Events & Activities in Letchworth Garden City
This page gives information on events and activities in Letchworth Garden City. 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.
Saturday 22nd February – ParkPlay
ParkPlay is a two-hour long play session of fun and games for everyone every Saturday morning from 10am. At Radburn Way, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 2SB. Activities are relaxed enough to attract the shy and less confident, but structured enough to reassure.
Saturday 22nd February – FBG Con
FBG Con is a convention held every year in February in North Hertfordshire. The convention aims to provide a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for everyone to play games, meet new people and have a good time. A café will be available where you can purchase drinks and snacks. Saturday 22nd February from 10am – 10pm. At The Icknield Centre, Icknield Way, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 1EF. To register click here
Saturday 22nd February – Virtual Reality
Join Letchworth Library, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PF, to explore the sights and sounds of a brand new world, using our virtual reality headsets. A free drop in event, so no booking required. It promises to be a fun filled event for the whole family. As always, donations to support the library service are gratefully received. Saturday 22nd February from 10am.
Monday 24th February – 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. For the comfort and safety of families they may have to limit numbers so entry to a session cannot be guaranteed. Every Monday from 10.15am – 11.15am. At Letchworth Library, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PF. Until 30th December.
Monday 24th February – 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. Mondays from 1.30pm – 2.15pm, at Chestnut Tree Family Centre, on Garden city Academy Site, Radburn Way, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 2JZ.
Tuesday 25th February – Young Adults Craft Group
Monthly craft Group for young adults from 14-24, each month, they will choose a new theme. It is a great way to get creative and meet new people. Free to join, just book your place in the library, or call 0300 123 404. At Letchworth Library, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PF. Tuesday 28th January from 5.30pm – 7pm. Until at least end of June.
Wednesday 26th February – Create and Chat for Adults
Letchworth Library, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PF, run a Create and Chat for adults crafting group every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 10.30am – 12 noon. It is a free drop-in group. Bring along your own crafting projects and share ideas with like-minded people. They can also help to get you started with knitting, crochet and sewing.
Friday 28th February – Warm Space
Looking for a cozy spot to relax and connect with others? Join Letchworth Library, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PF, and enjoy a hot drink, chat, play games, or work on a puzzle. Their warm space is open to everyone, offering a welcoming environment to unwind and socialize. Fridays from 10am – 12 noon.
Friday 28th February – Coffee and Chat
Bring your own memories, stories and photographs to share with the group of growing up in the Garden City. Perhaps you have photographs of your house, your favourite places or where you or a family member worked. Coffee and chat morning, Fridays from 10am at Letchworth Museum, at One Garden City, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3BF (by Morrisons and free to attend).
Friday 28th February – Storytime
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer. Join in with a mix of picture book stories and rhymes. Fridays from 10.30am – 11am. At Letchworth Library, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PF.
Saturday 1st March – Saturday Stories
Join Letchworth Library, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City SG6 3PF,on the first Saturday of every month for Saturday Stories. A half an hour session, perfect for helping to develop a child’s language skills and meet other families. Free drop in session but donations are welcome. Most suitable for under 8’s. Saturday from 10.30am – 11am.
Monday 3rd March – LEGO Club
Suitable for children aged 5 to 12 years old. Places are limited so please book at the library. Every first Monday of the month from 4pm – 5pm. At Letchworth Library, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PF
Wednesday 5th March – Pic N Mix
Join Letchworth Library, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PF, for refreshments and a chat on the first Wednesday of each month from 10.30am – 12 noon, and make some new friends.
Friday 7th March – Community Dementia Cafe
White House Care Home, Gillison Close, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 1QL, welcome members of the local community to their monthly Dementia Café. Taking place on the first Friday of every month from 10.30am – 12 noon, their relaxed café offers a safe and supportive setting to socialise with people in similar situations, with our kind and dedicated team on hand. No booking is required. Until 4th April
Saturday 8th March – Family Arts
Get creative at this workshops in the Family Arts Studio at the Broadway Gallery, The Arcade, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3EW. Recommend for 3-10 year olds and they kindly ask for parents and guardians to supervise their children at all times. For more information on the individual sessions please call the gallery on 01462 476110. Saturday 8th March at 10.30am – 11.30am and 1.30pm – 2.30pm. To book click here
Saturday 15th March – Letchworth Food, Drink and Craft Festival
The Letchworth Food, Drink and Craft Festival is on every third Saturday from 10am – 4pm. At Leys Square, Letchworth.
Wednesday 19th March – Community Forum
Share your ideas and views with local councillors at this Letchworth Community forum. Wednesday 19th March from 7.30pm start. At Letchworth Library, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PF.
Saturday 29th March – Craft and Gift Fair
Local crafter’s, handmade creations, charity tombola, cakes, refreshments and much more. Fundraising for Luna Animal Rescue. Saturday 29th March from 12 noon – 4pm. At St Thomas Church, 103 Bedford Road, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 4DU.
Friday 6th and Saturday 7th June – Try Festival
A family friendly festival at Letchworth Garden City Rugby Club, Baldock Road, Letchworth Garden City SG6 2EN. 80s, 90s, 00s and Beyond Theme. Live acts, DJs and bands, open air stages, big top tent and dance arenas. Fully licensed bars and award winning food outlets. Kids Family zone with bouncy castles and other entertainment (will be charged separately by vendor, not including in ticket price). Fair ground rides (will be charged separately by vendor, not including in ticket price). Friday 6th from 6pm – 11pm and Saturday 7th June from 12 noon – 11pm. For further information and to book click here
Saturday 28th June – Armed Forces Day
Show Your Support on Saturday 28th June at Armed Forces Day Letchworth held at Broadway Gardens in the Letchworth Town Centre, part of the Letchworth Festival. There will be live action and demonstrations, music and performances, stalls and games, inflatables and food and drink for everyone to enjoy. Saturday 28th June from 10am.
