Things to Do
We're well known for our beautiful city centre cathedral, the stunning landscapes of Nene Park and Ferry Meadows, the animals and expansive countryside around Sacrewell, prehistoric finds at Flag Fen, and for our railway heritage - which you can see at Nene Valley Rail and Railword Wildlife Haven - and there's so much more to discover!
Thrill-seekers can go wakeboarding, skydiving, and axe-throwing, fitness enthusiasts can run or cycle around our many parks, and indulge in water sports like kayaking and canoeing.
We're home to the East of England Arena, one of the largest venues in the region, nationally reputed drama companies, and a number of theatres who always keep audiences entertained.
Our city centre and embankment host live events and markets throughout the year - and they're a great spot to get some fantastic local food and drinks at independent eateries and micro-pubs.
Some of the best highlights in rural Peterborough include Burghley House, John Clare Cottage and Sacrewell with its camping sites, historic watermill, boutique retailers, and huge play areas.
Peterborough is a vibrant regional shopping destination with Queensgate Shopping Centre located in the city centre, plus Serpentine Green Shopping Centre in Hampton, PE1 Retail Park to the north east of the city, Brotherhood Retail and Maskew Avenue retail parks along Bourges Boulevard, and much more.
Established favourites such as the Heritage Festival, the Italian Festival, Diwali Festival, Peterborough CAMRA Beer Festival and the Perkins Great Eastern Run attract thousands of visitors from all over the country and abroad.
If your interested in holding an event or city centre trading in Peterborough and would like more information on open air options and venues, please email Justin.beaumont@peterborough.gov.uk.
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Games morning every Thursday 10am to midday at Hobson’s Café Just turn up. Bring any games or…
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra return to Peterborough for one night only with Classics at the…
Dragon boat racing stands as the fastest-growing water activity in Britain today, and, more…
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A summer celebration of food and drink at Burghley House showcasing the best in local and…
Youth Cyclocross races run as Go Ride racing, so a minimum of two races per rider. Signing on from…
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After a sell-out event in 2023, 90s Silent Disco returns to Burghley House for a disco like no…
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Funhouse Comedy Club is back at Stamford Arts Centre on Sat May 4th for a laughter packed night…
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- 1Games Morning
- 2Classics at the Cathedral with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
- 3Peterborough Dragon Boat Festival 2024
- 4Classic Ibiza
- 5Summer Fine Food Market
- 6Youth Cycle Races
- 7Pride Cabaret
- 8Crazy Bingo Party
- 9Puccini Remembered
- 1090s Silent Disco
- 11Tiny Tots
- 12The UK's leading live music tribute to George Harrison, Peterborough Key Theatre Thurs 27 June 2024
- 13International Food & Drink Festival
- 14CLUB WITH NO NAME PROUDLY PRESENTS MILES HUNT
- 15Funhouse Comedy Club - Comedy Night in Stamford May 2024
- 16Fawlty Towers Revisited 14/06/2024
- 17Sac-Roar-Well May Half Term
- 18CPSO Summer Classical Concert