Set within the heart of historic Canterbury, the Canterbury Christmas Market is a magical, festive event with loads of Christmas-themed stalls and immersive activities for kids and adults! Enjoy mulled wine, hot chocolate, drinks and festive food plus handcrafted ornaments, unique gifts, and beautiful decorations and much much more
Join us for our spectacular magical pantomime! Don’t miss our fun-filled family pantomime Aladdin, starring TV and West End star Kevin Clifton (Strictly Come Dancing, Singin’ In The Rain, Rock Of Ages), children’s favourite TV presenter, Phil Gallagher (CBeebies’ Mister Maker), and Marlowe Legend Ben Roddy. They will be joined by West End stars, Alistair So (Matilda, The King And I), Lauren Chia (Disney’s Aladdin, The Sound Of Music), Shannon Farrell (Betty Blue Eyes) and Zain Abrahams (Demon Dentist) and WhatsOnStage Award winner for ‘Best Performer in a Musical’, Courtney Bowman (SIX The Musical).
To help avoid the huge environmental impact of materials sourced, manufactured, packaged, transported and then thrown away, the Repair Cafe in Canterbury is here for you to bring along any clothes, furniture, toys, gardening tools, bicycles and household appliances in need of repair. There is also a clothes swap and energy advice desk. Repairs and advice are free but donations are welcome! Also... if you have a repair problem, or solutions, ideas and skills for how to repair things ... do share them here! If you would like to help us with your skills at a future event please contact us at canterburyrepaircafe@gmail.com The Repair Cafe is hosted at Hub Cafe, Baptist Church, St George’s Place, Canterbury CT1 1XB (just beside the mini roundabout by the entrance to Whitefriars Multi Storey Car Park)
Worth the Weight Vintage Kilo Sale will be returning to the Westgate Hall on Sunday 10th December with nine tonnes of handpicked vintage and pre-owned stock to have a rummage through, including a great range of winter coats and jackets to keep you cosy this festive season. There will be 60 rails of clothing, and costs £20 per kilo. Book your entry ticket for as little as £2 Find out more
SOLD OUT Canterbury BID's Christmas networking event is being held at local bar and live music venue, The Ballroom in Orange Street on Tuesday 12 December at 5.30-7pm. You will be treated to drinks and a special Christmas in Canterbury themed quiz in aid of local homeless charity Catching Lives plus time to network with each other. This event is for Canterbury BID Members only. Find out more about Canterbury BID Networking, please click here
From the team that brought you Cinderella and Beauty and The Beast, this year’s production at The Malthouse Theatre will feature stunning sets and costumes, spectacular special effects, side splitting comedy and a dazzling West End cast in Canterbury’s Fairest Pantomime of all, Snow White! Special rates available for schools and large groups - please email boxoffice@kings-school.co.uk for more info
Join the Lord Mayor of Canterbury for Open Air Carol Singing on 24 December at 6.15pm in Rose Square (outside Primark). This annual event is a traditional part of a Christmas in Canterbury. It is supported by thousands of local residents, of all ages, making a fabulous start to Christmas for both the young and the young at heart! A retiring collection will be taken in aid of the Lord Mayor of Canterbury’s Christmas Gift Fund Find out more here
This event is for Canterbury BID members only. As we welcome in the New Year, you are all warmly invited to join us at MetroBank's smart and spacious venue on the corner of St George's Street. You will be treated to a complimentary buffet breakfast courtesy of The Cornish Bakery in The Parade, and a guided tour of Clarenden Fine Art to see their stunning collection.
Kent Police Drop-in Surgery. Businesses, staff, security personnel, and community members are welcome to stop by and have a chat and discuss any concerns with PC McMahan and PC Thomas Tuesday 16th January 2024 13.00 - 14.00 Don Juan Café, Dane John Gardens, Canterbury
The ParkerSteel Canterbury 10 Mile is a long standing race, run on quiet lanes to the south of Canterbury, taking place on the 21st January 2024, starting at 9.00am. For more information on the race including the route and times please visit the official website here https://www.canterbury10.co.uk/e/canterbury-10-mile-road-race-8571
Take your 2024 marketing strategy to the next level by creating short films for your digital platforms. Whether you want to get testimonials, demonstrations or even just to create fun content for TikTok, Carlton Walls from Wagon Film Production is on hand to help. So grab your smartphone and enjoy this 2-hour taster session on smartphone production skills! The session will include simple set up planning, guidance on how to frame shots and quick and easy editing tips. To book your FREE place please visit www.canterburybid.co.uk/business/training/ (BID Members only)
