Where to watch Eurovision in Kent and East Sussex

Eurovision is back! As the UK hosts on behalf of Ukraine, the nation is buzzing for the song contest and the euro-pop fever is amping up!

For those who couldn’t grab a ticket to the real thing in Liverpool, you can still experience an atmospheric Eurovision party across Kent and East Sussex for the grand finale!

Whether you’re making a day of it or just out for the night, our bus fares are cheap and cheerful! If you’re travelling after 6pm, purchase a South East Evening Rider for just £3.60 for unlimited travel all evening! Or our current £2 single fare scheme might be your better option if you plan to make it a full day out in town!

Grab a pint, wave your country flag in the air and get ready to shout “nil points”, we’ve got all the info on where to watch Eurovision this Saturday!

Eurovision is best enjoyed on a big screen, in the open air and at Folkestone Harbour Arm that’s exactly what you can expect! The seaside town’s biggest Eurovision Party is taking place in The Goods Yard. Join in from 7pm where drag artist Dita Garbo hosts a fabulous and eccentric event for music’s biggest night of the year.

You can make a day of it at the Harbour Arm, hop off the 16 at Folkestone Bus Station and explore the shops, food stalls and even crazy golf at Putters mini golf course. Whether you’re supporting Greece, Italy or the UK, the Harbour hosts an array of cuisines to suit your taste buds!

Eastbourne’s The Stage Door Pub is hosting a special euro-themed party! With a live screening on two giant TVs, a best dressed competition, themed cocktails, and a sweepstake! You can get off the 1/1X bus at Cornfield Road, just a five-minute walk from The Stage Door!

Make the most of a day out in the Sunshine Coast! If you’re celebrating the song contest in the county, grab an East Sussex DayRider which is now multi-operator. You can travel across East Sussex for £5 (or even less if you’re under 30) and use our tickets on any Stagecoach Compass, Brighton & Hove and Metrobus services!

If you want the cinema experience for your Eurovision party, then the Ashford Picture House is the place for you. Grab an ice blast and a bucket of popcorn whilst you enjoy the show! A short walk away from the town centre, get off the B line at County Square, you can even enjoy a meal and pint at the Curious Brewery down the road before your cinema showing.

For Thanet residents, Margate Lesiure Centre in Cliftonville is hosting a Eurovision extravaganza hosted by the town’s very own, Dame Jame! You can expect lots of laughs, drinking games and more! The Loop bus is frequent and being in the heart of Cliftonville you can hop on either side on Northdown Road to take you back to Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate!