Few cities of Cambridge's size can claim Pink Floyd as a local product, with founding members Syd Barrett and Roger Waters attending Cambridge High School for Boys, and David Gilmour growing up in the same city. That psychedelic and progressive rock lineage sits alongside a broader story: Clean Bandit formed at Jesus College in 2008, The Soft Boys pioneered punk-inspired power-pop here in 1976, and Charli XCX was born in the city. Today the live scene runs from the Cambridge Corn Exchange, hosting major touring acts, down to grassroots spots like The Portland Arms and The Six Six Bar, which opened in 2022 as a dedicated rock venue. The Cambridge Folk Festival and the Summer Music Festival anchor the annual calendar, while venues like Hot Numbers Coffee and Hidden Rooms keep jazz woven into the city's everyday musical life.
Upcoming concerts in Cambridge
Wed 18 Nov · 20:00
Abigail Lapell
From 20 GBP
Wed 18 Nov · 20:00
Bellowhead - Burlesque 20th Anniversary Tour
Thu 19 Nov · 19:00
Bellowhead - Burlesque 20th Anniversary Tour
From 38 GBP
Mr B The Gentleman Rhymer
Thu 19 Nov · 19:30
Mr B The Gentleman Rhymer
From 20 GBP
