Event venue hire in Canterbury - Canterbury Festival at Westgate Hall

Westgate Hall offers exceptional event venue hire in Canterbury, whatever the occasion.

We’ve hosted Kent’s International Arts event, Canterbury Festival since 2021.

This much-loved, long-standing arts and culture festival brings world-renowned artists, musicians, comedians and performers to Canterbury.

This means that the whole community can enjoy and participate in the two-week extravaganza. Experience music, performance, talks, family events, science and more, in the heart of Kent.

Welcoming Canterbury Festival to Westgate Hall

A unique space for your festival or event

Find out how we can host your festival, events and live performances in our spacious, trusted venue.

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Amanda, Canterbury Festival

"Hosting live performances for Canterbury Festival during the Covid-19 pandemic seemed like quite a challenge, until we worked with Westgate Hall. Clare and the team had covered all the minutiae and thought of absolutely everything which really helped us to plan, and plan again. Not only that, the space transformed into the perfect backdrop for our social-distanced events, providing ample space without losing the fantastic atmosphere. We can't wait to return to the Hall for the next festival"

Westgate Hall Market

We showcase Kent's talented Makers, Artists and Producers, all in one place, in our spacious venue. Browse the very best in local produce, crafts, arts, homeware, jewellery and more. Meet the people behind the products and hear how they lovingly make each item, or host your own stall.

Canterbury Wine Festival

We are host and founder of the Canterbury Wine Festival - an annual event showcasing Kent's world-class wines and viticulture, in the heart of the vineyard of England. Kent is the epicentre of England’s viticulture scene and we want to let the whole world know about it through our festival!

Canterbury Academy Trust

Westgate Hall supports young people as they practise, rehearse and perform their creative skills during their studies at Canterbury Academy Trust - the "school of all talents". We provide a large, safe space for them to thrive and flourish in as part of their studies and training.

Bemix community venue hire at Westgate Hall

Bemix Discovery Catering

We regularly welcome social enterprise Bemix Discovery Catering and their wonderful group, those with and without learning difficulties, to enjoy time together gaining skills in cooking and catering. Restrictions permitting, you can visit their monthly pop-up cafe at the Hall.

Health and wellbeing venue hire at Westgate Hall

NHS Blood donations

Taking care of our community is important to us. Trusted by the NHS, our spacious, hygienic Hall has hosted blood donation sessions for years. We have continued to do so throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, providing a safe space for vital health sessions.

Produced in Kent

Westgate Hall is proud to be an Industry Partner of Produced in Kent. The garden of England is abundant in exceptional locally grown food, drink and artistry. We join Produced in Kent's mission to celebrate, promote and champion Kent's exceptional produce and crafts.