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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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My Stick Family
Come and make a stick friend with leaves, wool and string.
The Common Thread – November Business Networking Morning
University Arms’ relaxed monthly networking morning, bringing together Cambridge’s founders, consultants, creatives and professionals.
Christmas Lights Switch On at Station Square 2026
Cambridge is getting ready to welcome the festive season this November, with two Christmas light switch-on events set to bring the city to life and mark the official countdown to Christmas. The two events will kick-start the festive season in Cambridge, bringing together residents, visitors, businesses and communities for a celebration of everything the city has to offer at Christmas.
Retro Computer Festival 2026 (Space Edition)
Retro Computer Festival 2026 is Go for landing! This year we'll boldly go to a galaxy far far away. And Houston, we hope there's no problems. As you might have guessed, the theme is SPACE!
Retro Computer Festival 2026 (Space Edition) – Saturday 14th November
Retro Computer Festival 2026 is Go for landing! This year we'll boldly go to a galaxy far far away. And Houston, we hope there's no problems. As you might have guessed, the theme is SPACE!
Retro Computer Festival 2026 (Space Edition) – Saturday 14th November
Retro Computer Festival 2026 is Go for landing! This year we'll boldly go to a galaxy far far away. And Houston, we hope there's no problems. As you might have guessed, the theme is SPACE!
Retro Computer Festival 2026 (Space Edition) – Sunday 15th November
Retro Computer Festival 2026 is Go for landing! This year we'll boldly go to a galaxy far far away. And Houston, we hope there's no problems. As you might have guessed, the theme is SPACE!
The BIG Switch On at Market Square 2026
Cambridge is getting ready to welcome the festive season this November, with two Christmas light switch-on events set to bring the city to life and mark the official countdown to Christmas. The two events will kick-start the festive season in Cambridge, bringing together residents, visitors, businesses and communities for a celebration of everything the city has to offer at Christmas.
Copy That Floppy
Recover old data from floppy disks into modern format at CCH! Nov 21, 1-5pm. £12 per 30-min slot (includes full-day museum entry).
Bach to Baby Christmas Family Concert in Cambridge
Bach to Baby is the critically acclaimed concert series for babies, toddlers and their carers.
Shakespeare in a Suitcase – Hamlet
Combining Shakespearean verse, modern language inventive staging and live music, NIE reimagines Hamlet as fast, funny and family friendly.
Live Jazz & Soulful Vocals: Sam Miles Quintet ft. Georgia Van Etten
Cambridge saxophonist Sam Miles brings together a stellar quintet to perform jazz standards through fresh, contemporary arrangements: familiar favourites, reimagined by an exceptional Cambridge and London ensemble.
Cambridge Botanic Lights
Join us for 2026's Cambridge Botanic Lights trail around Cambridge University Botanic Garden!
Luxury Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Create a magical festive wreath in a guided workshop with expert florists. Includes materials, fizz, cream tea & seasonal treats.
Did you know?
Cambridge can boast of William Wordsworth, Samuel Pepys, Virginia Woolf, Stephen Fry and Prince Charles as alumni of the university.