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Tales for Tots and Toddlers
Tue 5 Nov, 11am
Storytelling at its most creative!Out of the Bag Theatre transports children with their adults right into the world of the story: through...
Labyrinth & After Party
Fri 8 Nov, 7pm
Join us for an unforgettable night as we screen Jim Henson’s cult classic Labyrinth, followed by a DJ set filled with David Bowie hits by...
Mrs H & the Sing-along Band
Tue 12 Nov, 11am
Mrs H & the Sing-along Band bring their unique family music back to Folkestone with a lineup of musicians including members of Red Snapper,...
Folkestone Book Festival 2024: Festival Pass
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...
Opening Night: Tracy Chevalier
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...
Creative Quarter Christmas Lights Switch-On 2024
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...
Helen Lederer: Getting Merry
Fri 15 Nov, 7pm
Join us for a night of laughter and joy with the fabulous Helen Lederer!Get ready to kick off the festive season in style as the beloved actress,...
Susie Chan & Rob Hobson: Run Strong, Eat Well
Sat 16 Nov, 12pm
Get ready for an inspiring morning of expert insights, practical advice and incredible stories as two leading figures in fitness and health...
Rory Cellan-Jones: Dogs Can Change Your Life
Sat 16 Nov, 2pm
An afternoon of paws and positivity with Rory Cellan-Jones and Sophie from Romania!Calling all dog lovers! Join Rory Cellan-Jones, former...
Ali Smith: Hidden Stories
Sat 16 Nov, 4pm
Join the acclaimed author Ali Smith, often described as “Scotland’s Nobel laureate-in-waiting,” for an illuminating evening as she discusses...
Alan Hollinghurst: Literary Luminary
Sat 16 Nov, 6pm
Don’t miss an enchanting evening with Booker Prize-winning author Alan Hollinghurst, as he reflects on his illustrious career and shares...
Sally Abé: Chef’s Table
Sat 16 Nov, 8pm
Join renowned chef Sally Abé, who made a name for herself in some of London’s most demanding kitchens — including The Savoy, The Ledbury,...
Family Time with Sheena Dempsey: Pablo and Splash
Sun 17 Nov, 10.30am
Bring your little ones for an exciting morning of storytelling and creativity with Folkestone-based illustrator and children's author Sheena...
Irenosen Okojie & Elizabeth Macneal: Mysticism and Mystery
Sun 17 Nov, 12pm
Join award-winning authors Irenosen Okojie and Elizabeth Macneal for a spellbinding discussion that traverses the mystical and the macabre....
Lev Parikian and Oliver Smith: A Journey Through the Sacred and the Natural
Sun 17 Nov, 2pm
Join writer, birdwatcher, and conductor Lev Parikian and award-winning travel journalist Oliver Smith for a captivating conversation about...
Dan Evans, Vicky Spratt & Yvonne Singh: Class, Power and the Rise of the Far Right
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...
Anna Bogutskaya & Andrew Michael Hurley: The Horrors That Haunt Us
Sun 17 Nov, 6pm
Dive into the world of horror with film critic and podcaster Anna Bogutskaya, author of Feeding the Monster: Why Horror Has a Hold on Us,...
John Boyne: Fire
Sun 17 Nov, 8pm
Acclaimed Irish author John Boyne — renowned for his bestsellers The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas and The Heart’s Invisible Furies — discusses...
Lucy Caldwell, Naomi Wood & Yan Ge: Stories of Motherhood and Mayhem
Mon 18 Nov, 6pm
Award-winning short story writers Lucy Caldwell, Naomi Wood, and Yan Ge come together to discuss their work, which often explores the complexities...
Damian Collins & Lucy Hughes-Hallett: Power Games
Mon 18 Nov, 8pm
Former MP Damian Collins and historian and biographer Lucy Hughes-Hallett come together to discuss the dynamics of power in politics from...
Lucia Osborne-Crowley & Sam McAlister: Rogues and Royalty
Tue 19 Nov, 6pm
Join journalist Lucia Osborne-Crowley, who had intimate access to the sex-trafficking trial of Ghislaine Maxwell, and Sam McAlister, known...
Jo Hamya & Rebecca Watson: Family, Identity and the Struggles of a Generation
Tue 19 Nov, 8pm
Join rising-star authors Jo Hamya (The Hypocrite) and Rebecca Watson (I Will Crash) as they delve into the challenges faced by their generation,...
Baroness Lola Young: Inside the House of Lords
Wed 20 Nov, 6pm
Baroness Lola Young, a pioneering voice in British public life and one of the first Black women members of the House of Lords, shares her...
Maria Balshaw & Bob and Roberta Smith: Art and Legacy
Wed 20 Nov, 8pm
Join us for an inspiring evening with Maria Balshaw, director of the Tate and author of Gathering of Strangers: Why Museums Matter, alongside...
Ignite Your Writing: A Creative Workshop with Eve Ainsworth
Thu 21 Nov, 11am
Are you eager to start writing, but unsure where to begin? Or maybe you’ve already started but feel stuck in your writing journey? Join...
Folkestone Authors Showcase
Thu 21 Nov, 4pm
Join us for a fun and fast-paced celebration of Folkestone’s vibrant literary talent at the Folkestone Authors Showcase. This is your chance...
Cancelled: Lauren Elkin & Will Gompertz: Unleashing the Art Monsters
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...
David Nicholls: Exploring Life’s Crossroads
Thu 21 Nov, 6pm
Join us for one of the festival’s most anticipated events — an evening with the celebrated author David Nicholls, whose best-selling novel...
David Holmes: Harry Potter’s Stunt Double
Thu 21 Nov, 8pm
Don't miss this unforgettable evening with David Holmes, the beloved stuntman who worked as Daniel Radcliffe’s double in the Harry Potter...
Suzy Wrack & John McNicoll: The Beautiful Game: Past, Present, and Future
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...
Asad Qureshi and Christiana Spens: Surviving the Taliban
Fri 22 Nov, 6pm
Prepare for a riveting evening with Asad Qureshi, British filmmaker and author of 165 Days: Prisoner of the Taliban, as he shares his extraordinary...
Roberto Sendoya Escobar: My Story
Fri 22 Nov, 8pm
Get ready for an unforgettable highlight of the festival with the extraordinary Roberto Sendoya Escobar! Now an acclaimed artist living in...