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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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All That Jazz
Jazz nights come to Parker’s Tavern bar at the University Arms, every Friday.
William Blake’s Universe
Discover a constellation of European artists seeking spirituality in their lives and art in response to war, revolution and political turbulence.
International Garden Photographer of the Year Exhibition 2024
Enjoy exploring a selection of winning garden photos at Cambridge University Botanic Garden.
Cambridge Standing Tall
A sculpture trail of towering proportions will be taking over Cambridge this spring as over 90 gentle giants from the African plains gallop onto the city’s streets!
Exhibition: The Stories Behind the Stitches
The Museum of Cambridge opens a temporary exhibition, “The Stories Behind the Stitches”, exploring wellness, disability and self-expression through Cambridge textiles. “The Stories Behind the Stitches” is a temporary exhibition of needlework, quilts, and other textile objects which explore how the needle and thread has been paramount in Cambridge and Cambridgeshire community’s self-expression during times of War, throughout education, and times of celebration. The exhibit is now open and will be on display until Autumn 2024.
Art Exhibition – Wightman Gallery Opening at Compass Courtyard
An Inaugural Exhibition celebrates work from 15 artists produced in response to nature and the lines within it. The show will be displaying ceramics from Scotland, oil paintings, and sculptures by some top makers and artists.
The Ghostly Gift of Miss Constance Couper
An original play by Sean Lang, performed by Combined Actors of Cambridge. Enjoy an intriguing tale of mysteries and ghosts that spans the centuries from the French Revolution, through Edwardian England and 1960's Oxford. A haunting story of ghosts, intrigue, time travel – and murder.
Exploring David Parr’s Painting with Mary Kempski
Join Mary Kempski for a talk on David Parr’s Painting exploring his historic painting technique, the pigments and materials he used and how his vision was achieved.
Which Wine When with Bert Blaize
Which, Wine, When? This April Parker's Tavern welcome Norfolk-based wine expert and drinks writer Bert Blaize to host a one-off tasting session in their Library.
Textile Jewellery Workshop with Tanvi Kant
Join artist Tanvi Kant for a vibrant textiles workshop to rework a variety of fabric remnants. You will learn how to make intricate fabric cords and transform them into tactile jewellery.
Award Winners Whisky Tasting
Guided tasting through 6 award-winning whiskies for beginners and seasoned samplers alike.
New Music: Eliza McCarthy, piano
Join us for this year’s New Music concert series, programmed by our New Music Curator Tom McKinney. For the third concert, pianist Eliza McCarthy will take to the Kettle’s Yard Steinway.
The Archive Band – The Archive Rocks Eddington
The Archive covers band travel back to the nineties and noughties to bring you all the best indie, britpop, grunge & punk-rock favorites.
Annie Dressner “I Thought It Would Be Easier” Spring Tour
"Dressner is able to paint visceral images and transport the listener to the world of the song." - American Songwriter
Mindfulness with Flowers
A Day of Holistic Relaxation in the beautiful Quy Mill Hotel & Spa. With guided meditations, craft-based aromatherapy, flower-themed food and drink (including elderflower wine!) and so much more! Unwind your mind through a floral journey of the senses.
Nick Barraclough: Songs & Stories from a lifetime in Country
Singer, guitarist, songwriter and music broadcaster, Nick Barraclough is a Cambridge legend and a self-proclaimed 'man of country'.
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.