Festive Marketplace 2024

Applications are open but spaces are very limited; apply here

Folkestone Marketplace 2025

Join a community of independent makers, crafters, designers and brands in 2025.

The Board Room

Shuffleboards, Darts and Beer. Now open!

FOLKESTONE HARBOUR IS OPEN

It’s time to explore our new food, drink and retail outlets for 2024.

Folkestone Harbour Arm: The Place To Be

Folkestone’s restored Harbour Arm is a beautiful promenade out at sea with a World-class view. Formerly a ferry port, Folkestone Harbour Arm is now home to a growing collection of independent businesses that has become a centre for Food, Drink and Entertainment in Kent; the Garden of England.

Join us as we reinvent the English seaside experience.

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A collection of our Street-food Kiosks, Cafes, Restaurants & Bars across the site are open. Where are you headed first?
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2024 OPPORTUNITIES
There are new opportunities across Folkestone Harbour for trading in 2024.
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Sat 23 Nov 24, 12:00 - 14:00
Free
Scrooged (12), 1988 In this modern take on Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol," Frank Cross (Bill Murray) is a wildly…
Sat 23 Nov 24, 15:00 - 17:00
Free
Live at The Tasting Rooms Catch the talented Scottish, Americana singer-songwriter, Lorraine Lucas live on our Tasting…
Sun 24 Nov 24, 12:00 - 14:00
Free
Edward Scissorhands (PG), 1990 A scientist (Vincent Price) builds an animated human being – the gentle Edward (Johnny…
Sun 24 Nov 24, 15:00 - 17:00
Free
With fantastic ambient live jazz from our one of resident performers Frances Knight you will set foot into an …
Sun 24 Nov 24, 15:00 - 17:00
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Full blown, joyous, brass-heavy, Phatt New Orleans vibes. The Native Oysters Band are a funky, New Orleans style,…
Fri 29 Nov 24, 17:00 - 20:00
Free
Two queer femme DJs who love playing songs to dance to. Expect girly pop, bangers and school disco classics.
Sat 30 Nov 24, 12:00 - 14:00
Free
Frozen (PG), 2013 When their kingdom becomes trapped in perpetual winter, fearless Anna (Kristen Bell) joins forces with…
Sat 30 Nov 24, 15:00 - 17:00
Free
Live at The Tasting Rooms Flogan are an ecclectic folk, americana duo made up of musicians Flaky Jake and Miriam Hogan…
Sat 30 Nov 24, 15:00 - 17:00
Free
Fun, post-rock and ominous Americana that's both nostalgic and deeply modern. Bamboozle combines…
Sun 01 Dec 24, 12:00 - 14:00
Free
Batman Returns (12), 1992 The monstrous Penguin (Danny DeVito), who lives in the sewers beneath Gotham, joins up with…
Sun 01 Dec 24, 15:00 - 17:00
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Katie has been recognised nationally in the British Blues Awards for multiple nominations for songwriting and female …
Fri 06 Dec 24, 17:00 - 20:00
Free

Disco and Festive Favourites REV plays the festive marketplace under the Christmas tree.

Photography by Dan…

Sat 07 Dec 24, 12:00 - 14:00
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Home Alone on the Harbour Screen When bratty 8-year-old Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) acts out the night before a…
Sat 07 Dec 24, 15:00 - 17:00
Free
Local Rock Choir singing your favourite Christmas and rock tunes! Rock Choir is the UK's leading contemporary,…
Sun 08 Dec 24, 12:00 - 14:00
Free
Last Christmas (12), 2019 Nothing seems to go right for young Kate, a frustrated Londoner who works as an elf in a…
Sun 08 Dec 24, 15:00 - 17:00
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Soul/Blues at it's finest as Samuel Ashton and the Instincts return to Folkestone Harbour. Samuel Ashton's music has…
Sat 14 Dec 24, 12:00 - 14:00
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Home Alone 2 on the Harbour Screen After snarky youth Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) loses track of his father at…
Sat 14 Dec 24, 15:00 - 17:00
Free
Eclectic Pop-rock with skilful harmonies Gentlemen of Few play an eclectic blend of indie/pop rock, fusing skilful vocal…
Sun 15 Dec 24, 12:00 - 14:00
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How the grinch stole christmas on the harbour screen In this live-action adaptation of the beloved children's tale by…
Sun 15 Dec 24, 15:00 - 17:00
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Miss Holiday and the Swingtones are a 5 piece band with female vocals, sax, piano, double bass and drums. Their mix of…
Sat 21 Dec 24, 12:00 - 14:00
Free
The Polar Express on the Harbour Screen Tom Hanks and director Robert Zemeckis ("Forrest Gump"; "Cast Away") reunite for…
Sat 21 Dec 24, 15:00 - 17:00
Free
Local, all female, rock/indie cover band. Pretty Crap are a local, all female band who perform a mixture of popular rock…
Sat 21 Dec 24, 17:00 - 20:00
Free
Sophisticated Sista Show Funk and Soul Sophisticated Sista Show has an emphasis on the female vocalist playing funk,…
Sun 22 Dec 24, 12:00 - 14:00
Free
The Holiday on the Harbour Screen Dumped and depressed, English rose Iris agrees to swap homes with similarly unlucky in…
Sun 22 Dec 24, 15:00 - 17:00
Free
Rudy Warman and The Heavy Weather are bringing back that old school Rock n Roll we all love and know. Described as the …
Mon 23 Dec 24, 12:00 - 14:00
Free
Elf (PG), 2003 Buddy (Will Ferrell) was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood…
Fri 15 Nov - Tue 24 Dec 24, 16:00 - 16:00
Free
Our hugely popular Festive Marketplace opens again on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays running up to Christmas Eve. …
Tue 24 Dec 24, 15:00 - 17:00
Free
Euphoric tunes that elevate the soul using live loops, synths, vocals and a signature Latin guitar style. is a unique…
Thu 26 Dec 24, 14:00 - 16:00
Free
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (U), 1971 A sweet boy from a poor family dreams of finding one of five golden…
Fri 27 Dec 24, 14:00 - 16:00
Free
Despicable Me (U), 2010 Supervillain Gru, a man who delights in all things wicked, hatches a plan to steal the moon….
Sat 28 Dec 24, 14:00 - 16:00
Free
Jarassic Park (12), 1993 In Steven Spielberg's massive blockbuster, paleontologists Alan Grant (Sam Neill) and Ellie…
Sun 29 Dec 24, 14:00 - 16:00
Free
Matilda (12), 1993 This film adaptation of a Roald Dahl work tells the story of Matilda Wormwood (Mara Wilson), a…
Sun 29 Dec 24, 14:00 - 16:00
Free
Matilda (12), 1993 This film adaptation of a Roald Dahl work tells the story of Matilda Wormwood (Mara Wilson), a…
Mon 30 Dec 24, 14:00 - 16:00
Free
The Goonies (12), 1985 Old-fashioned yarn about a band of adventurous kids who take on the might of a property…
Tue 31 Dec 24, 14:00 - 16:00
Free
Up (U), 2009 Carl Fredricksen, a 78-year-old balloon salesman, is about to fulfill a lifelong dream. Tying thousands…
Wed 01 Jan 25, 14:00 - 16:00
Free
Groundhog Day (PG), 1993 A cynical TV weatherman finds himself reliving the same day over and over again when he goes…
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coffee house and roastery right next to the english channel From its carefully selected and lovingly roasted coffee...

your pleasure hand pulled After an incredibly successful pop-up at last year’s Festive Market, we are delighted to...

Dog Deli is the ultimate destination for your pooch! We source only the highest quality treats for your dog to enjoy....
Floc. Brewery bring their 'Beer is Beautiful' philosophy to the flagship bar in The Goods Yard. Founded in 2020, Floc. …

If you’re a meat lover, you must sample the succulent and satisfying 15-hour slow cooked beef brisket from The...

Andy is a photographer from Kent. He loves capturing the world from unusual angles and perspectives. Following a...

Expanding from Harbourside, Little Baoboba brings their incredible popular Baos and Bubble Teas to The Goods Yard.
Sole kitchens little sister The team behind Sole Kitchen present Fish Shack; your one stop shop for all things fishy in...

Bringing ‘A Little Taste of Norway’ to the festive season with some handmade traditional Norwegian makes and...

A delightful collection of curiosities, trinkets and objets d’art. Witchy Wednesday offers unique and characterful...

Relaxed, Eastern Mediterranean Lounge Cavells is housed in a pair of sensitive restored and reimagined train carriages...

Folkestone sea glass jewellery/sterling silver jewellery, crystals, holistic products and gifts We are a mother and...

The team behind Rocksalt present Little Rock; a relaxed, beachside dining experience Housed in a collection of shipping...

Create your own Potpourri Mix, or choose a beautifully designed and scented Christmas decoration, wreath, or ornament....

mussels, lobster, fillet steak & sparkling wine. this is the height of decadence with breath-taking views of the...
Join us at the Produced in Kent hut (No 19) for a rotating lineup of Kent’s finest producers every weekend from...

Sicilian Bakery and Cafe Let’s Amore, owned and operated by locals Juliette Golding and Tony Sammito, serves...

Queso Hombre is a cheese-lover's delight. Raclette, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches and Charcuterie with a Spanish flair …

DGriffinArt makes high quality, unique, and meticulously detailed illustrated prints of sports, popular culture, and...

Adjoining our Adventure Golf Course, Hulas offers a varied menu that wouldn't be out of place at Venice Beach. …

Molly Jones is a local artist and founder of MOJO Studios. Molly Jones, the Folkestone-based artist behind MOJO Studios,...

Delicious, wood-fired pizza All Barney and the Pizza pizzas have a delicious tomato base using San Marzano tomatoes from...

Unique vintage fashion, accessories and gifts. Lovingly handpicked vintage t-shirts, knitwear, dresses and much more! We...

In a world first (probably, we didn’t really check), our hut on the Harbour Arm allows you to customise T-shirts...

Bao Buns and Bubble Tea The exceedingly popular bubble tea is now available at Folkestone Harbour. Baoboba are bringing...

Kent based artist that creates graffiti and pop art inspired artwork. I’m a Kent based artist specialising in...

Our 12-hole Adventure Golf Course on the beach The 12-hole course, developed by the creators of the courses at Leeds...

We make bespoke pebble art for any occasion. Our products are primarily Pebble Art pictures but we also create...

At Terlingham Vineyard, we craft award-winning wines rooted in the unique terroir of the Kent North Downs. Beyond our...

Minutas cooks traditional Argentine street food with delicious churros for pudding. Paula has been serving traditional...

Sustainably made, quality organic cotton clothing and sterling silver jewellery Stuart Austen clothing

A brand inspired...

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Sailbox by Harbour Coffee Co Brought to you by the team behind the exceedingly popular Harbour Coffee Co, Sail Box is a...

Handmade Ceramics. Tableware & Homeware. I’m a ceramist based in near Faversham, originally from Japan. My...

Sustainable Living Redefined in Style We are a family run indie business that have been calling Folkestone Harbour home...

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Beachside

The Pilot Beach Bar offers a stunning outdoor setting to grab a tea or coffee, A Craft Beer OR Gin & Tonic, or...

Designed To Be Different, Made To Last. Red One Design is a solo, independent brand specialising in unique, handcrafted...

Folkestone based photographer specialising in landscape and fine art photographic prints. Explore my passion of...

A treasure trove of all things vintage, quirky and gorgeous! The South East Emporium is a vintage treasure trove of all...

Mexican inspired street food. Owner Alex Perry lived in Mexico for a year and loved the food combinations he discovered...

Taste the Med From the same family team behind the much beloved Big Greek Bus on The Harbour Arm comes Greek Street. All...

Serving a large variety ice creams, sweet treats and hot and cold drinks. Their hand-blended teas are a speciality and...

Set into the historic granite of Platform 4, Dessert Folkes offer the best in sweet treats, from waffles cones to ice …
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Shuffle, Darts and Beer The Board Room is a first for Kent.

Home to 2 18ft, handcrafted Canadian Maple Shuffleboards...

Brewing Brothers Beachside is a taproom space anchored by an impressive wood fired oven focussed menu. The new …
In a setting like this how could you not sample some seafood? Sole kitchen brings you a mouth-watering range of seafood...

Handmade jewellery from recycled metals where the silver comes from NHS xray films, the gold and copper from electrical...

Gaia was such a hit in the marketplace that its ever-expanding offer of beautiful, handmade homewares eventually spread …

The Folkestone Distillery is dedicated to crafting high-quality, coastal-inspired spirits that capture the essence of...

Chock Shop sell delicious handmade artisan chocolate brownies in a variety of flavours and toppings, served with warm...

Lemon is a ceramicist who loves using colour and pattern on her wheel thrown or handbuilt pieces. Creating well crafted,...

Sterling silver jewellery handmade at the hut! At inSilver, Aimi creates classic and one of a kind jewellery pieces from...

Handcraft and one-off, unique items from handcrafted lamps, home decor and beautiful pottery. Our hut is a shared...

Restaurant, Delicatessen & Oyster Bar The Lighthouse Tasting rooms is a brand new restaurant, brought to you by the...
With its dramatic location and striking architectural setting, replete with fine English Sparkling Wines and Champagnes, …

Gilda is an artisan bakery serving festive breads, pastries and Great Taste award-winning mince pies. All our products...

Unique, freshly baked cookies and treats of all kinds. Specialising in gourmet cookies and luxury baked treats, using...

FOLKESTONE HARBOUR ARM HAS QUICKLY BECOME CELEBRATED AS A FOOD, DRINK AND EVENT DESTINATION...