New Year’s Eve In Cambridge: 4 Ideas To Ring In The New Year
New Year’s Eve in Cambridge is an exciting time of year, and there are loads of fun activities for all the family.
At Rutherford’s Punting Cambridge, we’ll be open on New Year’s Eve, offering punting tours throughout the city.
Here’s our pick of the top New Year’s Even activities in Cambridge so you can see the New Year in with unforgettable style.
Take A New Year’s Eve Punting Trip
Punting is the ideal way to see all that Cambridge has to offer this New Year’s Eve. Rutherford’s offers shared and private punting tours for all the family, whether it’s kids, older relatives or even dogs.
To create the perfect punting experience, you can add treats such as champagne, a picnic, a cream tea or a cheese platter to your New Year’s Eve punting trip.
Our punts come complete with blankets, heated seats and, if needed umbrellas, so you can take a trip in the ultimate comfort and luxury.
Throughout your trip, our tour guides will regale you with tales of Cambridge’s rich history and show you the sights, including the College Backs, 7 riverside Cambridge University colleges, King’s College Chapel, the majestic Bridge of Sighs and New Court.
Once your New Year’s Eve punting trip in Cambridge is over, you can explore the city and find some other amazing activities to try as you countdown to the New Year.
Enjoy A Luxurious Meal
For a quiet, relaxed and elegant New Year’s Eve celebration, you could enjoy a luxurious meal at one of Cambridge’s many fine dining restaurants.
From luxurious seasonal meals at Midsummer House to traditional French meals at Côte Brasserie Cambridge, or even Indian gastropub food from The Brook, there’s something for everyone.
You can enjoy a relaxing meal and delicious drinks, then take a walk through the city to ring in the New Year.
Attend A Sumptuous Gala
If you’re looking for something a little more formal for the New Year, many hotels across Cambridge are offering New Year’s Gala Packages, which often include delicious food and enthralling entertainment.
One of the most high profile is the Hilton Cambridge City Centre with an exclusive Black Tie Gala dinner. At the start, there’s champagne and canapés, followed by a 6-course dinner.
Guests can then explore a range of activities, including visiting a casino tables, dancing to music from our DJ, and capturing memories in the festive photo booth before toasting in the New Year at midnight. You can choose to enjoy the night and then go home, or book an overnight stay to make the most of the festivities.
Party The Night Away
For those who want to see the New Year in on the dance floor, nightclubs across Cambridge offer live music and DJ sets so you can party all night long.
There are traditional NY parties at your favourite bars, including Revolution, Mash, Vinyl Cambridge and others, which offer everything from classic rock to pop and high end energetic vibes.
If you’re looking for something a little bit different, The Six Six is offering an alternative New Year’s Eve party with fancy dress, karaoke, live music and more.
Book Now
New Year’s Eve in Cambridge is always a busy time of year, so to avoid disappointment you need to book in advance.
Using this guide, you can find fun New Year’s Eve celebration ideas in Cambridge, and then get your tickets before they sell out.
If you’re planning a New Year’s Eve punting tour, booking early is essential. You can book online or contact us at our Jesus Green moorings to secure your space for your New Year’s Eve punting trip in Cambridge.
Happy New Year!
