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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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Stapleford Village Show
Stapleford Village Show - part of the Stapleford Village Weekend, celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. The theme this year is "Learning how to look after our plant" A traditional village show. Lots of classes to enter including home grown vegetables, flowers, flower arranging, handicraft, photography etc. Craft stalls, village cafe, BBQ, tug of war, circus skills workshop, beat the goalie and many other activities. Events start at 1pm with a dog show. Come and spend a relaxing afternoon with us celebrating.
Strawberry Fair
From humble beginnings, Strawberry Fair has grown to be the most popular free music and arts event in Cambridge. On the first Saturday of June for almost forty years, residents and visitors have gathered together on Midsummer Common to celebrate their vibrant and creative city.
Cambridgeshire County Day
Celebrating Cambridgeshire and Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
BOUDOIR FEMME POP-UP FASHION & BEAUTY EVENT
We are delighted to announce Cambridge online boutique, Boudoir Femme will be hosting a pop-up at 50/60 Station Road, Cambridge on Wednesday 29th June in associaton with Molton Brown. We will be selling collections from American Vintage, Bellerose, Rails, Moliin Copenhagen, Kate Sheridan bags, Rachel Jackson jewellery and more between 12-4pm in the reception area- All welcome-FREE ENTRY VIP discounts on the day for all who attend
Family Village Day & MISHRA at Stapleford Granary
FAMILY VILLAGE DAY & MISHRA at STAPLEFORD GRANARY Sunday 17 July | 11:00am - 4:00pm FREE FAMILY EVENT Live music, headline folk band MISHRA, pop-up food, artist stalls, hands-on craft activities for families
Ask a NASA Astronaut: Kayla Barron with Maggie Aderin-Pocock | Our Place in Space
As part of Our Place in Space's Cambridge launch weekend line-up of events on Midsummer Common, come along to the Stage Tent to get the opportunity to ask questions to a real-life astronaut — Kayla Barron.
Evening You Song | Our Place in Space
Join us for a spectacular performance of live choral music based on traditional Even Song.
Our Place in Space | Morning Yoga on Midsummer Common
Relax, unwind and be mindful by Mercury! Jump in your space shuttle and head towards Mercury to join a yoga class that will help restore your body and mind with Karin Eklund.
The Cambridge Country Show
Come along and join us at The Cambridge Country Show, this is the event with something for everybody. Pop along to see what we have on offer for you.
Meteors on Midsummer — Silent Disco Skygazing | Our Place in Space
Taking place on Midsummer Common during the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, this unique event will invite you to lie back and open your eyes and ears to the wonder of the sky.
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Stourbridge Medieval Fair at the Leper Chapel
Free family-fun event at the historic Leper Chapel with dancing, music, storytelling, stalls, crafts and fascinating history talks.
3 Brands 1 Fashion Pop-Up at Graduate Hotel Cambridge
We are excited to announce the Graduate Hotel Cambridge as the venue for our next boutique pop-up event in the Cayley Suite on Wed 14th September from 5:30-8:00pm. Join us where we'll be showcasing NEW autumn collections from Cambridge Womenswear boutique, Boudoir Femme, including European womenswear brands including American Vintage, Bellerose & Rino & Pelle. We will be joined by cult jewellery brand, Rachel Jackson London and Independent British Perfumery, To the Fairest on the night. We’ll also be on hand to offer styling advice to all attending. RSVP to pippa@boudoirfemme.co.uk to secure your place and exclusive event only discounts on the night.
Excellence of Youth Art Show
A celebration of exciting, young UK artists. The exhibition features 22 artists aged 18 to 32, working across a wide range of media. Private View: Friday 14th October. Opening at 6pm Refreshments served. VIP Entry £25 Open to the Public: Saturday 15th 10 am to 6pm and Sunday 16th October 10am to 4pm. Entry £5 Excellence of Youth, Quy Mill Hotel. Proceeds in support of the Arthur Rank Hospice Charity and Children with Cancer UK https://www.excellence-of-youth.org/ -
Christmas Lights Switch On with Star Radio at the Market Square
On Sunday 20th November, we head to Market Square to turn on the city centre lights. The annual Big Switch On kicks off Christmas season this year with Star Radio taking control of stage, promising to entertain the crowds from midday. There will be a lively line up from local performing arts clubs, choirs and much much more. This year we are joined by Cambridge United and Mayor of the City of Cambridge – Councillor Mark Ashton to help switch on the Christmas lights.
Huntingdon Christmas Market 2022
Now that Christmas is just around the corner, we’re excited to invite you to Huntingdon Christmas Market 2022. This year, the event will take place from Friday 25th November – Sunday 27th November 2022, with the popular Christmas Lights Switch on scheduled for Friday 25th November at 6.30pm. Gold medalist, Jake Jarman will officially switch on the lights for everyone to enjoy.
Did you know?
One of the oldest surviving buildings in Cambridge is the Leper Chapel on Newmarket Road. Also known as the Chapel of St Mary Magdalene, it dates back to the 12th century and was originally used as a place to isolate victims of leprosy.