What’s on in Margate
Explore what’s on in Margate at The Oval Bandstand & Lawns, including live music, outdoor cinema, theatre, family events and community activities by the sea.
This page lists upcoming things to do in Margate throughout the year.
Looking for an overview of what’s on in Margate?See our guide to things to do in Margate at The Oval Bandstand.
The Nightshift – 80s Anthems & New Romantics

THE NIGHTSHIFT – THE SOUND OF THE 80s LIVE!
From London’s live music scene to The Oval Bandstand in Margate – The Nightshift are bringing the unmistakable sound of the 1980s to Summer Sundays!
Following a sold-out show at Walthamstow Trades Hall in London, The Nightshift arrive at The Oval with a brilliant mix of new wave, New Romantic classics, synth-pop, electro-disco and unforgettable 80s anthems.
Expect the songs you know every word to, the dancefloor favourites you grew up with and a few forgotten bangers you haven’t heard in years.
From Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet and The Human League to David Bowie, Eurythmics, Depeche Mode, Wham! and Simple Minds, The Nightshift deliver a celebration of one of music’s most iconic decades.
Think Rio, Don’t You Want Me, Sweet Dreams, Gold, Relax, Take On Me and Just Can’t Get Enough – all performed live.
Whether you lived through the 80s or simply love the music, this is an afternoon worth getting together for.
- Doors, toilets and concessions open: 1pm – 5pm .
- Concert: 2pm – 4pm.
- A minimum £3 donation per adult on door (under 16’s no donation required).
- All persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- A fully licensed bar and food is available ( No alcohol and NO food is to be brought into venue, bag searches are in operation).
- Fully accessible toilet facilities are available.
- All seating areas have step-free access.
- There is no car parking at the venue, please use public transport, bicycles, or arrive on foot. There is very limited local car parking and charges may apply.
- Well behaved dogs are welcome, but they MUST be kept on a lead at all times whilst in the bandstand auditorium.
- Please refer to venue Terms & Conditions at www.theovalbandstand.co.uk.