Canterbury's Medieval Pageant and Family Trail 2026
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Discover Canterbury’s legendary Medieval Pageant & Family Trail, Sat 4th July 2026
From battle arena reenactments and live music, to stone carving, calligraphy, coin striking and face painting, there’s FREE family-friendly fun for all ages (including Middle Ages!)
Alongside the ever popular Family Trail comprising over 21 stops across the city, this year’s Medieval Pageant Parade is being replaced by a Pageantry Stage featuring medieval market stalls and free family-friendly events including a battle stage with reenactments, live music, singing and dancing, short theatrical performances, and even a set of stocks - ideal for misbehaving family members.
From battle arena reenactments and live music, to stone carving, calligraphy, coin striking and face painting, there’s FREE family-friendly fun for all ages (including Middle Ages!)
Alongside the ever popular Family Trail comprising over 21 stops across the city, this year’s Medieval Pageant Parade is being replaced by a Pageantry Stage featuring medieval market stalls and free family-friendly events including a battle stage with reenactments, live music, singing and dancing, short theatrical performances, and even a set of stocks - ideal for misbehaving family members.
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Where is it happening?
St George's Street Canterbury, 5 Parade, Canterbury, CT1 2, United Kingdom
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