Black is the Colour of My Voice

Cambridge Arts Theatre 6 St Edward's Passage, Cambridge

Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live. Apphia Campbell’s acclaimed play follows a successful singer and civil rights activist as she seeks redemption after the untimely death of her father. She reflects on the journey that took her from a young piano prodigy destined for a […]

£30.00 – £35.00

The Cambridge Footlights Tour

ADC Theatre Park Street, Cambridge

The "most renowned sketch troupe of them all" (The Independent) embark on their annual tour with a brand new show! The Cambridge Footlights are back once again with their first show of the year, with six of Cambridge's best student comedians putting on some of their best sketches! They're ready to welcome you into their […]

£5.00 – £7.00

Free Talk on Inflammation Research

Frank Lee Centre Addenbrookes Hospital, Hills Road, Cambridge

Do you want to find out the latest findings in researchers’ inflammation research? And how this could help in the understanding and treatment of a range of health conditions that result when inflammation goes wrong? Make a date in your diaries and book your places now for a free public open afternoon and evening on […]

Free

Folk Music at Stapleford Granary – Salt House

Stapleford Granary Bury Road, Stapleford

Ewan MacPherson, vocals, guitars | Jenny Sturgeon, vocals, harmonium, guitar | Lauren MacColl, fiddle, viola, vocals Salt House have been a mainstay of the folk scene for a decade, widely acclaimed for their spellbinding mix of ancient and modern songs. Band members are based between the Scottish Highlands and Shetland and they take their name […]

£12.00 – £24.00

Discos for Grown Ups

J1 at the Junction Clifton Way, Cambridge

The legendary Discos for Grown Ups pop-up disco party is coming back to the JUNCTION on Friday 11th October for another unforgettable night of dancing to 70s disco, 80s pop and 90s dance floor classics! Get glittered up for a fun, fab and feel good night of dancing with people your own age to the […]

£20.50

Waterstones Book Evenings

Waterstones Book Shop 22 Sidney Street, Cambridge

On Saturday, 12 October at 6pm join author Bex Hogan as she celebrates the publication of Nettle – a haunting, heart wrenching tale inspired by faery myth and folklore of a girl called Nettle in a dark, foreboding faery kingdom.She will be in conversation with fellow YA fantasy author Holly Race. Join Booker shortlisted author […]

£5.00 – £8.00

Boris Giltburg plays Chopin & Rachmaninov

West Road Concert Hall Cambridge

Part of Cambridge Music Festival There is no one better to perform the music of Rachmaninov than Boris Giltburg: ‘His originality stems from a convergence of heart and mind, immaculate technique, and a deep and abiding love for one the twentieth century’s greatest composer-pianists.’ (Gramophone) Chopin - Piano Sonata No. 2 in B flat minor, […]

£5.00 – £40.00

Adam Ant at Cambridge Corn Exchange

Corn Exchange Cambridge

Pop icon, Adam Ant performing his classic chart-topping hits and personal favourites, “ I’m really looking forward to the thrills and spills of playing live, again . . there’s nothing like it ! “ Tickets - Tickets: £50.50.  All tickets include a £3 booking fee. For info go to Adam Ant | Cambridge Live

£50.50

Tom Ollendorff Quartet at Stapleford Granary

Stapleford Granary Bury Road, Stapleford

Tom Ollendorff, guitar | Will Vinson, saxophone | Conor Chaplin, bass | Marc Michel, drums Tom Ollendorff is fast becoming one of the best-known young guitarists to emerge on the international jazz scene, admired for his highly distinctive sound which blends virtuosic technique and sophisticated harmony with nuance and sensitivity. His debut album, A Song […]

£12.00 – £24.00

Mindfulness-in-Nature Wellness Walk

Wandlebury Country Park Cambridge

3pm-4pm at Wandlebury Country Park Crisp late-Autumn’s days invite us out into the Park's cool greens and dappled light. Why not declare a weekend of well-being by joining a friendly group of reflective walkers for this mindful meander along the quieter paths and into the stillness of the towering trees. David, Mindful Green Coach, will […]

£12.00

Nutcracker – Concert

Wooden dolls that come to life! A battle with the Mouse King! A magic sleigh ride transporting you to a winter wonderland! Experience it all this Christmas in this abridged, one-hour version of a festive favourite, with live narration. A fairy-tale for all the family, and a unique opportunity to hear a concert performance of […]

Pick Your Own Pumpkin Patch

Pumpkin Jim's Grange Road, Ickleton, Saffron Walden

Come along to Pumpkin Jim's patch in Ickleton, Saffron Walden to pick the perfect pumpkin this Halloween.  Pumpkins of all shapes and sizes. Also food trucks and a play area. Open on the 19th, 20th, and 25th to 31st October. For more info and to book tickets click here.

What’s Ons are broadcast across the day at 7.50, 10.30, 1.30 and 4.30, and at weekends.

To get your event included email: Karen Stringer