Family & Kids Events in Cambridge
56 upcoming family & kids events
Cambridge offers a delightful array of family and kids' activities, blending its rich academic heritage with accessible fun. From captivating storytelling sessions at the Cambridge Central Library to engaging workshops and performances at venues like Cambridge Junction, there's always something to spark young imaginations. The city's green spaces provide ample opportunity for outdoor adventures, while institutions like The College of Animal Welfare sometimes open their doors to offer unique learning experiences. Whether you're seeking educational outings or simply a day of family entertainment, Cambridge provides a welcoming backdrop for creating lasting memories with your children.
As of October 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 56 upcoming family & kids events in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, including 18 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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FREEStorytime at Cambridge Central Library
📍 Cambridge Central Library
FREEOpportunity Playgroup
📍 Hall 2
FREERhymetime at Cambridge Central Library
FREEStorytime at Barnwell Road Library (term time only)
📍 Barnwell Road Library
FREEMartial art & Self-Defense for Kids
📍 Pa-Kua Cambridge
FREEStorytime & Rhymetime at Arbury Court Library
📍 Arbury Court Library
FREEHome Educators Event at the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
📍 Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
FREEStorytime at Milton Road Library
📍 Milton Road Library
Circus Cortex at Cottenham, Cambridge | 8-11 October 2026
📍 Cottenham Village Green
£11.55
FREECode Club at Cambridge Central Library
📍 Cambridge Central Library
FREEChildren's Sensory Poetry Workshop (5-11 yrs)
📍 Cambridge Central Library
FREEChildren's Craft Drop-In at Cambridge Central Library
📍 Cambridge Central Library
FREEOpportunity Playgroup
📍 Hall 2
FREEDoes Japan have a grand strategy?
📍 1 Newnham Terrace, Darwin College
FREEMartial art & Self-Defense for Kids
📍 Pa-Kua Cambridge
Circus Cortex at St Neots, Cambridge | 15–18 October 2026
📍 ST NEOTS MILK FIELD/COMMON
£11.55
NCT Cottenham Baby Cafe
📍 Cottenham Baptist Church Hall
FREEUnicorn Stay and Play at Sancton Wood School
📍 Sancton Wood School
The Kite Nature Project: Monthly Gathering
📍 Prospect Row
Free - £44.04
FREELego Club Drop-In at Cambridge Central Library
📍 Cambridge Central Library
Kids Club (ages 5-11) – October 2026
📍 Cambridge Central Mosque
£0.00
FREEOpportunity Playgroup
📍 Hall 2
From external intervention to local ownership: Scaling teacher development
📍 Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge
FREEMartial art & Self-Defense for Kids
📍 Pa-Kua Cambridge
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Family & Kids Events in Cambridge — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant family & kids scene in Cambridge with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates family & kids events from across Cambridge, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
Whether you're looking for tonight's family & kids events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best family & kidsexperiences Cambridge has to offer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many family & kids events are on in Cambridge?
There are currently 56 upcoming family & kids events in Cambridge. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming family & kids in the city.
Are there free family & kids events in Cambridge?
Yes — 18 of the current family & kids listings in Cambridge are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
Where can I find family & kids events in Cambridge this weekend?
Browse this weekend's family & kids events in Cambridge at /cambridge/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.
How do I book tickets for family & kids events in Cambridge?
Every family & kids listing on EventsList.co.uk includes a direct booking link to the official ticket seller. Open any event to see full details, pricing and the "Book Tickets" button.
How often are family & kids listings updated on EventsList?
We pull in new family & kids events for Cambridge three times a day from official UK ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster, Skiddle and Eventbrite, so you always see the most up-to-date listings.
Family & Kids Events in Cambridge — Your Complete Guide
Cambridge is packed with family-friendly events that entertain and inspire children of all ages, while giving parents a genuinely enjoyable day out. From interactive museum exhibitions and outdoor adventure days to live children's theatre, storytelling sessions and holiday workshops, the city's family events programme is one of the best in the UK.
Half-term breaks and school holidays see a surge in family events across Cambridge, with cultural institutions, parks, theatres and arts centres all offering specially curated programming. Many of these events are free or heavily subsidised, reflecting the city's commitment to accessible cultural provision for families.
The city's parks and outdoor spaces host brilliant family days throughout the warmer months — fairs, fetes, circus performances, wildlife days and picnic events make summer in Cambridge a genuinely special time for families. Indoor events keep the programme going through autumn and winter with craft workshops, pantomimes, and immersive festive experiences.
When planning a family day out in Cambridge: check age recommendations and whether buggies/prams are admitted, book early for popular holiday workshops as spaces are limited, and look out for free family events at Cambridge's major museums and galleries, which often run excellent activities on weekends and during school holidays.