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October 2026
Legacies of the Windrush Exhibition
Tue 13 Oct 2026 – Sun 1 Nov 2026
Ely Cathedral
Tuesday 13 October - Sunday 1 NovemberThe Legacies of the Windrush Cambridge hosted at Ely Cathedral is a celebration of the Windrush pioneers who made Cambridge their home and through their innovative contributions, courage, creativity and service, transforme…
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Lunchtime Recital – Eira Lynn-Jones (harp)
Thu 29 Oct 2026 · 1:00 pm
Ely Cathedral
Join us for a lunchtime recital in the beautiful surroundings of Ely Cathedral from Eira Lynn-Jones (harp)Concert will be in the Presbytery.Programme tbc Entry via Cathedral Visitor ticket or pass
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Lunchtime Recital – Kristýna Farag (flute)
Thu 5 Nov 2026 · 1:00 pm
Ely Cathedral
Join us for a lunchtime recital in the beautiful surroundings of Ely Cathedral from Kristýna Farag (flute)Recital will be in the Presbytery.Miloslav Kabeláč ~ Malá suita (Short Suite), Op. 13I. Lento, poco rubatoII. CapricciosoIII. Andante comodoIV. RondinoCha…
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Ely Choral Society- In Remembrance
Sat 7 Nov 2026 · 8:00 pm
Ely Cathedral
IN REMEMBRANCEEarly November is the time when people in this country and beyond pay their respects to those men and women who gave their lives in war and other conflict. This concert with Ely Choral Society is suited to a period of remembrance, including works…
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Lunchtime Recital – Erina Ishiyama (piano)
Thu 12 Nov 2026 · 1:00 pm
Ely Cathedral
Join us for a lunchtime recital in the beautiful surroundings of Ely Cathedral from Erina Ishiyama (piano)Concert will be in the South Transept.Programme tbc Entry via Cathedral Visitor ticket or pass
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Christmas Gift & Food Fair
Thu 19 Nov 2026 – Sat 21 Nov 2026
Ely Cathedral
Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift & Food Fair 2026Thursday 19 - Saturday 21 NovemberStep into the spirit of the season at the Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift & Food Fair, where festive shopping, seasonal flavours and a joyful atmosphere come together beneath the soari…
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Jo Brand
Tue 24 Nov 2026 · 7:30 pm
Ely Cathedral
A Topping & Company Booksellers of Ely event.
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The Drifters
Fri 27 Nov 2026 · 7:30 pm
Ely Cathedral
For the first time ever, The Drifters will be performing by candlelight in the magical setting of Ely Cathedral.Performing all of their classic hits, including Saturday Night at the Movies, You’re More Than a Number, Come on Over to My Place, Under the Boardwa…
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Christmas with Jethro Tull
Fri 4 Dec 2026 · 7:00 pm
Ely Cathedral
Ian Anderson presents Christmas with Jethro Tull at Ely Cathedral.Rock legends Jethro Tull will be performing the Christmas Jethro Tull concert at 7pm on Friday 4 December 2026.Ian says “Whether your Christmas is a secular affair of gift-giving and family gath…
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Christmas By Candlelight
Sat 5 Dec 2026 · 7:30 pm
Ely Cathedral
The ultimate Christmas concert is here! Join a spectacular cast of West End singers and an incredible live band as they perform your favourite Christmas Hits. Christmas as you've never heard it before..! It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, just in tim…
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The Big Christmas Tree Lights Switch-on Service
Sun 6 Dec 2026 · 5:15 pm
Ely Cathedral
Come and enjoy the biggest, most spectacular, Christmas tree in Ely as we count down to the switching on of the lights.This popular family event celebrates the festive season in song and prayer, concluding with the blessing of the magnificent tree.Sung by the…
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Christmas Wreathing at Ely Cathedral
Wed 9 Dec 2026
Ely Cathedral
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Community Christmas Carols
Sat 12 Dec 2026 · 11:30 am
Ely Cathedral
Come and sing along to your favourite Christmas carols with Littleport Brass Band. With Christmas music, readings and prayers. Free Admission. All are welcome
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G4 Christmas
Sat 12 Dec 2026 · 7:30 pm
Ely Cathedral
Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year as G4 bring glad tidings of great joy this festive season, with the return of their ‘G4 Christmas tour' in the awe-inspiring surroundings of Ely Cathedral. Step into a world of vocal enchantment, a breath…
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Carols on Palace Green
Sun 13 Dec 2026 · 5:15 pm
Ely Cathedral
Join us outside the main doors of the Cathedral.Wrap up warm for outdoor carol singing. Hot chocolate provided.Image: Debbie Bellaby
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A West End Christmas
Fri 18 Dec 2026 · 7:45 pm
Ely Cathedral
A West End Christmas - At Ely Cathedral on Friday 18 December 2026Kate Batter and Emma Cremnitz are bringing together four outstanding Sing Space choirs from Cambridge St. Ives, Bishop's Stortford, Chelmsford and Colchester for a spectacular evening of musical…
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Hark! The Herald
Tue 22 Dec 2026 · 7:30 pm
Ely Cathedral
An evening of traditional Christmas carols and seasonal music sung by the Cathedral Choir, Ely Imps and Ely Cathedral Octagon Singers with Ely Sinfonia.Tickets: £20, £26, £30 and £35. On sale from 29 September.Tickets are only refundable if Ely Cathedral cance…
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Come and Sing Carols
Sun 27 Dec 2026 · 4:00 pm
Ely Cathedral
Be part of the choir for an afternoon of favourite carols in this festive free-for-all! This annual service is led by local singers and any other singers who happen to be visiting Ely and who would like to join them.Singers are asked to assemble under the Octa…
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The Music of Luther Vandross – The Candlelight Concert
Fri 8 Jan 2027 · 7:30 pm
Ely Cathedral
'A soulful tribute under the glow of candlelight'.Join us for a heartfelt evening honouring the timeless music of Luther Vandross, as a gifted vocalist and an incredible live band bring his greatest hits to life in a stunning candlelit setting.Celebrate the ve…
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A Tribute to Hans Zimmer & Film Favourites – Illuminated Orchestra
Sat 30 Jan 2027
Ely Cathedral
Join us at Ely Cathedral on Saturday 30th January, 2027 for an immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer and cinema's most iconic music, all performed live and illuminated by light..!The Illuminated Orchestra - in partnership with MEGA Events - will be presenting two s…
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Supersize Polyphony 3 – Venetian Blinders!
Thu 4 Feb 2027 · 7:00 pm
Ely Cathedral
SUPERSIZE POLYPHONY 3 - Venetian Blinders! at Ely CathedralArmonico Consort & Baroque PlayersThe English Cornett & Sackbut EnsembleVisiting Local Choirs and SchoolsDirector | Christopher MonksArmonico Consort and Director Christopher Monks bring their celebrat…
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The Royal Philharmonic – Valentine’s Pop Goes Classical
Sat 13 Feb 2027 · 7:30 pm
Ely Cathedral
Get ready to celebrate love and romance in style at this special Valentine’s Pop Goes Classical concert, with the Royal Philharmonic performing uplifting and moving orchestral versions of the World's most iconic love songs.Conducted by James Morgan and present…
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Ely Cathedral Garden & Lifestyle Show
Fri 11 Jun 2027 – Sat 12 Jun 2027
Ely Cathedral
Inspiration, expert advice, and the very best in home, garden, and lifestyle products, all in the magnificent setting of Ely Cathedral. Following the outstanding success of the Home & Garden Shows in 2025 and 2026, the Ely Cathedral Garden & Lifestyle Show con…
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