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Big Weekend

Friday 7th - Sunday 9th July

Parker's Piece

FREE

Summer just wouldn’t be summer in Cambridge without the highlight of the city’s free outdoor events – The Big Weekend and Cambridge Mela, City Events provided by Cambridge City Council and organised by Cambridge Live.

Headliners ABC kick off the weekend on Friday with thousands expected on Parker’s Piece to enjoy a dazzling array of entertainment.

On Saturday, there’s so much to enjoy, including the French Market, Sports Zone, Gaming Hub and The Big Read & Write, covering 10 entertainment and activity packed hours of free entertainment for all.

On Sunday, as well as community choirs, the Sports Zone and French Market, the Big Weekend will feature the ever popular Cambridge Mela, celebrating Asian culture.

An entertainment and activity packed Big Weekend with something for everyone, looks set to be an unmissable highlight in the city this summer!