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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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Live Piano in the Heart of Cambridge
Looking for the perfect way to unwind in the heart of Cambridge? 🎹✨ Join us at the Piano Bar at Hilton Cambridge City Centre and let the smooth sounds of our resident pianist, Lucia, elevate your evening. Whether you're enjoying a cocktail after work, catching up with friends, or simply soaking in the elegant atmosphere, Lucia’s live performances on every Friday and Saturday, 7pm–10pm, set the perfect tone. 🎶🍸 Swing by, relax, and make your night a little more magical with the sound of live piano music.
Bach to Baby Family Concert in Cambridge
Bach to Baby is the critically acclaimed classical concert series for babies, children and you.
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.
Queen Idia the Musical – The Concert Sharing
A mother's love. A kingdom at war. Witness the birth of a legend in this thrilling new African story told through Afrobeats & Spoken Word.
The Lark Ascending
The English Chamber Orchestra and Harriet Mackenzie perform Vaughan Williams' The Lark Ascending, Vivaldi's Winter, and Classics at fabulous Trinity Chapel.
CATLEA Lost Souls Tour at The Blue Moon, Cambridge
Join CATLEA and an amazing lineup of rising stars for a passionate night of indie pop and alt rock.
SevenBears – “SouLJah” New Album Launch + DJ Set
SevenBears brings SouLJah to Cambridge: Live looping, Reggae, Hip-Hop, D&B, World Music & Throat Singing. All live. No backing tracks. Get ready to elevate yourself!
Echoes of Buenos Aires – Martin Alvarado and Gerardo Villar y Los Aguirre
Experience the passion and power of Buenos Aires in a breathtaking evening of tango, folk music, and unforgettable song.
repmusic & Gonville Hotel present Dinner Jazz: Robin Sings Tony Bennett
At this very special event, Robin hosts a performance dedicated to the late great Tony Bennett, shortly after what would have been his 100th birthday!
Live Music @ Hot Numbers Gwydir Street – Jess Morgan
Jess Morgan is a musician, writer and theatre-maker from Norwich, UK. She has had a career in music spanning some fifteen years with songs backed by BBC Radio 2 and 6 MUSIC. Jess was one of the first musicians to play at Hot Numbers when we first started our live music programme and it’s a real treat to see Jess return to Hot Numbers again, her music has seen her perform and tour extensively throughout the UK, Europe and North America in small venues and theatres - and just once, the O2 Arena.
Neoclassical Piano Concert with Yaroslav Oliinyk
Music for Wellbeing - a neoclassical piano concert with original music, timeless classics and wonderful atmosphere!
DJ Sessions @ Hot Numbers Gwydir Street – Miss Lady Jane & Chief Koala
DJs Miss Lady Jane & Chief Koala are no strangers to the Cambridge music scene & have regularly played together over the last 10 years at well-known local events such as Brighter Days, Houseology, Summerhouse festival & Cambridge Pride. For the first time at their own joint event, they're bringing their love of Soulful House to Hot Numbers on Friday 18 September. Please note: The ticket price of £8.00 includes a complimentary drink of your choice from our drinks menu (including all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks).
Cushion Concert
A free, family-friendly concert by children for children
Cambridge Ragas: Resonance of Sitar, Slide Guitar, and Tabla
Sitar, Indian slide guitar, Brij Veena and tabla at Cambridge Junction, with Debasis Chakroborty, Akram Khan, Mehboob Nadeem and Sam Evans.
‘What A Feeling’
Rowan's students take to the stage in their 2026 music and drama showcase 'What A Feeling!'
Silent Sessions – Silent Disco Event
Boogie Events presents: SILENT SESSIONS at Burgess Hall 3 DJs. 1 Dancefloor. Unlimited vibes. Remember the nights when the dancefloor was packed, the lights were low, and every song took you right back to your best memories? We’re bringing that feeling back — with a twist.
Did you know?
Want to meet Cambridge’s largest resident? Head to the Museum of Zoology, where you’ll be greeted by an enormous fin whale skeleton. Measuring 21-metres, it’s one of the largest of its kind ever recorded, and fills the entrance hall end to end.