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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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Whisper of Wonder: The Magic of Cambridge
TRUE STORIES & IMPOSSIBLE MAGIC An intimate three-course dinner and show experience exploring the hidden stories and unusual characters of Cambridge across the ages, reimagined through storytelling and magic. Perfect for visitors, date nights, and special occasions, this will be the most magical night out in Cambridge. Expect the unexpected as you are led into the murky past of one of the world’s most influential cities. Across nine chapters, the show explores key elements of Cambridge's unique DNA, from traitorous spies and dubious spirits to genius minds, and the birth of AI. The show is filled with mind-blowing magic, remarkable facts about Cambridge, and interactive moments throughout. You will be just a few feet away from the action. Cambridge has it all… and more.
My Stick Family
Come and make a stick friend with leaves, wool and string.
This Flight Tonight- Songs of Joni
'This Flight Tonight- The Songs of Joni Mitchell' an intimate acoustic tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell... presenting Mitchell's music as it would have been performed in Joni's early performances. This Flight Tonight stay true to Mitchells Vision for her music with a faithful, respectful recital of Joni's finest songs.
This Flight Tonight- The Songs of Joni Mitchell
Acclaimed songwriters Zervas & Pepper present 'This Flight Tonight-The Songs of Joni Mitchell' an intimate acoustic tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell... featuring songs such as 'California', 'Blue', 'Woodstock' 'Both Sides Now', 'Carey', 'Coyote', 'A Case Of You', and many more...
An Introduction to Glass Painting with Flora Jamieson
Join stained-glass artist Flora Jamieson for an introduction to the traditional art of glass painting. Take inspiration from the stained glass at David Parr House and our collection of decorative designs by F. R. Leach & Sons, the Cambridge decorative arts firm where David Parr worked. Learn historic stained-glass painting techniques and create your own beautifully painted glass quarry, which will be kiln-fired, finished and ready to hang in your home.
Retro Computer Festival 2026 (Space Edition)
Retro Computer Festival 2026 is Go for landing! This year we'll boldly go to a galaxy far far away. And Houston, we hope there's no problems. As you might have guessed, the theme is SPACE!
Susie Dent: Word Perfect
Susie Dent is back with a brand-new collection of facts and stories, reminding us just how unpredictable, wayward and utterly magical our mother tongue can be.
In Conversation: Sunil Gupta and Hal Fischer
Join exhibition artist Sunil Gupta and photographer Hal Fischer for an evening exploring queer photography.
Susan Calman: Tall Tales
For the first time in ten years, beloved comedian, writer and broadcaster Susan Calman returns to the stage with a joyful, whip-smart and wonderfully unhinged evening of stories, silliness and surprise, already adding extra dates due to phenomenal demand!
Copy That Floppy
Recover old data from floppy disks into modern format at CCH! Nov 21, 1-5pm. £12 per 30-min slot (includes full-day museum entry).
The Centenary of the National Garden Scheme
Well known garden writer and former chief executive of the National Garden Scheme to give 2026 Max Walters Memorial Lecture for plant enthusiasts. Venue: The William Collyn Centre, Wellbrook Way, Girton, Cambridge, CB3 0GP. Plenty of free parking, including parking for those with disabilities, or bus from Cambridge centre. Tickets: In advance only. £12 Plant Heritage members and students, £17 for visitors. Please email Rosemary Buisseret to apply for tickets/information: ppsrjb@gmail.com
Mark Thomas: 40 In Stand Up Years
What?! Mark Thomas has been ‘standing up’ for 40 years? Impossible!! But how old does that make you…? Alas it is true; one of our oldest surviving alternative comics celebrates 40 years at the mic as he takes his brand-new show on the road this autumn.
Shakespeare in a Suitcase – Hamlet
Combining Shakespearean verse, modern language inventive staging and live music, NIE reimagines Hamlet as fast, funny and family friendly.
LATE at Kettle’s Yard
Join us at Kettle’s Yard for an evening of art, talks, music and making, inspired by our exhibition Sunil Gupta: Life with a Camera, 1970 – Now.
Cambridge Botanic Lights
Join us for 2026's Cambridge Botanic Lights trail around Cambridge University Botanic Garden!
Rush Christmas Decorations with Nadine Anderson
Join master basketmaker Nadine Anderson and weave your own festive willow decorations using traditional basketry techniques. Working with Cambridgeshire-grown willow and locally harvested rush, you'll create a collection of beautiful handmade decorations inspired by the natural materials and craftsmanship that were so important to the Arts & Crafts movement.
Did you know?
Cambridge University Library is one of the UK’s six legal deposit libraries, which means it receives a copy of every book published in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. It now houses over 8 million books, journals and other items!