Margate Soul Weekender

Join the UK's largest street soul party. Margate Soul Weekender(formerly Margate Soul Festival) has been bringing the best in soul and funk to the seaside since 2002 for thousands of music fans who wantgood vibes, good tunes and great views!

This year we've got20+ venuesincluding a huge beachside stage for our iconic headliners and over60+ DJsfrom our incredible partners,Street Sounds, and theMargate Soul Family.

The festival brings together an exciting mix of world-class artists, dynamic DJ sets, and live performances across multiple stages. With its unique blend of soul, funk, jazz, and R&B, the festival offers a memorable experience for music lovers while showcasing the charm and cultural vibrancy of thecoolest seaside town, Margate.

Whether you're dancing to legendary acts as the sun sets over the sea or discovering fresh talent in one of our awesome clubs, Margate Soul Festival is the ultimate destination for a soulful weekend by the sea. Get your tickets today!

2025's HEADLINERS

We have an epic line up for you this year, along with our partners Street Sounds.

Our Sunday headliners -TMF Maze, formerly of Maze comprising the 5 former band members of Maze featuring Frankie Beverly

The one and only -Earth, Wind & Fire by Al McKay

Epic soul legends -S.O.S Band, known for their timeless hits like“Just Be Good to Me”,“The Finest”and“Take Your Time (Do It Right)”

90's soul stars - Drizabone Soul Familywith their timeless hit “Real Love”.

PLUS The Handson Family, Loose Ends and many more...

Incredible sets from:Aitch B / Bobby & Steve / Dean Thatcher / DJ Destruction / DJ Swerve / Dr Bob Jones / Eddie Piller / Fraggle / Handson Family / Jo Mills / Lisa Loud / Marcia Carr / Operator / Rocky /  Ronnie Coldsweat / Saxon Sound System / Street Sounds

For the full line up go toMargateSoulWeekender.co.uk