Margate Country Music Festival

Thanet

Type:Music

The Oval Bandstand, Eastern Esplanade, Cliftonville, Margate, Kent, CT9 2HL
Margate Country Music Festival

About

The Margate Country Music Festival charges into The Oval on Saturday, July 12th, from 12pm to 6pm! This event promises not only electrifying musical performances from

Buckle ‘n’ Boots – are a dynamic UK country duo, blending traditional Americana with modern pop influences. Fronted by Bee and Laura Jayne, their powerful harmonies and heartfelt storytelling captivate audiences, tackling love, loss, and life’s highs and lows. With a growing fanbase and a fresh yet authentic sound, they’re making waves in the UK and beyond.

Nick Edwards & His Band – Nick shot to fame in 2022 after his surprise audition on Britain’s Got Talent went viral, earning him the title of the UK’s ‘singing dad.’ His heartfelt performance of Daddy’s Little Girls racked up over 400 million views and catapulted him into the spotlight. With multiple No.1s and a growing global fanbase, Nick has cemented his place in the UK Country, Soul & Americana scene, following the success of his 1960 EP.

Gasoline & Matches are a high-energy, multi-award-winning British band, fronted by Birmingham’s Sally Rea and Stephen Marks. Known for their sharp harmonies, slick guitar work, and electrifying performances, they’ve won over fans with their tongue-in-cheek hit Never Have I Ever, praised by Bob Harris as “clever, funny, totally original…and it’s Country!” With BBC Radio 2 airplay and a knack for getting festival crowds on their feet, they’re also the driving force behind Nashville Sounds in the Round, shaping the Midlands’ Country and Americana scene.

Alongside electrifying musical performances, the festival will feature Conor from Line ’em Up who will be leading interactive line-dance routines and teaching you all the best moves, fun competitions, bucking bronco rides, and top-notch country tunes spun by the brilliant DJ .

Don’t miss out on this spectacular musical celebration, perfect for country music enthusiasts and anyone looking to enjoy a day of great entertainment and community spirit at The Oval.

PROGRAMME

  • 12:00pm: Gates Open
  • 12:30pm: Buckle ‘n’ Boots
  • 1:30pm: DJ & Line ’em Up
  • 2:30pm: Nick Edwards & His Band
  • 3:30pm: DJ & Line ’em Up
  • 4:30pm: Gasoline & Matches
  • 6:00pm: Gates Close

FOOD & DRINK

The Oval Bar will be serving a wide selection of drinks including beer, prosecco, wines, spirits, cocktails, and soft drinks. Hot drinks, cold drinks, and treats will be available at The Oval Cafe. Hot food options will be available. We accept cash and card payments.

Please note that alcohol and food is not to be brought into venue, bag searches are in operation.

SEATING

We are unable to reserve seating, please arrive early to ensure you can sit in your preferred area.

TICKETS

Tickets are issued electronically as e-tickets and are strictly non-transferable and non-refundable. If it rains the event will go ahead and remember you will not receive a refund. Do not offer tickets for sale or for free on social media platforms, if this happens your tickets will be cancelled. If you can’t attend please cancel your e-tickets on Eventbrite as this will allow people that have signed up to the waitlist to attend the event.

If you have not received your e-tickets 72 hours before the event, it is your responsibility to contact the venue. It is your responsibility to inform us of any change of details including address and email address.

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Margate Country Music Festival (12 July 2025)

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