Cambridge Food & Drink Week Returns This May
9th –17th May 2026
Cambridge’s food and drink scene will take centre stage this May as Cambridge Food & Drink Week returns from 9th–17th May 2026, bringing a city-wide celebration of great hospitality, local flavours and unique dining experiences.
Delivered by Cambridge BID, the week invites residents and visitors to explore the very best of Cambridge’s cafés, restaurants, bars and pubs through a programme of special offers, exclusive events and themed trails.
Across nine days, venues throughout the city will be hosting a variety of experiences designed to showcase Cambridge’s vibrant food and drink culture. From independent coffee spots and bakeries to cocktail bars and award-winning restaurants, there will be plenty of opportunities to discover somewhere new or revisit a local favourite.
Visitors can expect:
- Special dining offers and set menus across participating venues
- Unique food and drink experiences hosted by local businesses
- Three themed trails highlighting must-try dishes, drinks and hidden gems
- One-off events, tastings and pop-ups taking place across the city
This year’s event is proudly supported by Headline Sponsor Elle-Events Management, the award-winning events agency led by Elle Roberts-Nissen. Throughout the week, the team will host a number of exclusive experiences, adding an extra layer of creativity and celebration to the programme.
The festivities will kick off with a launch event on Saturday 9th May at Lion Yard Shopping Centre, sponsored by Grey’s Bars, where visitors can enjoy complimentary mocktails while they shop, bringing a fun and refreshing start to Cambridge Food and Drink Week.
Cambridge Food & Drink Week is designed to celebrate the city’s incredible hospitality sector while encouraging people to explore, taste and experience everything the city has to offer.
Full event listings, trails and offers will be announced soon.
Cambridge Food and Drink Week is Delivered by Cambridge BID
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