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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Join me for an evening of social stitching. Embroider your own cap with traditional 'blackwork' patterns.
Fuel your network with more than just caffeine. Are you tired of stuffy, formal networking events that feel like a chore? Welcome to the Hot Numbers Business Club, a new monthly gathering designed for local entrepreneurs, freelancers, and professionals who value authentic connections and excellent coffee. Held at The Roastery, this isn't your average "handshake and a business card" session. It’s an intimate, high-energy morning designed to help you build a supportive local community in the heart of our roasting operation.
Learn about Erskine Childers’ connection with Cambridgeshire and his career from sailor to spy to author of the famous sailing story ‘The Riddle of the Sands’.
Step away from the everyday and immerse yourself in the therapeutic, tactile art of kurinuki—the Japanese method of intentionally carving clay to produce stunning, organic shapes. Hosted in the cosy, candlelit atmosphere of our Trumpington Street café, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to slow down, get creative, and enjoy our vibrant community spirit.
Angela Quintana Vega will present Sciencegramers, a guide exploring more than 100 careers beyond the traditional paths in academia, medicine, and research. Through her own journey, she will share insights into discovering your strengths, exploring new opportunities, and building a career that matches your passions. The event will be hosted by Prof. Sir Tony Kouzirades at The LAB in Cambridge.
Camprov presents: Pick 'n' Mix! A showcase of the finest improvised comedy that Cambridge has to offer!
In collaboration with Gigin, Discovery Sessions has firmly established itself as one of Cambridge’s premier showcases for new and emerging musical talent. Come down and support the next generation of grassroots stars right here at the roastery.
Big Deal Comedy Club Looking for the perfect Friday night in Cambridge?Join Big Deal Comedy, Cambridge's award winning comedy club, for an evening packed with laughs from some of the UK's best professional comedians.
Do you want to know more about the fantastic world of fungi?
Join jewellery artist Rebecca Ilett for an introduction to jewellery making and create your own mixed-metal pendant. Inspired by the decorative patterns and textures found throughout David Parr House, you'll learn traditional jewellery-making techniques using brass, copper, silver and gilding metal to create a unique piece to take home.
This UK Fungus Day, join us for Fungi Field Day at the Botanic Garden to celebrate fungi and their relationships with plants.
Join one of our knowledgeable Visitor Assistants for an introductory guided tour of the Kettle’s Yard house.
Cycle touring viola da gamba player Sarah Small returns to Cambridge with Hex, alongside Emily Ashton and Sam Stadlen, to present Our Autumn.
Explore antiquity beyond the binary at the Museum of Classical Archaeology.
The Cambridge Poetry Festival will return on the 10th and 11th October 2026, with a weekend of events celebrating Cambridge’s vibrant poetry scene!
Tallis’ famous choral masterpiece Spem in Alium, a motet for 40 voices, is a work like no other.
Telegenic Cambridge has served as a backdrop for many films and TV series, from the obvious – such as Chariots of Fire, The Theory of Everything and ITV’s Grantchester – to the more unexpected, including Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.