Canterbury City Show
a community celebration for the city, by the city
2027 Date Coming Soon
Westgate Gardens & Westgate Square, Canterbury · Free entry
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9 zones to explore
What's On at the Show
Live Music
Gardens Mainstage
Live music and performance in the heart of Westgate Gardens — choirs, bands, solo artists and more
Talks & Workshops
The Guildhall
Tudor history, flash fiction, choir workshops, river ecology and more — free to attend
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Food & Drink
Across the site
Wood-fired pizza, burritos, street food & The Stroppy Mare horsebox bar
The Wrestling Ring
Sports Zone
Live pro wrestling from UKPW — body slams, big characters, big drama
Arts, Crafts & Market Stalls
Westgate Gardens
Handmade goods, local produce & gifts from independent makers across Kent
Toddler's Cove
Westgate Gardens
Soft play, kids' characters, face painting and family-friendly fun in the shade
A taste of what's to come
Live music, great food, and the best of Canterbury
Live MusicFood & Drink
Summer TreatsFamily Fun
Historic CanterburySupport Us Year-Round
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60p from every £1 ticket goes directly to local good causes — and Canterbury City Show CIC is one of them. Play weekly for a chance to win cash prizes while helping keep the Show free for everyone.
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