Don't Miss: Ellington Park May Fayre, Eurovision & Karablokey
It's a very busy May!
Happy Sunday, folks! I hope everyone has managed to stay cosy today, unlike me, who chose to spend the morning doing a car boot! Did anyone catch the Looping the Loop festivities in town yesterday? If you did, I hope you enjoyed…
Eurovision will be hitting Ramsgate this week. I have mixed feelings about Eurovision, but I don’t have mixed feelings about Ramsgate’s own Sam of Look Mum, No Computer. Sorry, if you’ve not seen the Furby machine, you need to! There are several viewing parties taking place across town, with a large outdoor screening by the harbour. Details below, as always…
Don’t miss out, until next week - EJP x
🎪 Ellington Park May Fayre
Sun 17 May, 11.30am - 6.30pm / Ellington Park
I am stoked to finally have Sundays off work, which means I can finally visit Ellington Park’s annual May event. From a funfair, train rides, and over 100 food and craft stalls, there’s so much to see. Catch me at the dog show from 11.30am. George and Lionel, you got this!
🎟 Free
🎥 Film: If I Had Legs I'd Kick You
Wed 13 May, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
Ramsgate Community Cinema is really putting on some corkers at the moment. This 2025 American psychological drama film, written and directed by Mary Bronstein, features the fabulous Rose Byrne and has 92% on Rotten Tomatoes. Friday’s matinee screening of Rental Family at 2pm is also well worth a watch if you like observing human interactions.
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door
🪖 338: Ramsgate Remembers
From Fri 15 May - Jun 28 / Ramsgate Harbour
338 life-sized silhouettes are due to hit Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour as Standing with Giants honours the sacrifice of those involved in the Dunkirk evacuation of 1940.
🎟 Free
🔦 Ramsgate Tunnels Local History Day
Sat 16 May, 10am - 4pm / Ramsgate Tunnels
Thanet and East Kent’s heritage organisations and museums come together for a day of local history. Deep tunnel shelter tours will run throughout the day, with the likes of the Powell Cotton museum and Broadstairs Palace Cinema also making an appearance.
🎟 Free
🥐 New Opening: LIFT
Mon - Tue, Thu - Sun, 10am - 4pm / Royal Harbour Parade (next to the arcades)
There’s another new cafe in town and baked goods queen Lorna (previously Elysium) is involved so you can bet it’s gonna be tasty. Vegan and gluten free options also available.
🌍 Refillable Van
Mon 11 May, 11am - 2pm / Radford House
Bring your own containers to refill eco-friendly household essentials, dry foods, beauty products, and the list goes on.
♫ Live Music Quiz with Andy Mack
Thu 14 May, 7.30pm / Queens Head
Think you’re in the know about music? Andy Mack is back with this live music quiz. Entry includes nibbles, and curry from Ruby’s is served until 8.30pm.
🎟 £5 including nibbles / Call to book: 01843 853888
🤘Glazyhaze
Tue 12 May, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
Venice-based band Glazyhaze are influenced by shoegaze, dream pop, and alternative sounds. The result is tunes with dark atmospheres alongside dreamy and ethereal soundscapes. Don’t miss it.
🎟 £12.50 / Book here
🎤 Karablokey
Fri 15 May, from 7pm / The Alley Bar
We all have that one mate at karaoke that does not share the mic, and this time, Mr Pat Riarchy is owning it. Get there for 7pm for Happy Hour and bring a duet you’ve always wanted to sing with him.
🎟 from £5 / Book here
🎹 Elton John Tribute
Fri 15 May, 8.30pm / The San Clu
Elton John is back again, baby! Or at least, his tribute act is. Grab those sparkly sunglasses and feel the love…
🎟 Free
🤠 Country Roads: One Night of Country Classics
Fri 15 May, 7.30 - 10.30pm / The Granville Theatre
Leave your 9-to-5 worries at the door and celebrate country music icons. These boots were made for walking straight to The Granville.
🎟 £34.65 / Book here
🪩 Eurovision Watch Party
Sat 16 May, 7pm – Midnight / Opposite Queen’s Head
Join in with the camp side of Eurovision and support this giant screening of Ramsgate’s own Look Mum No Computer, and if you’re an avid fan, catch the semi-finals at Ramsgate Arts Club on Tuesday and Thursday. Eins, zwei, drei…
🎟 Free
🤘Peter and The Test Tube Babies
Sat 16 May, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
17-year-old punks Peter Bywaters and Del Strangefish founded their band in 1978 and have been going strong ever since. Catch their latest show while it’s here.
🎟 £20 / Book here
😂 Chuckl. Presents Joe Pasquale
Sat 16 May, 7.30 - 9.45pm / Granville Theatre
Joe Pasquale, Mike McClean, Fiona Allen & Justin Panks will be bringing all the laught to May’s edition of Chuckl. Expect fast-paced stand-up and crowd work.
🎟 £29.15 / Book here
✏️ Coffee and Craft Morning
Wed 13 May, 11am - 1pm / Violet’s
Violet’s own crafting wizard, Mandy, will lead this creative session where you can get help with craft projects. Meet like-minded people and learn a new skill!
🎟 £5 for first session, £7.50 after (includes a drink) / DM or call to book
🍋 Lemon: stamp carving and print
Wed 13 May, 1.1 - 2.45pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Another one for you crafters and lemon lovers. Make your own lemon rubber stamp with the team at Little Ravens (nb: this one’s for 15+).
🎟 £35 / Book here
🛼 Kent Roller Disco
Sat 16 May, 1 - 2.30pm / Ramsgate Leisure Centre
Roller fans unite at this monthly roller disco. Alas, I’ll be in the shop, so none of you will be able to laugh at my attempts to glide around the place.
🎟 £8 (skate hire included)
💃🏻 Ballroom Fitness Class
Wed 13 May / 6.30 - 7.30pm, Manston Sports and Social Club
Put on your dancing shoes and join this ballroom fitness class by Lead & Follow, with partner sessions taking place straight after - book your slot in advance!
🎟 £8pp / Book here
Three things to know:
Ramsgate councillor Raushan Ara has been elected for a fifth term as town mayor, with Jane Hetherington taking the deputy position. Congratulations both!
Ramsgate Carnival is on the hunt for participants. It’s taking place 25 - 26 Jul. See more here.
Silverland Studios will be hosting week-long art workshops for half term (25 - 29 May) for children aged 5-9 and 9-13. 5 sessions will be £60. Info and booking via
christine.henn@gmx.de
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