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Carducci Quartet
Music

Carducci Quartet

Join us for a Chamber Music concert with the Carducci Quartet in the Kettle’s Yard house.

  • 28/05/2026 - 28/05/2026
New Music: Clare Hammond, piano
Music

New Music: Clare Hammond, piano

Join us for a New Music concert in the Kettle’s Yard house. This week, we will be welcoming Clare Hammond, piano.

  • 04/06/2026 - 04/06/2026
Once Upon a Time in Fenland
Family Friendly
Theatre

Once Upon a Time in Fenland

Presented by New International Encounter Join NIE's ensemble of Actor/Musicians as they mix fact, fiction, and the stories of local school children to tell you the history of the Fens and the land on which we live.

  • 10/06/2026 - 11/06/2026
Stewart Lee vs The Man-Wulf
Comedy & Entertainment

Stewart Lee vs The Man-Wulf

Lee shares his stage with a tough-talking werewolf comedian from the dark forests of the subconscious who hates humanity, coming to the Arts Theatre Cambridge this June.

  • 14/06/2026 - 16/06/2026
The Gruffalo
Family Friendly
Theatre

The Gruffalo

Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book, coming to the Arts Theatre this June.

  • 17/06/2026 - 21/06/2026
Bach to Baby Family Concert in Cambridge
Family Friendly
Music

Bach to Baby Family Concert in Cambridge

Bach to Baby is the critically acclaimed classical concert series for babies, children and you.

  • 27/06/2026 - 17/10/2026
Celebrating Nat King Cole with the Down for the Count Swing Orchestra
Music

Celebrating Nat King Cole with the Down for the Count Swing Orchestra

The acclaimed Down for the Count Swing Orchestra returns to Cambridge with a special celebration of one of Swing music's true greats: Nat King Cole.

  • 02/07/2026 - 02/07/2026
Folk@CMT2026
Art & Exhibitions
Comedy & Entertainment
Family Friendly
Festivals
Food & Drink
Music

Folk@CMT2026

Where Folk Music Meets Industrial Heritage

  • 25/07/2026 - 25/07/2026
A Mughal Songbook: Art, Music and Empire
Art & Exhibitions

A Mughal Songbook: Art, Music and Empire

Experience the vibrant world of song, poetry and performance of Mughal South Asia from around 1750 to 1850.

  • 08/09/2026 - 07/03/2027
An outdoor cinema experience like no other is coming to Anglesey Abbey  11th September – 13th September 2026
Family Friendly

An outdoor cinema experience like no other is coming to Anglesey Abbey 11th September – 13th September 2026

Adventure Cinema returns for 2026 with its biggest and most immersive season yet, bringing the magic of the big screen to the stunning surroundings of Anglesey Abbey.

  • 11/09/2026 - 13/09/2026
Blood Brothers
Theatre

Blood Brothers

The multi-award-winning musical Blood Brothers comes to the Arts Theatre Cambridge in September 2026.

  • 15/09/2026 - 19/09/2026
Operation Mincemeat
Theatre

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.

  • 19/10/2026 - 24/10/2026
An Enamel Revolution: China and the World
Art & Exhibitions

An Enamel Revolution: China and the World

Discover the fusion of art, technology and international trade that pushed the boundaries of enamel decoration in China from the 1600s.

  • 20/10/2026 - 31/01/2027
A Call to Art: William Morris & the Pre-Raphaelites
Art & Exhibitions

A Call to Art: William Morris & the Pre-Raphaelites

Discover the radical vision behind the pioneering decorative designs and romantic storytelling of British designer and activist William Morris and the Pre-Raphaelites.

  • 23/10/2026 - 03/05/2027
This Flight Tonight- Songs of Joni
Music

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.

  • 12/11/2026 - 12/11/2026
A Christmas Carol
Art & Exhibitions
Comedy & Entertainment
Family Friendly
Theatre
Workshops, Talks & Lectures

A Christmas Carol

A One-Man Performance by Mathew Jones. A bare stage. A single performer. And suddenly, Victorian London flickers into life.

  • 20/12/2026 - 21/12/2026
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