Opposite the Grand, a special trophy will be awarded for the rarest vehicle in this Bank Holiday classic car rally.

When he retired from Canterbury Cathedral at the end of 2020, David completed just over 42 years of service in Cathedral music.  Having been Organist and Master of the Choristers there since 1988, he was previously Organist and Master of the Choristers at Lincoln Cathedral 1986-8 and Assistant Organist at Canterbury from 1978: his first […]

A one man show from Giles Croft that is a celebration of Jabez Wolffe who was born in Glasgow in 1876, son of a German-Polish Jewish immigrant jeweller, Samuel Wolffe. He made 22 unsuccessful attempts to swim the Channel from 18 July 1906 to 15 July 1914. He is a peculiarly British form of a sporting […]

International sensation What’s Love Got To Do With It? is back with a brand new cast! The exciting live show celebrating the music of Tina Turner is getting back on the road with a huge tour across the UK. The massive debut tour of What’s Love Got To Do With It? launched in February 2019 and quickly proved […]

This year saw Science lead the way in getting our lives back to normal. Now, the UK’s favourite science team are back and more explosive than ever! Why go and see it? 100% Educational.  200% Entertaining. 300% Explosive. 400% Fun. Join our presenters as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how […]

A one man show from Giles Croft that is a celebration of Jabez Wolffe who was born in Glasgow in 1876, son of a German-Polish Jewish immigrant jeweller, Samuel Wolffe. He made 22 unsuccessful attempts to swim the Channel from 18 July 1906 to 15 July 1914. He is a peculiarly British form of a sporting […]

Colin Matthews OBE is an English composer of classical music. His works include solo piano pieces, string quartets, ensemble and orchestral compositions. He will be talking about his music, joined by Harry Winstanley, principal flute of the English Chamber Orchestra.

Folkestone New Music invited Colin Matthews one of today’s most distinguished composers. As well as composing, Colin has been involved with a number of major musical projects, such as his collaboration with Derrick Cooke to make the performing version of Mahler’s unfinished Tenth Symphony. He was Benjamin Britten’s assistant in the 1970s, helping the ailing […]

Folkestone History Society 0ffer a talk by Tony Hill. 7.30p.m. for an 8.00p.m. start

Fri 8 Sep, 7.15pm Come to the PARTY at The Clearing. Join us for the launch of SALT + EARTH 2023: Festival of Landscape, Seascape & The Environment. Hear thoughts by the curators on the growing dynamic between SALT + EARTH and the Kent Downs, ANOB ambition for UNESCO Geopark status whilst raising a glass […]

Hosted by Folkestone's own Dita Garbo with Drag Race UK stars Victoria Scone and Vanity Milan performing alongside seven drag kings and queens. Tickets priced from £29.43 punkandplume.co.uk@punkandplume  

The long awaited design for the new Reliquary, St Eanswythe's new home will be revealed by its designer . Selected from numerous entries from all over the world we are delighted to introduce the winner, Sophie Hacker, who will explain her plans for this important part of Folkestone's heritage Judy Doherty and Dr Andrew Richardson […]

Saturday 16th September 2.30pm & 7.30pm Back by by popular demand after a sell out shows in 2021 & 2022! Join The Jerseys as they celebrate the timeless music of the 100 million album selling Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Incredible falsettos, beautiful acapellas – the authenticity of the sublime harmonies of the 60s […]

The inspirational photogrammetry workshop takes inspiration from The Red Shoes (1948) as part of the BFI's Cinema Unbound. The Creative Worlds of Powell and Pressburger, a celebration of one of the most iconic partnerships in film history. Deadline: 21st September  

Make a short documentary based in Folkestone, Hythe and/or Romney Marsh between August and September for the chance to win filmmaking equipment and support valued at £1000 Deadline: 1st October 2023

Are you 16-19? Passionate about film? Want a career in the film industry? If so, the Kent BFI Film Academy is for you The British Film Institute (BFI) and Screen South have come together once again to create a life changing opportunity and are looking for 20 young people with a passion for filmmaking and […]

Antonio Papano conducts director Barrie Kosky's new imagining of Wagner's Das Rheingold - Live Screening When a precious hoard of gold is stolen from the river Rhine, it unleashes a chain of destructive events, pitting gods and mortals against one another for generations. Wagner’s Ring cycle boasts some of the greatest music ever written for […]

Comedy set from the star of  Trip Hazard, Mission Accessible and countless panel shows. Rosie Jones is on the road for a UK tour and, boy, she is EXCITED. Join Rosie as she ponders whether she is a national treasure, a little prick, or somewhere in between! This show is guaranteed to be full of unapologetic […]

Fri 22 Sep, 8pm DJ and Producer REV is renowned for playing more emotive side of house and techno. Her sets are uplifting and percussive, unlocking a primal energy within. She plays off-the-cuff, spontaneously tailoring her nights to each unique crowd, where she combines innovation and nostalgia, to hit a musical sweet spot. Age Restrictions […]

A silly big night of quizzes, fun and games with the aim of meeting new people and making pals. Hosted by Rosie Percy (@coolfolke) Located on St Eanswythe Way, this two storey building hosts clubs and social events for all ages to immerse themselves in music, poetry and art and various other activities.

The comedy circuit legend is supported by a full line up of fellow performers and an MC. Ben is a highly experienced and hugely well-respected stand-up. He’s been performing comedy since 1993 and is renowned for his incredibly relaxed stage persona and his innate ability to improvise as well as deliver sharply crafted material. Ben’s […]

A performance of Bach’s great Toccatas & Fugues played by Anthony Trinkwon followed by refreshments Tickets £8 at the door or in advance Tel 07752 142106 Proceeds towards the maintenance and repair of the organ  

Reigning from southern California, Robert Jon & The Wreck take the southern rock sound from the east coast and make it their own. Since their inception in 2011, these four native Californian’s; Robert Jon Burrison (lead vocals, guitar), Andrew Espantman (drums, background vocals), Henry Schneekluth (lead guitar, background vocals), Warren Murrel (bass) have been electrifying […]

The award winning composer Dominic Muldowney is joined by Junyan Chen, who will give the first performance of a new work for the piano

A play directed by  Di Travis

The comic promises a set that's markedly different to Chelsea's fixture list to prove he is not a footballer

JAK Mayhem spent most weekends of his formative years on the dance floor at parties and events in and around Folkestone, with regular forays to clubs in London and beyond. And he has not looked back since; DJing regularly at various nights across town, honing his skills playing warm-up sets and the occasional all-nighter. He […]

This year's West End smash hit, A Little Life, is coming to Folkestone. Filmed live at the Savoy Theatre in London, we will be screening 2023's most talked about piece of theatre. A Little Life follows four college friends in New York City: aspiring actor Willem, successful architect Malcolm, struggling artist JB, and prodigious lawyer […]