Cambridge Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Cambridge and surrounding areas
Cambridge celebrates Christmas 2025 with twinkling lights around Market Square and festive events across the colleges and Botanic Garden. The city mixes historic charm with modern holiday attractions, from seasonal markets to family-friendly performances along King’s Parade. Don’t miss Christmas in Cambridge, the Cambridge Botanic Lights 2025 or Christmas at Anglesey Abbey for markets, seasonal things to do and cozy holiday activities near famous landmarks.
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Christmas Markets
30 eventsFestive market, ice rink, maze, and big wheel on Parker's Piece.
Christmas Lights
20 eventsSponsorship opportunities for brand visibility during the festive season.
Christmas Parties
16 eventsFestive parties with drag queen entertainment and bottomless prosecco
Christmas Shows
10 eventsFamily Christmas concert with Prime Brass and sing-along carols.
Other Christmas Activities
24 eventsCarolling cruise on the River Cam for charity.
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Christmas in Cambridge
Festive market, ice rink, maze, and big wheel on Parker's Piece.
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Peterborough Christmas Lights Switch-On
(Peterborough)
Sponsorship opportunities for brand visibility during the festive season.
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Cambridge Botanic Lights 2025
Illuminated trail celebrating plants after dark.
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Bury St Edmunds Christmas Lights Event
(Bury St Edmunds)
Town lights up for St. Edmund's Day with festive stalls and characters.
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Sudbury Christmas Light Switch On & Fair
(Sudbury)
Town-wide Christmas light switch-on and festive fair
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Family Christmas Concert with Prime Brass
Family Christmas concert with Prime Brass and sing-along carols.
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The Harvard Square tree lighting and holiday market are among the largest annual events, drawing crowds for festive lights, music, and shopping.
Cambridge is known for its community-focused celebrations, including neighborhood light displays and local holiday markets that highlight the city's diverse culture.
Harvard Square and Mount Auburn are popular for their festive displays, but many residential neighborhoods also feature beautiful holiday lights.
Holiday markets and local makers can be found at Harvard Square, community centers, and pop-up events throughout the city during the season.
Free activities include viewing neighborhood light displays, attending tree lightings, and visiting open holiday markets in public spaces.
Families enjoy the Harvard Square tree lighting, holiday markets with crafts, and festive walks through Mount Auburn and other decorated neighborhoods.