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An Evening with Roxanne Hicks @ The Music Workshop
2025-05-22 19:00 - 23:00 (Europe/London) | The Music Workshop, 1b Town Walk, Folkestone, CT20 2AD
Singer Roxanne Hicks will be performing some of her favourite songs with a range of musicians and singers.
Special appearances include members of Pretty Crap, HotRox and Grooveshack, plus Charisma Hicks will be making her Folkestone debut.

Mark Simpson (clarinet)
2025-05-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Kollectiv, 69 Old High Street, CT20 1RN
Concert
Artists
Mark Simpson (clarinet)
Programme
Mark Simpson – Darkness Moves
Luciano Berio – Sequenza IX
Kaija Saariaho – Duft
John Cage – Clarinet Sonata
Steve Reich – New York Counterpoint

Sing Folk
2025-05-20 18:30 - 22:30 | The Music Workshop, 1b Town Walk, Folkestone, CT20 2AD
Join us for a joyful evening of folk and shanty singing led by local performer Anna Braithwaite. Whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned pro, you are invited to lead a song, sing along or simply listen at this informal, acoustic session. Come and share your favourite traditional song from anywhere in the world or bring an original folk song. We look forward to meeting you at the first session of what we hope will become a regular community event.
Timings: Doors open at 6.30pm for a 7pm start. Music finishes at around 9pm with a break halfway. 11pm close.
Free entry with cash donations welcomed.
If you have any questions about access or anything else please contact: thesingfolk@gmail.com
Come join the throng!

Grand Arts CIC Music in May
2025-05-20 13:00 - 17:00 | The Grand
Dylan Latham Violin
Mihali Gyorfi Piano
Fauré Berceuse op.16
Beethoven Sonata no 9 op.47 (Kreuzer)
Two brilliant post graduate musicians from RNCM at the outset of their professional careers
Free admission with collection
Lunch time concert in Dining Room of The Grand Entrance via the north door marked by Green Room flag
Tea and coffee available from 12.00
Please reserve your place by e mail
grandartscic@gmail.com

Tots & Tunes
2025-05-20 09:30 - 22:30 | The Music Workshop, 1b Town Walk, Folkestone, CT20 2AD
Every Tuesday morning, join us for a group music session, perfect for pre-school-aged children (0-4 years) and their parents. From 9.30 to 10.15am, your child can discover the joys of music in a welcoming environment, with plenty of opportunities for singing, playing instruments, and exploring sound.

Led by a qualified musician and educator, each session encourages self-expression and musical creativity. After the structured class, families are invited to stay and let the little ones enjoy free play time on the instruments, while parents can relax with a tea or coffee available to purchase.
Details:

Day & Time: Every Tuesday, 9.30-10.15am (stay for free play afterward)
Age: 0-4 years (accompanied by an adult)
Price: £7 per family (maximum of 2 adults; seating on the rug may be limited to 1 adult, with chairs available nearby)

Upcoming dates
Choose an optionTuesday 29th AprilNo session 6th MayTuesday 13th MayTuesday 20th MayTuesday 27th May

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Folkestone A Cappella
2025-05-19 19:00 - 21:00 | The Music Workshop, 1b Town Walk, Folkestone, CT20 2AD
Folkestone A Cappella is a welcoming and friendly vocal group focused on creating beautiful harmonies together. We meet every Monday from 7-9pm at The Music Workshop, Folkestone.
Interested in Joining?
If you’re passionate about singing and would like to be part of the group, please get in touch to find out more about how to join us.

Leas Lift Heritage Walk
2025-05-19 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-05-13 14:00 - 15:30 | Leas Lift, FOLKESTONE, Kent, CT20 2DR, United Kingdom
Take a leisurely stroll along the beautiful Leas promenade and discover the stories behind one of Folkestone’s most iconic landmarks

This flat, all-abilities walk begins at the Upper Station of the historic Leas Lift and follows the clifftop path along The Leas, offering panoramic sea views and an introduction to the area’s rich history. From the origins of the Victorian resort to the development of the Leas Lift itself, our guide will share fascinating insights into the heritage that shaped this part of the town.
Perfect for all ages and fitness levels, the route is fully accessible and offers a relaxed pace with plenty of time to soak up the scenery.
What to expect:

A gentle, level walk suitable for all abilities
Fascinating stories about the Leas Lift and the surrounding area
Breathtaking views of the coastline
A friendly, inclusive atmosphere—families and dogs welcome

Please arrive five minutes before the start time so we can begin promptly.
Rediscover the heritage on your doorstep and enjoy a peaceful afternoon walk through Folkestone’s past.

Starting Point: Leas Lift (Upper Station)
Duration: 90 minutes
Free Event

Sacconi Quartet
2025-05-18 16:00 - 18:00 | The Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe, Church Street,, Folkestone, CT20 1SW
CONCERT£25 – INCLUDES A GLASS OF WINE/SOFT DRINK (£10 UNDER 35S, FREE UNDER 25S, ROVER TICKET £90)
Suk – Meditation
Smetana – String Quartet No. 1 ‘From My Life’
Beethoven – String Quartet in A minor, Op. 132
*PLEASE NOTE EARLIER STARTING TIME
Friday 16th 7pm, Saturday 17th 7pm and Sunday 18th 4pm concerts are £25/ £10 for under 35s and free for Under 25s
Friday 16th 9.30pm and Sunday 18th 11am concerts are £16/ £10 for Under 35s and free for Under 25s
Rover Tickets give access to all 5 concerts and are £90
Young Strings Orchestra Concert is Free!
Festival Manager
Rhian Hancox is the Sacconi Festival manager – festival@sacconi.com

Dita's Big Drag Brunch with Punk & Plume
2025-05-18 11:00 - 13:30 | Space Bar and Kitchen, Folkestone, CT20 1RJ
Punk & Plume and Space Bar present the next “Dita’s Big Drag Brunch” of 2025 – hosted by Dita Garbo. Booking early is recommended.
Please note the slightly earlier timing than usual.
Join us for musical bingo, games, performances & more! Ticket includes prosecco on arrival, your choice of pizza & a pudding and 90 minutes of bottomless drinks (prosecco, mimosas, margaritas and maybe some we haven’t thought of yet!)
Alcohol free tickets available. Tickets available from Ticket Source @ www.ticketsource
Under 25? Please bring valid ID with you.
£40pp (£35 pp for alcohol-free), 11 – 1.30pm

Event Details
Doors Open at 11:00AM
Starts at 11:00AM

Cara Berridge (cello) & Kate Kennedy (author)
2025-05-18 11:00 - 12:30 | The Green Room, The Grand,, Folkestone, Select a State:, CT20 2XL, United Kingdom
Cara Berridge performs Bach and a specially commissioned work by Cheryl Frances-Hoad interspersed with cello tales from musician-author Kate Kennedy‘s new book ‘A Journey Through Silence to Sound’. Followed by Tea & Coffee.
*PLEASE NOTE EARLIER STARTING TIME AND CHANGE OF VENUE TO PREVIOUS YEARS
CONCERT£16 (£10 UNDER 35S, FREE UNDER 25S, ROVER TICKET £90)
Tickets
The 2025 Box Office is now OPEN!
Friday 16th 7pm, Saturday 17th 7pm and Sunday 18th 4pm concerts are £25/ £10 for under 35s and free for Under 25s
Friday 16th 9.30pm and Sunday 18th 11am concerts are £16/ £10 for Under 35s and free for Under 25s
Rover Tickets give access to all 5 concerts and are £90Young Strings Orchestra Concert is Free!
Festival Manager
Rhian Hancox is the Sacconi Festival manager – festival@sacconi.com

101 Comedy Club - Over 18's only!
2025-05-17 20:00 - 23:00 | The Grand Burstin Hotel, Folkestone, CT20 1TX
Featuring 3 Hilarious Comedians & a fabulously short MC

101 comedy Club is one of the most successful comedy compilations shows at the worlds largest Arts festival the Edinburgh Fringe and is an audience favourite.
Now also running around the UK
**** Picture BBC’s Live At The Apolo – Deadline News ****
**** Fast, Funny – ThreeWeeks ****
**** Kill for a seat, don’t get caught – UK Comedy ****

Super Saver Tickets from Ticket Source at www.ticketsource
£12.99 + £1.09 booking fee

Regular Sale Price
£15.99 + £1.34 booking fee

Standard Price On The Door
£21.99

The Orb Live
2025-05-17 20:00 - 22:00 | The Quarterhouse, CT20 1BN
We are delighted to be bringing The Orb back to Quarterhouse!
Thirty-five years since Alex Paterson lit the multi-coloured touchpaper on The Orb’s interstellar space odyssey, he continues to swerve, becoming his own tribute act by never standing still and preparing a cluster of fresh new projects.
2023 saw the release of Prism, the eighteenth Orb studio album and being hailed as their most towering set for years, followed by extensive tours of the UK, Europe and the USA. Towards the end of 2023, The Orb reunited with Pink Floyd’s David Gilmour to follow 2010’s Metallic Spheres with Metallic Spheres In Colour (sleeve again by Ghahary). What’s more, 2024 will be graced by an up-to-date Best of The Orb set.
Somehow, the new Prism manages to top the lot as The Orb’s most stratospherically engaging set since the nineties, reconnecting with acid house grooves while casting the ambient telescope to distant planets and dystopian future-scapes as a modern times masterpiece that can only further chime with new generations discovering these remarkable sounds for the first time.
Throughout everything (including the pandemic), Alex has continued wooing his first love of DJing, both on WNBC, London from the West Norwood Book and Record Bar and in discos around the globe. One of music’s true originals, not averse to celebrating past triumphs but still always watching the skies and looking to the future.

Age Restrictions
18+
Tickets
£29.70
Book this event online or email the box office at boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
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Go Your Own Way is a brand new spellbinding show featuring the music from the legendary multiple Grammy Award Winning Fleetwood Mac.
2025-05-17 19:30 - 22:00 | Leas Cliff Hall
Their rock ‘n’ roll legacy is beautifully performed by a highly talented and acclaimed ensemble of musicians who will take audiences on a powerful journey through their incredible song book. With hits including Dreams, Don’t Stop, Everywhere, Rhiannon, Gold Dust Woman, Little Lies, Big Love and many more.

Paying tribute to their Rumours line up of Stevie, Mick, John, Christine & Lindsey, which remains their most commercially successful to date, this show perfectly recreates the live energy and passion of Fleetwood Mac.

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For group bookings of 10 or more:
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LOWTIDE 01 @ The Music Workshop
2025-05-17 18:30 - 23:00 | The Music Workshop, 1b Town Walk, Folkestone, CT20 2AD
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We are bringing live music back to Folkestone babyyyy— Expect BEAUTIFUL noise and indeed the unexpected, all under one roof.
On the bill: Manband, closing the night are chaotic noise rockers from Margate – not one to miss; Rhino Tranq, Folkestone’s own alt-rock juggernauts; Oscar, serving up a mix of Midwest emo with a folk-punk twist in their Folkestone debut; and Tom Alldritt, opening the night with a soulful indie acoustic set.
It’s a night where anything can happen, and probably will.
Expect a bit of everything: heavy, soft, loud, quiet, and everything in between. Get in early, stay late, and let’s dance people.
Doors: 6:30pm
Tickets: £5 / £7 OTD

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Folkestone Art Society Masterclass
2025-05-17 13:00 - 16:00 | Folkestone Baptist Church, 135 Hill Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 6LY, United Kingdom
https://folkestoneartsociety.org.uk/masterclasses/
Masterclasses are held at Baptist church, 135 Hill Rd, Folkestone CT19 6LY £15 (members), £20 (non-members)
The Landscape abstracted. Masterclass for practicing artists. Artist Laura Froude.

Young Strings Orchestra
2025-05-17 11:00 - 13:00 | The Green Room, The Grand,, Folkestone, Select a State:, CT20 2XL, United Kingdom
SATURDAY 17 MAY at 11.00am
FREE CONCERT, NO BOOKING REQUIRED
The Grand, The Leas, Folkestone, CT20 2XL
Always a highlight of the Festival, our Folkestone Young Strings Orchestra present the works they have been refining over the last term.
Directed by Floriane Peycelon

Donald Grant & Friends
2025-05-16 21:30 - 23:00 | The Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe, Church Street,, Folkestone, CT20 1SW
We’re thrilled to have violinist Donald Grant from the Elias Quartet back in Folkestone for our late-night concert! Donald will be regaling us with his incredible folk fiddle playing alongside long-term collaborators and friends. Not to be missed!
*PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE TO PREVIOUS YEARS
Friday 16th 9.30pm £16/ £10 for Under 35s and free for Under 25s

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The Simon & Garfunkel Story
2025-05-16 19:30 - 22:00 | Leas Cliff Hall
Few shows have experienced the phenomenal global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story, with multiple sold-out shows in over 50-countries worldwide and over 20 headline performances in London’s West End, including multiple appearances at the world-famous London Palladium.

Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the international hit show tells the story of the origins and meteoric rise of Simon & Garfunkel blended together seamlessly with a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more.

With standing ovations at every performance at the show Art Garfunkel himself loved, you don’t want to miss this international sensation.

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What the critics say

Fantastic!
– ELAINE PAIGE, BBC RADIO 2

Authentic and exciting
– THE STAGE

Sacconi Chamber Music Festival #1 – Ravel/Bliss/Franck
2025-05-16 19:00 - 21:00 | The Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe, Church Street,, Folkestone, CT20 1SW
Promoter
Sacconi Chamber Music Festival: 16-18 May 2025
Concert
Artists
Sacconi Quartet:
Ben Hancox, Hannah Dawson (violins)
Robin Ashwell (viola)
Cara Berridge (cello)
Simon Callaghan (piano)
Programme
Ravel – String Quartet in F major, M.35
Bliss – Piano Quartet
Franck – Piano Quintet in F minor
Ticket Prices
£25
Rover Tickets: £90 (or £85 if purchased before 31st March) gives access to all 5 Festival concerts.
£10 for Under-35s
Free for Under 25s
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NIKITA KUZMIN in his new show, Midnight Dancer
2025-05-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Leas Cliff Hall
International champion and Strictly Come Dancing star on his first-ever solo UK and Ireland tour.

The cast of MIDNIGHT DANCER will include dancers Sophie Baker, Thomas Charles, Lowri Hamilton, Samuel Lake, Charlotte Lee, Zara Liu, Seamus Mcintosh, Daniel Rae and Andreea Toma. Also joining the cast is Vocalist Rebecca Lisewski (MAMMA MIA! West End, The Spongebob Musical UK tour, Cabaret West End).

NIKITA KUZMIN invites you to a fairytale ball like no other and a night full of music, sequins, and world class dancing.

Follow the highs and lows of a classic romance story, as two star-crossed lovers meet only to be torn apart. Will they reunite at the masked ball, or will real life put an end to their fairytale fantasy? This brand-new dance spectacular is a modern-day Cinderella story and features all of your favourite dance floor anthems, dazzling costumes and explosive dancing. Don’t miss TV dance star Nikita Kuzmin like you’ve never seen him before!

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Age guidance: 14+. Under 16s must be seated with and supervised at all times by an adult (18+). May contain flashing lights.

For group bookings of 10 or more:
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Or call 020 7206 1174

FHODS are delighted to present a Shakespeare classic and favourite - A Midsummer Night's Dream.
2025-05-15 19:30 - 21:30 | The Tower Theatre, North Road Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3HL
Hermia and Lysander are deeply in love, but Hermia’s father wants her to marry Demetrius. Demetrius is pursued by Helena, whose passion goes painfully unrequited.
When the Duke Theseus tells Hermia that she must obey her father or else die or enter a convent, she and Lysander flee into a nearby wood, where they are followed by Demetrius and Helena. In another part of Athens, a group of artisans – or ‘mechanicals’ – are rehearsing a play to be performed at Duke Theseus’ and Hippolyta’s impending nuptials. The actors are earnest if not very skilful, and they, too, make plans to rendezvous in the same wood.
The wood in fact is a magical realm ruled by Oberon and Titania, the king and queen of the fairies. Yet all is not right, even among enchanted creatures.
The fairy couple are arguing over custody of an Indian boy, who, like Hippolyta, has been taken far from home. Oberon commands his chief mischief-maker, Puck, to play a wild trick on the queen. Puck is to place the juice from a magical flower on Titania’s eyes while she sleeps. This will make her fall in love with the first person she sees when she wakes up.
One of the actors, Nick Bottom, undergoes a shocking transformation into an ass as a result of Puck’s tricks. Titania wakes and falls wildly in love with Bottom. Meanwhile, the young lovers are made to suffer the pain of betrayal, but eventually learn the transformational power of magic and love. In the end all that was brought to confusion is set right again. Oberon and Puck undo their magic, releasing Titania and returning Bottom to human form. They make Helena, Hermia, Demetrius and Lysander believe they’ve merely been dreaming.
Lysander and Hermia are to be married, as are Demetrius and Helena. Theseus and Hippolyta’s royal wedding party is treated to the mechanicals’ farcical production, a reminder that love – like putting on a play – is best suited for dreamers, poets, and fools.
Tickets:
Stalls: Standard – £18 | Members – £16 | Under 18s – £14
Gallery: Standard – £16 | Members – £14 | Under 18s – £12
Doors open one hour before the performance

A Midsummer Night's Dream
2025-05-15 19:30 - 21:30 | The Tower Theatre, North Road Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3HL
FHODS are delighted to present a Shakespeare classic and favourite – A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Hermia and Lysander are deeply in love, but Hermia’s father wants her to marry Demetrius. Demetrius is pursued by Helena, whose passion goes painfully unrequited.
When the Duke Theseus tells Hermia that she must obey her father or else die or enter a convent, she and Lysander flee into a nearby wood, where they are followed by Demetrius and Helena. In another part of Athens, a group of artisans – or ‘mechanicals’ – are rehearsing a play to be performed at Duke Theseus’ and Hippolyta’s impending nuptials. The actors are earnest if not very skilful, and they, too, make plans to rendezvous in the same wood.
The wood in fact is a magical realm ruled by Oberon and Titania, the king and queen of the fairies. Yet all is not right, even among enchanted creatures.
The fairy couple are arguing over custody of an Indian boy, who, like Hippolyta, has been taken far from home. Oberon commands his chief mischief-maker, Puck, to play a wild trick on the queen. Puck is to place the juice from a magical flower on Titania’s eyes while she sleeps. This will make her fall in love with the first person she sees when she wakes up.
One of the actors, Nick Bottom, undergoes a shocking transformation into an ass as a result of Puck’s tricks. Titania wakes and falls wildly in love with Bottom. Meanwhile, the young lovers are made to suffer the pain of betrayal, but eventually learn the transformational power of magic and love. In the end all that was brought to confusion is set right again. Oberon and Puck undo their magic, releasing Titania and returning Bottom to human form. They make Helena, Hermia, Demetrius and Lysander believe they’ve merely been dreaming.
Lysander and Hermia are to be married, as are Demetrius and Helena. Theseus and Hippolyta’s royal wedding party is treated to the mechanicals’ farcical production, a reminder that love – like putting on a play – is best suited for dreamers, poets, and fools.
Tickets:
Stalls: Standard – £18 | Members – £16 | Under 18s – £14
Gallery: Standard – £16 | Members – £14 | Under 18s – £12

Thursday
15 May 2025 | 19:30

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16 May 2025 | 19:30

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17 May 2025 | 14:30

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17 May 2025 | 19:30

Doors open one hour before the performance

Royal Ballet & Opera: Die Walkure
2025-05-14 17:00 - 19:30 | The Quarterhouse, CT20 1BN
Immerse yourself in the epic drama of Die Walküre, the second chapter of Wagner’s monumental Ring Cycle. In this powerful continuation of the mythical saga, gods and mortals clash in a tale of love, betrayal, and destiny.
Following the critically acclaimed Das Rheingold in 2023, conductor Antonio Pappano and director Barrie Kosky reunite to bring Wagner’s sweeping score and larger-than-life characters to the stage. Featuring some of opera’s most iconic moments, including the thrilling Ride of the Valkyries, this production is a tour de force of music and storytelling.
Filmed live at the Royal Opera House, this cinematic screening captures the grandeur and intensity of Wagner’s masterpiece, complete with stunning performances, breathtaking sets, and powerful orchestration.
Whether you’re a seasoned opera lover or new to Wagner’s world, Die Walküre offers an unforgettable experience of passion and myth brought vividly to life.
This event is a screening. Doors open 4.15p.m.

Tickets
£14 Standard
£12 Concession
Book this event online or email the box office at boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk

Folkestone Early Music presents Devine & Kate Semmens
2025-05-11 15:00 - 17:00 | The Green Room, The Grand,, Folkestone, Select a State:, CT20 2XL, United Kingdom
Artists:
Steven Devine – ​fortepiano
Kate Summons – soprano

Programme:
Mozart: songs (after 1781)- An Chloe, K 524 • Als Luise die Briefe. K 520 • Abendempfindung an Laura, K 523
Haydn: Trost unglucklicher Liebe Abschiedslied
Mozart: Piano Sonata in A minor K310 (1778)- Allegro maestoso • Andante cantabile con espressione • Presto
Haydn: Arianna a Naxos HobXXVIb:2 (c.1789)

Tickets:

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Disco Party Bingo @ The Grand Burstin Hotel
2025-05-10 19:30 - 22:00 | The Grand Burstin Hotel, Folkestone, CT20 1TX
Kent’s best music bingo night is coming to Folkestone!

🎶 A night of the biggest party tunes from across six decades, alongside our fantastic games and competitions. Including our very own Disco Party Bingo! Ditch the numbers and mark off the iconic anthems from your Disco Party Bingo game card and party your way to Big Cash Prizes!
Your ticket includes 3 rounds of Disco Party Bingo!!
Additional pay to play games available on the night.
Party through from when the doors open til late with DJ Garlick.
Useful Info
Please allow 3.5 hours for all games to be played.
Arrive early to get the best seats.
All drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic, will be served by the venue. Please drink responsibly.
Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled or postponed. Tickets through Ticket Source
Price
Ticket price
£18.50*
*booking fee applies

18+ only. Photo ID will be required to claim any prize.
The venue operates a challenge 25 policy.

Flock Improv presents Gulls Just Want To Have Fun
2025-05-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Market Square, Folkestone, CT20 1EY
In this improvisational comedy show, members of Folkestone improv troupe Flock Improv will make stuff up on the spot in response to audience suggestions. Expect daft humour and surreal situations. If you like Whose Line Is It Anyway, you’ll love this show.

Flock Improv is a Folkestone-based improv troupe. Regular players include Ribs Norman, Neil David Alexander Dillon, Jason Delplanque, Chris Gage, Sandra Virgo, & Erika Taylor. Visit linktr.ee/flockimprov to find out where and when we are playing next.

Folkestone Academy Skatepark Grand Opening
2025-05-10 11:00 - 16:00 | Folkestone Skatepark, Folkestone Academy, Academy Lane, FOLKESTONE, Kent, CT19 5FP, United Kingdom
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Join Us for the Grand Opening of Folkestone Academy’s Skatepark!
We’re thrilled to invite members of our local community, young and old, to celebrate the grand opening of the very first skatepark built in a school in the country!
Come along and enjoy an action-packed day, featuring:
Skate Schools: Local coaches will be on hand to teach children and beginners the basics of skateboarding in a fun, supportive environment.
Skate Jam: Watch as skaters compete in thrilling group challenges, showcasing their tricks and creativity. It’s all about the style, not just completing a run!
Prizes: Exciting prizes will be up for grabs for the most impressive skaters.
Music, food and drink throughout the day!
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a curious newcomer, there’s something for everyone at this free event. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this historic moment for Folkestone’s skate community!

Museum Masterclass: Who Do We Think We Are?Family Workshop, Masterclass
2025-05-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Folkestone Museum
This museum masterclass looks at aspects of the archaeology of human evolution, migration, ancestry, and ethnicity. For thousands of years, people from across the world have come to Britain for many different reasons: to trade, to settle down – and occasionally to pillage and run off again. So who do we think we are?

In this masterclass, we look at the different ways we can find out about where people in the past came from, recent advances in archaeological genetics, and what objects can tell us about people and their identity. We also look at genetic testing and what it can (and cannot) tell you about your personal ancestry and heritage.
Led by Dr Andrew Richardson FRSA, Director of Isle Heritage CIC.
Tea and coffee are provided – please bring your own lunch!
Book your place on Billetto: https://billetto.co.uk/e/archaeology-masterclass-who-do-we-think-we-are-tickets-1202389

Quarterhouse Lates: Music in May - Knowwhere
2025-05-09 20:00 - 22:00 | The Quarterhouse, CT20 1BN
Knowwhere isn’t your typical Party. London born, nearly 2 decades ago. With the mission to create a happy, welcoming space for clubbers to enjoy themselves, without fear or prejudice. Nearly 20 years on, it’s time to party in Folkestone. Playing BangingUpliftingTrance&Dance
Edele Andaya
Hailing from the heart of London’s electronic music scene, Edele Andaya has been captivating dancefloors for over 20 years. A true icon behind the decks, Edele’s ability to seamlessly fuse the nostalgia of epic vinyl sets with the precision of modern digital mixing has earned her a devoted following and cemented her reputation as one of the finest DJs in the industry.
As a resident DJ for Peach London, Edele has become a cornerstone of the UK’s trance community, delivering electrifying performances that embody the spirit of the genre. Her sets are a journey, moving from euphoric highs to driving beats, with her passion for music shining through every track she plays.
Edele’s career is studded with appearances at some of London’s most legendary venues, including KOKO, the iconic Ministry of Sound, and the world-renowned Fabric. Beyond the capital, she has graced the stages of UK festivals and international events, leaving an unforgettable mark wherever she performs.
Not just a force behind the decks, Edele is also making waves in the studio. With a deep love for trance production, she is currently working on an exciting slate of original music set to release in 2025. Fans can expect her tracks to embody the same energy, emotion, and timeless quality that have defined her DJ sets.
With her unmatched skill, undeniable passion, and dedication to pushing the boundaries of trance, Edele Andaya continues to inspire and energize audiences worldwide. Whether she’s spinning vinyl classics or crafting modern masterpieces, Edele is a name that resonates deeply within the hearts of trance enthusiasts everywhere.
Stay tuned for more from Edele Andaya – the journey has only just begun.
Custard
Custard is a trance, house and techno DJ (Digital & Vinyl). From the deeper progressive side, through all the alternative, classic & uplifting trance genres, to the harder end of the spectrum with hard trance/house and acid techno. Past residencies include Planet Angel, Boundless and Chilled in a Field Festival, and for over 20 years he has consistently entertained London clubs and UK festivals. Major highlights having graced the decks for Trance Sanctuary, Peach Goes Hard, Euphoria, Tidy, The Gallery, Innovate and Knowwhere. His sets are always tailored to suit; he can warm the dance floor, keep it flowing with peak time sets and finish off the party with a big bang; always specifically aimed at the event sending people home with a big smile on their faces. As a producer he is 1/3 of the Nexus 3 collaboration with the uplifting big room trance releases ‘State of Wonder and ‘Last Flight’ on Discover Records, plus remix duty on Activa’s ‘Temper’ on the To the Point remixed album.
Anthony Dean
Anthony has been knocking around the Dance music scene since 1995. Living in Bournemouth his dad opened one of the first Gay clubs called Oz which was packed out every Wednesday-Sunday every week for 3 years. Anthony also ran promotions in Southampton for students with headliners such as John digweed, sasha and Tony De Vit.
In 1997 Anthony moved back to London and started to run party’s in the Rocket on The Holloway Road in Islington, Live2Dance bosted big name DJs such as Lisa Lashes, John OO Fleming, Lisa PinUp to name a few, pushing him for a residency.
It wasn’t long before he was taken under the wing of some of the big players in the music industry and ran the party’s, up and down the country, for the well known Trance CD brand Euphoria, alongside running his own night with partner Pablo and then Stevie, Knowwhere.
Anthony has released a few productions all being signed and 1 of them being the final release on the well known Trance label Platipus.
Miles Gorfy
Dance music pioneer Miles Gorfy isn’t just another name in the scene – he’s a force of nature that’s been electrifying dancefloors for a quarter century. A true HarderFaster.net legend, his signature uplifting style has become the soundtrack to unforgettable nights across the globe.
As Music Director of the legendary HarderFaster Xmas Party and former host of HDM @ Club 414, Miles knows how to transform intimate venues into epicenters of euphoria. From the sun-soaked beaches of Ibiza to the pulsing heart of festivals like Magical and Chilled in a Field, his sets have become the stuff of legend.
Having commanded the decks at iconic brands including Trance Sanctuary, Peach, Frantic, and Sundissential, Miles doesn’t just play music – he crafts journeys. His magnetic presence and masterful track selection have earned him an unshakeable reputation in the international dance music community.
When Miles Gorfy steps up to the decks, you don’t just hear the music – you feel it in your soul. Get ready for a masterclass in dancefloor destruction from one of electronic music’s most explosive talents.
Squibbs
“I am a DJ from the south east of Kent, heavily inspired by artists like Tristan, rajja ram, laughing buddah and K.I.M. I strive to get the dancefloor going with hypnotic rhythms and continuous basslines, having always had a passion for music and self expression through dance”
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