 7:00 pm
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9:00 pm
Location: The Blind Pig
If you were lucky enough to be at the @tontinefolkfestival here last month you’ll remember these two – @joemulroemusic and @izzywoodlandofficial – we’ve invited them back for an evening of beautiful folk music so you can catch them again, here, for free! Don’t miss out! Read more…
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Esoteric

New
Friday 16th Oct 2026, 4:00 pm
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10:00 pm
Location: The Blind Pig
Saturday 17th our house and underground night The Build-Up gets taken over for a special extended session from ESOTERIC aka Danny Oliver, Thom Norton and Jamie Bennett Expect tripped-out acid, cosmic grooves, Balearic touches and underground house. Read more…
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The Magic of the Beatles

Friday 16th Oct 2026, 6:30 pm
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8:40 pm
Location: Leas Cliff Hall
The sensational The Magic of the Beatles features an incredible cast that not only look and sound like John, Paul, George, and Ringo, they also generate that same, famed incredible excitement that was the trademark of the greatest group the world has ever seen – with the Fab Four’s unique sense of humour thrown in for good measure too. Enjoy Read more…
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The 1927 at Farl

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Saturday 17th Oct 2026, 1:00 pm
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3:00 pm
Location: Farl
The 1927 are a Folkestone based group made up of 3 experienced musicians: Colin Chambers (guitar and vocals), Charlie Burton (double bass and vocals) and Craig Gell (melodica, guitar and vocals). As the name suggests, they play songs from the early twentieth century, with a focus on the American jazz age of the roaring 20’s. Their shows are light hearted Read more…
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Folkestone Singing Club

Tuesday 13th Oct 2026, 9:00 am
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Monday 12th Oct 2026, 10:30 am
Location: The Music Workshop
Love singing, but don’t want the commitment of joining a choir? Folkestone Singing Club is a relaxed weekly singing session where you can simply turn up, sing, and enjoy making music together. There are no performances to prepare for, no auditions, no expectation to practise at home, and no need to attend every week – just come whenever you can. Read more…
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Open jam

Tuesday 13th Oct 2026, 5:00 pm
-
Sunday 11th Oct 2026, 11:00 pm
Location: The Old Cigar & Olive
Every Tuesday, the vibe comes alive at The Old Cigar & Olive with Open Jam Night. Whether you’re a seasoned musician or just finding your sound, this is your stage. Bring your instrument, your voice, or just your love for live music and be part of an electric, welcoming atmosphere. From soulful solos to full-on collaborations, anything can happen. Enjoy Read more…
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Leo Sayer – Can’t Stop Loving You

Monday 12th Oct 2026, 6:30 pm
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9:00 pm
Location: Leas Cliff Hall
After almost 60 years of life on the road, music legend Leo Sayer returns to the UK for what could well be his final full UK tour. I love performing for my fans and look forward to doing so for many more years, but this will be the last time I play so many dates across the country. I am Read more…
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The Melody Makers Collective

Wednesday 14th Oct 2026, 9:30 am
-
11:00 am
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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Open jam

Thursday 15th Oct 2026, 5:00 pm
-
Tuesday 13th Oct 2026, 11:00 pm
Location: The Old Cigar & Olive
Every Thursday, The Old Cigar & Olive turns up the volume with Open Jam Night. Step into a laid-back, music-filled atmosphere where creativity flows and everyone’s welcome. Whether you play, sing, or simply love live music, this is your chance to be part of something special. Bring your instrument, meet fellow musicians, and jump into spontaneous sessions that light up Read more…
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The Magic of Motown

Wednesday 14th Oct 2026, 6:30 pm
-
8:50 pm
Location: Leas Cliff Hall
Come celebrate as we Reach Out and show you there ain’t no mountain high enough with the biggest Motown party of the year. Get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breath-taking live concert spectacular. You will be going Loco down in Acapulco as we take you back down memory lane with Read more…

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