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Christmas in Cambridge

Christmas in Cambridge is back from 13th November until 31st December at Parker’s Piece. Wander through the sparkling Christmas Market, glide across the open-air ice rink, get lost in the twinkling Christmas Tree Maze, and take in the views from the Big Wheel. Gather with friends in the cosy Alpine Lodge or book a spot on the Après Terrace with curling lanes for festive fun. With seasonal street food, warming drinks, and magical memories waiting around every corner, Christmas in Cambridge is the perfect way to celebrate the season in the heart of the city.

  • 13th November 2025 - 31st December 2025
  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

Christmas in Cambridge is back to spread festive cheer on Parker’s Piece!

 

Dates : 13th November until December 31st

 

Wander through the sparkling Christmas Market at Parker’s Piece, glide across Cambridge’s open air ice rink, lose yourself in the twinkling Christmas Tree Maze, then rise above the lights on the Big Wheel. Settle in with friends at the cosy Alpine Lodge or book a spot on the Après Terrace to try your hand at curling. With seasonal street food, warming drinks and magical moments around every corner, Christmas in Cambridge is the perfect way to celebrate the season in the heart of the city.

 

⛄️ Snow…what’s on :

 

⛸️ Skating
Cambridge’s biggest open air rink, with friendly skate aids to help little ones and first timers find their feet.

Find out more and book here: https://www.christmasincambridge.co.uk/ice-skating

 

🏠 Christmas Market
Shop chalet stalls from local makers, then tuck into street food and seasonal drinks.

Details here: https://www.christmasincambridge.co.uk/the-christmas-market

 

🎄 Tree Maze
Take a festive wander through a maze of twinkling trees.

Info and booking here: https://www.christmasincambridge.co.uk/christmas-tree-maze

 

🛞 The Big Wheel
Take in the lights and views over the city with a ride on the big wheel.

See attractions here: https://www.christmasincambridge.co.uk/attractions

 

🍺 Alpine Lodge
Settle in for mulled wine and steins, with quiz nights and cosy seating that invites you to linger.

Table options here: https://www.christmasincambridge.co.uk/the-alpine-lodge

 

🎿 Apres Terrace and Curling
Book a curling lane, or drop in for free to play shuffleboard and table football beneath the heated stretch tent.

Find out more here: https://www.christmasincambridge.co.uk/the-apres-terrace

 

🎅 Christmas Tipi
A cosy bar area to gather with family and friends, with Santa stopping by for little moments of magic.

 

Read more here: https://www.christmasincambridge.co.uk/the-christmas-tipi

 

Plan your visit

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Facilities

  • Assistance dogs welcome
  • Bar
  • Beer Garden
  • Disabled Accessibility
  • Dog-friendly
  • Facilities for Disabled Guests
  • mostly flat terrain
  • Outside Seating
  • wheelchair access
  • wheelchair accessible

Accessibility Facilities

  • Assistance dogs welcome
  • Designated wheelchair public toilet
  • facilities for disabled guests
  • Mostly flat terrain
  • Wheel chair accessible
  • wheelchair access
  • Wheelchair accessible
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