Things to do in Canterbury

JLS

Since JLS came second on X Factor in 2008, they have been one of the most successful acts in the show’s history.

The Spitfire Ground, Canterbury

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Becky Hill

Becky Hill brings her euphoric catalogue of hits to Canterbury on Saturday 8th August, headlining a huge open-air show at the iconic St Lawrence Ground.

The Spitfire Ground, Canterbury

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Madness

Nutty ska-revivalists and 80s pop titans led by the inimitable Suggs.Madness may have been at the forefront of the late ’70s ska revival, but the band quickly m…

The Spitfire Ground, Canterbury

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Othello

Join The Lord Chamberlain's Men this summer for Othello, one of the most captivating and thrilling plays ever written.

St Augustine's Abbey, Canterbury

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Over 30s Daytime Clubbing

Get ready for a party like no other with Over 30s Daytime Clubbing! This is your chance to relive the magic of your clubbing days without sacrificing your beaut…

The Venue, Canterbury

Queen Greatest Hits - The Bohemians

Come and celebrate Queen in style with A Comprehensive re-enactment of Queen's Greatest Hits.Don't Stop us Now and there's certainly no stopping The Bohemians a…

The Gulbenkian, Canterbury

Mark Thomas: 40 in Stand Up Years

What?! Mark Thomas has been ‘standing up’ for 40 years? Impossible!! But how old does that make you…?

The Gulbenkian, Canterbury

Rachel Parris: All Change Please

Bafta-nominated comedian, Rachel Parris, is back with a brand-new show about big life changes.Join viral sensation and star of BBC’s The Mash Report as she perf…

The Gulbenkian, Canterbury

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Nouvelle Vague

Bossa Nova = Nouvelle Vague = New Wave. This transliteration was the starting point for Marc Collin and Olivier Libaux’s unique project, which, by appropriating…

The Gulbenkian, Canterbury

Michelle Wolf: Best Job in the World

Primetime Emmy Nominee Michelle Wolf has established herself as one of the most influential voices in the comedy landscape.

The Gulbenkian, Canterbury

Harriet Kemsley: Floozy

Harriet’s life has been in constant chaos for as long as she can remember. So what happens when things start to go right for the multi-award winning stand-up co…

The Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

Larry Dean: Hellbent

Recently married, emotionally feral.The Gallus Glaswegian Goon returns with a riotous show about refusing to grow up.As seen on SNL, Live at the Apollo, QI and…

The Gulbenkian, Canterbury

Nish Kumar: Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy

The world is in chaos. Inequality is widening, autocracy is rising and political parties are collapsing.

The Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

Rosie Holt: The Illegal Aliens Have Landed!

Rosie Holt: The Illegal Aliens Have Landed!Rosie and her MP alter-ego are back, fighting their biggest foe yet.

The Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

Aurie Styla: Maverick

Aurie Styla is one of the most naturally charismatic and hilarious comedians around.

The Gulbenkian, Canterbury

Jefferson’s Wolf: A Founding Father’s Troubling Answer to the Problem of Slavery

A public lecture by Professor Nick Guyatt, Cambridge University

Kent & Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury

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ONDA

Canterbury's biggest underground house music event at Kent's leading electronic club space, The Venue.

The Venue, Canterbury

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Country & Western Events Canterbury

We're back once again at The Penny Theatre with a brand new country duo The Wranglers who we 100% know you'll love. So much so, we're bringing them down from Le…

The Penny Theatre, Canterbury

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Pride Canterbury

InfoPride Canterbury takes place on Saturday the 6th June 2026.Pride Canterbury is a spectacular celebration of LGBTQ+ identity for the whole family.

Dane John Gardens, Canterbury

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Legends of Motown Boughton-under-Blean Village Hall, Faversham

Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown's biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music…

Blean Village Hall, Canterbury

Crave The Rave presents: TURNO: GRUBBY TOUR!

Crave The Rave presents TURNO: GRUBBY TOUR @ Club Chemistry, Canterbury. Top floor takeover! + SUPPORT: Tom Squared Adaam B2B Finchy Wadlin Distinctive Bars ope…

Club Chemistry, Canterbury

Karnataka

From powerful to ethereal, breathtaking to haunting, Karnataka's music draws upon many influences from melodic, classic & progressive rock to symphonic cinemati…

Westgate Hall, Canterbury

St Edmund's Festival presents ... The Horne Section - Live!

Britains funniest band, led by comedian and Taskmaster creator Alex Horne, is bringing their electrifying blend of highoctane music, sharp comedy and spontaneou…

St Edmund’s School, Canterbury

St Edmund's Festival presents ... Lunchtime Concert

Join us in our wonderful chapel for uplifting performances by St Edmunds young musicians.

St Edmund’s School, Canterbury

St Edmund's Festival presents ... Pupil Cabaret

A much-loved Festival tradition and a celebration of talent at every stage, Pupil Cabaret and Rising Stars together showcase the creativity, confidence and shee…

St Edmund’s School, Canterbury

St Edmund's Festival presents...Sing! with Mark De-Lisser

Back by popular demand, Mark De-Lisser is returning in June for another truly exceptional day of singing.

St Edmund’s School, Canterbury

Fleetwood Mac - Our Own Way - The Anchor Wingham

See this fantastic tribute to Fleetwood Mac at the upstairs function room of the wonderful Anchor pub in Wingham, Kent

The Anchor, Canterbury

90s, 00s, Ibiza & Club Classics Bottomless Brunch

We're turning up the heat with a full-blown day party like no other - bringing together the best of the 90s, the biggest hits from the noughties, and the unforg…

The Cuban, Canterbury

St Edmund's Festival presents ... Stringfever

Stringfever bring their trademark blend of virtuosity, humour and genre-defying performance to the stage for A Night of Unforgettable Melodies.

St Edmund’s School, Canterbury

SummerSeries - 90s, 00s, Ibiza & Club Classics Bottomless Brunch

We're turning up the heat with a full-blown day party like no other - bringing together the best of the 90s, the biggest hits from the noughties, and the unforg…

The Cuban, Canterbury

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St Edmund's Festival presents ... Photography Workshop - Lit Portraiture in the Woods

Lit Portraiture in the Woods is a practical workshop led by documentary photographer Edward Thompson, exploring how portable studio lighting can be used creativ…

St Thomas’ Hill, Canterbury

St Edmund's Festival presents ... The Tommy Blaize Band

The Tommy Blaize Band brings together one of the UKs most celebrated vocalists with a dynamic group of seasoned musicians, delivering a soulful, versatile and u…

St Edmund’s School, Canterbury

St Edmund's Festival presents ... A Moment for the Movies

This original production follows Raymond, the struggling owner of a traditional cinema, who is swept into the world of film when a faulty projector transports h…

St Edmund’s School, Canterbury

Old Man Luedecke

Doors 7pm for 7.30pm startTicketsFull Price £17 Under 25s £8.5 Door £20 online plus 10% booking feeBox Office: www.folkinthebarn.co.ukOld Man LuedeckeOld Man Lu…

Godmersham and Crundale Village Hall, Canterbury

Marsh. Promotions: Enabling Behaviour

Enabling Behaviour is an art rock band from Cardiff with elements of psych, post punk and post-rock.

The Penny Theatre, Canterbury

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ONDA Open Air // Cam Stockman // Canterbury

Canterbury's biggest underground house music event at Kent's leading electronic club space, The Venue.

The Venue, Canterbury

An Evening of Opera

Wild Arts (★★★★ The Guardian, ★★★★★ Opera Now) presents an evening of operatic and musical hits, with the beautiful backdrop of St Augustine's Abbey.

St Augustine's Abbey, Canterbury

Summer Series - Cowgirl Country, Rock & Indie Bottomless Brunch

We're bringing the wild wild west straight to the heart of Canterbury with a bottomless brunch like no other.

The Cuban, Canterbury

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Cowgirl & Cowboy Country, Rock & Indie Bottomless Brunch

We're bringing the wild wild west straight to the heart of Canterbury with a bottomless brunch like no other.

The Cuban, Canterbury

Ringlemere Clarinet Trio

Nathan Winters-Clarinet Keren Starer-Shaw -Cello Helen Crayford- PianoOur first Clarinet concert at Goodnestone, including the Glinka and Zemenlinsky trios.

Holy Cross Church, Canterbury

Summer Series - Throwback R&B & Hip Hop Bottomless Brunch

We're turning back the clock and bringing you a day of pure nostalgia - the silky smooth R&B anthems, the iconic hip-hop hits, and all the feel-good vibes that…

The Cuban, Canterbury

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R&B Royalty Bottomless Brunch

We're turning back the clock and bringing you a day of pure nostalgia - the silky smooth R&B anthems, the iconic hip-hop hits, and all the feel-good vibes that…

The Cuban, Canterbury

ONDA Open Air // Joss Dean + Gigsta // Canterbury

Canterbury's biggest underground house music event at Kent's leading electronic club space, The Venue.

The Venue, Canterbury

The Crash of Moons Club Summer All Dayer - 6 Bands and DJ

Come party with us all day in the sun 1pm - 9pm- Monkey Light (live band EDM) - Red Eye Rascal (inde/Funk) - Vesu (alt Rock) - Shape Navigator (electronic) - Ma…

The Anchor, Canterbury

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Romeo & Juliet

Two hearts. One fate. A timeless love reborn.The Dukes Theatre Company presents Shakespeares Romeo and Juliet, a bold reimagining of the iconic tragedy directed…

Goodnestone Park Gardens, Canterbury

Summer Series - Pop Icons, Legends & Divas Bottomless Brunch

Pop Icons, Legends & Divas Bottomless Brunch A Celebration Of The Greatest To Ever Do It! ️ Welcome To Our Brand New Summer Sunset Series Open-Air Terrace Vibes…

The Cuban, Canterbury

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Othello

Join The Lord Chamberlain’s Men this summer for Othello, one of the most captivating and thrilling plays ever written.

St Augustine's Abbey, Canterbury

Will Inscoe-Solo

We are very pleased that Will is returning to perform in this year's Goodnestone Festival, following his very successful concert in 2024Will Inscoe is a Jazz pi…

Holy Cross Church, Canterbury