Syd Barrett Exhibition at Openspace – 3-11 October 2026
For one week only, Openspace presents a unique exhibition celebrating the life, art, and legacy of Syd Barrett; the brilliant creative force who co-founded Pink Floyd and helped define the psychedelic rock movement.
Visitors will have the rare opportunity to view an extraordinary collection of original paintings, sketches, and prints of larger works, offering a fascinating insight into Barrett’s artistic vision beyond music.
Special Events
Celebration Concert
The exhibition coincides with a major celebration concert at Cambridge Corn Exchange on Saturday 10 October, featuring:
Kula Shaker, Soft Machine, and many more special guests.
Album Release: Clowns And Jugglers
On 9 October 2026, a special tribute album titled Clowns And Jugglers will be released, featuring fresh interpretations of some of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd’s most iconic songs by a range of contemporary artists.
Author Talk with Rob Chapman
Join acclaimed music writer Rob Chapman, author of Syd Barrett: A Very Irregular Head; widely regarded as the definitive Syd Barrett biography.
Friday 9 October 2026
7:30pm
Opening Times
Date |
Time |
|---|---|
Saturday 3 October |
10:00am – 5:00pm |
Sunday 4 October |
10:00am – 3:00pm |
Tuesday 6 October to Sunday 11 October |
10:00am – 5:00pm |
