Things to see and do in Thanet, January 16-18

Sentimental Value -15

Palace Cinema Broadstairs, 16 January to 20 January

Director Joachim Trier reunites with his lead from The Worst Person in the World for a similarly spot-on mix of wit, insight and heartache. Here, two adult sisters navigate their emotional wounds and futures when their absentee father comes back into their lives following the death of their mother. OSCAR & BAFTA front-runner! Details here

Quiz Night

16th January, 7pm, Violets in High Street, St Lawrence

Put your knowledge to the test at Violet’s in Ramsgate.

Quiz night with quiz master Dan.

Tickets £5

Bingo night

January 16, 7.30pm, Ramsgate RBL Club in Cliff Street

Bingo night fun

Machine Rigueur – New Dance Rituals

16th January, 9pm, Bar Nothing Margate

Expect a darkly energetic dancefloor

A night of synth, EBM, post‑punk, industrial, goth and new romantic sounds.

Free

Gabriel Moreno and the Quivering Poets

16th January, doors open 7.30pm, starts 8.30pm, Ramsgate Community Cinema, Albert Street

Gabriel Moreno and the poets return to Ramsgate for one night only, bringing music and poetry to Ramsgate Community Cinema.

Gabriel Moreno will be joined by the Quivering ones plus some special

16+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)

Tickets £13.20 Book now

Song Sung Blue- 12a

Now until January 22, Carlton Cinema Westgate

Based on a true story that dares you to dream huge, Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson star as Mike and Claire, two down-on-their-luck musicians who form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band. Drawn together by a shared love of Diamond’s music, they embark on a life changing journey by taking to the stage as Lightning & Thunder – proving it’s never too late to find love, rediscover your purpose, and follow your dreams. Details here

Reopening of The Australian Arms

January 17, 7.30pm, Aussie Arms Ramsgate

New landlords Adam and Stephen welcome you to the refurbished Aussie Arms.

Meat raffle from January 18.

The Australian Arms will be supporting the following charities:

107.8 Academy FM Thanet local radio station

Ramsgate RNLI

Hornets Boxing Club

St Lawrence Church Clock Restorations.

Raising money through charity pots on the bar, proceeds from the Sunday meat raffle, other raffles etc

Dancing with Giants

January 17, 11am to 11pm, San Clu Ramsgate

Music day being held in aid of the ‘Standing with Giants’ charity.
Featuring Ricky Fontaine; Laura May; In With Flynn; The Rocket Rayz; The Backbeat Jivers and Scott Elvis plus DJ’s.

In The Air Tonight – A Tribute to Phil Collins and Genesis

17th January, 7.30pm, The Granville Theatre Ramsgate

IN THE AIR TONIGHT – the ultimate live tribute to the one and only Phil Collins.

From the epic drum breaks to the soul-stirring ballads, this show brings the sound of a generation roaring back to life. Relive the magic of Phil’s greatest moments – from his Genesis roots to his incredible solo career – in a concert that will have you singing, swaying, and dancing all night long.

Starring an electrifying live band, powerhouse vocals, and a stellar cast of musicians, In The Air Tonight captures the unmistakable energy, emotion, and drive of Phil Collins like never before.

From £34.65 plus transaction fee of £2.50 Book now

Saturday Family Friendly Session

17th January, 11am to 1pm,  Clayspace at rear of 60 Ethelbert Road, Cliftonville

Release your inner potters as you make the pots or sculptures of your dreams in a professional studio space at Clayspace in Cliftonville

These classes offer an exciting opportunity for adults and children to have a creative session together working with real clay!

These 2 hour sessions are suitable for all ages and abilities and give everyone plenty of time to make something by hand, and also to have a go on the potter’s wheel.

There’s a zero waste policy in the studio, and any pots you don’t want to keep can be completely recycled and the clay will be used again, so you can just choose your best masterpieces for firing at the end of the session.

There is a small charge for all work you wish to be fired which is calculated by weight or volume to cover the cost of clay, glazes and firing.

No unaccompanied children in this session please.

Tickets £26 Book now

Brighter Days Market

17th January, 10am-3pm, Radford House Ramsgate

Find handmade, local and amazing quality and design at Radford House – each maker and artist is a small and local business and currently all East Kent based

It will be a day of offers with great opportunities to pick up a bargain as the Makers clear the decks ready for 2026 – seconds, samples and end of line items will be available to buy, alongside some special offers.

You’ll find prints by Ramsgate artist Lisa Illustrations, who created a fabulous series of posters for South East Railways in 2025, with end of line prints starting at £15, alongside mats and coasters from Jenny Duff, with sets of 4 mats or coasters starting at £10.

It’s a great line-up of makers, as ever – jewellery, glassware, soaps, stationery, ceramics, homewares, knitwear and more.

If you can’t be there in person, the sale will continue online through a link from brighterdaysmarkets.co.uk – on Sunday 18 January, 9am to 9pm online at brighterdaysmarkets.co.uk

Monthly Pop-up Charity Shop

17th January, 10am to noon, St John’s, Margate

Monthly fundraiser in support of the Community Centre.

Lots of bargains!

There will be a whole room full of pre-loved clothing for men, women and children, as well as a wide range of accessories.

Stalls include jewellery, handcrafted items, craft materials, toys and children’s books, bric a brac, household items, vintage and books.

Meet friends and make friends in the cafe space over a cup of tea and a sweet or savoury treat from the popular cake stall.

Raffle drawn at 11.50am

A warm welcome for all. Free entry.

WonderWorks Model Show

17th January, 10am to 3pm The WonderWorks by Hornby Hobbies

Inaugural annual Model Show at The WonderWorks

Come see an array of scale models on display from different model clubs.

Mamma Mia Bottomless Brunch

17th January, 1pm,  Silvers Showbar Ramsgate

Get Souper Trouper excited for this Abba themed bottomless brunch

With the choice of bottomless prosecco or upgrade to cocktails.

With live music to keep you entertained as you enjoy the atmopshere.

Tickets £10 Deposit per person / £40 bottomless Prosecco / £45 bottomless cocktails/spirits

Book now

‘Not In my Backyard’ fundraising all dayer for Where Else?

17th January, 5.30pm-11pm, Where Else? The Centre, Margate

A fund raising all dayer packed with some of Margate’s finest bands and musicians at Where Else?

All proceeds will be donated towards keeping the lights on at Margate’s premier grassroots music venue and community arts space.

All ages (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult)

Tickets £5 / £10 / £20… pay what you want from the 3 fundraising price tiers

Book now

Blackout Tour

18th January, 4pm, Ramsgate Tunnels

Experienced guides take you back to the dark days of November 1940, lit only with paraffin lamps, at the Ramsgate Tunnels

As the bitterly cold winter of 1940 set in, Ramsgate was a town in the grips of war, scarred by earlier air raids with a population hoping that it would all be over by Christmas.

Early in November the town suffered an air raid that knocked out the electricity and gas supply leaving the town in darkness. Air raids or air raid warnings continued everyday, up to six times a day throughout the month and the residents of Ramsgate grew restless as conditions in the town started to deteriorate.

Join Ramsgate Tunnels for a tour lit only with paraffin lamps, as the experienced guides take you back to the dark days of Winter 1940.

The tour lasts approximately 1 hr 30 mins.

Due to the restricted visibility on the tours and the paraffin lamps used the tour is unsuitable for children aged 12 and below and for those with mobility issues.

A safety briefing is given at the start of the tour.

Remember to wrap up warm, the Tunnels remain at a cool 11°C.

Tickets £15 Book now

Now For Disco

17th January, 7pm, Margate Arts Club

Ashley George playing the very finest in disco, funk and rare groove…

Relaxed Hours

January 18, 11am to 1pm, Turner Contemporary

These events are for people who prefer to visit the gallery when it is less crowded, including neurodivergent visitors, people with sensory differences, anxiety, and learning disabilities.

What to expect during these sessions:

– Toilet hand dryers are switched off
– Additional staff are on hand to support your visit
– A ‘calm space’ will be available in the ground floor Foyle Rooms
– Large print text, magnifying sheets, wheelchairs, portable stools, and ear defenders are available to use in the gallery.

You can access digital content on the Bloomberg App. Ask staff if you would like to borrow an iPad for this purpose.

Crossing Into Darkness

18th January – 12th April, Carl Freedman Gallery Margate

A group exhibition curated by Dame Tracey Emin

Open 12 noon – 5pm, Wednesday – Sunday

Preview: 17th January, 5-7pm

Crossing Into Darkness brings together a group of artists whose works confront the darkness inherent in human experience, not as something to be feared but as a necessary threshold toward renewal. In times marked by upheaval and uncertainty, this journey feels both universal and deeply personal.

Featuring works by: David Altmejd, Georg Baselitz, Louise Bourgeois, Marlene Dumas, Tracey Emin, Laura Footes, Antony Gormley, Francisco Goya, Gilbert & George, Celia Hempton, Anselm Kiefer, Joline Kwakkenbos, Mark Manders, Danielle Mckinney, Lindsey Mendick, Juanita McNeely, Edvard Munch, Hermann Nitsch, Janice Nowinski, Anna Pakosz and Johnnie Shand Kydd.

Free Entry

New Moon Gong Bath

18th January, 5pm, Gather& Military Road, Ramsgate

Harness that new moon energy and surrender to deep relaxation in this gong sound bath run by Bettina Ji in Ramsgate.

This event is for maximum 18 people.

Please arrive 15 minutes early, event starts prompt. Mats are available but you are welcome to bring your own, blankets and pillow, water bottle. Dress comfortably and with warm layers to be able to deeply relax. With the sound and the relaxation your body cools down quickly.

Tickets £26.50 Book now

Bee’s Bookshare

18th January, 2pm-4pm, Droit House in Margate

Forget reading a set text… Bee’s Bookshare meets every month to share the books they’ve loved, loathed, can’t put down and can’t get into.

They each take away a new read and have a brilliantly book-loving social time.

As usual, they’ll have their book chat and swap, cakey treats and hot and cold drinks.

There’s no need to book in advance, just turn up!