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Canterbury Live: JLS

7th August 2026
Kent Cricket

Joining JLS on the bill are The Wanted 2.0, Pixie Lott and BBC Radio 1 DJs Rickie & Melvin.

JLS headline a huge open-air summer show in Canterbury on Friday 7th August, delivering one of the most anticipated pop events of the summer as part of the launch weekend of Canterbury Live with gates opening from 3pm. Set in the historic city of Canterbury, the show promises a large-scale, family-friendly festival experience with incredible production and a buzzing summer atmosphere.

Joining JLS on the bill are The Wanted 2.0, Pixie Lott and BBC Radio 1 DJs Rickie & Melvin making this a standout multi-artist lineup packed with chart-topping pop anthems and performances from some of the UK’s most loved artists.

Formed in 2006, JLS are one of the UK’s most successful and enduring boybands. Since their breakthrough on The X Factor in 2008, the group have achieved multiple UK number-one singles, BRIT Awards and sell-out tours, with hits including Beat Again, Everybody in Love and She Makes Me Wanna. Renowned for their high-energy live shows and strong fan connection, JLS remain a major force on the UK live music scene.

Age restrictions: 6+. All under 18s must be accompanied by an adult (aged 21 or over). No unaccompanied under 18s are allowed on site. 

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Canterbury Live: JLS St Lawrence Ground, Old Dover Rd Canterbury CT1 3NZ

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