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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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POSTPONED : The Liquorice Experiment + Keller-Tones + The Shindigs

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22 November 2025, 7:30 pm
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11:00 pm
Location: 20th Century Speedway
Postponed due to illness in the band! However, watch this space as they’ll be back soon enough! We’re heading straight back to the golden age of psychedelia next Saturday — join The Liquorice Experiment, Keller-Tones, and The Shindigs for an unforgettable night at 20th Century Speedway. Headlining the evening is The Liquorice Experiment — a UK based outfit who channel Read more…
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Ne Bob Herd & The DLaB at The Blind Pig

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22 November 2025, 8:00 pm
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10:00 pm
Location: The Blind Pig
NB & the chaps giving a bit of twang’n’ trem on their rockin’ ‘riginals and classics Read more…
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Nemo Presents Live Music @ The Music Workshop Sunday 23rd Nov 2.30pm

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23 November 2025, 2:30 pm
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6:00 pm
Location: The Music Workshop
Nemo events are serving up another live music event with three fabulous female vocalists sharing their awesome sound. Ruby – an up and coming singer of incredible talent. Ruby’s performances always leave her audiences wanting more. Tyro – a dynamic musical duo bringing fresh energy to every performance. Featuring a talented keyboard player and captivating vocalist, delivering a rich blend Read more…
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Si (TVC) DJ

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23 November 2025, 3:00 pm
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7:00 pm
Location: The Blind Pig
Sunday 23rd November – Chilled Vinyl only vibes with Si from TVC, bringing his mixed bag of records from Whitstable to play for you in our cosy little bar 🙂 the perfect accompaniment to a few drinks and some food whilst warming up by the fire 🔥 Read more…
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Atheena + Secrets Of The Alcove

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23 November 2025, 7:30 pm
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11:00 pm
Location: 20th Century Speedway
Atheena + Secrets of the Alcove. Two bands. One great night of local indie rock. All for £6. Lovely. Sunday 24th Nov | 20th Century Speedway | Doors 7.30 Read more…
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Nemo Presents Live Music @ The Music Workshop Sunday 23rd Nov 2.30pm

New
23 November 2025, 2:30 pm
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6:00 pm
Location: The Music Workshop
Nemo events are serving up another live music event with three fabulous female vocalists sharing their awesome sound. Ruby – an up and coming singer of incredible talent. Ruby’s performances always leave her audiences wanting more. Tyro – a dynamic musical duo bringing fresh energy to every performance. Featuring a talented keyboard player and captivating vocalist, delivering a rich blend Read more…
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Si (TVC) DJ

New
23 November 2025, 3:00 pm
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7:00 pm
Location: The Blind Pig
Sunday 23rd November – Chilled Vinyl only vibes with Si from TVC, bringing his mixed bag of records from Whitstable to play for you in our cosy little bar 🙂 the perfect accompaniment to a few drinks and some food whilst warming up by the fire 🔥 Read more…
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Atheena + Secrets Of The Alcove

New
23 November 2025, 7:30 pm
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11:00 pm
Location: 20th Century Speedway
Atheena + Secrets of the Alcove. Two bands. One great night of local indie rock. All for £6. Lovely. Sunday 24th Nov | 20th Century Speedway | Doors 7.30 Read more…
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Swing Into Christmas

24 November 2025, 7:30 pm
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10:00 pm
Location: Leas Cliff Hall
Audiences of all ages will be captivated by stunning performances of iconic songs including The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting), I’ve Got You Under My Skin, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, The Most Wonderful Time of the Year and New York, New York, alongside many fantastic new song selections for the 2025 show – all performed in authentic big-band-with-strings style. Read more…
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Mrs H & the Sing-along Band

25 November 2025, 11:00 am
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12:00 pm
Location: Quarterhouse
Led by the charming and passionate Mrs H, the Sing-along Band bring their unique family music to Folkestone with a line-up of musicians including members of Red Snapper, Beth Orton and The Leisure Society. Their aim is to provide quality music for children that adults will love too. Bringing together elements of Folk, Soul, Afro, Latin, Dub, comedy and theatre Read more…
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Showtime Choir

25 November 2025, 7:30 pm
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9:30 pm
Location: Harvey Grammar
The ultimate choir for musical theatre enthusiasts! If you’re passionate about the magic of musicals, you’re in the right place. We bring to life the unforgettable melodies and harmonies from the West End, Broadway, Disney classics, musical films, and beloved animated movies. From iconic show tunes to contemporary hits, our repertoire is designed to thrill both performers and audiences alike! Read more…

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In 2019 Folkestone became The World’s First Music Town after a large community collaboration which spread over a period of years and was headed by Found in Music.

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