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Upcoming Events

  • PAINtings Art Exhibition
    PAINtings Art Exhibition
    Sat, 13 Apr
    Peterborough Museum
    13 Apr 2024, 09:00 – 15 Jun 2024, 16:00
    Peterborough Museum, 51 Priestgate, Peterborough PE1 1LF, UK
    13 Apr 2024, 09:00 – 15 Jun 2024, 16:00
    Peterborough Museum, 51 Priestgate, Peterborough PE1 1LF, UK
    PAINtings, by artist Paul Kneen is an exhibition revolving around the theme of portraiture, and adeptly captures the struggles and anxieties inherent in our day-to-day existence. The exhibition takes over the Art Gallery space within the Museum.
  • Unfortunate: The Musical Parody
    Unfortunate: The Musical Parody
    Tue, 16 Apr
    The New Theatre
    16 Apr 2024, 19:30 – 20 Apr 2024, 22:00
    The New Theatre, 46 Broadway, Peterborough PE1 1RS, UK
    16 Apr 2024, 19:30 – 20 Apr 2024, 22:00
    The New Theatre, 46 Broadway, Peterborough PE1 1RS, UK
    The smash hit parody musical starring Shawna Hamic (Orange is the New Black, 1776 on Broadway) as ‘Ursula’ and River Medway (RuPaul’s Drag Race UK) as ‘Ariel’. Everyone’s favourite Disney Diva, Ursula, gives her gives her take on what really happened all those years ago under the sea.
  • Exhibition: Introducing Must Farm, a Bronze Age Settlement
    Exhibition: Introducing Must Farm, a Bronze Age Settlement
    Sat, 27 Apr
    Peterborough Museum
    27 Apr 2024, 10:00 – 28 Sept 2024, 16:00
    Peterborough Museum, 51 Priestgate, Peterborough PE1 1LF, UK
    27 Apr 2024, 10:00 – 28 Sept 2024, 16:00
    Peterborough Museum, 51 Priestgate, Peterborough PE1 1LF, UK
    The Must Farm settlement is an extraordinary slice of everyday life in the Bronze Age. Introducing Must Farm, a Bronze Age Settlement is a free, engaging exhibition telling the discovery and stories of a Bronze Age settlement that was abandoned suddenly following a catastrophic fire.
  • Jazzie B (OBE) DJ Set + The Allergies
    Jazzie B (OBE) DJ Set + The Allergies
    Sat, 27 Apr
    Peterborough Cathedral
    27 Apr 2024, 17:00 – 23:00
    Peterborough Cathedral, Minster Precinct, Peterborough PE1 1XS, UK
    27 Apr 2024, 17:00 – 23:00
    Peterborough Cathedral, Minster Precinct, Peterborough PE1 1XS, UK
    Join Soul II Soul's Jazzie B for an incredible night of Soul, RnB, Hip-Hop & Dance classics. Support comes from The Allergies performing live. This event is set to transform the iconic Peterborough Cathedral into an extraordinary sonic landscape, blending the sacred with the soulful. Tickets online.
  • Yourythmics
    Yourythmics
    Fri, 03 May
    The Cresset
    03 May 2024, 19:30 – 22:30
    The Cresset, Rightwell E, Peterborough PE3 8DX, UK
    03 May 2024, 19:30 – 22:30
    The Cresset, Rightwell E, Peterborough PE3 8DX, UK
    For all fans of Eurythmics it’s time to sing along with classics like Love is a Stranger, Here Comes The Rain Again and Sisters Are Doing It For Themselves. Multi award winning Stacy Green celebrates the amazing vocals of Annie Lennox along with her fabulous band and her very own ‘Dave Stewart'.
  • Viking Festival at Flag Fen
    Viking Festival at Flag Fen
    Sat, 04 May
    Flag Fen Archaeology Park
    04 May 2024, 10:00 – 06 May 2024, 16:00
    Flag Fen Archaeology Park, The Droveway, Northey Road, Peterborough PE6 7QJ, UK
    04 May 2024, 10:00 – 06 May 2024, 16:00
    Flag Fen Archaeology Park, The Droveway, Northey Road, Peterborough PE6 7QJ, UK
    Hundreds of Viking re-enactors from all over the UK will be coming to Flag Fen with the return of the Viking Festival. With the arrival of 350 of them setting up camp it’s set to be bigger and better than ever! There'll be a full programme of events, battles, storytelling and have-a-go archery.
  • International Food and Drinks Festival
    International Food and Drinks Festival
    Sat, 11 May
    Charters Bar
    11 May 2024, 12:00 – 13 May 2024, 20:00
    Charters Bar, Town Bridge, Peterborough PE1 1FP, UK
    11 May 2024, 12:00 – 13 May 2024, 20:00
    Charters Bar, Town Bridge, Peterborough PE1 1FP, UK
    Delicious food and drinks from around the world in the newly extended Beer Garden, providing the perfect setting for you to enjoy unique cultural dishes, drinks, and desserts from local and national businesses. Free entry. Free entertainment.
  • The Story of Soul
    The Story of Soul
    Sun, 12 May
    The Cresset
    12 May 2024, 19:30 – 22:30
    The Cresset, Rightwell E, Peterborough PE3 8DX, UK
    12 May 2024, 19:30 – 22:30
    The Cresset, Rightwell E, Peterborough PE3 8DX, UK
    Join the Love Train, as they show you there Ain’t Nobody who does it better. Powerful performances from a talented cast will showcase the biggest hits spanning a generation of sweet soul music. Featuring songs by Aretha Franklin, Earth Wind and Fire, James Brown, Sam and Dave and many more.
  • Peterborough Celebrates Festival
    Peterborough Celebrates Festival
    Fri, 17 May
    Ferry Meadows
    17 May 2024, 10:00 – 19 May 2024, 21:00
    Ferry Meadows, Ferry Meadows Country Park, Ham Ln, Peterborough PE2 5UU, UK
    17 May 2024, 10:00 – 19 May 2024, 21:00
    Ferry Meadows, Ferry Meadows Country Park, Ham Ln, Peterborough PE2 5UU, UK
    The fabulous family event returns to Ferry Meadows with a wide range of fun events, music and entertainment. there'll be community stalls, displays, food and drink, special shows and lots more.
  • An Evening of Radiohead
    An Evening of Radiohead
    Sat, 18 May
    Peterborough Cathedral
    18 May 2024, 19:30 – 23:00
    Peterborough Cathedral, Minster Precinct, Peterborough PE1 1XS, UK
    18 May 2024, 19:30 – 23:00
    Peterborough Cathedral, Minster Precinct, Peterborough PE1 1XS, UK
    A full live band, complete with the nationally renowned Mike Nowland String Quartet, take you on an epic journey through the bestselling band's back catalogue including hits and hidden gems from their 30 years in the spotlight from albums such as OK Computer, In Rainbows and The Bends. Ticketed.
  • Summer Craft and Gift Market
    Summer Craft and Gift Market
    Fri, 31 May
    Peterborough Cathedral
    31 May 2024, 09:00 – 01 Jun 2024, 09:00
    Peterborough Cathedral, Minster Precinct, Peterborough PE1 1XS, UK
    31 May 2024, 09:00 – 01 Jun 2024, 09:00
    Peterborough Cathedral, Minster Precinct, Peterborough PE1 1XS, UK
    A range of local, small artisanal or handmade businesses will showcase and sell their products. The Market is located inside the Cathedral, with stalls situated throughout the whole building. There will be a strict one-way system in place for shoppers to ensure shoppers can enjoy each one.
  • Bourne Festival
    Bourne Festival
    Fri, 31 May
    Wellhead Field
    31 May 2024, 12:00 – 02 Jun 2024, 23:00
    Wellhead Field, Manor Ln, Bourne PE10, UK
    31 May 2024, 12:00 – 02 Jun 2024, 23:00
    Wellhead Field, Manor Ln, Bourne PE10, UK
    The great family festival sees live music over the weekend, 80 real ales and 25 ciders to try, a fairground, food and entertainment. Organised by the Bourne and District Round Table.
  • Advance of the Romans
    Advance of the Romans
    Sat, 01 Jun
    Flag Fen Archaeology Park
    01 Jun 2024, 10:00 – 02 Jun 2024, 16:00
    Flag Fen Archaeology Park, The Droveway, Northey Road, Peterborough PE6 7QJ, UK
    01 Jun 2024, 10:00 – 02 Jun 2024, 16:00
    Flag Fen Archaeology Park, The Droveway, Northey Road, Peterborough PE6 7QJ, UK
    Meet the authentic Roman soldiers, learn about their armour and equipment and see live demonstrations of their training, manoeuvres and the shooting of artillery. You can also enjoy stepping back in time as you walk through the living history army camp display.
  • The Soundle Weekend Music Festival
    The Soundle Weekend Music Festival
    Sat, 01 Jun
    The Key Theatre
    01 Jun 2024, 12:00 – 02 Jun 2024, 22:00
    The Key Theatre, Embankment Rd, Peterborough PE1 1EF, UK
    01 Jun 2024, 12:00 – 02 Jun 2024, 22:00
    The Key Theatre, Embankment Rd, Peterborough PE1 1EF, UK
    One of the most anticipated events in the calendar, presented by VicsGigs in association with Progzilla Radio. Ten world class bands are playing across the weekend from legendary artists to up-and-coming bands. Weekend and day tickets available.
  • Birmingham Royal Ballet - BRB2
    Birmingham Royal Ballet - BRB2
    Sat, 01 Jun
    The New Theatre
    01 Jun 2024, 19:30 – 22:30
    The New Theatre, 46 Broadway, Peterborough PE1 1RS, UK
    01 Jun 2024, 19:30 – 22:30
    The New Theatre, 46 Broadway, Peterborough PE1 1RS, UK
    Birmingham Royal Ballet’s BRB2 returns to Peterborough with more performances of Carlos Acosta’s Classical Selection from some of the very best young dancers from around the world. From heart-stopping moments to comic masterpieces, this brilliant show includes instantly recognisable music and dance.
  • Peterborough Pride Celebration
    Peterborough Pride Celebration
    Sat, 08 Jun
    The Green Back Yard
    08 Jun 2024, 12:30 – 20:00
    The Green Back Yard, Oundle Rd, Peterborough PE2 8AT, UK
    08 Jun 2024, 12:30 – 20:00
    The Green Back Yard, Oundle Rd, Peterborough PE2 8AT, UK
    Join the colourful rainbow parade through the city centre starting at Stanley Park at 12.30pm and then enjoy a range of music, food and entertainment at the festival celebrations at the Green Back Yard.
  • Legend: The Music of Bob Marley
    Legend: The Music of Bob Marley
    Sat, 08 Jun
    Corn Exchange Theatre
    08 Jun 2024, 19:30 – 22:30
    Corn Exchange Theatre, Broad St, Stamford PE9 1PX, UK
    08 Jun 2024, 19:30 – 22:30
    Corn Exchange Theatre, Broad St, Stamford PE9 1PX, UK
    Legend, the music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show extravaganza. Combining his superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship, and a supremely talented cast.
  • Theatre: Julius Caesar
    Theatre: Julius Caesar
    Sat, 08 Jun
    Key Theatre
    08 Jun 2024, 19:30 – 22:00
    Key Theatre, Embankment Rd, Peterborough PE1 1EF, UK
    08 Jun 2024, 19:30 – 22:00
    Key Theatre, Embankment Rd, Peterborough PE1 1EF, UK
    Icarus Theatre Collective’s boldly modern production of Shakespeare’s political thriller. A pioneering new production which combines classic stagecraft with advanced technology to showcase the parallels between the politics of Ancient Rome and current world affairs.
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