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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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Art & Exhibitions
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Children’s ‘Cambridge Inspired’ Community Design Competition
Channel your child’s creativity with our Sterling Silver pendant design competition.
Glenn Ligon: All Over The Place
Glenn Ligon: All Over The Place 20 September 2024 – 2 March 2025 Experience the work of American contemporary artist Glenn Ligon in this landmark exhibition bringing together works by the artist alongside his unique interventions in The Fitzwilliam Museum's galleries. Widely regarded as one of the leading contemporary artists working today, Ligon is best known for his text-based paintings which include the words of writers such as James Baldwin, Gertrude Stein and Zora Neale Hurston. Through these artworks, he explores the social, cultural and political constructions of race.
Oil painting for beginners
Have you always wanted to experiment with painting in oil, but you are not really sure where to begin? Then this course is perfect for you!
Let’s Go Circular
Check our programme of interactive workshops and exhibitions, showcasing some of the best circular economy initiatives from across Cambridgeshire.
Art Exhibition: ‘On Being One’
Visit Wolfson's latest exhibition 'On Being One' featuring work by visual artist Sophy Rickett, open to the public, Saturday and Sundays, 10.00 - 17.00.
Exhibition: Words to Live By; Words to Live With
Join us for House Guests: Words to Live By; Words to Live With, an exhibition that invites artists, designers, and makers to creatively respond to the extraordinary interiors and history of 186 Gwydir Street, Cambridge.
Twilight at Ely Museum
Join us for family fun after hours at Ely Museum. Explore the galleries in the dark with your torch, listen to a spooky story and follow the cryptic clues of our Twilight trail, all included in your Twilight ticket.
Storigraphic November Open Studio Shopping Day
November Open Studio: Shop, Discover, and Receive a Free Gift Join us for our next Open Studio and explore our latest collections of sustainably made homeware, stationery, textiles, gifts, and accessories.
RetroGusto by Cosmin Diaconu Upcycled Fashion Show
The road signs point you in one direction—Real Fashion is making a bold comeback, and you’re invited to be part of it. Join us for an unforgettable Fashion Show, where creativity, sustainability, and style take center stage. Be prepared to witness a collection of upcycled designs that redefine fashion as we know it. This is more than just a show—it's a statement.
Steam at the Cambridge Museum of Technology
A great day out for all the family. Have all your senses stimulated by our magnificent steam engines running in public again following an extensive restoration program.
Film Screening: Adham Faramawy ‘The Cyclamen and the Cedar’
Join artist Adham Faramawy for the launch of their new film ‘The Cyclamen and the Cedar’, the culmination of their recent residency at Kettle’s Yard as part of 20/20, a 3 year programme with the UAL Decolonising Arts Institute. Followed by conversation between the artist and curator Guy Haywood.
Songs For Our Land – Live In Cambridge
A documentary film screening and live cinematic concert adaptation of the score, in aid of those affected by the 2023 Turkey-Syria earthquake.
RAREfest24 Exhibition – Science, Technology, Community, Arts
Join us on Saturday, November 23rd at the Guildhall in Cambridge for RAREfest. A rare disease-inspired festival as unique as you are. For curious minds of all ages. Science, technology, community, art and film.
Kiln Cambridge Christmas Pottery Exhibition and Sale
Christmas Studio Exhibition and Sale with unique work from 35+ potters
Christmas Brush Lettering Workshop
Try your hand at Brush Lettering with illustrator and lettering artist Rebecca Cahill Roots. Using brush pens and brushes explore this fun lettering style just in time to share your new skill on Christmas cards and gift tags.
Christmas Brush Lettering Evening
Try your hand at Brush Lettering with Rebecca from Betty Etiquette. Learn this beautiful calligraphy lettering style in a friendly relaxed workshop just in time to share it with friends and family this Christmas!
Did you know?
Want to visit Europe’s largest air museum? Pay a visit to IWM Duxford, which houses a huge collection of aircraft and aviation exhibits, as well as hosting regular flying displays.