Events & Activities in Letchworth Garden City
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Saturday 8th November – Christmas Fayre
Christmas fayre at Letchworth Salvation Army Corps, Norton Way North, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 1BH. With gifts, toys, refreshments and more. Saturday 8th November from 10am – 12.30pm.
Saturday 8th November – ABBA Sensation
ABBA Tribute Band Sensation are performing at Broadway Theatre, Eastcheap, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3DD. Experience a spectacular stage show that brings the magic of ABBA to life with dazzling costume changes, stunning lighting effects, and a faithful recreation of their iconic sound. Saturday 8th November from 7.30pm. To book click here
Sunday 9th November – Remembrance Day Parade
Letchworth’s Remembrance Day parade will be taking place on Sunday 9th November. The parade starts at Broadway Gardens, Letchworth, along Broadway to the War Memorial on Station Place. It will leave at 10.30am and the service at the War Memorial will run from 10.45am – 11.20am with the 2-minute silence at 11am.
Wednesday 12th November – The Festival of The Day of the Dead
Come and celebrate the festival of The Day of the Dead in a mask-making workshop for Adults, run by Being Mortal. Through gentle conversation and craft, explore how planning and talking about the natural life processes of death and grief can help reduce fear, support wellbeing and give us agency over our own stories. Wednesday 12th November from 10.30am – 12 noon. At Letchworth Library, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PF.
Friday 14th November – 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).
Saturday 15th November – 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.
Saturday 15th November – Community Surgery
Join North Herts Council on Saturday 15th November from 10.30am – 12 noon, for the Letchworth Community Surgery. It is a fantastic opportunity to discuss any matters of interest or concern with your Councillors. At Garden Square Shopping Centre, Letchworth.
Wednesday 19th November – 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.
Saturday 22nd November – Christmas Craft and Gift Fair
This will be a wonderful Christmas craft and gift fair Local and handmade products, food and much more. At Jackmans Community Centre, Ivel Ct, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 2NL. Saturday 22nd November from 12 noon – 4pm.
Saturday 22nd November – Christmas Light Switch-On
The Letchworth Christmas Light switch on, with funfair, live music, food and drink, light parade and much more. Saturday 22nd November from 12 noon – 7pm. The parade will gather at 4pm and Lights on at 5pm.
Sunday 23rd November – Charity Quiz Night
Charity quiz night in aid of Garden House Hospice, at The Arena Tavern, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3BY. Sunday 23rd November from 6.30pm start. Teams of 2-6.
Tuesday 25th November – Young Adult Craft Group
Young Adult Craft Group, meeting on the last Tuesday of every month from 5.30 – 7pm. Sessions will include exciting crafts like painting, clay work, drawing, jewellery making and much more. Open to young adults 14-25yrs. Come along, get creative, and meet others who love making things. To book call 0300 123 4049 or email Libraries.Information@hertfordshire.gov.uk At Letchworth Library, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PF.
Saturday 29th November – Christmas Craft and Gift Fair
This will be a fantastic time to get your Christmas presents with lots of lovely handmade, unique items made by lots of local traders. Saturday 29th November from 12 noon – 4pm. At Wilbury Hall, Bedford Road, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 4DU.
Saturday 29th November – Telescope Workshop
Buying a telescope? Have one but not sure how to use it? Come along and get help to choose the right telescope and learn how to get the best out of it. The event by Letchworth and District Astronomical Society, is free of charge, though they would welcome donations to the society. Saturday 29th November from 2.30pm – 4.30pm, at Mrs Elizabeth Howard Memorial Hall, Norton Way South, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 1NX.
Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November – Christmas Market
Standalone Farm Christmas Market, running over two festive weekends. Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November from 10am – 4pm. This much-loved event attracts families and visitors looking for unique, handcrafted gifts, festive treats, and a joyful seasonal experience. With live choir performances, children’s entertainment, and a variety of food vendors. At Standalone Farm, Wilbury Road, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 4JN. Next is Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December.
Wednesday 3rd December – Meet Up and Chat
Come along to this friendly group meeting and share what is difficult or what is going well. Have a coffee and chat to other parents/carers. Angels can support you with education, understanding the conditions, emotional Impact on families, emotional regulation, understanding Sensory Needs, toileting, sleep, eating, anxiety and more. At Broadway Gallery, The Arcade, Letchworth, SG6 3ES. Wednesday 3rd December from 10am – 12 noon. To access their workshops and support groups you will need to become a member which is free of charge and easy to do through their quick online form click here
Wednesday 3rd December – A Christmas Carol: A One-Man Performance
Step into the magic of Christmas as Mat Jones brings Charles Dickens’ beloved seasonal classic to life in a breath-taking one-man performance. With nothing but his voice and physicality to weave the story, Mat seamlessly transforms into every character, from the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge to the haunting Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future.
Through vivid narration, electrifying energy, and heartfelt emotion, Mat transports you to the snowy streets of Victorian London, where Scrooge embarks on his unforgettable journey of redemption. Witness the chilling whispers of Marley’s ghost, the warmth of the Cratchit family, and the joy of Scrooge’s final transformation, all in a performance that will leave you captivated by the spirit of the Christmas season. Wednesday 3rd December from 7pm, at David’s Bookshop Cafe, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3DE. To book click here
Friday 5th December – Quiz Night
A nostalgic night of quizzing fun to celebrate 100 years of Hertfordshire Libraries. Travel through the decades with themed rounds covering the past century. At Letchworth Library, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PF. Please note: The meeting room is on the first floor and does not have disabled access. Friday 5th December from 7pm – 9pm. You can book at the library or click here
Friday 5th and Saturday 6th December – The Spirit of Christmas
Letchworth City Chorus presents the Sprit of Christmas, at Letchworth Free Church, Norton Way South, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 1NX. Friday 5th December from 7.30pm and Saturday 6th December from 2.30pm.
Saturday 6th December – Christmas Market
Christmas market on Saturday 6th December from 10am – 5pm, at The Arcade and Leys Square, Letchworth.
Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December – Christmas Market
Standalone Farm Christmas Market, Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December from 10am – 4pm. This much-loved event attracts families and visitors looking for unique, handcrafted gifts, festive treats, and a joyful seasonal experience. With live choir performances, children’s entertainment, and a variety of food vendors. At Standalone Farm, Wilbury Road, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 4JN.
Tuesday 9th December – Carol Service and Christmas Dinner
Join The Cloisters, Barrington Road, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3TH, for a Festive Carol Service and Christmas Dinner. They welcome all families, friends and neighbours for “A Taste of Christmas”. To book your place call 07847 364 071 or 07803171 062.
Saturday 13th December – Christmas Market
Join Pioneer Nursery, Baldock Lane, Willian, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 2AE, on Saturday 13th December from 11am – 6pm, for a day full of festive fun. With Santa’s Grotto, Games, Carol Singing, Market Stalls, Christmas Shop, Real Christmas Trees, Food and Drink and more.
Saturday 13th December – Christmas Party
Children’s Christmas party with music, dancing and games followed by a visit from Santa and a small gift. Saturday 13th December from 2pm – 5pm. At Jackmans Community Centre, Ivel Ct, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 2NL.
Sunday 14th December – Christmas Fayre
Christmas Fayre on Sunday 14th December from 11am – 3pm, there will be craft stalls, Christmas activities, light refreshments and meet Santa. At The Cloisters, Barrington Road, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3TH.
Saturday 21st December – Farmers on Christmas
The Farmers on Christmas Lights Tour is back for its fifth year. For one night only, the tractor rally will see over 100 festive farm vehicles hit the roads of Baldock, bringing the magic a few days before Christmas. It is the biggest free, family-friendly event of its kind in Hertfordshire and is certain to put a smile on the faces of all who stop to watch. This wonderful event is organised by local farmers in aid of Garden House Hospice Care, with every penny raised in donations directly supporting their cause. The Letchworth convoy arrives at 6.45pm via Pixmore Way, into Norton Way South, up Gernon Road and back down Eastcheap and Broadway Gardens, before moving on to Hitchin.
