The Cambridge Union 211th Anniversary Alumni Dinner and Debate, Saturday 24th October 2026

THE CAMBIDGE UNION 211TH ANNIVERSARY ALUMNI DINNER AND DEBATE 

SATURDAY 24TH OCTOBER 2026

Join us on Saturday 24th October for our 211th Anniversary Alumni Dinner and Debate - a night of fabulous debate and fabulous food, to catch up with Union friends old and new.

Our dinner and debate tickets are available to purchase here (black tie), and free debate-only reservations for members can also be made here (formal-wear).

Please see full details below: 

If you'd like to attend our dinner and debate: 

• Please register for 'DINNER AND DEBATE TICKETS'. 
• Our dinner and debate tickets are available for £75 per head. 
• This includes a candlelit, three course meal with all your fellow alumni, courtesy of our on-site restaurant and bar - The Orator - AND your reserved spot at the debate.
• Please note that the dress code for our dinner guests is Black Tie.
• Guest dinner tickets are available and can be booked on this site when you book your main dinner ticket. 

If you're a member and you'd like to attend the debate only: 

• Please register for 'FREE DEBATE RESERVATION FOR MEMBERS'. You will not be charged. 
• Members who would like to attend our Anniversary Debate only (not dining) on Saturday 24th October are able to register their seat free of charge using the link below.
• Please note that, though free, registration is essential - this is just so we can ensure our building is at a safe capacity for all our guests.
• The dress code for debate-only attendees is formal wear. You are of course welcome to wear black tie or national dress if you wish, but it is not required. 

We look forward to seeing you there. 

Best wishes, 

The Cambridge Union 

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