What's on in Ely

Cambridgeshire, England

Ely sits pretty on the Isle of Ely and never fails to surprise with what's going on near the cathedral. The Old Gaol has been hosting gigs for years while the Museum keeps history fresh enough to spark a lively debate over tea. It is a rare find where culture does not feel like a chore. Pub quizzes pop up through the week and the odd open mic night keeps things interesting. Near Here pulls it all into one place so you are not stuck checking a dozen websites on a Sunday evening.

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Guns N' Roses Experience

An unforgettable show!

Fri 15 May18:50The Maltings(0.4mi)

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Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes

Calligraphy Workshop

Calligraphy Workshop Saturday 16th May 10am-4pm Join Gaynor Goffe, well known calligrapher, for this workshop where you choose between three different scripts: modern pointed pen, uncial or italic. Your chosen script will then be learned with pointed or square nib. All levels welcome, including beginners. Scripts will be used in words and short text. Tools and materials will be supplied for the workshop. If participants have calligraphy tools and materials then feel free to bring along. All tools and materials will be provided. Workshop includes tea and cake. £75 Tickets

Sat 16 May10:00Ely Museum(0.1mi)

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Yes Please

Yes Please at The Maltings. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Sun 17 May18:45The Maltings(0.4mi)

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Noasis - The Definitive Tribute to Oasis

One for the diary — Noasis - The Definitive Tribute to Oasis at The Maltings. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Fri 22 May20:00The Maltings(0.4mi)

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Boogie Nights - Saturday Night Fever

Boogie Night is Back!

Sat 23 May19:30The Maltings(0.4mi)

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Children & FamilyHistory & Heritage

Dig it! Archaeology Discovery Day

Dig it! Archaeology Discovery Day Love Digging for Britain or perhaps have a budding archaeologist in your family? If so, join us for Dig It! – our archaeology discovery day. Discover how archaeologists dig up the past, record what they find, piece together the clues and discover the story in their hunt for history. Supported once again by Oxford Archaeology, you can meet the archaeologists as well as try out a range of hands-on activities suitable for all ages. Have a go at excavating and crafts and take a look at local archaeological finds and discover the stories behind them. This year there will also be a finds identification team so bring your local finds to discover more about them. For Scouts and Brownies wanting to do their archaeology badges, the Cambridgeshire Scouts Archaeology Squad will also be here to support the event. No pre-booking required. Included with your standard admission ticket or valid annual pass.

Tue 26 May10:30Ely Museum(0.1mi)

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The Good Old Music Hall Days

Filed under: The Good Old Music Hall Days at The Maltings looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Sun 31 May14:30The Maltings(0.4mi)

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National Cho Dan & Cho Dan Bo Class - May 2026

Training with KCN Khan for Cho Dan and Cho Dan Bo’s

Sun 31 May16:00Ely Tang Soo Do(0.8mi)

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Living by the Rule: Contemporary Art and the Medieval Monastery

Living by the Rule: Contemporary Art and the Medieval Monastery A talk by Dr Jessica Barker and Dr Ed Krčma Tuesday 2nd June 7pm This talk will be given by the two curators of a major new exhibition, Living by the Rule: Contemporary Meets Medieval, on view at the Sainsbury Centre, Norwich, 16 May – 4 October 2026. The exhibition and accompanying book explore the structure and priorities of everyday life by putting contemporary conditions in dialogue with a seemingly remote and alien form of life: medieval monasticism, and specifically the Rule of Saint Benedict (6th Century). Ely Cathedral was once a Benedictine monastery, and for the exhibition the curators have been able to loan important objects from its collections: the Ely Cope, and four examples of 14th century choir stall fragments, which not been seen by the public since the 19th Century. In addition, the exhibition includes a rare example of pre-Reformation English panel painting that were originally made for Ely Cathedral, the Etheldreda Panels, which have been newly conserved for the show. These and many more examples of medieval monastic objects and artworks are put in dialogue with works by contemporary artists, including two Turner Prize winners, Elizabeth Price and Richard Wright. This talk will introduce the exhibition and explore some of its highlights, including the objects from Ely. Dr. Jessica Barker is a senior lecturer in medieval art at The Courtauld in London.

Tue 2 Jun19:00Ely Museum(0.1mi)

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Absolute Bowie

The Maltings is hosting and we're advertising. Absolute Bowie — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Fri 5 Jun18:45The Maltings(0.4mi)

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Seriously Collins - Phil Collins & Genesis Tribute Show

Relive the magic of Phil Collins & Genesis with Seriously Collins

Sat 6 Jun18:40The Maltings(0.4mi)

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Harmony in Harlem

Harmony In Harlem - A Dance with the Duke

Sun 7 Jun14:30The Maltings(0.4mi)

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Creedence Clearwater Review

The UK's #1 Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Show, celebrating Cosmo's Factory and all the greatest hits

Fri 12 Jun18:50The Maltings(0.4mi)

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Gup Grading - June 2026

Grading for all gup grades.

Sun 14 Jun13:00Ely Tang Soo Do(0.8mi)

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Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Little Explorers at Ely Museum – June 2026

Our Little Explorer mornings are a workshop for accompanied pre-school children held monthly at the museum. Join us for creative sessions of themed activities, crafts, stories and songs. Enrich your day with opportunities for social interaction, development of fine motor skills and imaginative play. Tickets, which should be pre-booked online, are £3.50 for children. The session usually takes place on the third Friday of the month, and runs from 10:00am – 12:00pm. Children must be accompanied throughout. Accompanying adults must have a museum annual pass or purchase an admission ticket. As space in the room is limited, please try to keep numbers of accompanying adults to one per child, unless agreed by Ely Museum staff in advance. There is lift access to the Aedwen room, a place for pushchairs & baby changing facilities on both floors of the museum. Our June theme is Minibeasts.

Fri 19 Jun10:00Ely Museum(0.1mi)

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National Cho Dan & Cho Dan Bo Class - June 2026

Training with KCN Khan for Cho Dan and Cho Dan Bo’s

Sun 28 Jun16:00Ely Tang Soo Do(0.8mi)

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National Masters, Instructors, Sam & E Dan Class - July 2026

Training with KCN Khan for Masters, Instructors, Sam Dan & E Dan’s

Sun 5 Jul16:00Ely Tang Soo Do(0.8mi)

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Children & FamilyWorkshops & ClassesHistory & Heritage

Home Education Stone Age Session – July 2026

Stone Age Home Education Workshop at Ely Museum Thursday 9th July 2026 10:30am – 12pm Age 7-11 Join us at Ely Museum for a fun, interactive morning to find out more about the Stone Age. Handle real and replica Stone Age objects, try your hand as an archaeologist, find out more about Stone Age tools, how they were made and what they were used for and create your own Stone Age cave painting using natural pigments. Booking in advance is essential, all children must be accompanied throughout. Tickets are £4.50 per child, £2.50 per accompanying adult, age 4 and under free.

Thu 9 Jul10:30Ely Museum(0.1mi)

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