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Get Activated is back for it's third year.

Families across Cambridgeshire are in for a treat this summer. Local organisations are teaming up to offer free and low-cost activities all over the county.

The Get Activated 2025 campaign will raise awareness of activities run by the county and district councils as well as their partners.

From play sessions to cycling, walking, and sports, there will be plenty of fun and healthy ways to stay active this summer. Families can enjoy a wide range of activities to keep everyone entertained.

See the information and links below to find out what's happening near you.

children outside jumping in the air

 

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Events for under fives

50 Things to Do Before You're Five

50 Things to Do mobile app

Discover 50 fun and educational activities for children under five in Cambridgeshire. From outdoor adventures to creative crafts, make memories with your little ones with these free or low cost things to do.

 

toddlers exploring in water

Child and Family Centre

Child and Family Centre events

Cambridge City Facebook

East Cambs Facebook

Huntingdon Facebook

March, Chatteris and Whittlesey Facebook

South Cambs Facebook

Wisbech Facebook

Child and Family Centres are friendly places where families can get help and support. We have lots of fun activities for children from babies to teenagers.

Filter by postcode or map to find events in your area along with contact details. Book on and join in the fun.

Follow your local Child and Family Facebook page for our latest events.

Events in local parks

Cambs Open Spaces

Explore Cambridgeshire's parks and open spaces. Discover the benefits of spending time outside. Make outdoor activities a regular part of your healthy lifestyle.

 

Feel good activities

HAY directory

 

A hub full of local resources to boost your wellbeing. Connect with your community, learn new skills, get active. Arts, sport, dance, music, open spaces, there is something for all the family.

Holiday scheme

HAF directory

The Cambridgeshire Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme offers funded holiday scheme places. Eligible children and young people can attend subject to availability.

 child on climbing wall

Library events

Library Live

Cambridgeshire Library activities

Cambridgeshire Families Libraries Facebook

Summer Reading Challenge 2025

Cambridgeshire libraries have 100s of free or low-cost events for families taking place in our 33 libraries this summer. Get involved with LEGO clubs, indoor gardening, board and games mornings, Author visits and all sorts of craft activities.

Sign up for our free 2025 Summer Reading Challenge, Story Garden at your local library. Read six fabulous library books, collect all six special stickers and you could receive a medal and certificate.

child reading in garden

Grafham Water Centre activities

Grafham Water Centre

Family fun days, educational outdoor adventures, kids clubs. Find out what's on offer this summer. Come and explore with us.  

Local routes and maps

Cambridgeshire cycle routes and maps

Downloadable cycling and walking maps for active travel across Cambridgeshire  

What's on in your area

Summer events Cambridge City District Council

Health, wellbeing and leisure  East Cambridgeshire District Council

Active Fenland - Fenland District Council

Parks, nature reserves, play areas and green spaces Huntingdonshire District Council

Health and wellbeing outdoor activities South Cambs District Council

Find out what's going on in your local area this summer.  

Healthy schools support programme

Healthy families nutrition and physical activity directory

A directory for families listing both national and local activities.

Nature reserves

Local nature reserves

Local nature reserves are living green spaces. These special places are perfect for young explorers. Discover wildlife, plants and the great outdoors.

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