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Elevator Duo

New
Friday 27th Mar 2026, 8:00 pm
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10:00 pm
Location: The Blind Pig
Next Friday we have @elevatorduo back at The Blind Pig! Expect rock, pop, indie, soul and more! Free entry, music starts at 8pm. And don’t forget our Tapas night runs from 4pm-8:30pm too 🙂 Read more…
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Open Deck Sundays

New
Sunday 29th Mar 2026, 3:00 pm
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7:00 pm
Location: The Blind Pig
Last Sunday of the month is Open Deck Sunday at The Blind Pig, bring some records and have a spin! 🔄 Read more…
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The Hysterics

New
Saturday 4th Apr 2026, 2:00 pm
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4:00 pm
Location: Folkestone Harbour Arm
Multi-genre band with a unique rock twist The Hysterics are a dynamic and electrifying function band hailing from Kent. Known for their high-energy performances, they blend elements of rock and indie with a touch of disco and funk to create a sound that is uniquely their own. The Hysterics have quickly made a name for themselves on the music scene Read more…
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Pretty Crap

New
Friday 10th Apr 2026, 4:00 pm
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6:00 pm
Location: Folkestone Harbour | Harbourside Square
Pretty Crap are a local, all female band who perform a mixture of popular rock and indie hits from the 70s to the 20s. Read more…
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The Joe Bulley Band presents: ROCKAOKE

Friday 17th Apr 2026, 6:00 pm
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Saturday 18th Apr 2026, 12:00 am
Location: Speedway Music Venue
ROCKAOKE comes to Speedway Music Venue, Folkestone 🎤🔥 This is karaoke with a twist – no backing tracks, but a full live band with you on lead vocals. Backed by the Joe Bulley Band, you’ll get the chance to step on stage at one of Kent’s best independent venues and belt out your favourite anthems like a true rock legend. Read more…
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Record Store Day

Friday 17th Apr 2026, 8:00 am
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5:00 pm
Location: Vintage & Vinyl
Limited vinyl record releases. First come, first served. Join the queue of vinyl hunters from silly o’clock in the morning of Saturday 18th April (there may even be sleepers in the doorway from midnight). Over 500 different titles are on the list this year! Read more…
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The Smyths

Friday 17th Apr 2026, 7:30 pm
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11:00 pm
Location: Quarterhouse
For more than twenty years, The Smyths have brought the music of The Smiths back to life in the live arena across more than 900 shows in the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand as well as countless festivals including Glastonbury, The Isle of Wight and Bestival. Acclaimed by Johnny Marr, Mike Joyce and the late Andy Rourke and also Read more…
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Grand Opening Party – Music in May Festival 2026

New
Thursday 30th Apr 2026, 4:00 pm
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9:00 pm
Location: Folkestone Harbour Arm
Kick off the festival in style with a fantastic selection of live music, giveaways, competitions, and exclusive screenings of previous music video competition winners. Enjoy Q&As, screenings, live performances, and much more. Win prizes and discover all the wonderful events happening across Folkestone throughout the month! FREE ENTRY // 4pm – 9pm Read more…
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Busking Project – Music In May Festival

New
Friday 1st May 2026, 10:00 am
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4:00 pm
Location: FOLCA
Enjoy performances from a curated selection of talented artists taking part in the Music in May Festival Busking Project. Follow the designated busking spots across town and experience a musical walkabout. Check the gig guide for full line-up announcements. EVERY SATURDAY IN MAY | 10AM – 4PM Read more…
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Newton Faulkner + Support

New
Friday 1st May 2026, 7:00 pm
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11:00 pm
Location: Quarterhouse
Announcing our headliner event for Music in May Festival 2026. The incredible Newton Faulkner is coming to Folkestone and we cannnot wait! This partnership between Blue Reef Festival and Folkestone Music Town enables us to bring household names to the World’s First Music Town! With support from Blue Reef favourite Harry Pane and Folkestone rising stars Kieren Mensah and Orlagh Read more…
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Busking Project – Music In May Festival

New
Friday 8th May 2026, 10:00 am
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4:00 pm
Location: FOLCA
Enjoy performances from a curated selection of talented artists taking part in the Music in May Festival Busking Project. Follow the designated busking spots across town and experience a musical walkabout. Check the gig guide for full line-up announcements. EVERY SATURDAY IN MAY | 10AM – 4PM Read more…
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Rising Stars 16-25’s Showcase

New
Friday 8th May 2026, 7:00 pm
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11:00 pm
Location: F51 Skatepark
Come and discover new talent while supporting live music, featuring a selection of up-and-coming artists aged 16–25. From soloists and duos to trios and full bands, there’s something for everyone. Find your new favourite act and show them some love. 7pm – 11pm at F51 — the world’s first multi-storey skatepark, located in the world’s first Music Town. Free entry. Read more…
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