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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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The Foreign Affair

New
Saturday 2nd May 2026, 3:00 pm
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6:00 pm
Location: Keppels Bar
They came, they saw, they fell in love — and now they’re back! Musical visitors from around the world reunite to play popular songs, share fun collaborations, and jam together in a one-of-a-kind live session. Part of the Opening Weekend for Music in May Festival 2026. 3–6pm at Keppels Bar. 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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Quarter Sessions

New
Thursday 14th May 2026, 7:00 pm
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11:00 pm
Location: Quarterhouse
We’re buzzing to reveal 5 up-and-coming artists/bands selected for a brand new event, The Quarter Sessions, at Folkestone Quarterhouse. This new series is all about supporting emerging artists, giving musicians a platform to share their talent, grow their audience, and keep live music thriving. Creatives need spaces to share their passion, venues need support to stay open — and we Read more…
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Busking Project – Music In May Festival

New
Friday 15th 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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Busking Project – Music In May Festival

New
Friday 22nd 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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LOVE ON THE LEAS 2

Friday 22nd May 2026, 11:00 am
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8:00 pm
Location: The Bandstand
Love on the Leas 2 Love on the Leas 2 is the return of SOS’s much-loved, family-friendly music gathering, celebrating house music through the ages — from timeless classics to modern-day sounds. Set against the stunning backdrop of The Leas, this May Bank Holiday weekender brings together great music, positive energy, and a welcoming community atmosphere. With a carefully curated Read more…
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Big Flava Band

New
Friday 22nd May 2026, 4:00 pm
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6:00 pm
Location: Folkestone Harbour Arm
Music in May Festival wouldn’t be complete without a performance from Big Flava Band. Join them in the heart of Folkestone’s famous Folkestone Harbour Arm at Harbourside Square from 4pm – 6pm on 23.5.26. Sing, dance, listen, and enjoy some of your favourite hits from across the decades! Read more…
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LOVE ON THE LEAS 2

Saturday 23rd May 2026, 11:00 am
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8:00 pm
Location: The Bandstand
Love on the Leas 2 Love on the Leas 2 is the return of SOS’s much-loved, family-friendly music gathering, celebrating house music through the ages — from timeless classics to modern-day sounds. Set against the stunning backdrop of The Leas, this May Bank Holiday weekender brings together great music, positive energy, and a welcoming community atmosphere. With a carefully curated Read more…
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