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Welcome to Christmas in Cambridge!

This winter, Parker’s Piece will once again be transformed into a spectacular festive destination, filled with twinkling lights, Christmas entertainment, great food and drink, and plenty of festive fun for all ages.

Skate under the lights on our open-air Ice Rink, take in the views from the Big Wheel, challenge your friends on the Curling Lanes, or soak up the après-ski atmosphere inside our Alpine Lodge. There’ll be dodgems and traditional games, visits from Santa, live entertainment, magical snowfall and festive surprises around every corner.

Come hungry too! Discover a fantastic selection of street food, sweet treats, winter warmers and festive drinks, with plenty of places to get together with friends and family.

Whether it’s a family day out, Christmas drinks with friends, a festive date night or simply soaking up the atmosphere, Christmas in Cambridge is where the city comes together to celebrate the most magical time of the year.

Opening 13th November 2026 – 3rd January 2027

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SO…WHAT’S GOING ON!?

Explore Christmas in Cambridge and discover the best Christmas experiences in Cambridge, from Ice Skating and The Curling Lanes to the Big Wheel, Alpine Lodge, festive street food and more.

Four women in winter clothing enjoying a festive holiday scene featuring a curling game with red and blue stones, colorful string lights, and Christmas decorations.

CURLING LANES

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ICE SKATING

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ALPINE LODGE

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XMAS MARKET

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THE TIPI

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SANTA VISITS

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BIG WHEEL

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A group of friends celebrating Christmas inside a decorated festive wagon. They are wearing holiday sweaters, Santa hats, and reindeer antlers. They are smiling, holding drinks, and sitting on benches. One person is holding a cute bulldog puppy. The wagon is decorated with Christmas ornaments and fairy lights, with a chalkboard sign on the table with the name 'Babora Morley' and the time '13:45'.

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THE FUNFAIR

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Reserve your spot…

Christmas in Cambridge is completely FREE to enter, so everyone can enjoy the festive fun! However, some of our most popular attractions and experiences are bookable and can sell out in advance.

Planning a visit? Beat the festive rush and secure your spot below so you don't miss out on your favourite Christmas experiences!

COUNTDOWN WITH US…

Counting down to 2026. Discover opportunities to host private parties, partner with us through sponsorship, or trade at Cambridge’s Christmas market and be part of one of the city’s biggest festive experiences.

Aerial night view of a festive fairground with a giant illuminated Ferris wheel, an ice skating rink, amusement rides, colorful tents, and market stalls, all decorated with holiday lights.

SPONSORSHIP

Put your brand at the heart of Cambridge’s favourite Christmas attraction.

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PRIVATE PARTIES

Planning your Xmas Party? With space for 5 to 1,500 - we’ve got something for everyone!

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TRADE WITH US

Join our Christmas Market and showcase your products to thousands of festive visitors.

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JOIN US AT THE XMAS MARKET

Created the perfect Christmas gift or cooking up everyone’s favourite festive feast? Get it seen with a prime spot in the heart of Cambridge’s Christmas celebrations! With limited spaces within our Alpine Village, apply today to secure your space!

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Nighttime aerial view of a festive fairground with a large illuminated Ferris wheel, ice skating rink with people, various colorful lights, food stalls, tents, and surrounding cityscape, on a cloudy evening.
Group of five people, including Santa Claus, taking a selfie in front of a decorated Christmas tree at night.
A group of people celebrating Christmas inside a decorated vehicle with red plaid curtains, holiday sweaters, Christmas accessories, and holding drinks. A man is holding a dog, and a chalkboard on the table displays the name "Babora Mardy" and the ti
A man and a young boy riding in a bumper car at an amusement park, with the boy smiling and pointing ahead, surrounded by colorful neon lights.
Woman and child shopping for Christmas ornaments at a holiday market stall.
A crowded indoor event space with wooden beams, colorful lighting, a DJ at the front, and numerous attendees socializing and dancing.
People ice skating at an outdoor rink during nighttime with a large illuminated Ferris wheel and a lighthouse in the background.
A woman is playing shuffleboard indoors with colorful lights and wooden decor, while two men watch in the background.
A busy indoor holiday market with wooden beams and warm lighting, filled with people shopping and socializing.
People riding a colorful carousel with horses at a fair, smiling and enjoying the ride.
People ice skating at an outdoor rink decorated for Christmas, with a Christmas tree and festive lights in the background.
Night scene at a carnival with a large illuminated Ferris wheel and ice skating rink filled with skaters, with bright lights and many people enjoying the attractions.
An illuminated outdoor ice skating rink surrounded by string lights with people skating, a festive Christmas tree, and festive booths and tents at night during a fair.
An illuminated outdoor amusement park at night with a large Ferris wheel, a skating rink, and tents, surrounded by city buildings and traffic.
Aerial night view of a brightly lit amusement park with rides, tents, and walkways, surrounded by parking lots and streets.
Santa Claus with outstretched arms smiling, standing next to two boys in front of a decorated Christmas tree with ornaments and lights at night.
Two young men inside a vibrant, pink-lit room. One is holding a phone, the other is playing a game or passing an object. The setting appears to be a cozy lounge or bar with booths and tables.
A person with glasses, wearing a blue beanie and a red jacket, smiling while sitting on a roller coaster train at an amusement park.
A performer dressed in a shiny, glamorous costume with sequins and face paint, playing drums on a carousel ride at night, with bright lights and colorful decorations in the background.
Two men dressed as Christmas elves in green and red costumes with stripes, white fur trim, and Santa hats, holding juggling clubs at a festive holiday event with string lights and people in the background.
A woman, child, and Santa Claus are smiling and holding hands at a festive outdoor event, with a decorated wooden booth and other people in the background.
People dressed in Victorian-era Christmas costumes singing carols in front of a large decorated Christmas tree outdoors.
People ice skating at an outdoor rink with a large Ferris wheel and a decorative tower in the background, during daytime with cloudy skies.
People gathering inside a decorated wooden tent for a holiday celebration, with Christmas ornaments and lights.
Two women smiling and posing for a photo under a Christmas decorated archway illuminated with lights, with a nutcracker figure on the left side.
A woman with two children in front of Christmas trees inside a festive setting, all holding cups, with the woman standing behind the children and smiling at the camera.
Crowd waiting in line at a crepe stand illuminated by warm lights with a bright sign spelling 'CREPES' and Nutella jars on a wooden background.
A family taking a selfie with Santa Claus in front of a decorated Christmas tree at night.
A man pushes a young boy sitting on a red plastic sled on an ice skating rink, with other people skating and enjoying the winter park in the background.
Two young men with ice skates are leaning forward, balancing on the ice at an indoor skating rink. The man on the left is wearing a pink t-shirt, blue jeans, and a dark blue jacket, while the man on the right is wearing a gray hoodie with the number
People ice skating outdoors with a carnival in the background.
People riding a colorful carousel horse at an amusement park, with bright lights and ornate decorations.
People at a holiday party, with Christmas trees and string lights in the background, taking photos and chatting.
Nighttime scene at a public ice skating rink with many people skating and watching. Brightly lit Ferris wheel and a glowing lighthouse-shaped structure are in the background.