Events & Activities in Hitchin
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Friday 21st March – IT Champion
IT Champions offer one-to-one support, problem-solving, and online safety advice for users of the library computers and WiFi. Fridays from 10am – 12 noon. At Hitchin Library, Paynes Park, Hitchin, SG5 1EW.
Friday 21st March – Escape to the Sea
Join playwright and actress Jenny Ayres for a free Dementia friendly drama workshop at Hitchin Library, Paynes Park, Hitchin, SG5 1EW. For people living with dementia, their carers, and anybody wanting to discover more about this condition. Please book your free place by popping into the library, or emailing [email protected] Friday 21st March from 11am – 12 noon.
Friday 21st March – For Men To Talk
Walking and talking can do wonders for our mental and physical health. Join For men To Talk, on Friday 21st March from 6pm outside St Mary’s Church, Hitchin opposite the Memorial Fountain. Walk together and engage in meaningful conversations. Your well-being is their priority.
Saturday 22nd March – Hitchin Thrift
A Preloved clothes sale on Saturday 22nd March from 10am – 4pm at St Mary’s Church House, SG5 1HP (near Simmons). Lots of people will be selling their second-hand clothing. There will be ladies clothes, men’s and children’s as well as vintage, accessories and more. It a chance to grab yourself some bargains and do your bit for the planet. Free entry.
Saturday 22nd March – BUGS with Mole and Gecko
In this interactive workshop, children and their families will play some fun (and quite silly) games and hear some sneak previews of brand new poems, raps and songs. Saturday 22nd March from 10.30am – 11.15am. At Hitchin Library, Paynes Park, Hitchin, SG5 1EW. To book click here
Saturday 22nd March – Spring Creative Market
Shop Small Pop Up are back at Hitchin Town Hall, Brand Street, Hitchin, SG5 1HX, for another incredible market full of small independent businesses. Just in time for Mother’s Day and Easter. You will be sure to pick up some truly gorgeous gifts and treats. Spread over three floors there is something for every taste and every budget. Saturday 22nd March from 11am – 4pm.
Saturday 22nd March – Katie’s Pride Picnic
A picnic to support and celebrate the local LGBTQ+ Community, and to share the love, everyone is welcome. Bring a picnic and something to sit on. Saturday 22nd March from 12 noon, at Windmill Hill, Hitchin.
Saturday 22nd March – British Schools Museum: Ghost Hunt
Experience a night of ghost hunting at the British Schools Museum, 41-42 Queen Street, Hitchin, SG4 9TS. Participate in Séances, Vigils, Table tilting, Glass moving, Ouija boards, EVP Experiments, Automatic writing and much more. This is a serious overnight ghost hunt (paranormal investigation), and is conducted with a team of professional Mediums and paranormal investigators. Saturday 22nd March from 8pm – 2am. For further information and to book click here
Monday 24th March – Lego Club for Children
Join Hitchin Library, Paynes Park, Hitchin, SG5 1EW, every Monday (during school terms) from 4pm – 5pm for their weekly Lego Club, places are limited so please book at the Library. Suitable for children ages 5+. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tuesday 25th March – 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 pay on the day drop in. Tuesdays from 1.30pm – 2.15pm, at Oughton Children’s Family Centre Mattocke Road, Hitchin, SG5 2NZ.
Tuesday 25th March – Storytime
Join Hitchin Library, Paynes Park, Hitchin, SG5 1EW, for Storytime, every Tuesday from 2pm – 2.30pm, in the children’s area of the Library. They will share a selection of books and rhymes at each session. Until 1st July.
Thursday 27th March – 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 10.15am – 10.45am and 11.15am – 11.45am. At Hitchin Library, Paynes Park, Hitchin, SG5 1EW.
Saturday 29th March – Trial by Jury
To celebrate the 150th Anniversary of Gilbert and Sullivan’s Trial by Jury, Putteridge Bury Gilbert and Sullivan Society are holding a Bring and Sing on Saturday 29th March. Join them at 2pm at Pirton Village Hall, High Street, Pirton, Hitchin, SG5 3PS, to learn this sparkling comic piece with them (scores provided or bring your own), or come at 3.30pm for refreshments and enjoy the performance as a member of the audience. To book click here
Want to audition for a role? Please contact [email protected] for an audition form and audition pieces. Auditions are taking place on Sunday 9th March from 4pm at Harlington Methodist Church. They want the best singers so everyone is welcome to audition for any role regardless of gender.
Tuesday 1st April – Always Invited
Drop in on the first Tuesday of every month from 10.30am – 12 noon for a chat, make new friends over tea, coffee, biscuits and various activities. No need to pre-book, everyone is welcome. At Hitchin Library, Paynes Park, Hitchin, SG5 1EW.
Tuesday 1st April – Community Support
The local Police Community Support Officer will be at Hitchin Library, and Hitchin Museum Cafe at various dates. Do drop in and get advice or talk about local issues to them.
Thursday 3rd April – Sam Sweeney – Solo
A rare opportunity to spend an evening with one of the finest fiddle players of his generation for an intimate event at St. Mary’s, Churchyard, Hitchin, SG5 1DW, where Sam will showcase some of his favourite traditional tunes as well as his own work. Thursday 3rd April from 7.30pm. To book click here
Friday 4th April – For Men To Talk
Walking and talking can do wonders for our mental and physical health. Join For men To Talk, on Friday 4th April from 6pm outside St Mary’s Church, Hitchin opposite the Memorial Fountain. Walk together and engage in meaningful conversations. Your well-being is their priority.
Monday 7th April – Companion Cafe
Held the first Monday of each Month from 1pm – 3pm, at Iris Court Care Home, Hitchin Road, Gosmore, St Ippolyts, Hitchin, SG4 7QH. If your part of the Senior Community and wish to come in for a light lunch, warm space and the opportunity to make new like minded companions please do come along or with a friend. Call 01462414 700 to register your attendance so they can have an indication of guests expected to arrive.
Thursday 10th April – Community Dementia Cafe
Join Barchester – Iris Court Care Home, Hitchin Road, Gosmore, St Ippolyts, Hitchin, SG4 7QH, on the Second Thursday of each month from 10am – 12 noon, for their community Dementia Café. Join them for tea, coffee, breakfast Pastries to learn further regarding the support accessible for those living with dementia or a loved one, whilst they have guest speakers in attendance or the option to join them for an interactive quiz. Please register your interest to [email protected]
Saturday 12th April – Baby Rhyme Time
On the 2nd Saturday of the month Hitchin Library have a special Saturday Baby Rhyme Time session from 10.15am. The library opens at 10am, so why not join them in rhymes and songs delivered by their fantastic staff. No need to book in advance, all are welcome. At Hitchin Library, Paynes Park, Hitchin, SG5 1EW.
Saturday 12th April – Easter Event
Easter event with fancy dress, picture hunt, egg decorating, face painting and live music. Saturday 12th April from 12 noon – 2pm, at Hitchin Market, Biggin Lane, SG5 1DR.
Tuesday 15th April – Craftea
A monthly drop-in, open to everyone, bring your current craft project and have a chat over tea and coffee. Tuesday from 10.30am – 12 noon.
Wednesday 30th April – Classics at The Plough
Classic cars and bikes at The Plough, Plough Lane, Ley Green, Hitchin, SG4 8LA. Wednesday 30th April from 5pm – 10pm. Next May 28th, June 25th, July 30th, August 27th and September 24th.
Sunday 11th May – Mum2mum Market
Come and shop pre loved, good condition all things baby, kids and maternity with 20 stalls to browse. Refreshments and snacks available. At Woodside Hall, Walsworth Road, Hitchin, SG4 9SP. Sunday 11th May from 10.30am – 12.30pm.
Friday 6th June – For Men To Talk
Walking and talking can do wonders for our mental and physical health. Join For men To Talk, on Friday 6th June from 6pm outside St Mary’s Church, Hitchin opposite the Memorial Fountain. Walk together and engage in meaningful conversations. Your well-being is their priority.
Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd July – Groundswell Festival
The Groundswell Festival provides a forum for farmers, growers, or anyone interested in food production and the environment to learn about the theory and practical applications of regenerative farming systems. It is a two-day event featuring talks, forums and discussions from leading international soil health experts, experienced arable and livestock farmers, agricultural policy experts, direct-drill demonstrations and AgTech innovators. Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd July from 10am – 4pm. At Lannock Farm, Hitchin Road, Weston, Hitchin, SG4 7EE.
Saturday 26th July – Model Railway Society Annual Exhibition
Join Letchworth Model Railway Society for their 38th Annual Exhibition at The Priory School, Bedford Road, Hitchin, SG5 2UR. Saturday 26th July from 10am – 4.30pm. Many traders and layouts. Free on-site parking. Admission £5. Accompanied children under 16 free entry.
Friday 1st August – For Men To Talk
Walking and talking can do wonders for our mental and physical health. Join For men To Talk, on Friday 1st August from 6pm outside St Mary’s Church, Hitchin opposite the Memorial Fountain.
Friday 1st August – Dirty Dancing (12)
Open-air cinema transforms this film where the electrifying chemistry of Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey is back on the big screen. Bring your dancing shoes, cosy up on blankets, and let the nostalgia wash over you as the sultry summer night air becomes the perfect backdrop for this beloved tale of love and self-discovery. Friday 1st August from 9pm – 10.40pm, at Hitchin Lavender, Cadwell farm, Arlesey Road, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA. To book click here
Friday 8th August – IT (15)
Get ready to face your fears and step into the eerie world of Derry as Sundown Cinema presents a spine-chilling outdoor screening of IT. Open-air cinema transforms into the perfect setting for suspense and nostalgia, where childhood bonds are tested against unspeakable horrors. Huddle up under blankets, feel the crisp night air heighten every shadow, and let the eerie atmosphere pull you into this gripping tale of friendship, fear, and resilience. Friday 8th August from 9pm – 11.15pm, at Hitchin Lavender, Cadwell farm, Arlesey Road, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA. To book click here
Friday 22nd August – Gladiator II (15)
Open-air cinema becomes the setting sound of the the clash of swords, the roar of the Colosseum, and Hans Zimmer’s powerful score will transport you to ancient Rome. Wrap yourself in blankets, feel the warm evening air, and witness a tale of courage and redemption unfold on the big screen. Friday 22nd August from 8.30pm – 11pm, at Hitchin Lavender, Cadwell farm, Arlesey Road, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA. To book click here
Saturday 27th September – Vegan Market
The Hitchin Vegan Market event takes over the Riverside, adjacent to the regular market, on just two Saturdays throughout the year. The event brings together a huge variety of vegan street food vendors, artisan bakers, craft brewers, ethical jewellers, sustainable chandlers, local artists, zero-waste champions, environmental charities and loads more. Saturday 27th September from 10.30am – 4pm.
