FESTIVE EVENTS
FAMILY 5 November FIREWORKS NIGHT Midsummer Common, Cambridge One of Cambridge’s longest-running community traditions, the climax of this free, unticketed event is a spectacular fireworks display provided by 100% carbon-neutral Pains Fireworks, which begins at 7pm. From 6pm there will also be food vendors, a live DJ and from 6.15pm walkabout entertainment including Ghost Caribou by Thingumajig Theatre – two giant, illuminated caribou puppets that will parade through Midsummer Common before coming together for a performance featuring folk dance and shadow puppetry – and the ethereal, stilt-walking jellyfish of Sashimi by The Vortexes. camcityevents.co.uk
SHOPPING 14 November CURATED BY
HAND’S ANNUAL CHRISTMAS FAIR The Great Hall, Homerton College, Cambridge
MUSIC 13 November TONY HADLEY: THE CHRISTMAS BIG BAND TOUR Cambridge Corn Exchange Tony returns to the stage for a night of glamour and festive cheer, performing timeless jazz standards, swing favourites and 1980s anthems. Expect classics from legendary artists including Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett and Elvis Presley, alongside his big band versions of True , Gold and Through the Barricades . cornex.co.uk
Curated by Hand’s third annual Christmas Fair will offer visitors the opportunity to source stunning original gifts, including one-off and limited-edition pieces from handpicked independent designers and makers renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship and design – while also supporting CAMFED (Campaign for Female Education). The wide range of stalls will cover stationery, home interiors, textiles, jewellery, knitwear, leather accessories, basketry and more. Find out more via Instagram: @curatedbyhand_cambridge
FAMILY 10 November – 23 December THURSFORD CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Fakenham, Norfolk An award-winning extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and speciality acts, the Thursford Christmas Spectacular is well worth the journey over to Norfolk. This is its 49th year, with new routines, acts, costumes and a cast of more than 120 performers gracing the 130ft stage. With fun for all the family, you can also follow the outdoor Enchanted Journey of Light illuminated trail and indoor Santa’s Magical Journey to meet the man himself. thursford.com
FAMILY 13 November – 3 January CHRISTMAS IN CAMBRIDGE Parker’s Piece, Cambridge
Get into the festive spirit with a family day out at this returning attraction, where you can skate on an open-air ice rink, take in the views from the big wheel, challenge friends on the curling lanes, soak up the après-ski atmosphere in the Alpine Lodge and enjoy dodgems, traditional games, visits from Santa, live entertainment, a Christmas market, street food and winter warmers. christmasincambridge.co.uk
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