> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Christmas nights out: Parties, workshops, feasts - URL: https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/christmas-festive-things-to-do-margate-ramsgate-broadstairs/ - Published: 2026-11-02T15:08:47.000Z - Updated: 2026-11-02T16:25:14.000Z - Description: Get into the festive spirit with nights out in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs. Get crafty, eat a feast, dance the night away - Author: Strange Tourist - Tags: Local guides, Things to do in Thanet and beyond, Things to do in Ramsgate, Things to do in Margate, Things to do in Broadstairs, Broadstairs, Christmas, Clubbing, Food, Margate, Music, DJ set, Ramsgate, Restaurants, Shopping, Thanet, Theatre, Workshops Christmas is coming and it's time to get into the festive spirit. Luckily, Thanet has a wide variety of events coming up to help you do just that. Parties, crafting or just practising eating belt-loosening amounts of food - it's all going on. If you fancy creating a festive wreath for your door over a couple of drinks, there are plenty of opportunities for that. Maybe you want to eat your way through Christmas dinners of the past. Or is it a big blow out your fancy (with or without bingo)? Perhaps, you just want to have a bit of fun doing the [Christmas shopping](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/christmas-shopping-markets-gift-ideas-margate-ramsgate-broadstairs/). Whatever it is you're looking for, you should be nicely worn out when you finally settle down for the big day. Here's our pick of what's on. We'll continue to add to this list as more events are announced, so don't forget to check back again. ### Bongo’s Bingo at The Drill Shed, Margate As part of its residency at The Drill Shed, Bongo’s Bingo has two Christmas parties coming up in November and December. “The original bingo rave” will deliver a wild night of bingo with singalongs, dance-offs, dancing and cash prizes. These nights always sell out in advance, so move fast. *November 20 and December 11, 6pm. The Drill Shed, 1 Ethelbert Terrace, Margate, CT9 1RX.* [*Tickets from £18*](https://bongosbingo.co.uk/events/margate/bongos-bingo-nye-special-at-the-drill-shed-margate-2026-12-31?ref=strangetourist.co.uk)*.* ### Christmas wreath workshops at Violet’s, Ramsgate Violet’s in Ramsgate has a series of wreath-making workshops in November and December to ensure your front door is looking fabulous for the festive season. Your ticket price includes full instructions, all equipment and a glass of mulled wine. All workshops take place at 7pm, except Saturday, November 28, which is at 11am. *November 24-26, 28 and December 1\. 7 High Street, St Lawrence, Ramsgate, CT11 0QH. £45 per person. Email* [*info@violetsct11.com*](mailto:info@violetsct11.com) *or call 07362 280 517 top book.* ### Festive After Hours at Turner Contemporary, Margate Grab a welcome drink and take an after hours tour of the Turner’s Sophie Calle exhibition. Then settle down for a two course dinner created by Minno Kitchen using locally-sourced, seasonal produce. Once you’ve eaten, there will be a DJ through to midnight. *November 27\. Turner Contemporary, Rendezvous, Margate, CT9 1HG.* [*Tickets £65*](https://turnercontemporary.org/whats-on/events/turner-festive-after-hours?ref=strangetourist.co.uk)*.* ### Wreath Making at The Old Curiosity Shop, Broadstairs This early evening workshop will have you walking out with a perfect wreath in time for dinner. All materials provided, including pine cones, lights, baubles, bows, decorations and fir. You ticket price also gets you a fancy hot chocolate and a wine pie. *November 28, 6-8pm. The Old Curiosity Shop, 9 Harbour Street, Broadstairs, CT10 1ET. Tickets £45\. Pop in, DM on Instagram, or call 07376 136993 to book.* ### Independent Broadstairs’ Festive Night Out Enjoy some late night shopping at independent shops and cafes around Broadstairs. Grab gifts and food, enjoy a glass of mulled wine or two, and support local businesses. *November 28, 6-8pm. Various venues in Broadstairs. Free entry.* [*Check Instagram for participating businesses*](https://www.instagram.com/independentbroadstairs/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk)*.* ## Sign up for Strange Tourist | Thanet culture guide Your go-to guide for culture, events and coastal life in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond Subscribe Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime. ### Christmas wreath workshops at The Shakespeare, Margate Wedding florist Ultramarine Flowers will be hosting Christmas wreath making workshops at the Shakespeare over two evenings. Ticket price includes everything required to make your wreath. *November 30 and December 1, 7pm. The Shakespeare, 1 Canterbury Road, Margate, CT9 5AQ. Tickets £55\.* [*DM on Instagram to book*](https://www.instagram.com/ultramarineflowers/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk)*.* ### Yule! A Feast Through the History of Christmas at Turner Contemporary, Margate Chef, artist and food historian Louisa Mokadem prepares a menu moving through centuries of feasting and celebration. Expect forgotten festive foods, historical curiosities, games and storytelling as the evening traces how Christmas has been celebrated and reinvented over time. *December 5-6\. Turner Contemporary, Rendezvous, Margate, CT9 1HG.* [*Tickets £80*](https://turnercontemporary.org/whats-on/events/yule--the-history-of-christmas?ref=strangetourist.co.uk)*.* ### No Office Christmas Party at Penelope, Ramsgate No office? No problem? Lovely Ramsgate wine bar Penelope is laying on a party just for you. Enjoy the venue's range of natural wines and craft beers. Keep yourself on an even keel with their delicious bar snacks. And dance to tunes spun by Griths. *December 11, 7-11pm. Penelope, 30 Harbour Street, Ramsgate, CT11 8HA. Free entry.* ### ELZ’s Xmas Office Party at Olby’s, Margate An office party of the office-less - freelancers, friend groups and anyone who wants to role play snogging a co-worker. Come dressed in your best work clothes, get ready to photocopy body parts, fall into the photobooth, do a bit of drunken karaoke and then dance until closing time. You can also book in for a Christmas dinner before the party kicks off. *December 12, 8pm to 2am. Olby's Creative Hub, 4 Fort Hill, Margate, CT9 1HD.* [*Tickets £10*](https://www.outsavvy.com/event/40501/elzs-xmas-office-party?ref=strangetourist.co.uk)*.* ### 90s Christmas Dance Party at Tom Thumb Theatre, Margate A Christmas party like they used to be - dimly lit, sweaty, high energy and tenuously festive. DJs Phil Jaimes and Gross Prophet will be bringing a mix of classic 90s US house, euphoric UK acid house textures, Eurodance bangers, and those pop and soul anthems you used to record onto cassette mix tapes straight off the chart show. *December 12, 7pm until late. Tom Thumb Theatre, 2a Eastern Esplanade, Margate, CT9 2LB.* [*Tickets £12*](https://billetto.co.uk/e/tom-thumb-s-1990-s-christmas-dance-party-tickets-1992435?ref=strangetourist.co.uk)*.* ### Christmas Letters You'll Never Send at Turner Contemporary, Margate A special festive edition of this night that sees professional actors perform anonymous letters sent in by members of the public. Expect humour, tenderness and heartbreak, with letters penned to family members, exes, and even Santa himself. *December 17\. Turner Contemporary, Rendezvous, Margate, CT9 1HG.* [*Tickets £20*](https://turnercontemporary.org/whats-on/events/show-letters-youll-never-send-this-christmas?ref=strangetourist.co.uk)*.* ### Dine Hard at Faith in Strangers, Margate A massive Christmas tasting menu paired with the greatest Christmas movie of all time, Die hard. As you watch the film, you’ll be served items including deep-fried devilled egg, pastrami-cured trout, rib of beef and cider sorbet. You can also add a wine pairing. *December 18, 7pm. Faith in Strangers, 17 Ethelbert Crescent, Margate, CT9 2DY.* [*Tickets £99 or £164 with wine pairing)*](https://faithinstrangers.co.uk/events/dine-hard-2026-12-18?ref=strangetourist.co.uk)*.* Want more? [Subscribe to our newsletter](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/#/portal) for a hit of arts, culture and fun things to do around Thanet and beyond in your inbox every Saturday morning.