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Visit Cambridge is the Official Visitor Service for Cambridge and the surrounding areas Welcome to Cambridge! See live music or comedy at the Corn Exchange.

A city for all seasons

Be inspired by the many beautiful museums and art galleries. Admire the beautiful architecture and majestic college buildings. Explore quaint passages set around the historic market place and colleges, where a unique and relaxing shopping experience can be found. Here a blend of independent shops is mingled with high street brands. Relax in the many beautiful pubs, restaurants and cafes. Catch a student theatrical production, or a show at the Arts Theatre. Then stay overnight at one of our hotels, b&b's, self catering apartments, campsites or hostels.

08/11/2026

Remembrance Sunday

Lest We Forget.

03/11/2026

✨ The countdown is officially ON! Save the Dates!

Cambridge begins to sparkle as we celebrate the start of the festive season with two Christmas switch-on events, brought to you by Cambridge BID 🎄

📍 Thursday 12 November – Cambridge Station Christmas Switch-On - 4:30pm - 7pm
📍 Sunday 15 November – The BIG Christmas Switch-On, Market Square - 12pm - 5:30pm - Headline Sponsor: Costa Coffee in Cambridge

Who's ready to see the city light up?

31/10/2026

🎃👻 Happy Halloween! 🦇🕸️

Wishing you a spooktacular day filled with treats, tricks, and plenty of Halloween magic! Have a fang-tastic time! 🧡🕷️

26/10/2026

The half term holiday has arrived and if you're struggling to keep the kids entertained on these chilly autumn days, why not check out one of the many free university museums in Cambridge!

The perfect place to escape and let the kids explore!

From the Fitzwilliam & Zoology Museums to the Botanic Garden, we're sure you will find something fun to fill the days 😃

23/10/2026

All the festive activities and events will soon be returning to the city, here's some dates for your diary for November so you don't miss out! 🤩

🌟 Cambridge Christmas Lights Switch On at the station, brought to you by Cambridge BID, 12th Nov
🎄 The BIG Switch On at Market Square, brought to you by Cambridge BID, 15th Nov
✨ Cambridge Botanic Lights are returning to Cambridge University Botanic Garden, 27th Nov - 23rd Dec
☃️ Christmas in Cambridge will be back on Parker’s Piece, 13th Nov - 3rd Jan

21/10/2026

Happy Hump Day from Cambridge! ✨

The crisp autumn mornings are starting to arrive, golden leaves appearing on the ground giving that cosy midweek feeling. 🤎🍁

Halfway there — take a breath, enjoy the season, and make the rest of the week count. ☕️🍂

18/10/2026

A little pause in Cambridge. 🤍

Quiet streets, gentle moments, and nowhere else to be for a while. 🌿✨

Sometimes, slowing down is exactly what we need.

12/10/2026

POV: You've finally found your perfect switch-off spot 🌿

From outdoor relaxation spaces to peaceful surroundings, PAUS. is all about taking time for yourself.

✨ Save this for your next self-care trip.

06/10/2026

🌅 Cambridge looks good in every season… but autumn has something special 🍂

Golden light over the colleges
Leaves drifting along the river
Crisp walks through the city
Cosy evenings in your favourite pub or café ☕️🍻

There’s nowhere quite like Cambridge when autumn arrives 🧡

📸 Have you got a favourite autumn view in Cambridge? Share it with us below! 👇

01/10/2026

October has arrived! It's time for all things autumnal, cosy and pumpkin spiced 🎃🍂🧣

Let's see what's on this October:

📷 The Cambridge Photography Show hosted by Campkins Cameras, 17th - 18th
📝 Cambridge Poetry Festival, 10th - 11th
🎬 Cambridge Film Festival, 22nd Oct - 1st Nov
🍎 Apple Day at Cambridge University Botanic Garden, the biggest Apple Day in the region - 18th, 10am-4pm

What are you looking forward to this month? Tell us in the comments 👇

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