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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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  • Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

    Fitzwilliam College Storey's Way, Cambridge

    ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Cambridge. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Fitzwilliam College under the gentle glow of candlelight. This is a tribute concert experience. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by […]

    £20 – £56.50

  • Contemplation, with Cambridge Schola

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

    Join us for a unique event: a choral performance amongst our casts from the antique. Enjoy a glass of wine (or elderflower presse) as the voices of Cambridge Schola sing out in our atmospheric Cast Gallery. Arrivals: from 8.15pm Performance: 8.30pm Britten Niobe | Debussy Syrinx | Danby Apollo, high our souls inspire | de Monte Venere e […]

    Free

  • Bridging Binaries LGBTQ+ Tour

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

    Bridging Binaries LGBTQ+ Tours From queens, emperors and divine beings, to scientists, artists and global communities, explore the spectrum of identities that exist across time, place and culture in Cambridge collections. How do labels and categories affect the stories we choose to tell, or how we connect with each other? How do they affect our […]

    Free

  • Cambridge Botanic Lights 2026

    Cambridge University Botanic Garden 1 Brookside, Cambridge, Cambridge

    Cambridge Botanic Lights returns for a fourth year, inviting you to explore the Garden after dark with a spectacular trail of light, colour and sound, celebrating the amazing world of plants. Get ready for an unforgettable evening! When the sun goes down, the Garden takes a new glow. Follow a trail of imaginative light installations […]

    £3 – £24.75

  • PRESENT 2026

    St Peter’s Church Next door to Kettles Yard, Cambridge, Cambridge

    A curated showcase of contemporary hand-crafted jewellery, PRESENT 2026 this year brings together nine independent designers, each with a distinctive style and approach to making. The exhibition explores the beauty of precious metals and gemstones, using traditional silversmithing skills to make an array of works from bold sculptural and organic forms with considered design, to […]

    Free

  • An Idiot’s Guide to Wine

    326 Coldhams Ln, Cambridge, CB1 3HN 326 Coldhams Ln, Cambridge

    ⭐ The smash-hit stand-up comedy show, An Idiot’s Guide to Wine, has now arrived in Cambridge! Experience an evening that pairs hilarious stand-up comedy with a curated tasting of six different wines. It’s an extraordinary blend of two pleasures that rarely come together, offering a unique opportunity to explore diverse flavors while enjoying a night of laughter. Get your tickets today! […]

    £37 – £44

  • Christmas Crafts

    Cambridge University Botanic Garden 1 Brookside, Cambridge, Cambridge

    Celebrate the festive season by learning about some of the plants and trees that are important at this time of year. Craft your very own Christmas decoration with clay, leaves and ribbon.  Ages 3 + Children must be accompanied at all times. Free child tickets for this event must be booked online. Ticket sales open […]

    Free with standard Garden admission

  • Bridging Binaries LGBTQ+ Tour

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

    Bridging Binaries LGBTQ+ Tours From queens, emperors and divine beings, to scientists, artists and global communities, explore the spectrum of identities that exist across time, place and culture in Cambridge collections. How do labels and categories affect the stories we choose to tell, or how we connect with each other? How do they affect our […]

    Free

  • Fragrance Design Experience

    Behind the Clayton Hotel 27-29 Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridge

    Creating your own bespoke fragrance has never been easier, or more fun. At The Perfume Studio, you’ll explore our exquisite experiences and enter the wonderful world of perfumery. Guided by expert perfume stylists, you’ll discover an exclusive portfolio of blends and learn the secrets of fragrance creation, before crafting your very own signature scent. This […]

    £49

  • Voulez-Vous: The Music Of ABBA

    Cambridge Corn Exchange 2 Wheeler Street, Cambridge, Cambridge, Cambridge

    Cambridge… dust off your platform boots, dig out those 70s outfits, and get ready to sing and dance the night away at the biggest Christmas ABBA party night of the year with Voulez-Vous: The Music of ABBA. Expect an evening of electrifying, non-stop entertainment, packed with nostalgia, sensational vocals, and high-energy performances from a full […]

    £35.00

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