We use cookies to make sure we give you the best experience possible. By continuing, you're accepting that you're happy with our cookie policy. Click here to find out more.

Events near Folkestone, Canterbury

What

Where

When

Events near Folkestone, Canterbury

What's on near Folkestone, Canterbury : Folkestone Events, Clubs, gig guide, Club Nights, Theatre and more. Buy your tickets or get on the guestlist for free

What

Where

When

Clubs Gigs Festivals Comedy Theatre & Arts Experiences Food & Drink Sport Family Days Seasonal

Clubs

Kisstory vs UK Garage Bottomless Brunch at The Cuban

Kisstory vs UK Garage Bottomless Brunch

Saturday 12th September

12:30pm - 4:00pm

The Cuban, Canterbury

Kisstory vs UK Garage Bottomless Brunch

The Cuban, Canterbury

This is Garage done right in the heart of Canterbury, for the ravers, the heads, the two-steppers. UKG runs through your veins, this is your brunch!

🔥 Hot Seller

The Official Summer Reunion Party 2026 at The Manor House Tunbridge Wells

The Official Summer Reunion Party 2026

Thursday 2nd July

7:00pm - 3:00am

The Manor House Tunbridge Wells

The Official Summer Reunion Party 2026

The Manor House Tunbridge Wells

One huge night. Everyone home. Everyone back together.

SummerSeries - 90s, 00s, Ibiza & Club Classics Bottomless Brunch at The Cuban

SummerSeries - 90s, 00s, Ibiza & Club Classics Bottomless Brunch

Saturday 27th June

12:30pm - 4:00pm

The Cuban, Canterbury

SummerSeries - 90s, 00s, Ibiza & Club Classics Bottomless Brunch

The Cuban, Canterbury

Expect iconic throwbacks, euphoric anthems, guilty pleasures & hands-in-the-air moments all day long with Special Guests bringing the ultimate party!

🔥 Hot Seller

After90 at Sunrooms2 Southend On Sea

Friday 17th July

8:00pm - 3:00am

Sunrooms2 Southend On Sea, Southend-on-Sea

Sunrooms2 Southend On Sea, Southend-on-Sea

A new house music experience. Quality DJs. Intimate venue. Limited tickets. Don't miss out.

Shy Fx | Margate at The Drill Shed

Shy Fx | Margate

Saturday 25th July

10:00pm - 2:00am

The Drill Shed, Margate

Shy Fx | Margate

The Drill Shed, Margate

The legendary Shy FX comes to The Drill Shed this July!

Boujee Boujee - Tidal Vibes at Mermaids Cafe Bar

Boujee Boujee - Tidal Vibes

Saturday 27th June

5:00pm - 10:30pm

Mermaids Cafe Bar, Folkestone

Boujee Boujee - Tidal Vibes

Mermaids Cafe Bar, Folkestone

Dance under the stars with the finest house music from Stretch Silvester plus Special Guest, a great crowd and amazing views of the ocean.

Garage Rewind Summer Garden Party at The Jolly Friar

Garage Rewind Summer Garden Party

Saturday 4th July

3:00pm - 10:00pm

The Jolly Friar, Basildon

Garage Rewind Summer Garden Party

The Jolly Friar, Basildon

Garage Rewind returns to Basildon!

🔥 Hot Seller

UPE | Harry T - The UK's Latest Ending 16+ Event - 26/06/26 at The Source Bar (Courtyard)

UPE | Harry T - The UK's Latest Ending 16+ Event - 26/06/26

Friday 26th June

6:00pm - 12:00am

The Source Bar (Courtyard), Maidstone

UPE | Harry T - The UK's Latest Ending 16+ Event - 26/06/26

The Source Bar (Courtyard), Maidstone

HARRY T lands in Maidstone for the UKs Latest Ending 16+ Event on the 26th of June. Prepare yourself people. This one's going to be HUGE...

Gigs

The Park Series presents THE HUMAN LEAGUE at Leazes Park

The Park Series presents THE HUMAN LEAGUE

Sunday 30th August

2:00pm - 10:00pm

Leazes Park , Newcastle Upon Tyne

The Park Series presents THE HUMAN LEAGUE

Leazes Park , Newcastle Upon Tyne

Electronic pop pioneers The Human League will bring their legendary live show to Leazes Park, Newcastle, for a outdoor show on Sunday 30th August

Opulence presents Live at Lumley Castle at Lumley Castle

Opulence presents Live at Lumley Castle

Friday 4th September

4:00pm - 11:00pm

Lumley Castle, Chester-le-Street

Opulence presents Live at Lumley Castle

Lumley Castle, Chester-le-Street

Step into pure 80s nostalgia at Lumley Castle - expect big anthems, bold fashion and feel-good vibes in a spectacular historic setting.

The Park Series presents MCFLY at Leazes Park

The Park Series presents MCFLY

Friday 28th August

2:00pm - 10:30pm

Leazes Park , Newcastle Upon Tyne

The Park Series presents MCFLY

Leazes Park , Newcastle Upon Tyne

MCFLY HEADLINE THE PARK SERIES IN Newcastle!

🔥 Hot Seller

Nia Archives: B2B DJ SET at NX Newcastle

Nia Archives: B2B DJ SET

Thursday 16th July

7:00pm - 11:00pm

NX Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Nia Archives: B2B DJ SET

NX Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Jacaranda Records presents a B2B DJ set by Nia Archives + support to celebrate the release of her new album 'Emotional Junglist'.

Ariel Posen + Sean Mann + Wendlo at PILGRIM

Ariel Posen + Sean Mann + Wendlo

Friday 12th February 2027

7:30pm - 11:45pm

PILGRIM, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Ariel Posen + Sean Mann + Wendlo

PILGRIM, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Ariel Posen, hailed as "a modern day guitar hero" by Rolling Stone brings his blend of rock & roll, electrified Americana & bluegrass to PILGRIM

Scouting For Girls Live in Durham Cathedral at Durham Cathedral

Scouting For Girls Live in Durham Cathedral

Thursday 29th October

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Durham Cathedral

Scouting For Girls Live in Durham Cathedral

Durham Cathedral

Scouting For Girls will be performing the greatest hits live in the breathtaking Durham Cathedral in October.

Brian Jackson (Gil Scott Heron) + band at PILGRIM

Brian Jackson (Gil Scott Heron) + band

Saturday 29th August

8:30pm - 11:45pm

PILGRIM, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Brian Jackson (Gil Scott Heron) + band

PILGRIM, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Brian returns to our stage after an incredible SOLD-OUT show in 2025. Co-founder of Gil Scott Heron and a renowned artist & social commentator, Brian

The 9075 - Live at Think Tank, Newcastle at Think Tank

The 9075 - Live at Think Tank, Newcastle

Saturday 27th June

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Think Tank, NEWCASTLE Upon TYNE

The 9075 - Live at Think Tank, Newcastle

Think Tank, NEWCASTLE Upon TYNE

The world's first and leading tribute to The 1975 return with a full live show. Big songs, proper production, no gimmicks.

Festivals

🔥 Hot Seller

Noughty 90's Festival Newcastle 2026 at Leazes Park

Noughty 90's Festival Newcastle 2026

Saturday 29th August

12:00pm - 10:00pm

Leazes Park , Newcastle Upon Tyne

Noughty 90's Festival Newcastle 2026

Leazes Park , Newcastle Upon Tyne

Noughty 90's returns to Leazes Park for a 6th year.

Second Speed Accelerate Festival 2026 at Gateshead International Stadium

Second Speed Accelerate Festival 2026

Saturday 26th September

1:00pm - 11:00pm

Gateshead International Stadium

Second Speed Accelerate Festival 2026

Gateshead International Stadium

Second Speed Accelerate Festival 2026.

🔥 Hot Seller

Opulence at Lumley Castle

Saturday 5th September

1:00pm - 10:30pm

Lumley Castle, Chester-le-Street

Lumley Castle, Chester-le-Street

Opulence festival presents two stages of quintessential house music. Saturday 5th September

🔥 Hot Seller

Ben Hemsley & Ewan McVicar Halloween Day - Newcastle at Gateshead Stadium

Ben Hemsley & Ewan McVicar Halloween Day - Newcastle

Saturday 31st October

1:30pm - 11:00pm

Gateshead Stadium

Ben Hemsley & Ewan McVicar Halloween Day - Newcastle

Gateshead Stadium

Ben Hemsley returns to Newcastle with Ewan McVicar for HALLOWEEN DAY

Second Speed Accelerate: VIEZE ASBAK (ALL DAY LONG) at Gateshead International Stadium

Second Speed Accelerate: VIEZE ASBAK (ALL DAY LONG)

Friday 30th October

4:30pm - 11:00pm

Gateshead International Stadium

Second Speed Accelerate: VIEZE ASBAK (ALL DAY LONG)

Gateshead International Stadium

Second Speed Accelerate: VIEZE ASBAK (ALL DAY LONG) Halloween Massacre

🔥 Hot Seller

SoundScape 2026 at Bishop Auckland R U F C

SoundScape 2026

Saturday 27th June

12:00pm - 11:00pm

Bishop Auckland R U F C

SoundScape 2026

Bishop Auckland R U F C

The North East Ultimate Outdoor Dance Festival Returns in 2026

Unfussy Festival: Morgan Seatree at Gateshead International Stadium

Unfussy Festival: Morgan Seatree

Friday 25th September

3:00pm - 11:00pm

Gateshead International Stadium

Unfussy Festival: Morgan Seatree

Gateshead International Stadium

Second Speed x Reboot presents Unfussy Festival in Newcastle/Gateshead

🔥 Hot Seller

RNB MANIA | Newcastle's R&B Festival at NX Newcastle

RNB MANIA | Newcastle's R&B Festival

Saturday 4th July

3:00pm - 9:00pm

NX Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne

RNB MANIA | Newcastle's R&B Festival

NX Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Geordies, are you ready to experience the very best of R&B music? R&B MANIA is returning to NX on Saturday, 4th July 2026!

Comedy

SPRINGFIELD CABARET Newcastle - Drag Tribute Show! at The Globe Newcastle

SPRINGFIELD CABARET Newcastle - Drag Tribute Show!

Saturday 27th June

7:00pm - 11:00pm

The Globe Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne

SPRINGFIELD CABARET Newcastle - Drag Tribute Show!

The Globe Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The unofficial, unauthorised drag tribute show to the world's favourite sitcom family, The Simpsons!

Big Mad Andy's Peep Show Quiz - Newcastle at Digital

Big Mad Andy's Peep Show Quiz - Newcastle

Thursday 24th September

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Digital, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Big Mad Andy's Peep Show Quiz - Newcastle

Digital, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Come and test your knowledge at the ultimate Peep Show Quiz!

Kayvan Khazaee: Dirty Minds - Stand up Comedy at Heart Of Northumberland

Kayvan Khazaee: Dirty Minds - Stand up Comedy

Friday 25th September

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Heart Of Northumberland, Hexham

Kayvan Khazaee: Dirty Minds - Stand up Comedy

Heart Of Northumberland, Hexham

An hour of filth, failure, and figuring things out.

Kayvan Khazaee: Dirty Minds - Stand up Comedy at Zapatista, Central Station

Kayvan Khazaee: Dirty Minds - Stand up Comedy

Saturday 26th September

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Zapatista, Central Station, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Kayvan Khazaee: Dirty Minds - Stand up Comedy

Zapatista, Central Station, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An hour of filth, failure, and figuring things out.

Theatre, Arts & Culture

F.O.M.O Outdoor Festival at The Rainton Arena

F.O.M.O Outdoor Festival

Saturday 12th September

12:00pm - 11:00pm

The Rainton Arena, Houghton Le Spring

F.O.M.O Outdoor Festival

The Rainton Arena, Houghton Le Spring

Multi Genre Dance Music Festival taking over RM Arena! 3 Huge Outdoor stages! Bars! Food Stands!

Experiences & Attractions

K-Pop Singalong Party at Bar Bianco Chester Le Street

K-Pop Singalong Party

Sunday 5th July

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Bar Bianco Chester Le Street

K-Pop Singalong Party

Bar Bianco Chester Le Street

Get ready for a high-energy afternoon packed with music, dancing, singalongs and full K-pop vibes at Bar Bianco

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead at OMG Big Top

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead

Friday 26th June

5:00pm - 9:30pm

OMG Big Top, Lamesley

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead

OMG Big Top, Lamesley

Prepare for the ultimate adrenaline rush featuring elite daredevils from Argentina in a jaw-dropping, high-octane spectacular for all the family!

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead at OMG Big Top

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead

Sunday 28th June

1:00pm - 5:30pm

OMG Big Top, Lamesley

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead

OMG Big Top, Lamesley

Prepare for the ultimate adrenaline rush featuring elite daredevils from Argentina in a jaw-dropping, high-octane spectacular for all the family!

Comic Con North East at Utilita Arena Newcastle

Comic Con North East

Sat 26th - Sun 27th September

9:00am - 6:00pm

Utilita Arena Newcastle , Newcastle Upon Tyne

Comic Con North East

Utilita Arena Newcastle , Newcastle Upon Tyne

COMIC CON NORTH EAST is part of the Monopoly Events family of pop culture conventions, attracting thousands of fans annually to the Utilita Arena

Food & Drink

Around the world in 6 whiskies at Angels Cut Bar

Around the world in 6 whiskies

Thursday 9th July

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Angels Cut Bar, Darlington

Around the world in 6 whiskies

Angels Cut Bar, Darlington

Everyone knows Scotland and America make great whisk(e)y BUT did you know other countries do too? Japan, Australia and even England!

£10 Bingo Night Out 28/06 - Buzz Bingo Metro Centre at Buzz Bingo Metro Centre

£10 Bingo Night Out 28/06 - Buzz Bingo Metro Centre

Sunday 28th June

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Buzz Bingo Metro Centre, Gateshead

£10 Bingo Night Out 28/06 - Buzz Bingo Metro Centre

Buzz Bingo Metro Centre, Gateshead

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy any main meal, a selected drink & your bingo for just £10!

Gin & Rum Festival - Newcastle - 2026 at Newcastle Cathedral.

Gin & Rum Festival - Newcastle - 2026

Saturday 7th November

12:15pm - 10:00pm

Newcastle Cathedral., Newcastle Upon Tyne

Gin & Rum Festival - Newcastle - 2026

Newcastle Cathedral., Newcastle Upon Tyne

The UKs Biggest Touring Gin and Rum Festival Returns to Newcastle for ONE Weekend Only

Pasta Making Class at Zucchini Pasta Bar

Pasta Making Class

Saturday 18th July

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Zucchini Pasta Bar, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Pasta Making Class

Zucchini Pasta Bar, Newcastle Upon Tyne

We're bringing our popular pasta making classes up to Newcastle!

Sport

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Panama (Newcastle) at Digital Newcastle

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Panama (Newcastle)

Saturday 27th June

7:00pm - 2:00am

Digital Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Panama (Newcastle)

Digital Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne

NEWCASTLE. Watch every game LIVE at England's BIGGEST World Cup fan-zone in the heart of Digital.

Submission Series 22 - Newcastle at The Fed

Submission Series 22 - Newcastle

Saturday 5th September

5:00pm - 10:00pm

The Fed, Gateshead

Submission Series 22 - Newcastle

The Fed, Gateshead

Submission Series returns to Newcastle on Saturday 5th September for another huge night of world-class submission grappling!

Young Subs 11 - Newcastle at The Fed

Young Subs 11 - Newcastle

Saturday 5th September

8:00am - 4:00pm

The Fed, Gateshead

Young Subs 11 - Newcastle

The Fed, Gateshead

The UK's premier junior submission grappling showcase - returns to Newcastle for another action-packed night of elite youth grappling!

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Ghana (Newcastle) at Louie's Liquor Store

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Ghana (Newcastle)

Tuesday 23rd June

6:00pm - 11:45pm

Louie's Liquor Store, Newcastle Upon Tyne

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Ghana (Newcastle)

Louie's Liquor Store, Newcastle Upon Tyne

NEWCASTLE. Watch every game LIVE at England's BIGGEST World Cup fan-zone in the heart of Digital.

Family Days Out

K-Pop Singalong Party at Bar Bianco Chester Le Street

K-Pop Singalong Party

Sunday 5th July

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Bar Bianco Chester Le Street

K-Pop Singalong Party

Bar Bianco Chester Le Street

Get ready for a high-energy afternoon packed with music, dancing, singalongs and full K-pop vibes at Bar Bianco

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead at OMG Big Top

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead

Friday 26th June

5:00pm - 9:30pm

OMG Big Top, Lamesley

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead

OMG Big Top, Lamesley

Prepare for the ultimate adrenaline rush featuring elite daredevils from Argentina in a jaw-dropping, high-octane spectacular for all the family!

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead at OMG Big Top

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead

Sunday 28th June

1:00pm - 5:30pm

OMG Big Top, Lamesley

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead

OMG Big Top, Lamesley

Prepare for the ultimate adrenaline rush featuring elite daredevils from Argentina in a jaw-dropping, high-octane spectacular for all the family!

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead at OMG Big Top

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead

Thursday 25th June

5:00pm - 9:30pm

OMG Big Top, Lamesley

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Gateshead

OMG Big Top, Lamesley

Prepare for the ultimate adrenaline rush featuring elite daredevils from Argentina in a jaw-dropping, high-octane spectacular for all the family!

Seasonal

World Cup Fanzone: England V Panama 27th June 2026 at The Rainton Arena

World Cup Fanzone: England V Panama 27th June 2026

Saturday 27th June

5:00pm - 2:00am

The Rainton Arena, Houghton Le Spring

World Cup Fanzone: England V Panama 27th June 2026

The Rainton Arena, Houghton Le Spring

England V Panama live at the biggest fanzone in Sunderland.

World Cup Fanzone: England V Ghana 23rd June 2026 at The Rainton Arena

World Cup Fanzone: England V Ghana 23rd June 2026

Tuesday 23rd June

5:00pm - 1:00am

The Rainton Arena, Houghton Le Spring

World Cup Fanzone: England V Ghana 23rd June 2026

The Rainton Arena, Houghton Le Spring

England V Ghana live at the biggest fanzone in Sunderland.

Twilight Christmas Market - Sunderland Live Arena at The Rainton Arena

Twilight Christmas Market - Sunderland Live Arena

Monday 16th November

5:00pm - 9:00pm

The Rainton Arena, Houghton Le Spring

Twilight Christmas Market - Sunderland Live Arena

The Rainton Arena, Houghton Le Spring

Join us at the incredible Sunderland Live Arena for a Twilight Christmas Market. Bouncing with 150 seasonal stalls, food & drinks

Moon Market - Spennymoor Football Ground at Spennymoor Ball Ground

Moon Market - Spennymoor Football Ground

Monday 12th October

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Spennymoor Ball Ground

Moon Market - Spennymoor Football Ground

Spennymoor Ball Ground

Join us at Spennymoor Football Group for an evening of Shopping, Food, Drinks, Mediumship & Tarot Reading

Folkestone events, clubs, gigs and what's on

Above is a selection of events in Folkestone near Canterbury. If you're looking for more events, why not view our events in Canterbury guide. Planning a big weekend in Folkestone? Check out our Restaurants in Folkestone or Hotels in Folkestone

Skiddle, discover events and buy tickets

Gigs ● Clubs ● Festivals ● Things to do

“On your side since 2001, because we believe true fans deserve a fairer and smarter way to discover events they love.”

why use Skiddle?

Rated 5 stars on reviews.co.uk

Official Primary Ticket outlet

Over 17 million tickets sold

Established 2001

Over 4.3 million happy customers

Support the Fanfair Alliance

Skiddle Supports - Together, we are More Than A Ticket

Sustainability - Make a positive impact

© 2001 - 2026 Skiddle Ltd | Skiddle is a registered trademark | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED