For those wishing to make the most of the Christmas Light Parade event, the Westgate hall is hosting a special Twilight Christmas Market from 5pm-8pm this evening, Friday 10 November. Come along and discover dozens of stalls and hundreds of locally-made products, all under one roof with talented Kent makers, artists, crafts people and producers.
One of the biggest events in Canterbury, the Christmas Light Parade marks the launch of Christmas in Canterbury and the opening of the Christmas Market CHRISTMAS PARADE DETAILS Start 6pm: The Christmas Light Parade will set off from the Westgate Towers, led by the Lord Mayor, a drumming band, 100+ children, giant Aladdin puppets, Christmas themed characters and a brass band. Route: St Peter's Street - Guildhall Street - Sun Street - Buttermarket - Burgate - Longmarket - Rose Square (with snow machine!) - Watling Street - Dane John Gardens (via main entrance by Boots). The Christmas lights will illuminate as the parade passes by. Finish 6.45pm: The parade will finish in the Dane John Gardens for the big countdown to Christmas with the Marlowe’s panto cast and Christmas sing-along with Robbie White. Then it’ll time to head back to the high street to enjoy Canterbury's hospitality! For all the details click HERE for our Christmas Switch On Parade Facebook page
DIWALI - FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Celebrate Diwali at Kent College on Saturday 18 November, 6.30-10pm. "Bollywood Blast presents: Diwali - The Festival of Lights Extravaganza", hosted by Paul Babra of Karara Food includes Indian dance workshop with Bollywood Blast, Indian music and authentic Indian food. Alternatively head to the Cook's Tale for a special Diwali 12-course Tasting Menu running until 12 November.
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)
This event is for Canterbury BID members only. As Christmas gets nearer, you are invited to join us at Socialite Rooftop Bar & Restaurant for an evening in glamorous surroundings and a breath-taking night time view of Canterbury. Feel free to get your sparkle on and dress to impress! Complimentary drinks and nibbles will also be on offer and of course you'll have plenty of time to network and catch up with each other For more information about our networking events please click here Not a Canterbury BID Member? Find out more about Voluntary BID Membership Due to the popularity of these events, tickets are restricted to 2 people per business. Hosted by Canterbury BID and partnered by Girlings Solicitors
Sarah Porter is the founder and CEO of InspiredMinds, a community of 220,000 high level experts in AI and emerging technology, which is regarded as one of the most influential ecosystems in Artificial Intelligence globally. Join her for a talk at Canterbury Christ Church University. Tickets are free but you must book.
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
