Canterbury Live presents: JLS

JLS headline a huge open-air summer show in Canterbury on Friday 7th August 2026, delivering one of the most anticipated pop events of the summer as part of the launch weekend of Canterbury Live. 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 and Pixie Lott, 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.