Day of the Dead, Halloween Trails and MORE!
Plus, a little change to our schedule 🎃
Things have gotten a little spooky around here, don’t you think? I love how enthusiastically Ramsgate has celebrated Halloween, and while the big day is officially over, there are still plenty of events happening today for kids, adults, and ghouls alike. Now, I’m not usually someone who’s into a theme, but I’m literally writing this dressed up as a witch, complete with a broomstick and black cat in the window. I suppose stranger things have happened…
Before I leave you for sweets and a spooky playlist, I wanted to give you a heads up on a slight change to our scheduling. When we started sending the newsletter, Saturday at 8am seemed like a good time. However, with the bulk of events happening over the weekend, it doesn’t feel like I’m giving you much time to plan. From next week, Don’t Miss will be landing in your inbox on Sundays at 8pm. This will include events from Monday to Sunday so that you can plan for the week ahead and be sure not to miss a thing. Call this a trial run, as we may revert back, but I’m excited about the prospect of a Sunday night event digest. Please feel free to provide us with feedback on the new time.
Don’t miss out, until next week - EJP x
🌌 Discovery Planet Presents: Spooky Science Stalls
Sat 1 Nov, 12 - 5 pm / Ramsgate Space, Charlotte Court
Discovery Planet is back in the town centre for one day only, and as always, needs your support. Six expert science students will be ready and waiting for some hands-on family science fun with slime, potions, and chemical reactions.
🎟 Free
🧑🎨 Pictures and Pots: Julie Westbury and Geoffrey Reeve
Sat 1 Nov - Mon 3 Nov, 11am - 4pm / Margo in Margate Studio, 35 Addington Street
Local artists Julie and Geoffrey have joined forces to present ‘Pictures and Pots’, which tells all in its title. Visitors will also have the chance to grab a copy of ‘Dancing By’, a limited edition book by Julie Westbury and Erin Brannigan.
🎟 Free
🖼️ Voices: Art history without the la-di-da
Wed 5 Nov, 7.30 - 9pm / The Falstaff
Attend an evening on art history with expert Julia Jane Heckles, covering themes from the Renaissance to modern creators.
🎟 £15 / DM to book
📚 Book Launch: Dunkirk Little Ships 2025
Fri 7 Nov, 6.30 - 9pm / Royal Temple Yacht Club
Photographer Mike Goldwater launches his new photo-book marking 85 years of Operation Dynamo.
🎟 Free
🧥 Elysium Vintage & Christmas Gift Fair
Sun 2 Nov, 10am – 5pm / Elysium, Paragon Works
Shop vintage fashion, homeware and seasonal gifts from local makers before chowing down on a homemade cake at Elysium. Top tip from me - make sure you explore every room and floor as it’s easy to miss makers in this one!
🎟 Free
🕊 Peace Vigil
Mon 3 Nov, 1 - 1.45pm / Ramsgate Town Centre
Reflections, readings and music to mark peace and unity ahead of Remembrance Week.
🎟 Free
🥪 Treaure Trove Pre-loved Sale
Fri 7 Nov, 6.30 - 10pm / Gather &
Treasure Trove is back, but on a Friday night. Get ready for the c-word with preloved sparkly clothes and vintage from local sellers, DJs and cocktails. My kinda Friday night.
🎟 Free
🔨 Repair Cafe
Sun 9 Nov, 10.30am - 1pm / Pie Factory
Ramsgate’s Repair Cafe is ready and waiting for those in need of simple household fixes. From electricals to household items, this volunteer-run event can help you keep your belongings in good working order.
🎟 Free
🎸 The Cinelli Brothers
Mon 3 Nov, 8pm / Red Arrows Music Club
London-based blues/soul four-piece, The Cincelli Brothers, are bringing their award-winning sound to Ramsgate. Expect nods to the electric Chicago and Texas blues of the 1960s and 1970s.
🎟 £18 / Book here
🎙 An Evening with Jeff Stelling
Thu 6 Nov, 7.30 - 9.45pm / The Granville Theatre
One for the football fanatics. Soccer Saturday legend Jeff Stelling shares stories from studio to sideline.
🎟 £34.65 / Book here
🎤 Samantics: 10 Years of Antics
Thu 6 Nov, 7.30 - 11pm / Ramsgate Music Hall
‘A Decade of Antics’ marks the 10-year anniversary of Samantics, whose spoken-word × hip-hop vibes are sure to bring a smile to the audience.
🎟 £16 / Book here
😂 Vaults Comedy
Thu 6 Nov, 6.30 - 9.30pm / Ramsgate Arts Club
Laugh out loud at this mixed-bill night of stand-up with Thor Stenhaug, Tadiwa Mahlunge, Kate Lucas and Max Fulham.
🎟 £18 / Book here
🎵 Roller Derby
Fri 7 Nov, 7.30 – 10pm / Ramsgate Music Hall
No, it’s not the Ramsgate Roller Disco. Instead, it’s a Hamburg-based dream-pop duo that will be bringing their bright hooks and shimmering vocals to the Music Hall.
🎟 £12.50 / Book here
🎨 Raise the Roof
Sat 8 Nov, 7 - 9.30 pm / St George’s Church
Pie Factory Music and St George’s are teaming up for a gala fundraiser to raise money for the ongoing work of Pie Factory Music and emergency repairs to the Vestry roof of St George’s. The evening will feature alumni from Pie’s Emerging Artists programme, including Claire Pitt Wigmore, Evan Williams, and Kingfisher.
🎟 from £8 / Book here
🕯 Reiki Sound Bath
Sun 2 Nov, 11 - 12.15 pm & 1 - 2.15 pm / Monkton Nature Reserve, Geodesic Dome
A gentle sound and Reiki meditation with Jessica Urwin & Sunni Briony to soothe and re-centre.
🎟 £28 / Book here
🎶 Singing Mamas Wellbeing Choir
Wed 5 Nov, 10.30am - 12pm / Arts in Ramsgate
Mamas, prepare your vocal chords and join this relaxed singing group for women and mothers, where folk songs, harmonies and connection are all part of the offering. Babies welcome.
🎟 £8 / Book here
🎪 Sanger’s Monster Menagerie Puppet Workshop
Sat 8 Nov, 11am - 4pm / Christ Church, Vale Square
Get creative with master puppeteer, James Frost and help to create a life-sized elephant as part of this ongoing workshop series.
🎟 Free / Book here
🦉 Wildlife Drawing Workshop
Sun 9 Nov, 11am - 1pm, 2 -4pm / Gather &
Join Jenny of Wildlife Drawing and Mark and Jerry of Our Amazing Animal World to sketch some of their amazing rescue animals, including Hettie the Pygmy Hedgehog, Gizmo the leopard gecko, Lucky the turkey, Mika the meerkat, and more. Excuse me while I shed a tear at just how wholesome this is.
🎟 from £25 / Book here
🎃 Addington Street Halloween Trail
Sat 1 Nov, 11am – 3pm / Addington Street
Trick-or-treat fun, spooky windows, and costumes galore along Addington Street. Donations support the restoration of Christ Church.
🎟 Free
📸 Arts in Ramsgate Halloween Photoshoot
Sat 1 Nov, 11am - 4pm / Arts in Ramsgate
Dress up, strike a pose, and take home a free professional Halloween portrait, Addams Family style. Yes, please!
🎟 Free / First-come, first-served
🦇 Spooky Games Saturday
Sat 1 Nov, 1 - 4pm / Micro Museum
Get involved with spooky-themed retro games on vintage computers and consoles as part of the museum’s Halloween activities.
🎟 Free
🏴☠️ Pirate Tales and Ghost Ships
Sat 1 Nov, 10am - 5pm / Plunder
Shiver me timbers, the Plunder crew are on deck for scary stories, flag designing, temporary tattoos and treasure hunting.
🎟 Free
🗡️ Ramsgate Pirates Festival Fundraiser
Sat 1 Nov, 4pm - late / The New Belgian Bar
In preparation for their festival next year, Ramsgate Pirates is hosting a fundraiser. Expect shanty singers, a pirate dance troop, pirate punch on arrival, and a special guest appearance by The Two Tone Pirates.
🎟 from £7.50 / Book here
🧛 Kids Halloween Disco
Sat 1 Nov, 1 - 4pm / Ramsgate Arts Club
A fang-tastic party for little monsters with music, games, and spooky surprises.
🎟 Free
💀 Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
Sat 1 Nov, 7pm - 3am / Ramsgate Arts Club
Mexican vibes, cocktails and colour at this late-night celebration of life.
🎟 Free
THINGS TO KNOW…
Young Lives Foundation is on the hunt for passionate volunteers that can help to provide safe and fun sapces for young people. Find out more info here.
Ramsgate FC is recruiting for its women’s team. See more information here.
Harbour-front bar Enoteca is now offering daily deals, including a bacon sarnie and coffee for £6.50 on a Monday.
The last Wilson’s Comedy Club of the year is coming up at the end of November. Book your ticket here.
Ramsgate-based small biz Loel and Co has launched its new collection (as seen on Kristin Bell!). Shop the collection before it goes.
Good call, I think, to move the publication time to Sunday evening - thanks!