The Fiver is a longstanding Cambridge Junction event offering emerging bands the opportunity to play on the J1 stage and take part in Fiver Fest. UK’s horn driven charged angry punk powerhouse Faintest Idea are heading to Cambridge — and they’re bringing their incomparable energetic live performance, politically charged lyrics and heavy boot stomping beats. […]

The Waterbeach Colts FC Beer Festival returns this weekend for its 22nd year. The event runs from Friday 22 to Sunday 24 May, raising funds for the football club. There’ll be family fun, live music, DJs, street food vans and a selection of beers chosen with help from Milton Brewery.

The Cambridge Fringe Festival takes place on 23rd & 24th May 2026. The line-up features TV names and award winners Geoff Norcott, Tiff Stevenson, Rob Auton and Ria Lina, amongst others Shows take place at four venues in Cambridge all within a two minute walk of each other at Mitcham’s Corner: The Portland Arms, Thirsty, […]

With their signature irreverence and discerning eye for beautiful dance, BalletBoyz return in 2026 with their brand-new production Still Pointless, marking the 25th Anniversary of the Company’s critically acclaimed debut, Pointless (yes, it’s really been that long!). 10 world-class dancers will take audiences through a journey of some of BalletBoyz’ best moments. The show opens […]

Step back in time and join in for a Special Event celebrating the Home Front of the Second World War – on the 24th and 25th of May 2026. Denny Abbey and Farmland Museum welcome you to their annual 1940s Re-enactment Weekend – a highlight of the year and a firm favourite in their calendar. […]

"Tonight we honour what we lost. But we also commemorate what we found." Come From Away is the true story of what happened when 38 planes were redirected to the remote island of Newfoundland, Canada when the US airspace closed for the first time in history in the immediate aftermath of 9/11. 7000 people were […]

James Taylor, keyboards | Andrew McKinney, guitar | Mark Cox, bass | Pat Illingworth, drums For over three decades, The James Taylor Quartet (JTQ) has been a major presence on the UK acid jazz and funk scene. Led by Hammond organ specialist James Taylor, the band has developed a unique sound that mixes soul, gritty […]

Returning to Midsummer Common on 6 June, 2026. Every year, on the first Saturday of June, Midsummer Common transforms into a colourful, buzzing field full of music, art, and culture as Strawberry Fair takes over Cambridge. Since 1973, Strawberry Fair has grown into one of the UK’s biggest volunteer-run, free festivals, welcoming tens of thousands […]

The first Hemingford Arts Week starts this Saturday 6th June.  Saturday and Sunday there is a pop up artist studio, where artists in different mediums will be showing how they work - Hemingford Abbots Village Hall. On Sunday there is a large community project, free for everyone to attend. Plein air painting at The Manor, on the […]

From 10am – 12pm Gentle guided walk to learn about summer wild flowers at Wandlebury Country Park. Led by a knowledgeable guide who will help you to identify wild flowers using features such as colour, form and habitat. Please wear footwear and clothing for being outdoors. Meet at the large noticeboard in the car park. […]

Parker's Piece Music Weekend at the Music Marquee @ Town & Country Fair, Parker's Piece, Cambridge. Top tier local bands playing live on stage in the Music Marquee at the Town & Country Fair. Saturday 11am - 6pm, Sunday 11am - 5pm. Mr Griff, Rising Blues, Ghost Carnival, The 29th Funktion, The Gravy Train Trio, […]

Taking place on Parker's Piece from 10am to 5pm This much loved and popular family event takes place in the heart of Cambridge. All day entertainment will include birds of prey flying displays, horse displays, children's entertainer, historical re-enactment and much much more. Plus demonstrations of rural skills for you to enjoy. Arts, crafts food […]