Canterbury Festival returns from 19 October – 2 November to celebrate their 40th birthday with a brilliant array of exciting music, theatre, comedy, talks, science, family shows and much more. Showcasing local acts alongside international touring artists and companies, this year’s Festival is packed full of unique experiences to share with friends and family, bringing colour and energy to the city this autumn.
Buy a wristband for £7.50 and get a cocktail at participating venues for just £5!! With over 24 bars, clubs, restaurants, pubs participating, its a brilliant way to have fun, explore loads of venues and sample lots of unique cocktails you've never have tried before. Find out more Buy a wristband Canterbury Cocktail Week | 7-20 October
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
