Cambridge Events and Festivals

(Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, UK)



Cambridge Events, Festivals and Things to DoWith such a youthful university vibe being ever-present in the city of Cambridge, the festival scene is a well-developed one, with popular events staged here most months. This is particularly so during the summer season, when rowing races on the River Cam are a common sight.

Each March, Cambridge Science Week is a notable highlight, while the world-famous Stilton Cheese Rolling event takes place in May and is roughly a 40-minute drive to the north-west. June sees the arrival of the Strawberry Fair and Midsummer Fair, both of which are staged at the Midsummer Common, followed by the East of England Country Show and the University Honorary Degree Day.

At the beginning of July, Cambridge University plays host to the Shakespeare Festival, when thousands flock to outdoor performances of Shakespeare classics. At little later in July, the Cambridge Film Festival is a huge event, first taking place in 1977 and currently centred around the Arts Picturehouse.


National Public Holidays


(If Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Year's Day falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the next weekday becomes a public holiday).

Calendar of Festivals and Events 2014 / 2015


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