What's on in the University

?Vitaly Pisarenko, a prize-winning pianist based in London, is returning to Cambridge for his fourth concert. His previous recitals have been met with tremendous success.

The Gildas Quartet, praised for their ‘energy, verve and refreshing approach’ have performed to critical acclaim at major venues including the Bridgewater Hall, Barbican, Wigmore Hall and live on BBC Radio 3. We are delighted to welcome them to Clare Hall.

Mill Road's Poetry Thursdays are a fabulous opportunity to hear local poets and writers read their own work

Demetrius Floudas will take us on a fascinating journey through the story of the Royal House of Atreus - one of the most famous and troubled noble families from ancient Greek mythology. Do not miss this chance to explore in detail one of the most influential royal geneaologies ever!

Join us for an evening with Tananarive Due. The event will include readings, interview, and Q&A.

?A feast of creation, with the New Cambridge Singers and top-class soloists.

Join Common Threads Press for a panel discussion on craft as a source of hope and survival.

Join us for art, music, talks, making and more, with a chance to see our exhibition Here is a Gale Warning: Art, Crisis & Survival out of hours.

The Public Engagement Team at the University of Cambridge is delighted to announce the Cambridge Creative Encounters Exhibition as part of Cambridge Festival, with a retrospective exhibition on the creative outputs from the last 3 years.

The University of Cambridge ThinkLab is excited to announce our upcoming event on neurodiversity, disability, inclusion and the future of work.

We are delighted to welcome Professor David Daokui Li and Professor Rana Mitter as our speakers for the Clare Hall Tanner and Tanner Founder’s Lecture 2025, exploring the future of relations between China and the West.

Come along to the book launch of "Religion, Theology, and Stranger Things" co-edited by one of Ridley's own, Dr. Andy Byers, both in person at Ridley and online on Zoom!

In 1885, Pembroke students, shocked by growing poverty and inequality, founded a mission in Walworth, SE London, Pembroke House. They sought a new approach: taking up residence to live, work and solve problems alongside local communities. This talk will explore the ideas that shaped Pembroke House’s beginnings, its role in Walworth today, and the questions being asked about its future.

This year our festival concludes with the final round of the competition! Do not miss the exquisite performances by our competition finalists, the remarkably talented young pianists!

Early morning guided walks exploring British wild plants and their folklore

This exhibition presents eight contemporary artists whose works offer vantage points on a world in perpetual crisis.

Lord Patrick Vallance will speak on the topic 'Where does innovation happen?'

Public Lecture by Professor Poulami Roychowdhury, chaired by Professor Manali Desai.

No ordinary walking tour! This will include various things we are quietly confident will be new even to locals and we’ll go to one site that holds more than a few fascinating stories – the University Library site!

Join us for a panel discussion on young people and art today for our current exhibition Paint What Matters!