I can’t quite believe it’s the last day of August, but here we are.
Whether you’re needing a chilled Bank Holiday today after the weekend activities, or you want to make the most of the extra day off, there’s plenty going on for all below. I had a busy one, nipping over to see Fatboy Slim in Margate on Friday night and enjoying the Bank Holiday festivities in town, so I’ll be making the most of some down time before schools start up later this week. I might even go and check out the brand new Wagamama opening today (more on that below!)
As we look towards September there’s lots to look forward to, from Autumnal food offerings popping up, to cosy pub events and workshops galore.
But, if you’re like me, you’ll be clinging on to summer for just a little while longer. Don’t miss out - Kim xx
📽 Film: Teenage Sex & Death at Camp Miasma (15)
From Fri 4 Sep / Palace Cinema
The new Gillian Anderson film arrives at The Palace this week, for fans of The Substance and if you’re into surrealist psychological slashers. Otherwise their Billy Wilder season also continues this week, with The Seven Year Itch playing on Tue, and Witness for the Prosecution on both Sat & Sun.
🎟️ From £8 / Book here
🌊 White Cliffs of Kingsgate Walk + Talk
Sat 5 Sep, 10.30am - 1pm / Meet: Captain Digby Car Park
Join geology expert Richard Hubbard on a coastal walk and talk based on his book to explore the geology, fossils and stories of the scenic Kingsgate coastline. Suitable for adults (& 11 years+).
🎟️ £5-£10 suggested donation / Book here
✍🏻 Coastal Community Learning Anniversary Open Day
Sat 5 Sep, 10am - 2pm / Sarah Thorne Theatre + Hilderstone College
Celebrate Coastal Community Learning’s one year anniversary at Sarah Thorne with lots of free activities, from stretch and fitness, to yoga and Tai Chi, glass fusing demonstrations, pastel drawing, doodle art, creative writing and much more. Events are taking place at both Sarah Thorne Theatre and Hilderstone College throughout.
🎟️ Free / More info
🍜 Wagamama Opening
Mon 31 Aug, 11am - 10pm / Westwood Cross
Thanet people rejoice! Wagamama officially opens at Westwood Cross from today. Located between Captain D's and Costa Coffee, head down today to catch the special giant udon noodle ribbon-cutting ceremony, enjoy some opening-day offers and get your ramen fix. Mine’s the Chicken Katsu Curry.
Book here
🍌 Last Day for Giant’s Summer Menu
Mon 31 Aug / Giant Coffee
Summer has come and almost… gone! Which means today is the last day to enjoy Giant Coffee’s Summer Specials in all three locations. The Ice Cream Parlour is closing for 2026, but that does mean the countdown to their Autumn launch is on 👀
Keep an eye on new menu updates here
🍋🟩 Frozen Cocktails at Sonder
Sonder
Have you tried the frozen cocktails at Sonder yet? Broadstairs’ answer to the Little Swift hatch, they’ve introduced six new machines of delicious frozen cocktails. They all look great, but if a Frozen Margarita’s on the menu, that’s what I’m having.
🍖 Sunday Roasts Return
Royal Albion Hotel and Tartar Frigate
I’m not happy about Summer ending, but I’m also looking forward to what Autumn has to offer, and part of that is all of the Sunday Roasts returning. This week both The Royal Albion Hotel and the Tartar Frigate started up their roasts again, so book up and enjoy roast potato season.
More info
🍕 Last Week: Twists of Broadstairs
Closing Sun 6 Sep / Twists of Broadstairs
Sad news for Broadstairs: Twists is closing down at the end of this week due to rising costs. Head there while you can for delicious pizzas, starters and desserts over the next few days. They’ll be missed.
Follow them here
🌟 Shop Local Spotlight / Point of Healing
Need some help to get you feeling good again? Point of Healing offers acupuncture and hypnotherapy to help you move through stress, pain and stuck patterns gently, deeply and for good. Treatments address body and mind together, so you leave genuinely different, not just temporarily better.
Julie LaBarge also hosts yoga and wellness retreats as Anam Holistic Retreats. The next one runs 7 to 11 October in Columbeira, Portugal, offering fresh air, movement and space to reconnect. Spots are limited, see the website for details.
📍 Point of Healing, The Bay Clinic, York Street, Broadstairs
Want to see your business here? Email the lovely Georgie to enquire: georgie@dontmissmediagroup.com
🛟 RNLI Beach Lifeguard Fundraiser Gig
Thu 3 Sep, 8pm - 11pm / Pavilion
Our local beach lifeguards are hosting a charity band at the Pavilion to raise money for the RNLI. Great tunes for a great cause.
🎟️ £10 / Book here
🪩 Neptune’s Choir End of Summer Festival
Fri 4 Sep, 5.30pm - 10.30pm / Sarah Thorne Theatre
See the summer off in style. Neptune’s Choir, Kings Place Choir, a full live band, Pony Arts Club, and guest artists perform, alongside DJs like The High, The Hambassador, and Jonathan Henfrey.
🎟️ £16.96 / Book here
🖌 Acrylics Sip + Paint
Fri 4 Sep, 7pm / Riparo Lounge
Unwind with an evening of creativity at Riparo’s brand new monthly Sip & Paint nights. Artist and tutor Vicki Griggs will guide you step-by-step to create your own acrylic masterpiece. Perfect for beginners looking for a fun, relaxing night out.
🎟️ £30 / Book here
💋 Not The Rolling Stones
Fri 4 Sep, 8pm - 10.15pm / Pavilion
A tribute night to The Rolling Stones. Sing along to Satisfaction, Brown Sugar & You Can't Always Get What You Want, among other classics, while hitting the dance floor.
🎟️ £27.80 / Book here
👕💩 Shit Shirt Sunday
Sun 6 Sep, 12pm - 5pm / The Royston
The fourth and final Shit Shirt Sunday of 2026 takes place at The Royston this Sunday. Dig out the most hideous, offensive-to-Vivienne Westwood shirt you can find and join them. You may well win a £20 bar tab. Free cheeseboard for everyone who enters.
🎟️ Free
♻️ Family Friendly Litter Pick
Mon 31 Aug, 10am - 11am / Old Curiosity Shop
If you’re looking for a free Bank Holiday activity for all the family, look no further. Meet up to help collect rubbish from Viking Bay, then enjoy some free tea and biscuits for your efforts in the shop after.
🎟️ Free
🦀 Free Storytime Session
Every Tue, 10am / Kinder Collective
Enjoy Kinder Collective’s weekly storytime session, held in their lovely book room every Tue morning. Browse the lovely shop or pick up a gift while there and check out their craft table at the same time. They’ve got some great back to school stuff if you’re needing some last minute purchases for later this week too.
🎟️ Free, drop-in
🔥 Scorcha Skateboard Lessons
Sat 5 Sep, various slots between 11am - 2pm / Broadstairs Skatepark
We love Kane’s Scorcha skateboard lessons for little ones. Head to Broadstairs Skatepark just below Broadstairs train station for their weekly skateboarding lessons. Check their insta for updates each week.
🎟️ £9 / Book here
📖 Free Storytime Session
Fri 4 Sep, 9.30am - 10am / Happy Reading Children’s Bookshop
Pop along to Happy Reading Children’s Bookshop every Fri morning for free storytime sessions for ages 0+ at Nicci’s cosy shop in Reading Street, above Staple. They have some great Sunday Book Clubs lined up too, but this week’s one is already sold out. Check out upcoming ones and book on here.
🎟️ Free
🛹 YouTuber Spanner Meet & Ride
Sun 6 Sep, 9.30am, 12pm + 2pm / Revolution Skatepark
Meet YouTuber Spanner and ride with him right here in Broadstairs. This proved so popular Revolution had to add extra sessions, so be quick if there’s any spaces left.
Book here
🎾 REWD Padel Beats
Sun 6 Sep, 8am - 10am or 10am - 12pm / REWD Padel
Rewd’s Sunday morning social is back. Expect two hours of American-style padel, live DJ with Joe Corbani & Craig Gardner, plus wellness shots, and £2 flat whites. Rotate partners and opponents throughout the session, suitable for all levels.
🎟️ £20. Origin Members £16 / Book here
🧘🏻♀️ Pilates & Brunch Club
Sun 6 Sep, 8am / Ashley + Co
Join Pose Reformer Pilates for a morning of movement, connection and good food in collaboration with Ashley & Co. There will be a 45-minute mat Pilates class, alongside a delicious brunch by nearby SALT, as well as a luxury goodie bag.
🎟️ £45pp / DM to book your place
Finally, 3 Things To Know…
We welcomed a brand new Margate Editor to the Don’t Miss crew this week! Welcome to the lovely Lowri, who will be looking after our Margate content going forwards. If you’re not following DMM yet, give them a follow on Insta and subscribe to the free Margate newsletter here.
The Magnet has announced they’re hosting their third Jazz Fest from 9-11 Oct. Keep an eye out for line-up announcements.
Just because summer’s coming to a close, doesn’t mean the outdoor music is. You can enjoy a full week of open air songs during Bandstand Heritage Week at the Bandstand from 13-20 Sep.
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