Music at The Bandstand with The Boxwood Chessmen

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Another free Folk Week event, music by the seaside. Listen to live music at the Bandstand every evening during the Festival. Please put a donation in the collecting tin Why not pop into the craft fair next door to the Bandstand  for a bit of retail therapy and refreshements open 10am - 8.30pm Sat-Fri.

Event Series Poets’ Breakfast

Poets’ Breakfast

SMOKED Street Kitchen & Bar 92 High St, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

A well loved part of Folk Week for many years. Come along and share your poems and thoughts with this supportive group. This year the sessions will be hosted by our own Frances Turner. Daily Saturday - Friday. Everyone welcome. This is a free event so please put a donation in the tin. Thank you

Event Series Craft and Music Fair

Craft and Music Fair

Craft and Music Fair 9 - 15 August 2025 Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Our Craft and Music Fair is open daily from Saturday 9th- Friday 15th August 2025 10am-8.30pm. lots of lovely things to purchase, food traders and  Bar. Run by our fabulous team of volunteers, this is a great place to stop a moment during your busy day enjoying the Festival. Free Admission

Event Series Hobby Horse Club at The Bandstand

Hobby Horse Club at The Bandstand

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Each morning, Zoe, Peter, and Evie from Inspiration Creative get all generations singing and dancing together – and wearing some very strange outfits. They are ably supported by our wonderful band-in-residence Giddy Yup and mayhem is provided by the Hooden Horses – the living embodiment of the festival logo and Clarence the Dragon makes a […]

Playalong at The George

Pub Gigs Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

A very popular part of Folk Week with daily guests. Paul also runs the Saturday morning workshop to introduce newbies to the playalongs. Mainly Irish tunes. Guests to be announced. This is a free event so please pop a donation in the collecting tin, thank you.

Festival Parade and Show

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

The Big parade starts promptly at 5.30pm from the top of the High street at Pierremont Ave,  processing down the high street and onto the seafront promenade, finishing with a celebration of dance and music at the bandstand. We have a Craft Session on Friday afternoon for kids to come and make banners and flags, […]

Family Ceilidh – Giddy up Ceilidh Band

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

All ages and abilities are welcome for this fun dance at The Bandstand This is a free event but we do ask you  pop a donation on one of our collecting tins, Thank you.

Event Series Hobby Horse Club at The Bandstand

Hobby Horse Club at The Bandstand

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Each morning, Zoe, Peter, and Evie from Inspiration Creative get all generations singing and dancing together – and wearing some very strange outfits. They are ably supported by our wonderful band-in-residence Giddy Yup and mayhem is provided by the Hooden Horses – the living embodiment of the festival logo and Clarence the Dragon makes a […]

Be a Broadstairs Sketcher with Nicky Browne

Craft and Music Fair 9 - 15 August 2025 Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Come and join Nicky Browne with your note book and pencils for a calm hour of drawing, doodling and observation. Meeting by the Folk Week merchandise stall in the Craft Fair on Victoria Gardens, as a group we will look for interesting Festival sites to draw. No experience needed, Nicky is happy to guide you […]

Family Ceilidh at the Bandstand – with The Giddy Up Ceilidh Band

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Lots of fun to be had with The Giddy Up Ceilidh Band as they guide you through some family dances in the sunshine. This is a free event so please pop a donation in a Folk Week collecting tin, thank you.

Music at The Bandstand – Gypskazz

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Another free Folk Week event, music by the seaside. Listen to live music at the Bandstand every evening during the Festival. Please put a donation in the collecting tin Why not pop into the craft fair next door to the Bandstand  for a bit of retail therapy and refreshements open 10am - 8.30pm Sat-Fri.

Event Series Hobby Horse Club at The Bandstand

Hobby Horse Club at The Bandstand

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Each morning, Zoe, Peter, and Evie from Inspiration Creative get all generations singing and dancing together – and wearing some very strange outfits. They are ably supported by our wonderful band-in-residence Giddy Yup and mayhem is provided by the Hooden Horses – the living embodiment of the festival logo and Clarence the Dragon makes a […]

Be a Broadstairs Sketcher with Nicky Browne

Craft and Music Fair 9 - 15 August 2025 Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Come and join Nicky Browne with your note book and pencils for a calm hour of drawing, doodling and observation. Meeting by the Folk Week merchandise stall in the Craft Fair on Victoria Gardens, as a group we will look for interesting Festival sites to draw. No experience needed, Nicky is happy to guide you […]

Music at The Bandstand

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Another free Folk Week event, music by the seaside. Listen to live music at the Bandstand every evening during the Festival. Please put a donation in the collecting tin Why not pop into the craft fair next door to the Bandstand  for a bit of retail therapy and refreshments open 10am - 8.30pm Sat-Fri.

Event Series Hobby Horse Club at The Bandstand

Hobby Horse Club at The Bandstand

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Each morning, Zoe, Peter, and Evie from Inspiration Creative get all generations singing and dancing together – and wearing some very strange outfits. They are ably supported by our wonderful band-in-residence Giddy Yup and mayhem is provided by the Hooden Horses – the living embodiment of the festival logo and Clarence the Dragon makes a […]

Be a Broadstairs Sketcher with Nicky Browne

Craft and Music Fair 9 - 15 August 2025 Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Come and join Nicky Browne with your note book and pencils for a calm hour of drawing, doodling and observation. Meeting by the Folk Week merchandise stall in the Craft Fair on Victoria Gardens, as a group we will look for interesting Festival sites to draw. No experience needed, Nicky is happy to guide you […]

Music at The Bandstand

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Another free Folk Week event, music by the seaside. Listen to live music at the Bandstand every evening during the Festival. Please put a donation in the collecting tin Why not pop into the craft fair next door to the Bandstand  for a bit of retail therapy and refreshements open 10am - 8.30pm Sat-Fri.

Event Series Hobby Horse Club at The Bandstand

Hobby Horse Club at The Bandstand

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Each morning, Zoe, Peter, and Evie from Inspiration Creative get all generations singing and dancing together – and wearing some very strange outfits. They are ably supported by our wonderful band-in-residence Giddy Yup and mayhem is provided by the Hooden Horses – the living embodiment of the festival logo and Clarence the Dragon makes a […]

Be a Broadstairs Sketcher with Nicky Browne

Craft and Music Fair 9 - 15 August 2025 Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Come and join Nicky Browne with your note book and pencils for a calm hour of drawing, doodling and observation. Meeting by the Folk Week merchandise stall in the Craft Fair on Victoria Gardens, as a group we will look for interesting Festival sites to draw. No experience needed, Nicky is happy to guide you […]

Music at The Bandstand with Gaddzukes

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Another free Folk Week event, music by the seaside. Listen to live music at the Bandstand every evening during the Festival. Please put a donation in the collecting tin Why not pop into the craft fair next door to the Bandstand  for a bit of retail therapy and refreshements open 10am - 8.30pm Sat-Fri.

Event Series Hobby Horse Club at The Bandstand

Hobby Horse Club at The Bandstand

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Each morning, Zoe, Peter, and Evie from Inspiration Creative get all generations singing and dancing together – and wearing some very strange outfits. They are ably supported by our wonderful band-in-residence Giddy Yup and mayhem is provided by the Hooden Horses – the living embodiment of the festival logo and Clarence the Dragon makes a […]

Be a Broadstairs Sketcher with Nicky Browne

Craft and Music Fair 9 - 15 August 2025 Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Come and join Nicky Browne with your note book and pencils for a calm hour of drawing, doodling and observation. Meeting by the Folk Week merchandise stall in the Craft Fair on Victoria Gardens, as a group we will look for interesting Festival sites to draw. No experience needed, Nicky is happy to guide you […]

Music at The Bandstand

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Another free Folk Week event, music by the seaside. Listen to live music at the Bandstand every evening during the Festival. Please put a donation in the collecting tin Why not pop into the craft fair next door to the Bandstand  for a bit of retail therapy and refreshements open 10am - 8.30pm Sat-Fri.

Event Series Hobby Horse Club at The Bandstand

Hobby Horse Club at The Bandstand

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

Each morning, Zoe, Peter, and Evie from Inspiration Creative get all generations singing and dancing together – and wearing some very strange outfits. They are ably supported by our wonderful band-in-residence Giddy Yup and mayhem is provided by the Hooden Horses – the living embodiment of the festival logo and Clarence the Dragon makes a […]

Music at the Bandstand

Bandstand Bandstand, Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom