Frequently Asked Questions
TICKETS
Q: Where can I buy tickets?
A: Adult weekend tickets can be bought in several places, including this website, Margate Winter Gardens, and in-person from selected record shops in Ramsgate, Canterbury, Herne Bay and Whitstable. Click here for the complete list of outlets. Other types of ticket (including Day and Under-18s) can only be bought online here.
Q: How much do weekend tickets cost?
A: A full-price Adult Weekend ticket costs £95. Tickets for the under-18s are £50 each from this website and must be purchased at the same time as an adult ticket.
Q: Are day tickets available?
A: Yes. Tickets for the Friday are £25 each (all ages); for Saturday & Sunday they are £39.50 each (all ages).
Q: Can I cancel or return my tickets?
A: Sorry, tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-returnable.
FESTIVAL TIMINGS
Q: What are the opening times for each day?
A: Friday 4th: Wristband exchange from 5pm / Doors open at 5pm / Live music from 6pm / Venue closes at 11:30 pm / Saturday 5th: Wristband exchange from 12 noon / Doors open at 12 noon / Live music from 1:00 pm / Venue closes at 11:30 pm / Sunday 8th: Wristband exchange from 11am / Doors open at 1pm / Live music from 1:15pm / Venue closes at 11:30pm.
Q: How long do bands play for?
A: Unlike at most festivals, almost everyone will be playing their full set, just as they would if you saw them at their own gig. This will be up to 90 minutes for the headline acts.
Q: What time do the last bands finish?
A: TBA
Q: Why aren’t the headline acts playing last?
A: We understand that people will be coming to the show by public transport, and as the last trains leave Margate railway station at around 10 pm, we have scheduled our three headline acts to finish 20 minutes beforehand. So as not to disappoint everyone who doesn’t have to leave, we’ve scheduled great acts to follow on Friday and Saturday…
Q: Are seats available or is it standing only?
A: We are planning a music festival-style layout (standing with some seats) but there will be a good number of seats available, including in the bars. If you need to sit down and you can’t find a seat, please see one of the stewards or security staff who will be able to assist you.
Q: What are the opening times for each day?
A: Friday 4th: Wristband exchange from 5 pm / Doors open at 5pm / Live music from 6pm / Venue closes at 11:30 / Saturday 7th: Wristband exchange from 12 noon / Doors open at 12 noon / Live music from 1:00 pm / Venue closes at 11:30 / Sunday 8th: Wristband exchange from 12 noon/ Doors open at 12 noon / Live music from 1:00 pm / Venue closes at 10:30 pm.
DISABLED ACCESS/ ASSISTED ACCESS SCHEME
Q: Is there disabled access to the Winter Gardens?
A: Yes, at the back of the venue there is a sloped entrance to the bars and halls. Also, the WG carpark has limited accessible parking spaces. Please contact Margate Winter Gardens for specific details.
Q: I am disabled and need to be accompanied by my carer. Does the Winter Gardens operate an Assisted Access Scheme?
A: Yes, Carer tickets under the Assisted Access Scheme are available from the Winter Gardens Box Office. Please contact them direct.
ACCOMMODATION
Q: What do I do if I can’t find accommodation?
A: Contact us by email and we will help you.
ACTS NEEDED?
Q: Are you still looking for bands to play?
A: No, we are fully booked and already have a long list of “reserves” in case anyone drops out. When Margate Rhythm & Rock starts to book the 2020 line-up, we’ll post here and on our Facebook page.