What’s on this January in Cambridge

January in Cambridge is full of culture, comedy and cosy winter experiences. From big-name performances to exhibitions, gardens in bloom and lively pub events, there’s plenty to enjoy after the festive season.

Big Nights at Cambridge Corn Exchange

The Corn Exchange hosts a strong January line-up of live talks, comedy and music:

• An Evening with Damon Hill – A live motorsport talk with the Formula One World Champion, taking place  13^th January.
• Bridget Christie: Jacket Potato Pizza – The award-winning comedian brings her latest stand-up show to Cambridge, taking place Friday 16^th January.
• Music & Tribute Nights – Expect crowd-pleasers throughout the month, including:
  • The Classic Rock Show (20^th January)
  • One Night of Elvis (Lee Memphis King) (22^nd January)

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    The Very Best of Frankie Valli (starring Peter Andre) (23^rd January)

  • The Elo Show (24^th January)

Music, Comedy & Live Entertainment

• The Big Deal Comedy Club – Regular comedy nights featuring fresh line-ups and touring comedians (multiple January dates).
• Taylormania – A high-energy Taylor Swift tribute show, with an afternoon performance later in January. (Sunday 25^th January)
• A Country Night in Nashville – A toe-tapping country-themed live music night, usually towards the end of the month.9saturday 31 January)
• Cambridge Junction – Ongoing alternative gigs and live music, including experimental nights like Heart of Noise and multi-act evenings such as The Fiver.

Arts, Family & Creative Events

• Paint & Sip Evenings – “Paint a Pic” sessions hosted in Cambridge pubs like The Castle Inn, where a local artist guides you step-by-step through a themed painting (various January dates).
• Kettle’s Yard – Guided introductory tours and hands-on creative sessions linked to the gallery and archives (selected January dates).

Snowdrops & Winter Gardens

• Snowdrop Trail – University Botanic Garden – Starting from 2 January 2026 and continuing into early March, the Botanic Garden’s snowdrop displays are a beautiful sign of spring on the way.

Exhibitions & Culture

• Legacies of Windrush in Cambridge – An exhibition at the Museum of Cambridge exploring the stories and contributions of the local Caribbean Windrush community (running through January).
• University Museum Displays – Identity-focused exhibitions across Cambridge museums, highlighting queens, emperors, scientists and artists.
• Winter Museum Visits – Ideal January stops include the Fitzwilliam Museum and the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, both offering warm, inspiring indoor escapes. The Fitzwilliam is currently hosting Made in Ancient Egypt revealing the untold stories of Egyptian makers.

Outdoor & Nature Highlights

• University Botanic Garden – Perfect for crisp winter walks and seasonal planting.
• River Cam – Winter punting (weather permitting) or scenic riverside walks.
• Volunteer Outdoors – Join conservation and countryside work parties at places like Wandlebury Country Park.

Culture, History & Cosy Classics

• Museums – The Fitzwilliam and smaller local museums make ideal January outings.
• College Tours – Guided visits to Cambridge’s historic colleges run year-round.
• Pubs & Dining – Warm up with traditional British pub food and local ales in Cambridge’s historic inns.

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