Events in Canterbury

An Evening with Andrew Burnham

Waterstones Canterbury 6-8 Rose Lane, Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom

A comprehensive and thought-provoking field guide to the iconic standing stones and prehistoric places of Britain and Ireland, this event offers a unique opportunity to explore the minds of the Neolithic and Bronze Age people who created these extraordinary places. Written by Mike Parker Pearson, Professor of British Later Prehistory at UCL, this guide delves […]

£5

Coronation Garden Party

Woolton Farm Bekesbourne, Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom

Experience a family-friendly day out with an outdoor screening of The Coronation. Toast glasses of pink fizz, enjoy classic British cream teas and the assortment of picnic food available to celebrate the momentous occasion. Tickets allow access to the barn all day. Camping options are available on the farm and need to be booked separately […]

£2

Coronation Live Screening

Canterbury Cathedral Canterbury Cathedral, Cathedral House, 11 The Precincts, Canterbury, Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom

Experience the Coronation ceremony live on the big screen in Canterbury Cathedral’s Gothic Nave. Kicking off at 10.30 am, the entry is free, however, usual Precincts entry fees apply. Bookings are not necessary for this event.

Free

Big Coronation Lunch

Canterbury Cathedral Canterbury Cathedral, Cathedral House, 11 The Precincts, Canterbury, Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom

Stock up your favourite picnic basket and head over to Canterbury Cathedral grounds for an afternoon of entertainment. Featuring live music from The Salvation Army Band in the Prencincts, enjoy your lunch and have a dance with your family to celebrate the once-in-a-lifetime occasion.

Free

Watch Eurovision Live at Woody’s

Woody's Woody's, Park Wood Student Hub, Park Wood Rd, Canterbury, Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom

Join the student hub at the University of Kent in Canterbury this Saturday for a Eurovision Extravaganza. Watch the live Eurovision final on the big screen with all your friends and enjoy the various drink deals for a night to remember.

Free

Vintage Kilo Sale 

Westgate Hall Westgate Hall, Westgate Hall Rd, Canterbury, Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom

Join the biggest vintage sale coming to Canterbury this May! Take your pick at the endless racks of handpicked vintage and preowned stock and fill your biodegradable bag with new picks for your wardrobe. It’s £20 a kilo for as many items that fit. The idea of the event is to discover new pieces of […]

£2 – £3

Canterbury Wine Festival

Westgate Hall Westgate Hall, Westgate Hall Rd, Canterbury, Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom

Sip and celebrate Kent’s multi-award-winning vineyards at Westgate Hall’s Wine Festival. Featuring the Master of Wine, Clive Barlow and over 35 wines from many of Kent’s esteemed vineyards, including Biddenden Vineyards and Woolton Farm. The event involves learning more about Kent’s wine and discovering many variants and sampling local food, in the heart of Canterbury. […]

£35

Variety Show and Open Mic Night

Fond Coffee 1-2 Jewry Lane, Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom

Join a room full of creatives at open mic night. As an ongoing event on the last Saturday of every month, it’s an opportunity to showcase your talent. Whether it’s music, spoken text, mini drag opera, video art, a PowerPoint presentation or multimedia mashup, all types of shows are welcomed. Work-in-progress pieces are also encouraged. […]

Free

Judi Love: The One Like Judi Love

The Marlowe Theatre The Friars, Canterbury, United Kingdom

Get ready for an unapologetic and honest night of comedy with the talented Judi Love. On her first official tour across the UK, expect hilarious stories and anecdotes from Judi’s life.

£23

The Dubliners Experience

Westgate Hall Westgate Hall, Westgate Hall Rd, Canterbury, Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom

The Dubliners, the greatest Irish Folk band of all time is coming down to Canterbury and sharing their nostalgic energy for one night only. Come along for an evening of foot-stomping and hand-clapping music and allow the band to transport you back to the famous O’Donoghues Pub in Dublin where it all began. Listen to […]

£26.95

Pride

Dane John Gardens Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom

Pride, the spectacular celebration of LGBTQ+ identity is back in Canterbury this weekend. Set in the heart of the city, the weekend event features a parade through the High Street, and live entertainment in Dane John Gardens with plenty of food and drink options available. Join the 35,000 people to celebrate equality, diversity and progress. […]

Free

Taste of Kent Food and Drink Festival 

Gulbenkian Arts Centre University of Kent, Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom

Open to everyone, the food festival showcases over 50 incredible food and drink Taste of Kent finalists. These businesses will be promoting, selling and offering samples of delicious food and drink products throughout the day.

£6 – £8

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