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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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Musical theatre Course
Develop your singing, acting and performance skills in our Musical Theatre course, building confidence and bringing characters to life.
VIBRANT LANDSCAPES BY CATHY NOBLE: NOW EXHIBITING AT GWYDIR STREET
Enjoy a freshly roasted coffee while exploring vibrant, original landscape paintings by local Cambridge artist Cathy Noble. Her uplifting artwork is on display and available to purchase at our Gwydir Street cafe from now until 2nd November 2026. Free entry, everyone welcome!
ABRASIONS – new work by Ian Rawlinson
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of The Edge Café on the Brookfields site, Ian Rawlinson presents ABRASIONS, his 10th solo exhibition at the café. After spending the last 14 years working on imagery inspired by places and memories from his past in Cambridge, his work is now evolving in different and as yet, unknown directions. To conclude this period of work, Rawlinson will be exhibiting prints from two recent series, 'Mere' and 'Butterfly'. The inspiration for this work comes from his writing, which explores connections between different areas of his East Anglian past. The process of making then fragments and distorts the imagery, revealing an abstracted sense of place.
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.
The Flowers Stand Silently, Witnessing
A group exhibition at Cambridge Artspace, bringing together the work of Maisy Aykroyd, Theo Panagopoulos and Sid White Jones.
Stand up Comedy in Cambridge ,
WCB Comedy presents Hal Cruttenden with Reginald D Hunter, MC Ash Frith & Dan Antopolski.
The Art of The Rag Rug with Lu Mason
Discover the craft of traditional rag rug making in this workshop with artist and experienced rug maker Lu Mason. Perfect for beginners and textile enthusiasts, this session introduces two classic rag rug methods – hookie and proddie/clippie.
Fused Glass Christmas Decoration Workshop
Join our Fused Glass Artist, June Massey, to use your creative skills to design and make beautiful, unique fused glass Christmas decorations; they will definitely be a talking point for your Christmas visitors!
International E-Waste Day – Saturday 17th October 2026
Bring your E-Waste to the Centre for Computing History!
Familiar Faces with Gareth Davies
From David Bowie to Bon Jovi, Princess Diana, Nelson Mandela and more, local photographer Gareth Davies has captured some of the most talked about moments of the last 30 years.
Artist Conversation and Collage Workshop
A free collaborative workshop led by participating artists and curator of The Flowers Stand Silently, Witnessing, exploring personal and community heritage through collage, found imagery and natural forms.
International Repair Day Repair Cafe
Special Repair Cafe to celebrate International Repair Day's Tenth birthday. Book in something you need mending, and enjoy tea and cake too.
Cambridge Bead Fair – Sun 18th Oct 2026 – Free Entry and Refreshments!
Beads and Pearls For The Home Jewellery Maker. Many New Semi Precious Beads Just Imported. Free Entry and Refreshments!
Apple Day 2026
Join us as we host the region’s biggest Apple Day on Sunday 18 October 2026.
Blue Rose Code – East Of Eden Tour 2026
Acclaimed Edinburgh singer-songwriter Ross Wilson brings his Blue Rose Code project back to the road for a new run of intimate solo and duo shows across the UK with new album East Of Eden.
Operation Mincemeat
The the fast-paced, hilarious and unbelievable true story of the twisted secret mission that won us World War II, comes to the Arts Theatre in October 2026.
Did you know?
In 1958, a group of engineering students managed to hoist an Austin Seven car onto the roof of Senate House, with the help of some clever calculations. It took the university a week to remove it – and will surely go down in history as one of the boldest student pranks ever!