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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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Festivals
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Ancient Oak Fayre
Viking Medieval event. A family fun and educational day. We have jousting, falconry, walk about musicians. Pentacle drummers, Daridel. Devilstick Peat the jester. Battles and living history,we have many knowledgeable people that you can chat to. Hold a wild bird. The Watermill wolves and the Mermaid tank. Have a go archery. Market including Medieval and Viking ( authentically crafted ) Pagan wares. In the fairy glade there will be free workshops for children. Bubbles the Pixie. Face-painting, story telling. Also in the fairy glade there will be a fancy dress? costume competition with money prizes for Men, women and children.
Ancient Oak Fayre
Viking Medieval event. A family fun and educational day. We have jousting, falconry, walk about musicians. Pentacle drummers, Daridel. Devilstick Peat the jester. Battles and living history,we have many knowledgeable people that you can chat to. Hold a wild bird. The Watermill wolves and the Mermaid tank. Have a go archery. Market including Medieval and Viking ( authentically crafted ) Pagan wares. In the fairy glade there will be free workshops for children. Bubbles the Pixie. Face-painting, story telling. Also in the fairy glade there will be a fancy dress? costume competition with money prizes for Men, women and children.
Cambridge Wellness Festival 2026
The Cambridge Wellness Festival returns to the Cambridge Biomedical Campus on Tuesday 8 September 2026, bringing staff, patients, visitors and local residents together for a free day of health and wellbeing. Taking place on The Green, next to Cambridge South Railway Station, from 11am–6pm, the festival features yoga, Tai Chi, wellbeing stands, workshops, expert talks, arts and crafts, women’s health sessions and Pets as Therapy dogs. Come along to connect with the campus community, discover new approaches to wellbeing and take some time for yourself. Entry and all activities are free.
The Big Retreat Festival
Feel Good. Your Way. A unique festival blending wellbeing, fitness, music, food, creativity and connection in Cambridgeshire.
Open Cambridge: Stitch and Code – The Binary Quilt. Sat 12th September 2026
Create a binary code quilt square at CCH! Part of Open Cambridge. Sept 12-13. Free museum admission (code Quilt100). Pre-booking recommended.
Open Cambridge: Stitch and Code – The Binary Quilt. Sun 13th September 2026
Create a binary code quilt square at CCH! Part of Open Cambridge. Sept 12-13. Free museum admission (code Quilt100). Pre-booking recommended.
Newmarket Sausage Festival
Get ready for a sizzling day of family fun as the Newmarket Sausage Festival returns to Market Square on Saturday 26th September 2026, from 10am to 3pm.
The Big Bike Film Night 2026 – Cambridge
The best cycling short films from around the world are here!
Did you know?
University of Cambridge was founded in 1209, making it the world's fourth-oldest surviving university.