Cambridge Edition February 2026 - Web

THE AGENDA

1 MUSIC Horrible Histories – The Concert Cambridge Corn Exchange For the very first time, Horrible Histories live (and dead!) on stage will feature both the hit TV songs and stars of the beloved CBBC series, a unique combination never before seen on tour. 21 EXHIBITION Thriplow Daffodil Weekend & Country country fair promises family entertainment, open gardens, stalls, music, a dog show, refreshments, tractor rides, Morris dancing and of course, plenty of daffodil displays! Until 22 March. 11 MUSIC Sep Fair, Thriplow This traditional Abbots Ripton estate One of the UK’s most established wellness festivals brings live music, creativity, food, nature-led experiences and more to our county for the first time! Until 13 September. The Big Retreat Cambridgeshire Mar Mar

25 BOOKS

Harriet Tyce, Waterstones Cambridge

This Sunday Times - bestselling author discusses her new novel, Witch Trial –

an extraordinary thriller that follows two teenage girls and a murdered classmate for a modern-

day witch trial that divides the nation.

23 TALK Michael Portillo, Cambridge Corn Exchange Secretary of State.

MUSIC Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective, Saffron Hall Saffron Hall favourites Tom Poster and Elena Urioste are at the centre of this all-star collective, showcasing the riches of the chamber music repertoire. Expect music from central Europe, the US and two rarely heard composers.

COMEDY Jessica Fostekew, Cambridge Junction Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Jessica Fostekew arrives in Cambridge as part of a national live tour with her new show Iconic Breath , in which she wrestles with how to stay sane (and vaguely nice) in a world that’s on fire.

MUSIC Mogwai , Cambridge Corn Exchange Scottish rock band Mogwai perform songs from their 30 year- spanning discography, including their 11th studio album The Bad Fire , released in early 2025 to critical acclaim. Plus support from Forest Swords.

Traveller. TV star. In A Life of Two Halves , Michael Portillo shares funny and poignant stories from his rich and varied life.

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