Demelza's Celebration of Christmas returns to Canterbury Cathedral for its 22nd year, an evening of candlelight, festive readings and carols in support of the children's hospice charity. Enjoy performances from the Canterbury Cathedral Choir and guest choirs, with readings from celebrity readers and special guests.

Date & Time
14th December 2026, 7.30pm
Doors open at 7pm, and the event starts promptly.

Runtime
About 1 and half hours.

Price
Tier 1: £26
Tier 2: £21
Tier 3: £16 (may have restricted viewing)
Tier 4: £11 (can have very restricted viewing).

Age Guidance
The event is not recommended for children.

Accessibility
Wheelchair access is available - please mention any access needs when booking, or contact Demelza beforehand.

Good To Know
There is no parking at the Cathedral, and the event may sell out, so tickets may not be available on the day.

Canterbury Cathedral Visiting Details
See our Canterbury Cathedral listing for information including parking, accessibility and more.

⭐ Ready to book? Click on the Website link above to go directly to the Demelza booking page. ⭐

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Looking for more festive shows, carols and concerts? Explore our Christmas Shows, Carols & Concerts in Kent guide and our Pantomimes in Kent guide, or our Seasonal category for more Christmas event listings, or visit our Christmas in Kent page for links to all our festive guides.

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