Book Festival

Thu 14 Nov, 12pm

Enjoy all of this year's Book Festival talks and events with your Book Festival Pass.Book your festival pass now and enjoy the whole festival...

Thu 14 Nov, 7pm

Celebrate the launch of the 2024 Folkestone Book Festival, with this exclusive opening-night event – an evening with the acclaimed American...

Fri 15 Nov, 5.30pm

Join us in the Creative Quarter for the annual Christmas Light Switch On, a magical evening for all to enjoy! Experience the festive sparkle...

Fri 15 Nov, 7pm

Kick off the festive season with laughter and cheer as comedian Helen Lederer, known for her role in Absolutely Fabulous, lights up the Old...

Sat 16 Nov, 12pm

Ultra-marathon runner Susie Chan, known for her incredible endurance feats and vibrant personality, will be in conversation with Rob Hobson,...

Sat 16 Nov, 2pm

Dog-lover Rory Cellan-Jones, author, former BBC News technology correspondent, and proud owner of the Twitter-famous rescue dog Sophie from...

Sat 16 Nov, 4pm

Join us for an illuminating evening with the acclaimed Scottish author Ali Smith, as she discusses her latest novel Gliff and delves into...

Sat 16 Nov, 6pm

Don't miss an enchanting evening with Booker Prize-winning author Alan Hollinghurst as he discusses his much-anticipated new novel, Our Evenings....

Sat 16 Nov, 8pm

Sally Abé, celebrated chef and culinary innovator, brings her passion for food and dedication to empowering women in the kitchen to her latest...

Sun 17 Nov, 10.30am

Bring your little ones for a fun-filled morning with Folkestone-based children’s author Sheena Dempsey! Perfect for kids aged 6-9, Sheena...

Sun 17 Nov, 12pm

Join award-winning authors Irenosen Okojie and Elizabeth Macneal for an enthralling discussion that bridges the mystical and the mysterious....

Sun 17 Nov, 2pm

Lev Parikian and Oliver Smith join forces for this engaging discussion that bridges the gap between the natural world and spiritual reflection....

Sun 17 Nov, 4pm

Explore the intersections of class, power and the resurgence of the far right in the UK with three acclaimed authors Dan Evans, Vicky Spratt...

Sun 17 Nov, 6pm

Step into the shadows with two compelling voices as they explore the twisted and eerily captivating aspects of the horror-supernatural genre....

Sun 17 Nov, 8pm

Don’t miss an engaging evening with renowned author John Boyne as he unveils his latest novel, Fire. Known for his powerful storytelling...

Mon 18 Nov, 6pm

Be transported by an evening of compelling short stories and lively discussion with award-winning writers Lucy Caldwell (Openings), Naomi...

Mon 18 Nov, 8pm

Former Folkestone MP Damian Collins and historian and biographer Lucy Hughes-Hallett come together to explore themes of political manoeuvring,...

Tue 19 Nov, 6pm

This promises to be a riveting discussion between Lucia Osborne-Crowley, author of The Trial of Ghislaine Maxwell, and Sam McAlister, the...

Tue 19 Nov, 8pm

Jo Hamya and Rebecca Watson discuss their second novels, and take the stage for an insightful conversation that explores the complicated intersections...

Wed 20 Nov, 6pm

Baroness Lola Young comes to Folkestone to discuss her poignant new memoir, Eight Weeks. As a prominent member of the House of Lords and a...

Wed 20 Nov, 8pm

Maria Balshaw, director of the Tate since 2017 and author of the new book, Gathering of Strangers: Why Museums Matter, joins the dynamic Ramsgate-based...

Thu 21 Nov, 4.30pm

Step into the world of art and culture with a captivating discussion between two of the most insightful voices in contemporary art criticism...

Thu 21 Nov, 6pm

You won't want to miss one of the festival’s most anticipated event – an evening with acclaimed author David Nicholls. Best known for...

Thu 21 Nov, 8pm

It won't just be Harry Potter fans who'll feel moved after an evening with David Holmes, a competitive gymnast from Essex who became a beloved...

Fri 22 Nov, 4.30pm

Football is more than just a game — it’s a global phenomenon that has shaped cultures, sparked movements and brought together millions...

Fri 22 Nov, 6pm

Don't miss this gripping discussion with Asad Qureshi, author of 165 Days: Prisoner of the Taliban, as he shares his harrowing firsthand account...

Fri 22 Nov, 8pm

Be part of a wild and unforgettable evening with Roberto Sendoya Escobar, now an artist living in Majorca and author of First Born, who will...

Sat 23 Nov, 10.30am

Calling all young artists! Join acclaimed author and art historian Ruth Millington for a fun-filled, hands-on creative morning where you get...

Sat 23 Nov, 12pm

Always dreamed of buried treasures? This event promises to unveil the secrets of finding extraordinary artefacts in the most unexpected places...

Sat 23 Nov, 2pm

In today’s fast-paced world, burnout has become a pressing issue that touches nearly everyone. Join best-selling author and broadcaster...

Sat 23 Nov, 3.30pm

Dive into the captivating world of maritime history and the sea's influence on literature with three remarkable authors. Irish author Sinead...

Sat 23 Nov, 5pm

Take a closer look at the disturbing realities of online radicalisation and its impact on society with two acclaimed journalists, James Ball...