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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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  • Behind the Books: An afternoon with Tim Sullivam

    Wesley Methodist Church Christ's Pieces, Cambridge, Cambridge

    Join Tim Sullivan, author of the DS Cross series of novels, as he takes us 'behind the scenes' of writing bestselling detective fiction. Have you ever wondered how seemingly everyday citizens come to write successful crime and detective fiction? How they conjure ghastly situations in such forensic detail, and how they describe police investigations when […]

    £6

  • Hands On With the Romans

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

    Get up close with the ancient world at Hands On with the Romans. This family-friendly activity gives you the chance to handle replica Roman artefacts and discover how people lived nearly two thousand years ago. Learn about Roman daily life and uncover the stories behind fascinating objects.   This is a Summer at the Museums event. […]

    Free

  • Iago Banet, ‘The Galician King of Acoustic Guitar’

    Cambridge Juntion, J2 Clifton Way, Cambridge, Cambridge

    An evening of ‘incendiary fingerpicking guitar’ As featured on BBC Radio 2's The Blues Show with Cerys Matthews ‘A master of the guitar’, Sean Rafferty, BBC Radio 3 ‘Fabulous’, Katie Derham, BBC Radio 3 ‘Highly recommended artist’, DKOS, Celtic Connections 2023 ✭✭✭✭ ‘Nothing short of phenomenal’, R'n'R Magazine Described as ‘a master of the guitar’ […]

    £18.50

  • Cool carnivorous family activity

    Cambridge University Botanic Garden 1 Brookside, Cambridge, Cambridge

    Join us this school holiday to discover some of our carnivorous plants and create craft inspired by them. Drop-in to join in the fun. All ages welcome, no need to pre-book. Find us in the Garden Room at the Schools’ Garden. Normal Garden admission applies for accompanying adults.

    Free with standard Garden admission

  • The Romans are Coming!

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

    Travel to the world of ancient Rome during an action-packed family day at the Museum of Classical Archaeology. Ever wondered what it was like to be a Roman soldier or wear a toga? Now is your chance to find out. Try on traditional Roman dress, take part in hands-on crafts and other family activities - and […]

    Free

  • Magnificent Moths and Beautiful Butterflies

    Cambridge University Botanic Garden 1 Brookside, Cambridge, Cambridge

    Come and find out all about butterflies and moths and get creative with our crafty activity. Celebrate the magic of butterflies and moths. We will be looking into their life cycles and finding out some fun facts about the ones that visit the Garden. Ages 3 + Children must be accompanied at all times. Free […]

    Free with standard Garden admission

  • Magic of Thailand Festival in Cambridge

    Parker’s Piece Parker’s Piece, A603, Cambridge, Cambridge

    A two day Thai Festival to experience the taste of Thailand this summer at Parker's Piece is brought to you by Magic of Thailand, previously known as Cambridge Thai Festival. Treat yourself to a weekend wonder and bring along your families and friends to feel a touch of Thai culture, where you can challenge your […]

    £6.00

  • Samba Cambridge invites Ariane de Souza and Chora Cambridge

    The Grain & Hop Store 69 Regent Street, Cambridge, Cambridge

    Samba Cambridge is back to The Grain & Hop Store! We are thrilled to welcome Ariane de Souza and Chora Cambridge for a Roda de Samba filled with pure Brazilian joy Ariane de Souza @arianemdsouza is a Brazilian-born singer, songwriter, actress and live performer based in Sydney, Australia, with over a decade of stage experience […]

    £5

  • Samba Cambridge invites Ariane de Souza and Chora Cambridge

    The Grain & Hop Store 69 Regent Street, Cambridge, Cambridge

    Samba Cambridge is back to The Grain & Hop Store! 🎶🥁 We are thrilled to welcome Ariane de Souza and Chora Cambridge for a Roda de Samba filled with pure Brazilian joy 🇧🇷 ✨ Ariane de Souza is a Brazilian-born singer, songwriter, actress and live performer based in Sydney, Australia, with over a decade of […]

    £5.00

  • Plant printing family activity

    Cambridge University Botanic Garden 1 Brookside, Cambridge, Cambridge

    Join us this school holiday to create prints using leaves and petals and discover their amazing patterns and textures. Drop-in to join in the fun. All ages welcome, no need to pre-book. Find us in the Garden Room at the Schools’ Garden. Normal Garden admission applies for accompanying adults.

    Free with standard Garden admission

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