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From making your own gin with one of the world’s most innovative distilleries, to trying the best of the Cambridge food scene – here are some uniquely Cambridge experiences to seek out during your stay
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All That Jazz
Jazz nights come to Parker’s Tavern bar at the University Arms, Every Friday.
Murder Mystery Experience
An Awesome Outdoor Murder Mystery Experience! Using your mobile phone you'll need to work your way around the city interrogating suspects, cracking clues, and completing challenges to solve a mystery against the clock. Our events are perfect for friends, families, and corporate groups looking to come together for an exciting day out! 🔍
Festive Afternoon Tea
Our festive Afternoon Tea, offers a delicious selection of savouries & sweets created by our pastry team. With traditional festive finger sandwiches and cranberry scones, accompanied by a pistachio Christmas tree with a mince pie filling and mandarin & Champagne cheesecake.
Little Robin’s Christmas Trail
Celebrate Christmas at the Botanic Garden with little Robin Redbreast!
Christmas in Cambridge
Experience the all-new Christmas in Cambridge at Parker’s Piece with a festive market, ice skating, a maze, a big wheel, a cosy lodge, and heated domes!
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt at Anglesey Abbey
Join us for an adventure this Christmas at Anglesey Abbey with Wild in Art’s Bear Hunt trail from 19 November 2024 to 5 January 2025.
Christmas at Wimpole
Sony Music’s magical illuminated trail Christmas at Wimpole will return for a third year between 22 November 2024 – 1 January 2025.
Meet Father Christmas at Anglesey Abbey
Brand new for 2024, Meet Father Christmas in the house at Anglesey Abbey.
Rowan’s Christmas Fair 2024
Join Rowan’s Christmas Fair! 2 days of festive fun: Wed 4 Dec (5-8 PM) & Sun 8 Dec (11-4 PM). Crafts, music, mulled wine & more! Support Rowan 🌟
Desi night Disco ( DnD)
🌟 Desi Night Disco (DND) 🌟 Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, dance, and celebration at our first event, hosted by Rhythm & Pulse! 🗓 Date: 7th December 🕕 Time: 6 PM - 10 PM 📍 Location: The Hub, Cambourne Dive into the vibrant world of Desi beats, featuring a mix of classic and contemporary tunes that will keep you on your feet all night long! Whether you're a dance floor pro or just looking to enjoy great music and company, this is the perfect night for you. 🎉 What to Expect: Live DJ spinning your favorite Desi tracks Dance performances Food stalls serving delicious treats A welcoming atmosphere to connect and celebrate with friends Don’t miss out on this exciting night of rhythm and pulse! Grab your friends, bring your energy, and let’s make unforgettable memories together! 👉 Tickets: Visit www.rhythmandpulse.co.uk
Christmas Market at The Cambridge Union
Vintage and pre-loved clothing, vinyl records, crafts, mulled wine, street food and live music from local musicians.
Smokin Roses Presents: Folk in the Footlights ft: Parliament of Wolves, Isla Mae and The Man With a Curduroy Heart
Folk in the Footlights is a brand new folk night for Cambridge in 2024, in association with The Cambridge Union. Bringing the illustrious history of the Footlights and Cambridge's famous folk scene together, every 6 weeks we will present 3 of the area's finest acoustic music acts, with some touring acts as well.
Christmas Carols on The River
We are delighted that the Choir from St John the Evangelist are joining us on the river again this year. Let’s Go Punting and Traditional Punting Company, is now taking bookings for our Annual Charity Christmas Carol event; Christmas Carols on the River. This year we are raising money to support Cambridgeshire Community Foundation.
Did you know?
The city’s name is known around the world, but it wasn’t always called Cambridge. In the Middle Ages it was known as Grantabridge, meaning the bridge over the river Granta (one of the sources of the River Cam).