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Looking for something to do in Cambridge? Whether you're a local, new in town or just cruising through we've got loads of great tips and events to offer. Find out what’s on in Cambridge with our regularly updated events calendar featuring the best upcoming events in Cambridge and the area.

This guide lists events at a glance, showing what’s on each month. See the highlights of What’s On for Cambridge, featuring the best of things to do in Cambridge – Live Music and Gigs, Family Events, Art & Culture, Food & Drink and much more. Cambridge fundraisers and charity events.

Important This Event Calendar is not maintained on a daily basis and some events may have changed dates or are no longer happening. Please double-check the event websites for the most up-to-date information.

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  • poíēsis: an exhibition by Tom de Freston

    Museum of Classical Archaeology Museum of Classical Archaeology, Faculty of Classics,, Cambridge, Cambridge

    The term poíēsis derives from the ancient Greek word ποιεῖν — ‘to make’, ‘to create’ — referring to the act of bringing something into being that did not previously exist. The show follows on from a solo show of the same name at Varvara Roza gallery (2025) curated by Vassiliki Tzanakou, who adapted Titian’s title Poesie to its original […]

    Free

  • Godly Play Training

    Girton Parish Church Girton Church, Cambridge Road, Girton, CB3 0PN, Cambridge, Cambridge

    A Christian movement centred on childhood spirituality providing training to transform thinking and practice for the whole of life. In making  meaning through story, wonder, and play, Godly Play nurtures spiritual lives by honouring the centrality, competency, and capacity of children. Godly Play is an innovative, creative form of religious education used widely across the […]

    £14 – £335

  • Drink and Draw

    Museum of Classical Archaeology Faculty of Classics, Sidgwick Avenue,, Cambridge, Cambridge

    It's that time of year again: Drink and Draw is here! Join us for a relaxed and friendly evening of sketching amongst our awe-inspiring sculptures. Simply drop in and get your sketch on. We'll welcome you with a glass of wine and our friendly instructors will offer you expert guidance to build your confidence and […]

    Free

  • Bridging Binaries LGBTQ+ Tour

    Museum of Classical Archaeology Faculty of Classics, Sidgwick Avenue,, Cambridge, Cambridge

    Same-sex desire does not need modern labels and categories in order to exist across time. From goddesses and ancient myths to powerful emperors explore the spectrum of identities that exist across time, place and culture in amongst the statues and sculptures of the atmospheric Cast Gallery at the Museum of Classical Archaeology. Volunteer guides share […]

    Free

  • Cambridge Beer Festival 2026

    Jesus Green Victoria Avenue, Cambridge, Cambridge

    There’ll be over 200 British real ales from over 100 breweries and 80 ciders and perries from near and far, along with the international bar, mead and wine. Cambridge CAMRA’s cheese counter will be in its usual spot, with cheese from around Britain accompanied by pork pies, scotch eggs, olives, breads and more. Once again, […]

    Lunchtimes free. Evening session, and Saturday prices vary. CAMRA members free all sessions

  • Waterbeach Colts Beer Festival

    Waterbeach Recreation Ground Cambridge Road, Waterbeach, Waterbeach

    3-day beer festival with live music, entertainment and street food raising funds for Waterbeach Colts Football Club The Waterbeach Colts run a football tournament and beer festival in May each year to raise funds to support our teams from U6 to U18. With local beers, refreshments and street food accompanied by live bands and a […]

    £5

  • An evening with John Sweeney

    Hills Road Sixth Form College Hills Road Sixth Form College, Cambridge, Cambridge

    John Sweeney’s rule of thumb is “I poke crocodiles in the eye with a stick”. He’s written eight non-fiction books and four novels including the best-seller, Elephant Moon. Sweeney is a British writer and broadcaster who became a YouTube sensation in 2007 while working for BBC Panorama and lost his temper with a member of […]

    £20

  • Tom Ford Spring 2026 Trunk Show at Boardwalk Optical Boutique Cambridge

    Boardwalk Optical Boutique 30 Main St, Cambridge ON, Cambridge ON

    Boardwalk Optical Boutique in Cambridge is hosting a one-day Tom Ford Spring 2026 Trunk Show, giving local guests the opportunity to explore the latest Tom Ford eyewear collection in a curated in-store setting, at 30 Main St, Cambridge, ON N1R 1V4, from 10 AM to 2 PM. SPRING 2026 NEWEST COLLECTION This special eyewear event […]

    Free

  • Zero to Hero

    Museum of Classical Archaeology Faculty of Classics, Sidgwick Avenue,, Cambridge, Cambridge

    Join us for an afternoon of heroic exploits at the Museum of Classical Archaeology. Inspired by the adventures of the heroes and heroines of the ancient world, families can enjoy hands-on crafts and an exciting new trail. Create your own monster to battle, design heroic armour and much more - all in one legendary afternoon. […]

    Free

  • Bridging Binaries LGBTQ+ Tour

    Museum of Classical Archaeology Faculty of Classics, Sidgwick Avenue,, Cambridge, Cambridge

    Same-sex desire does not need modern labels and categories in order to exist across time. From goddesses and ancient myths to powerful emperors explore the spectrum of identities that exist across time, place and culture in amongst the statues and sculptures of the atmospheric Cast Gallery at the Museum of Classical Archaeology. Volunteer guides share […]

    Free

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