Events & Activities in Stevenage
This page gives information on events and activities in Stevenage and the surrounding area, including Knebworth. It is updated daily. If you would like to advertise on this website and the Facebook page, please do get in touch by using the email address opposite.
Sunday 11th May – Weekend Stories
Storytime for under 8’s. This is a free, drop-in event at Stevenage Central Library, Southgate, Stevenage, SG1 1HD. Sunday from 2pm – 2.30pm. Every Sunday until the end of the year.
Monday 12th May – Tea and Chat
Come and join this friendly group for good conversation and lots of laughs over a cuppa. They have a monthly speaker or activity, and chat and socialise on the weeks in between. No need to book, just drop in on the day. Free event, but donations are welcome. Mondays from 10.30am – 12 noon. At Stevenage Central Library, Southgate, Stevenage, SG1 1HD.
Monday 12th May – Cyber and Fraud Aware
Stevenage Central Library, Southgate, Stevenage, SG1 1HD, are hosting a series of talks from Herts Police, Trading Standards, HCC and Beacon Victim Care Hub about staying safe online. Join them on Monday 12th May from 11am – 2.45pm.
Monday 12th May – IT Champion
IT Champions offer one-to-one support, problem-solving, and online safety advice for users of the library computers and WiFi. Mondays from 2pm – 4pm, at Stevenage Central Library, Southgate, Stevenage, SG1 1HD.
Tuesday 13th May – Active Rhyme Time
A 45 minute session of fun, active rhymes and songs for your baby and toddler. A great way to meet other families and develop your child‘s communication and physical skills. For children with their parent or carer. Older siblings welcome. £2.50 per family drop in, pay on the day. Tuesdays from 9.30am – 10.15am. At The Meeting House, 21 Cuttys Lane, Stevenage, SG1 1UP.
Wednesday 14th May – Board Game Group
The group meet in the front area of Stevenage Central Library, Southgate, Stevenage, SG1 1HD, to play scrabble and other board games. Free drop-in event. Every Wednesday from 2pm – 3.30pm.
Thursday 15th May – Baby Rhyme Time
These fun, half hour sessions of songs and rhymes are perfect for helping your child to learn language skills and are an opportunity for you to meet other families too. Thursdays from 9.15am – 9.45am. At Knebworth Community Library, St Martins Road, Knebworth, SG3 6ER.
Thursday 15th May – Games Night
Lost Ark Games have an extensive board game library full of great games to play. Come and play games from their board game library. Bring your own in, meet friends and play. Play a wargame on a big table. Run a Role Playing game with friends. Play Magic: The Gathering or any other TCG. Bring a games console in. hook it up to one of our big TVs and play with your mates.
At Lost Ark Games, 29 Market Place, Stevenage, SG1 1DH. Their front door on the high street is closed from 5pm. Please use their rear entrance which can be found directly opposite the car entrance to the Westgate Multi Storey car park. Please use your sat-nav to find the car park if you are unsure. Every Thursday until at least June 2025 from 6pm – 10pm.
Wednesday 4th June – Reading Friends
Join our Reading Friends group on the first Wednesday of every month from 10.30am – 11.45am. Meet people and make new friend, and chat about books, hobbies and interests over a hot drink. At Stevenage Central Library, Southgate, Stevenage, SG1 1HD.
Saturday 14th June – Datchworth Village Fete
A traditional, non commercial, not for profit village fete with lots of fun stalls including Spike the Sausage, Splat the Rat, Higher or Lower, Tombola, Lucky Dip, Coconut Shy, Crockery Smash, Books and CD’s, Tea Tent, BBQ, Classic Cars, Tiny T’s Theatre, Arena events and much more. A great afternoon out for all the family. Entry is free. Saturday 14th June from 2pm – 5pm. At Datchworth Green, Datchworth, Knebworth.
Monday 23rd June – In Conversation with Jasper Fforde
Stevenage Central Library, Southgate, Stevenage, SG1 1HD, are delighted to welcome Jasper Fforde to Hertfordshire Libraries as he prepares to publish the much-anticipated Dark Reading Matter later in 2025. It will be book 8 in the epic Thursday Next series, launched with The Eyre Affair in 2001. Monday 23rd June from 7pm – 8.30pm. To book click here
Thursday 4th September – Paul Zerdin: Jaw Drop Tour
Get ready for a night of laughter and jaw-dropping entertainment with the Paul Zerdin. As a former America’s Got Talent winner, Paul promises an evening of top-notch stand-up comedy and ventriloquism, including his famous human dummy routine with an exciting new twist. Thursday 4th September from 7.30pm, at Gordon Craig Theatre, Stevenage Arts and Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage, SG1 1LZ. To book click here
Saturday 6th September – Wicked Outdoor Cinema Sing-A-Long
A bewitching outdoor cinema experience at Knebworth House, Knebworth Park, Stevenage SG1 2AX, with a Sing-A-Long showing of Wicked. Get your friends, family and loved ones together for some pure entertainment as you watch and singalong with the movie on a huge open-air screen in the stunning grounds of Knebworth House. Plus music to enjoy before the movie with a soundtrack of specially curated songs. Saturday 6th September, gates open 6pm, film starts 7.30pm. To book click here
Sunday 2nd November – A Fairy-tale for Christmas
‘Tis the season to be jolly as the ultimate Irish Christmas concert is back. Immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas as talented singers, musicians and dancers perform dashing renditions of Yuletide favourites. At The Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage, SG1 1LZ. Sunday 2nd November from 7.30pm. To book click here
Friday 21st November – Sunday 18th January – Dick Whittington and His Cat
The Purrr-fect Pantomime adventure this Christmas. This sparkling family favourite will be packed with all the traditional pantomime ingredients with amazing special effects, stunning sets and costumes, as well as slap-stick silliness and side-splitting gags. Friday 21st November – Sunday 18th January at various times. At Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage, SG1 1LZ. To book click here
Friday 12th December – Step Into Christmas
This spectacular Christmas concert is the ultimate way to kickstart your festive celebrations, guaranteed to fill your heart with holiday cheer and have you singing along from start to finish. Packed with all your favourite Christmas classics, the show brings the spirit of the season to life with dazzling performances, stunning festive visuals, and a sensational live band. From heart-warming ballads to upbeat festive anthems, it’s the perfect playlist for your Christmas celebrations. At Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage, SG1 1LZ. Friday 12th December from 7.30pm. To book click here
