The show will take place over the weekend of 25th and 26th July 2026.

The show will span Westgate Gardens and the newly redeveloped Westgate Square, right by the iconic Westgate Towers. These two linked spaces offer a unique mix of greenery, history, and urban energy, ideal for everything from relaxed picnics to vibrant performances. The site is central, walkable from Canterbury West station, and surrounded by shops, cafés, and attractions.

Entry to the event is completely free, and there’s no charge to enjoy the music, atmosphere, or many of the activities. Some optional elements, like food stalls, talks, or craft activities, may carry a small cost, but everything is designed to be accessible and family-friendly. We’re a not-for-profit team, so the aim is to keep costs minimal across the board.

Yes, we welcome local involvement at every level. If you’re a charity, community group, artist, maker, performer, speaker or volunteer, we’d love to hear from you.

You can contact us to discuss business and charity partnerships. Packages start from £500 for businesses and £50 for charities. We also welcome custom arrangements from in-kind support to zone branding. Sponsors benefit from exposure to 10,000+ attendees and 130,000+ locals via our Facebook networks, plus association with one of Canterbury’s most loved community events.

The show is for everyone, families, students, creatives, tourists, long-time residents - all are welcome. Expect live music, workshops, talks, street food, community stalls, and plenty of creativity. Whether you come for the performances, the peaceful gardens, or just a stroll with something tasty in hand, you’ll find something that feels like Canterbury at its best.

Yes! You can donate here. The show costs thousands of pounds every year to produce, and our non-profit organisation aims to keep barriers to entry as low as possible to all the community groups and charities that take part. Your donations helps us to achieve this.