Cambridge Arts Festival 2026 - 9–18 February 2026
We’re thrilled to announce the return of the Cambridge Arts Festivalfor its 3rd year! Delivered by Cambridge BID, the festival will once again shine a spotlight on the extraordinary creativity and talent that make our city so special.
This year’s programme promises something for everyone — from exhibitions and workshops to hands-on activities and family-friendly fun, in venues across the city. Staying true to our ethos, most of the programme will be free to attend, making art accessible for all.
December is one of the busiest and most important trading periods for Cambridge’s city centre, with increased footfall, later trading hours, and a higher concentration of visitors and residents enjoying the festive offer.
To ensure the city remained safe, welcoming, and well-managed throughout the festive season, Cambridge BID and CAMBAC coordinated an enhanced multi-agency safety and welfare programme across the night-time economy (NTE).
This Christmas season, Taxi Marshals and Open Space Guardians will be on duty every weekend on Fridays and Saturdays in December, helping ensure safe journeys home and supporting those in public spaces. On Saturdays, Street Pastors will provide care and assistance to those in need, and Nightlite will offer a welcoming safe space for anyone feeling unwell or seeking a place to rest…
As Halloween weekend approaches, the city is preparing for well managed celebration under the Purple Flag status. On the night of October 26th, the streets of Cambridge will come alive with festivities, and thanks to a strong partnership between Cambridge BID, CAMBAC, and other key stakeholders, the city will have enhanced safety measures in place.
