Hertfordshire Events
Three
Tue 28 Oct 25
BEAM, The Wash, Hertford SG14 1PS
At the heart of every family lies a story, and at the heart of every house is its kitchen. Three invites you into the lives of neighbours, Ida,...
Multi-Activity Camp
Tue 28 Oct 25
Preston Primary School
Back Lane
Preston
Hitchin SG4 7UJ
Super fun Multi-Activity Camps at Preston Primary School, open to all boys & girls aged 4-12 years. You do not need to be a pupil of Preston Primary...
Divya Kasturi Company | Half Term Workshops
Mon 27 Oct 25
Trestle Arts Base
Russet Drive AL4 0JQ
Encounter, Explore, Expand, Experience.
This October, take the opportunity to play, learn and enjoy Bharatanatyam with esteemed artist Divya...
Samhain Celebrations
Mon 27 Oct 25
Celtic Harmony Camp
Brickendon Lane
Brickendon
Hertfordshire SG13 8NY
This October Half-Term (Mon 27th – Fri 31st), escape to Celtic Harmony Camp, Brickendon, near Hertford, for our Samhain Celebration (pronounced...
All treats no tricks: Halloween fun at Harlequin, October half term
Mon 27 Oct 25
Harlequin
Watford
Hertfordshire WD17 2UB
Watford’s premier shopping and leisure destination, Harlequin, is set to bring a treat-filled week of Halloween fun this October half term!...
The Fascinating Fungi Research Trail
Sun 26 Oct 25
RSPB Rye Meads
Rye Road SG12 8JS
October is the perfect time to see fungi when you’re out and about, and we need your help to research it!...
Self-Led Pond Dipping at RSPB Rye Meads
Sun 26 Oct 25
RSPB Rye Meads
Rye Road SG12 8JS
(Please note pond dipping runs every day from Sunday 26 October - 2 November except Fridays and Saturdays as we are closed)...
October Half Term - Ghosts of Royston
Sat 25 Oct 25
Royston Museum, 5 Lower King Street, Royston SG8 5AL
Whooooo’s that in the museum?
Get into the spirit of things this October half term at Royston Museum!...
Jigsaw Festival at St Mary's Hitchin
Fri 24 Oct 25
St Mary's Church
Churchyard Hitchin SG5 1HR
This is a vibrant and colourful experience, where the beautiful medieval church is filled with a kind of art gallery of over 500 completed jigsaws...
The Magic Of Motown
Thu 23 Oct 25
Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ
Seen by millions, The Magic of Motown is back with its 20th Anniversary Tour!
It’s no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories...
Mostly Comedy - Amy Gledhill & Ignacio Lopez
Thu 23 Oct 25
HITCHIN TOWN HALL, Brand Street, Hitchin SG5 1HX
The popular comedy club celebrates its seventeenth anniversary at HITCHIN TOWN HALL.
Thursday 23rd October’s Hitchin Town Hall lineup...
Ladies Day by Amanda Whittington
Wed 22 Oct 25
The Pump House Theatre, Local Board Road WD17 2JP
An exuberant, heartwarming comedy about four lasses from a Hull fish-packing plant who plan to celebrate the early retirement of one of their number...
Workshop: Draught Busting
Wed 22 Oct 25
Royston Museum, 5 Lower King Street, Royston SG8 5AL
Do you notice draughts in your home? As well as causing chills and discomfort, draughts can increase your heating bills...
FREE taster session with the Rickmansworth Rock Choir
Mon 20 Oct 25
Harvey Road School, Harvey Road, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth WD3 3BN
Do you want to learn to sing near you?
Your local Rickmansworth choir is run by vocal teacher Simon Reynolds...
concert of classical orchestral music
Sun 19 Oct 25
Christchurch Baptist, Tewin Road AL7 1BW
We invite you to a wonderful afternoon concert consisting of three classical favourites: Sibelius Karelia Overture, Weber Clarinet Concerto No 1,...
Afternoon Dance with a live Swing Band
Sun 19 Oct 25
Southern Maltings, Ware SG12 7BS
Afternoon dance with Live swing band playing authentic jazz music, featuring Barbara Hopkin and Tom Miller on vocals...
Hatfield Charity Quiz Night
Fri 17 Oct 25
Roe Hill Hall
Briars Lane, Hatfield AL10 8EY
Put your knowledge to the test and support a great cause at our Charity Quiz Night, hosted by the Mayor of Hatfield in aid of Breaks Manor Youth and...
Halloween Haunt Fest
Fri 17 Oct 25
Hertfordshire show ground
Dunstable Rd, St Albans AL3 7PT
Get ready, Halloween enthusiasts, thrill seekers, and horror movie fans! Hertfordshire is about to be transformed into a spine-tingling spectacle...
Midsummer Night's Scream
Fri 17 Oct 25
Barn Theatre, Handside Lane, Welwyn Garden City AL8 6ST
World Premier Opens At the Barn Theatre in time for Halloween
This Halloween, the Barn Theatre is proud to present a world premier for all the...
Music at the Museum
Fri 17 Oct 25
Royston Museum, 5 Lower King Street, Royston SG8 5AL
Hosted by the Friends of Royston Museum, join us on Friday 17 October for a night of Music at the Museum...
That'll Be The Day
Thu 16 Oct 25
Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ
Smash-hit sensation That’ll Be The Day is embarking on its 40th anniversary tour this Autumn, dazzling fans across the UK with its iconic rock‘n’roll...
CPDL Training | Basic and Half Mask & Advanced and Intermediate Mask
Tue 14 Oct 25
Trestle Arts Base
Russet Dr
St Albans, England AL4 0JQ
Trestle’s CPDL courses for drama teachers, professional practitioners and workshop leaders provide a unique opportunity to develop teaching and...
Oklahoma! - The Musical presented by ELODS
Tue 14 Oct 25
Wyllyotts Theatre, Darkes Lane, Potters Bar, , Hertfordshire EN6 2HZ
One of the most beloved musicals ever to grace the stage is coming to the Wyllyotts Theatre in Potters Bar
“An absolute knockout!...
Mudpack Challenge
Sun 12 Oct 25
Ashridge House, Berkhamsted HP4 1NS
The Mud Pack Challenge is back in the stunning grounds of Ashridge House, surrounded by National Trust woodland!...
Hula Hoop for Adults!
Sun 12 Oct 25
Ware Drill Hall
17 Amwell End SG12 9HP
Come curious, we'll bring hoops!
Always fancied hula hooping – or been practising at home and want some tips?...
Ware Poets - Open Mic & dynamic & award-winning poet Patience Agbabi
Fri 10 Oct 25
Southern Maltings, Kibes Lane, Ware SG12 7BS
Ware Poets are delighted to welcome Patience Agbabi as our guest poet.
Patience is a dynamic and award-winning poet and novelist...
Deck the halls at Dobbies’ Christmas Launch Weekend
Thu 9 Oct 25
Dunsbridge Turnpike, Shepreth SG8 6RA
Christmas has come early as Dobbies Garden Centres kicks off the season in style at its Christmas Launch Weekend which takes place from Thursday 9 to...
FREE taster session with the St Albans Rock Choir
Wed 8 Oct 25
United Reformed Church, Homewood Road, St. Albans AL1 4BH
Do you want to join a choir near you?
The St. Albans Rock Choir is led by local vocal coach Abigail Harris...
FREE taster session with the Borehamwood Rock Choir
Tue 7 Oct 25
Hertswood Academy, Cowley Hill, Borehamwood WD6 5LG
If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can!
Your friendly local Borehamwood choir is run by choir leader Simon Reynolds...
Toddler Tuesday at Hertford Museum: All About the Weather
Tue 7 Oct 25
Hertford Museum
18 Bull Plain
Hertford SG14 1DT
7th October 2025, 10.30 – 11.45am
Join us for crafts, singing, stories and fun for the Under 4s! £4.50 per child, includes a drink and a snack...
Join our choir in Hitchin for a FREE taster session
Tue 7 Oct 25
Tilehouse Street Baptist Church, Upper Tilehouse Street, Hitchin SG5 2EE
Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'?
Your local Hitchin choir is run by singer/pianist Rob Baker...
FREE taster session with the Welwyn Garden City Rock Choir
Mon 6 Oct 25
Creswick Primary School, Sir John Newsom Way, Welwyn Garden City AL7 4FL
If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir...
Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman
Sun 5 Oct 25
The Globe, Newport St, Hay on Wye HR3 5BG
2025 sees Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman celebrate 30 years of making music together.
One of the UK’s most successful folk duos, they will embark on...
Circus Life Drawing
Sun 5 Oct 25
Ware Drill Hall
17 Amwell End SG12 9HP
Looking for a unique life drawing experience with a circus twist?
Join us for Circus Life Drawing, where you can sketch circus performers in action...
Hertfordshire Chorus presents Duruflé's Requiem
Sat 4 Oct 25
St Peter's Church
St Peter's Street
St Albans AL1 3HG
Hertfordshire Chorus presents Durufle's meditative and rich Requiem. The concert will also include a varied selection of motets, songs and...
Looking For Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood
Sat 4 Oct 25
The Old Town Hall, High St, Hemel Hempstead HP1 3AE
Nostalgic musical comedy Looking for Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood returns for an autumn tour, having sold out stages across the country for...
Jumble and Recycling Sale
Sat 4 Oct 25
1st Cuffley Scout HQ, Church Close, Cuffley EN6 4LS
Cuffley Scout Group Jumble & Recycling Sale
Join us for a friendly community Jumble and Recycling Sale and help raise funds for local Scouts...
FREE taster session with the Hemel Hempstead/Berkhamsted Rock Choir
Thu 2 Oct 25
South Hill Centre, Cemetery Hill, Hemel Hempstead HP1 1JF
If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Hemel Hempstead Rock Choir...
The Zombies Listening Party - Odessey and Oracle
Wed 1 Oct 25
The Pioneer Club
Heathlands Dr, Harpenden Rd, St Albans, United Kingdom AL3 5AY
To coincide with the re-release of arguably one of the bands most successful albums we are teaming up with Pioneer and St Albans legends The Zombies...
We Need to Talk
Wed 1 Oct 25
Hertford Museum
18 Bull Plain
Hertford SG14 1DT
5th July 2025 – 2nd November 2025
Discover a history of human connection and the diverse ways we have found to communicate our thoughts, emotions,...
Join our choir in Bishops Stortford for a FREE taster session
Wed 1 Oct 25
St Michael's C of E (VA) Primary School, Apton Road, Bishop's Stortford CM23 3SN
If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Bishop's Stortford...
Welwyn Hatfield u3a Open Morning
Wed 1 Oct 25
Breaks Manor, Link Drive, Hatfield AL10 8TP
Are you semi - or fully retired? Then this is the place to be!
Our Open Morning will run from 9.45 am to 12.00 pm...
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Things to do around Hertfordshire
Here are some delightful day out options in Hertfordshire, a county in the south-east of England:
1. Day out in Saint Albans:
- Explore the ancient sites and rich history of Saint Albans. Visit the St. Albans Cathedral, one of the oldest sites in Hertfordshire and a sight to behold. With free entry and free guided tours, you can see the million-year-old architecture and mesmerizing medieval art on the walls. The Verulamium Park and Museum is a must-visit, located near the Cathedral. The museum is filled with remarkable artifacts and ancient treasures, depicting the past life of the Romans. After the museum, enjoy the park – 100 acres of lush greenery with a lovely lake, play areas, a cafe, and wildlife. Take a stroll around the lake, enjoying the trees and meadows full of wildlife and water birds. It's great for a relaxing Hertfordshire day out. Also, if you're into theater, visit the 2nd-century Roman theater directly outside the museum.
2. Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter:
- The Warner Bros. Studio Tour is the most popular day out in Hertfordshire. Here, you can see some of the sets from the Harry Potter series, drink a butterbeer, and go on a tour. This is an absolute must-visit place for fans of Harry Potter. Explore the authentic Harry Potter film set, with behind-the-scenes previews. You can also take a tour and enjoy the exhibits, adding a touch of magic to your trip. Located in Leavesden, this is the highest-rated attraction in the world. Spending a full day here is highly recommended!
3. Paradise Wildlife Park:
- Hertfordshire's Paradise Wildlife Park is one of the most interactive zoos in England, with an enormous collection of 800+ animals. Encounter various big cats (tigers, leopards, etc.), penguins, wolves, reptiles, meerkats, and lemurs. It's a great family-friendly attraction for animal lovers.
4. Berkhamsted Castle:
- Explore the ruins of Berkhamsted Castle, a historic Norman motte-and-bailey castle. Learn about its fascinating past and enjoy the scenic views from the castle mound. It's a great spot for history enthusiasts and picnics.
5. Ashridge Estate:
- Discover the Ashridge Estate, a National Trust property near Berkhamsted. Enjoy picturesque woodlands, rolling hills, and ancient trees. The estate offers walking trails, wildlife spotting, and stunning views. It's perfect for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
6. Hatfield House:
- Visit Hatfield House, a Jacobean mansion with beautiful gardens. Explore the historic rooms, admire the art collection, and stroll through the formal gardens. Don't miss the famous knot garden and the peaceful water features.
7. Knebworth House and Gardens:
- Explore Knebworth House, a Tudor Gothic-style mansion near Stevenage. Discover its rich history, beautiful interiors, and extensive gardens. The dinosaur trail and adventure playground make it a hit with families.
8. Hitchin Lavender:
- During the summer, visit Hitchin Lavender and immerse yourself in fragrant lavender fields. Enjoy picking your own lavender, taking photos, and relaxing in the serene surroundings.
Remember, Hertfordshire offers a mix of history, magic, wildlife, and natural beauty – perfect for an unforgettable day out!
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