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Comedy & Entertainment
Leanne Clarke
Big Deal Comedy Club Cambridge’s Favourite Comedy Night Looking for the perfect Friday night in Cambridge?
Art & Exhibitions
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Make it with Marmalade, Introduction to Printmaking Days
Is Printmaking for you? Come and find out at our friendly, hands-on, introductory workshop day for people who have no experience, but would like to try both Intaglio and Relief printmaking techniques in one session.
Music
The Gigspanner Big Band, A Unique Force In British Folk Music at Storeys Field, Cambridge.
“Their collective elan has a forceful presence unmatched in British folk. A faultless cavalcade” 4⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Guardian
Art & Exhibitions
Comedy & Entertainment
Family Friendly
Free
Theatre
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
The Tavern Quiz Night
Regrettably, we are unable to host a pub quiz; such things are better left to actual pubs… For this reason, we have introduced The Tavern Quiz Night.
Art & Exhibitions
Comedy & Entertainment
Family Friendly
Free
Theatre
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Ideas in Bloom: PhD Talks in the Library
An informal monthly evening of ideas, drinks, and conversation with PhD researchers at University Arms.
Comedy & Entertainment
Big Deal Thursday – Get your Geek on
Embrace your geekside and unleash your inner nerd.
Art & Exhibitions
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Make it with Marmalade Discover Linocutting Half-Day Workshops
Half-day linocutting workshops at marmalade are relaxed, sociable and busy. Marmalade Print Studio has been open for a year and is now a go-to destination for printmaking in Cambridgeshire. Our studio offers a relaxed and sociable space to get creative in and learn all about the traditional artform of printmaking.
Art & Exhibitions
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Make it with Marmalade Discover Drypoint Half-Day Workshops
Drypoint Etching is an intaglio printmaking method which involves cutting your design into the surface of a plate with a sharp etching needle.
Theatre
Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift
Murder comes to the countryside in the gripping world premiere production of Midsomer Murders, coming to the Arts Theatre Cambridge this April.
Food & Drink
Markets, Fetes & Fairs
Champagne Festival
Join us for an indulgent evening dedicated to the discovery of Champagne. This tasting experience invites guests to explore a selected range of Champagnes, showcasing a variety of producers, styles, and expressions.
Food & Drink
Argentinian Supper Club at Bull & Bass Restaurant
Join us for an unforgettable Argentinian Supper Club this April — a celebration of bold flavours, vibrant tradition, and the spirit of Argentine dining.
Comedy & Entertainment
Music
Boogie Events Presents – Crazy Bingo!
Bingo Bob and Disco Dave are back at Burgess Hall on Saturday 25th April 2026 — and they’re bringing the chaos, the music, and the most ridiculous bingo night you’ve ever experienced.
Family Friendly
Markets, Fetes & Fairs
Rampton Trail: Galaxy Trek
Rampton village transforms into a mini universe for one fun-filled afternoon with the Galaxy Trek family trail. Trekkers follow the route to spot spaceships, planets, and aliens, solving clues as they go.
Art & Exhibitions
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Evening Art Classes in Cambridge
Rowan’s art courses offer something refreshingly different from other adult classes in Cambridge. Participants consistently describe a “relaxed and supportive atmosphere”, where learning feels enjoyable as well as focused.
Theatre
THE FERRYMAN by Jez Butterworth
‘A rich, serious, deeply involving play about the shadows of the past and the power of silent love.’ The Guardian
Theatre
War of the Worlds
This thrilling, audacious and timely brand-new retelling of H.G. Wells’s classic novel War of the Worlds comes to the Arts Theatre Cambridge this April.
Festivals
Free
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Short Story Micro Festival
A free workshop and panel discussion with book stall and signings.
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Lawn Care Masterclass
Join Jack Sharp, Downing College’s Head Gardener to learn how the beautiful lawns on the Downing College estate are maintained. This course is ideal for anyone interested in growing and maintaining an attractive and resilient lawn no matter what size of lawn or level of experience.
Music
The Romano Viazzani Ensemble London Tango Spring Tour 2026 at Little St. Mary’s Church, Cambs.
Come and discover the passionate world of tango music...with a London twist.
Family Friendly
Theatre
There’s a Snake in my School
Based on David Walliams’ number one bestselling book, There’s A Snake in my School is a ssss-spectacularly funny new musical, coming to the Arts Theatre Cambridge this May.
Art & Exhibitions
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Make it with Marmalade Explore Printmaking – 5 Week Evening Course
People tell us that printmaking is magical, and if you don't believe in magic, this course will definitely change your mind!
Music
The Cann Twins on Two Pianos at All Saints’ Church, Haslingfield
The Cann Twins on Two Pianos Claire & Antoinette, who have delighted audiences around the world with their piano duet and two piano performances of classical favourites, can be heard at All Saints' Church, Haslingfield, on Friday May 8th at 7pm playing: Bizet - Carmen, Rachmaninov - Suite No.2 for Two Pianos, Ravel - La Valse, Infante - Danses Andalouses Rimsky Korsakov - Flight of the Bumble Bee, and Youman - Tea for Two Tickets £ 15, Students £ 8, Child (under 13) £1 Available from: www.canntwins.com - ‘performance tab’ or http://www.tickettailor.com/events/thecanntwins/2105061 To hear them performing in New York please click on the Youtube link below.
Festivals
Food & Drink
Cambridge Food and Drink Week 2026
Cambridge Food & Drink Week is Back! 9th – 17th May Get ready for a week where Cambridge truly comes alive.
Art & Exhibitions
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Make it with Marmalade Discover Drypoint Etching Day
For anyone who wants to discover the full creative possibilities of this painterly, printmaking technique used by Picasso, Rembrandt and many other artists, this special workshop will let you flex your Drypoint Etching muscles and fly as a printmaker.
Theatre
Death on the Nile
Bitter rivals. Buried secrets. A love to die for. This brand-new adaptation of the Agatha Christie classic comes to the Arts Theatre Cambridge this May.
Art & Exhibitions
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Painting party at The Feather’s Pub
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting!
Music
Petr Limonov, piano
Join us in the Kettle’s Yard house for a Chamber Music concert with Petr Limonov, piano.
Art & Exhibitions
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Make it with Marmalade Reduction Linocutting – Five Week Course
Our teaching style is hands-on and practical, so you will really get to grips with printmaking in this course, learning how to plan and execute a multi-colour image and working over five consecutive Saturday mornings, towards producing and printing a short edition of your own work.
Family Friendly
Festivals
Food & Drink
Cambridge Beer Festival 2026
180+ real ales, 80+ ciders, international beer, mead, wine, and cheese. Food from seven concession stands. CAMRA’s longest running festival, and one of the largest in the UK.
Art & Exhibitions
Comedy & Entertainment
Family Friendly
Free
Theatre
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Ideas in Bloom: PhD Talks in the Library
An informal monthly evening of ideas, drinks, and conversation with PhD researchers at University Arms.
Music
Solem Quartet
Join us for a Chamber Music concert with the Solem Quartet in the Kettle’s Yard house.
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
An evening with John Sweeney
An evening with investigative journalist and writer, John Sweeney.
Comedy & Entertainment
Theatre
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Beginners comedy Improv 6 week course (Wednesday evenings)
Join us for a fun and interactive 6-week comedy improv course for beginners!
Art & Exhibitions
The Wedding of Ellie & Sid
Dig out your glad rags and join the conscious coupling of Eleanor Breeze and Sid White-Jones for an exhibition-cum-wedding co-curated by the artists themselves. After five years of friendship and creative dialogue, it’s time to tie the knot.
Music
CREATION RECORDS LEGENDS THE LOFT COME TO CAMBRIDGE
Creation Records legends The Loft pay their first ever visit to Cambridge. Support comes from The Kobayashi Bookstore and Ollie Jackson There will be a brand new album to promote, songs from last year's acclaimed comeback, 'Everything Changes, Everything Changes, Everything Stays the Same' and probably their two classic Creation singles, 'Why Does the Rain' and 'Up the Hill and Down the Slope'!
Art & Exhibitions
Family Friendly
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
The Art of Floristry
Spring low arrangement workshop with expert florists. Includes seasonal blooms, vessel & fizz. Create and take home your own elegant design
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.
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.
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.
Art & Exhibitions
Comedy & Entertainment
Family Friendly
Free
Theatre
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Ideas in Bloom: PhD Talks in the Library
An informal monthly evening of ideas, drinks, and conversation with PhD researchers at University Arms.
Comedy & Entertainment
Music
Boogie Events Presents – Boogie Back to the 80s
Boogie Nite returns to Burgess Hall... and this time we're going full-on 80s! Expect a night of feel-good anthems, neon vibes, and dancing until your feet can't take any more. Think big hair. Think bold fashion. Think the greatest decade of music ever.
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.
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.
Art & Exhibitions
Comedy & Entertainment
Family Friendly
Free
Theatre
Workshops, Talks & Lectures
Ideas in Bloom: PhD Talks in the Library
An informal monthly evening of ideas, drinks, and conversation with PhD researchers at University Arms.
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