It’s that time of year again! ‘Tis the season to be jolly, and be ready to be dazzled and hit by Christmas as you walk into Canterbury city centre. 

Deck the halls and deck the stalls 

Take a walk through Canterbury town, indulge in festive finds and savour the magical season (and the food!). Christmas at Canterbury is a grotto of festivity in itself. And especially when the sun sets, the town is transformed. As is the yearly tradition, Canterbury turns into a merry bustle of market stalls lit by stunning stars of light.

Unwrapping the delights of our vibrant local Christmas market 

With a myriad of stalls selling everything from Christmas treats to handmade ornaments, there is something for everyone. Whether you’re spending time with friends or shopping for gifts, the Christmas market has you covered. 

Colourful displays of food entice you with their aromas, and the market is a treasure trove of unique finds. There is a wide variety of handmade crafts, allowing you to discover the perfect gift for this season and purchase a trinket of the local holiday spirit to take home with you. 

The Canterbury Christmas market also makes for a fun day out for family and kids. You can experience being Santa in a virtual reality sleigh ride –an exciting immersive adventure with a Christmas twist to it. There is also a massive snow globe you can go inside and play around. It’s a fantastic photo opportunity to capture memories with family and friends alike.  

So go ahead; enjoy a Christmassy day out at Canterbury under the lights and absorb yourself into the twinkling cheerful atmosphere.