Things to Do
Entertainment & Nightlife
Touring musicals in an art-deco theatre on Broadway, drama and comedy beside the river, big-name stand-up out at Bretton, two cinemas in the city centre and mini golf when the weather turns. Peterborough’s evenings stretch from a proper night out to a quiet film.
New Theatre
Opened as the Odeon in 1937 and rescued more than once since, this restored art deco auditorium is now the largest stage in the region, hosting touring musicals, drama, comedy and the city’s pantomime.
The Cresset
A theatre, a restaurant, a shopping parade, a church and a wedding venue in one building at the heart of Bretton. Comedy, live music, family shows and pantomime, with parking free after 6pm.
Key Theatre
Beside the River Nene, the Key Theatre brings Peterborough together for drama, comedy, music, dance, family shows and its much-loved pantomime, with intimate auditoriums, riverside views and a strong commitment to local creative talent.
The Met Lounge
Peterborough’s proudly alternative grassroots venue has packed live music, rising talent and late-night club culture into a 200-capacity room since 1999, with a remarkable roll-call of artists who played here on their way to national recognition.
ODEON Luxe Peterborough
Experience cinema on a grander scale at ODEON Luxe Peterborough, with eight laser-projection screens, luxury recliners, VIP Beds and a spectacular IMAX auditorium, all conveniently located above Queensgate in the heart of the city.
Showcase Cinema de Lux Peterborough
Part of Peterborough life since 1988, Showcase Cinema de Lux combines 13 screens, fully customisable recliners, 4K projection, free parking and inclusive screenings with the choice and atmosphere of a genuine big-screen cinema.
Laser Quest Peterborough
Take on Peterborough’s maze-like Laser Quest arena, then continue the adventure with motion-powered VR, a 5D cinema and arcade games. This long-running city-centre favourite is built for families, friends, parties and competitive team challenges.
Putt & Play Peterborough
Challenge friends and family across three interactive nine-hole mini-golf courses at Putt & Play Peterborough. With arcade games, a diner and drinks inside Queensgate, it brings colourful competition and all-weather entertainment to the city centre.
Playard Peterborough
Play, compete and stay for food and drinks at Playard Peterborough, a new city-centre games bar bringing interactive darts, VR, shuffleboard, pool, street curling, simulator challenges, parties and events to the former Wilko building.
GloGolf Peterborough
Journey through 15 holes of glow-in-the-dark space adventure at Glo Golf Peterborough, an independent city-centre games bar also offering interactive darts, private karaoke, pool, shuffleboard, shooting games, food and cocktails for families and groups.
Angle Gaming Peterborough
Find your people at Angle Gaming Peterborough, home to hundreds of board games, major RPG and trading-card communities, four escape rooms, coached axe throwing, public bouldering and an alcohol-free grill welcoming families, beginners and experienced players.
The No Work Club
Make play the only agenda at The No Work Club Peterborough, an all-weather Orton Meadows venue combining interactive axe throwing, nine-hole crazy golf, three escape rooms, digital darts, drinks and flexible packages for families, friends and teams.
Embassy, Flares and Red Room
Experience three distinct nights out under one historic roof at Embassy, Flares and Red Room, combining cocktails, retro party classics, R&B, hip hop, house, live appearances and late-night dancing inside Peterborough’s former 1937 Embassy Theatre.
Velvet Panache
Discover Velvet Panache, a bold two-floor Peterborough music venue bringing together club nights, live performances, local talent, themed events, modern production and sounds ranging from house, garage and R&B to reggae, indie, rock and alternative.
Buzz Bingo Peterborough
Enjoy a sociable day or night at Buzz Bingo Peterborough, with traditional paper games, easy-to-use touchscreen bingo, daily sessions, slots, food and drink, welcoming staff and plenty of chances to call house.