Events & Activities in Welwyn Garden City & Hatfield
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Sunday 15th November – Junior Parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors 4-14 year olds. The event takes place at Birchwood Leisure Centre, Longmead, Birchwood, Hatfield, AL10 0AN. Every Sunday from 9am, every week they grab a post parkrun coffee at the leisure centre café. For further information click here
Sunday 15th November – Beehive Junior Parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors 4-14 year olds. Held every Sunday from 9am, at King George V Playing Fields, Beehive Lane, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 4BP. For further information click here
Sunday 15th November – Old Hatfield Farmers Market
Discover a wonderful mix of local traders, including butchers, fresh fruit and vegetables, honey, chutneys, olives, cheeses, bread, cakes, crafts and more, all in the vibrant setting of Salisbury Square, Hatfield. Sunday from 10am – 2pm. Next is Sunday 20th December.
Sunday 15th November – Christmas Craft Market
Visit this Christmas Craft Market for unique and beautiful gifts for everyone special in your life. Free entry to the market at Mill Green Museum and Watermill, Bush Hall Lane, Mill Green, Hatfield, AL9 5PD. Sunday 15th November from 11am – 3pm.
Monday 16th November – 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. Mondays from 2.15pm – 2.45pm, at Welwyn Garden City Central Library, The Campus, West AL8 6AJ.
Wednesday 18th November – Knit and Natter
Open to all, from absolute beginners to experienced knitters. Bring along all your crafts whilst enjoying a chat. At Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, Hatfield, AL10 0LD. Wednesdays from 10.30am – 12.30pm.
Wednesday 18th November – Mindful Adult Colouring Club and Board Games
Mindful Adult Colouring Club and Board Games social inclusion sessions running alongside each other. Mindful, gentler, quieter sessions for those wanting to spend some quiet sociable time in the library. Free, donations welcome. Wednesdays from 1pm – 2pm. At Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, Hatfield, AL10 0LD.
Thursday 19th November – Chatty Cafe
The ‘Chatter and Natter table’ is a wonderful way of encouraging people of all ages to talk to others. Do come along and sit for a chat. Thursdays from 11am – 1pm, at Roe Hill Hall Community Hub, Briars Lane, Hatfield, AL10 8EY
Saturday 21st November – Stanborough Parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog or run. The event takes place at Stanborough Park, Stanborough Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6DF. Every week they grab a post parkrun coffee at Splashlands Café. Saturdays from 9am. For further information click here
Saturday 21st November – Food and Craft Market
Local and national traders selling a wide range of produce, gifts, crafts and much more. Hot and cold food stalls from your favourite regular traders as well as guest food stalls. Saturday from 10am – 4pm. Every first and third Saturday of the month. At Welwyn Garden City Town Centre.
Saturday 21st November – Christmas Arts and Crafts Fair
Christmas Arts and Crafts Fair with cards and gifts, jewellery, cakes and much more. At Unit 19 Tewin Court, Welwyn Garden City AL7 1AU. Saturday 21st November from 10am – 1pm, free entry.
Saturday 21st November – North Mymms Book Swap
Come along and swap a book or a puzzle. Delicious home made cake and tea/coffee available to purchase. At North Mymms Memorial Hall, Station Road, Welham Green, Hatfield, AL9 7PG. Saturday from 10am – 12 noon.
Saturday 21st November – Christmas Lights Switch-on
Welwyn Garden City town centre Christmas lights switch on event is on Saturday 21st November from 12 noon – 6pm.
Tuesday 24th November – Warm Space
Homemade soup, tea and coffee at North Mymms Bowls Club, Bushwood Close, AL9 7YZ. Tuesday from 11.30am – 2pm. Next 8th December, 12th January and 26th January.
Tuesday 24th November – LEGO Club for Children
Fun projects to build, at this drop-in club, so no booking required. Price remains £4.40 per child, and they start at 4.15pm. At Hatfield Library,White Lion Square, Hatfield, AL10 0LD. Suitable for children aged 5-12.
Tuesday 24th November – Brush Party
Join Brush Party, the UK’s ‘Paint and Sip’ experts at Postino Lounge, 17-19 Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6AA on Tuesday 24th November from 7pm – 10pm, to create their fabulous theme Snow Globe. To book click here
Wednesday 25th November – Christmas Market
Christmas market with stalls, gifts, festive treats, music and cheer. Wednesday 25th November from 12 noon – 4pm, at The Entrance Hall, Building 4, Trident Place.
Friday 27th November – Festive Friday
Get ready to kick off the festive season with an evening full of free activities, live music, and family-friendly entertainment. Browse festive stalls, sip on seasonal food and drink, and soak up the Christmas cheer. Plus, funfair rides, Santa’s grotto (opens 3pm), Face painting, Walk-around acts, Light switch-on. Friday 27th November from 4pm – 7pm, with light switch on at 6pm. At White Lion Square.
Saturday 28th November – Indoor Makers and Curators Market
If you love unique, high quality, beautifully made crafts, homewares, baked goods, jewellery, art and loads more then this is for you. The market is spread out over both the upper and lower malls of The Howard Centre, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6HA. Fourth Saturday every month from 10am – 4pm.
Saturday 28th November – Christmas Fair
Lots of stalls, Raffle and Tombola with loads of prizes, gifts, games, refreshments, music and more, at this Christmas fair. Fun for all the family on Saturday 28th November from 11am – 3pm. At Garden City Day Centre, St Michaels House, 108 Ludwick Way, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 3QE.
Saturday 28th November – Christmas Market
Christmas market with handmade products and food, on Saturday 28th November from 12 noon – 3pm, at Roe Hill Hall, Briar Lane, Hatfield, AL10 8EY.
Sunday 29th November – Welwyn Harmony Winter Concert
Join Welwyn Harmony for an afternoon of festive favourites, joined by special guests Quorum Singers of St Albans. Expect glorious harmonies and a warm welcome as they kick off the Christmas season together. Bring family and friends for a joyful, feel-good start to the festive season ahead. Sunday 29th November from 3pm. At St. Michael and All Angels, Birchwood Avenue, Birchwood, Hatfield, AL10 0PS. To book click here
Tuesday 1st December – Welwyn Harmony
Every first Tuesday of the month Welwyn Harmony have an open rehearsal, it is just their regular rehearsal but they welcome anyone who might want be interested in joining them. Find out who they are, how they work and what they sing, maybe you will leave wanting to join. Let them know in advance at info@welwynharmony.co.uk or just pop by at 7.30pm at The Vineyard Barn, The Vineyard, Digswell Rise, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7PU.
Friday 4th December – Christmas Fair
A magical Christmas celebration filled with festive cheer, exciting activities, delicious food, Christmas shopping and plenty of fun for the whole family. Santa’s Grotto and festive surprises, Christmas market stalls and unique gifts, fun games and activities for children. Delicious food, festive treats and refreshments. Exciting raffle prizes and much more. At Countess Anne School, School Lane, Hatfield, AL10 8AX. Friday 4th December from 4.30pm – 7.30pm.
Friday 4th December – Quiz Night
A fun night of quizzing and fundraising for Rose Cat Rescue. Friday 4th December from 8pm start. At The Harrier, 91 Bishops Rise, Hatfield, AL10 8JZ.
Saturday 5th December – Christmas Fair
Christmas fair with raffle, refreshments, toys, crafts, games, choir and more. Saturday 5th December from 1pm – 4pm, at Welwyn St Mary’s Primary School, 15 London Road, Welwyn, AL6 9DJ.
Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th December – The Otherworld Art Market
The Otherworld Art Market is taking over the Howard Centre, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6HA, for a two-day Alternative Christmas Market, bringing together independent artists, makers, illustrators and designers. Expect unusual artwork, alternative gifts, gothic goodies, quirky creations and plenty of things you will not find on the high street. Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th December from 10am – 4pm.
Monday 7th December – Dementia-Friendly Carol Service
Music24 welcomes you all to this Dementia-Friendly Carol Service to celebrate Christmas together at one of their favourite events of the year. Followed by light refreshments. At St Etheldreda’s Church, Fore Street, Old Hatfield, AL9 5AN. Monday 7th December from 2pm – 3pm.
Tuesday 8th December – Quizmas
Old school pen and paper quiz. Come down and join The Grove, Hall Grove, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 4PH, with the best host around. Prizes and lots of fun. Tuesday 8th December from 7pm.
Saturday 12th December – Christmas Joyful Jiggle
Christmas themed class with some simple and fun routines to some of your favourite Christmas hits. There may even be some tinsel-ography! Christmas jumpers and silly hats optional. Have fun moving your body in a way that suits you. With simple and fun routines to some of your favourite Christmas pop hits. Inclusive and suitable for beginners. Saturday 12th December from 11am – 12 noon, at Vineyard Barn, Welwyn Garden City. AL8 7PU. To book click here
Sunday 13th December – Christmas Table Arrangement Workshop
Design a stunning festive centrepiece to add seasonal warmth and abundance to your Christmas table. Learn to style seasonal flowers and foliage with elegance and ease, adding a wow factor to your home. A warm, creative workshop to round off the year beautifully. Sunday 13th December from 10am – 12 noon, at Mill Green Museum and Watermill, Bush Hall Lane, Mill Green, Hatfield, AL9 5PD. To book click here
Tuesday 15th December – Christmas Quiz
Get your team together and join a festive evening of fun, laughter and friendly competition at The Two Willows, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6AL. All entry donations will be given to CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably), helping support a fantastic cause during the festive season. Pre-booking is recommended to guarantee your table. Tuesday 15th December from 8pm.
Wednesday 16th December – Brush Party
Join Brush Party, the UK’s ‘Paint and Sip’ experts at The Bakehouse, Bessemer Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1HH, on Wednesday 16th December from 7pm – 10pm to create their fabulous theme Starlight Sleigh. To book click here
Monday 21st December – Christmas Foodies Market
This market promises to deliver the perfect last minute gifts and the finishing touches for your festive table. At The Howard Centre, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6HA. Monday 21st December from 10am – 4pm.
Tuesday 22nd December – Brush Party
Join Brush Party for thier Gonkmas Tree Family Brush Party at The Bakehouse, Bessemer Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1HH, on Tuesday 22nd December 1.30pm – 3pm, for a fun-filled, creative afternoon. To book click here
Saturday 2nd January – 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. Then choose your own books to borrow and share at home. Sessions are free (donations welcomed), and you do not have to book in advance. Saturdays from 11.15am – 11.45am, at Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, Hatfield, AL10 0LD.
Saturday 2nd January – Young Adult Reading Group
For Ages 14 years and above. Enjoy books, meet and chat with like-minded others. Free to join. Refreshments provided. Every 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm – 3pm. At Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, Hatfield, AL10 0LD.
Sunday 3rd January – Junior Parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors 4-14 year olds. The event takes place at Birchwood Leisure Centre, Longmead, Birchwood, Hatfield, AL10 0AN. Every Sunday from 9am, every week they grab a post parkrun coffee at the leisure centre café. For further information click here
Sunday 3rd January – Beehive Junior Parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors 4-14 year olds. Held every Sunday from 9am, at King George V Playing Fields, Beehive Lane, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 4BP. For further information click here
Mondays 4th January – Craftea Mornings
Bring your own craft project and join this friendly group for a chat. Everyone welcome. No booking needed. Free, donations welcome. At Welwyn Garden City Central Library, The Campus, West AL8 6AJ. Mondays from 10am – 12 noon.
Mondays 4th January – 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. Discover lots of new stories as well as old favourites. At Welwyn Garden City Central Library, The Campus, West, AL8 6AJ. Mondays from 2.15pm – 2.45pm.
Wednesday 6th January – Knit and Natter
Open to all, from absolute beginners to experienced knitters. Bring along all your crafts whilst enjoying a chat. Wednesday 6th January from 10.30am – 12.30pm, at Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, Hatfield, AL10 0LD.
Wednesday 6th January – Mindful Adult Colouring Club and Board Games
Mindful Adult Colouring Club and Board Games social inclusion sessions running alongside each other. Mindful, gentler, quieter sessions for those wanting to spend some quiet sociable time in the library. Free, donations welcome. Wednesdays from 1pm – 2pm. At Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, Hatfield, AL10 0LD.
Thursday 7th January – Baby Rhyme Time
These fun, half hour sessions of songs and rhymes are perfect for helping your child to learn language skills and are a great opportunity for you to meet other families too. Baby Rhyme Time is free although donations are welcome. No booking required. For the comfort and safety of families they may have to limit numbers so entry to a session cannot be guaranteed. Thursdays from 10.30am – 11am, at Welwyn Garden City Central Library, The Campus, West, AL8 6AJ.
Tuesday 12th January – Warm Space
Homemade soup, tea and coffee at North Mymms Bowls Club, Bushwood Close, AL9 7YZ. Tuesday from 11.30am – 2pm. Next 26th January.
Saturday 10th April – Vegan Market
This Welwyn Garden City event takes over Stonehills Square, right in the centre of the town (between John Lewis and the Howard Centre), on just two days each year. The event brings together an incredible selection of vegan street food vendors, artisan bakers, ethical jewellers, local artists, environmental charities and more. Saturday 10th April from 10.30am – 4pm. The next is on 9th October.
Saturday 9th October – Vegan Market
This Welwyn Garden City event takes over Stonehills Square, right in the centre of the town (between John Lewis and the Howard Centre). The event brings together an incredible selection of vegan street food vendors, artisan bakers, ethical jewellers, local artists, environmental charities and more. Saturday 9th October from 10.30am – 4pm.
