Events & Activities in Welwyn Garden City & Hatfield
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Saturday 2nd December – 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.
Saturday 2nd December – Saturday Storytime
These fun, half hour sessions of songs, rhymes, drawing and colouring in are perfect for helping your child to learn language skills and are an opportunity for you to meet other families too. For children 2 – 5 years. Every Saturday from 11.15am – 11.45am. At Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, 26-32 Town Centre, Hatfield, AL10 0LD.
Saturday 2nd December – Reading Friends
Reading Friends is a place to talk about books, share stories and make new friends. Meeting on the first Saturday of each month from 2pm – 3pm. Sessions are free to join and open to everyone. No booking needed. At Welwyn Community Library, Civic Centre, Prospect Place, Welwyn, AL6 9ER.
Saturday 2nd December – Christmas Fayre
Brookmans Park Christmas Fayre will have Christmas gifts, books, skincare and jewellery and more. Saturday 2nd December from 2pm – 5pm. At Brookmans Park Primary School, Bradmore Way, Brookmans Park, Hatfield, AL9 7QY.
Sunday 3rd December – The Peculiar Market
The Peculiar Market with over 20 traders and vendors specialising in gothic, alternative and steampunk art, decor, jewellery, clothing and more. Sunday 3rd December from 11.30am – 4pm. At Woodhall Community Centre, Mill Green Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 3XD.
Monday 4th December – Craftea Morning
Join this craft group every Monday morning from 10am – 12 noon, a chance to meet other crafters and chat over a cup of tea or coffee. Everyone is welcome, just bring along your current craft project and join in. This is a great informal group where you can relax, enjoy good conversation and pick up a few hints and tips. At Welwyn Garden City Central Library, Campus West, AL8 6AJ.
Monday 4th December – 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. Every Monday from 10.30am – 11am. At Woodhall Library (Welwyn Garden City), Cole Green Lane, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 3JA.
Wednesday 6th December – Movement For Memory
Local Movement for Memory sessions, Wednesdays from 10.30am – 12 noon, at Hazel Grove Community Centre, Hazel Grove, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 2DG. Book your space by emailing [email protected] or call 07394934911. £2 per person and included tea and coffee.
Wednesday 6th December – Knit and Natter
Have a natter while you knit, crochet or work on your own art and craft projects, free weekly drop in. At Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, 26-32 Town Centre, Hatfield, AL10 0LD. Wednesdays from 10.30am – 12.30pm.
Wednesday 6th December – Wednesday 3rd January – Robin Hood Pantomime
The highly-acclaimed Campus West Panto is coming to a forest near you. Approximate running time: 2hrs 30 mins including a twenty minute interval. Join heroic archer, Maid Marion, and their merry band of outlaws in Sherwood Forest as they fight back against the dastardly, money grabbing Sheriff of Nottingham. Song, dance, archery and adventure are sure to delight the entire family. At Campus West, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6BX. To book click link
Thursday 7th December – Forever Cycling Hatfield
Enjoy relaxed, indoor cycling sessions. Pedal away at your own pace while experiencing some of the most iconic places in the world projected onto a screen. Thursday 7th December from 10.30am – 11.30am. For more information, email [email protected] or call Diane on 01707 270 068 At The Hive Jim McDonald Centre, McDonald Court, High View, Hatfield, AL10 8HR.
Friday 8th December – Meet and Compete: Board Games
Board Games Group every Friday from 2pm -5pm. No experience required, come and learn a new game. All ages welcome, free admission but donations welcome. At Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, 26-32 Town Centre, Hatfield, AL10 0LD.
Friday 8th December – Celestial Voices
Celestial Voices: A Magical Christmas Concert with Welwyn Garden City Male Voice Choir. Join Welwyn Garden City Male Voice Choir for a magical evening of festive melodies at the Celestial Voices: A Magical Christmas Concert! Immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere as we celebrate the joy of Christmas through beautiful carols and festive favourites including Carol of the Bells, Winter Wonderland, Gaudete and many many more.
At St John the Evangelist Church, Lemsford Village, AL8 7TT. On Friday 8th December from 7pm – 9.30pm. For further information and to book click here
Saturday 9th December – A Very Merry Christmas
Discover a winter wonderland filled with the magic of the holiday season as you explore the market’s charming booths. With a dazzling array of arts, crafts, seasonal treats, and locally sourced goods, this market promises to be a one-stop-shop for all your holiday shopping needs. From handcrafted ornaments to unique artisanal gifts, you will find the perfect treasures to make your holiday unforgettable. This enchanting holiday event will take place on Saturday 9th December from 10am – 3pm at The Commons, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 4AA.
Sunday 10th December – Lights of Love
Open to all, this family-friendly service is a chance to come together with others in the community as you remember the lives of those who are no longer with us, and celebrate the wonderful times you shared with them. This event is free to enter and no booking is required.
Attendees to this event are encouraged to arrive at 4pm, allowing ample time to partake in family-friendly activities and savour a cup of hot chocolate or mince pie. The event, commencing at 5pm, boasts a programme comprising music, readings, and reflective moments, culminating in a breath-taking display of silent fireworks over the lake. The primary and largest Lights of Love service is set to take place at Mill Green Golf Club, Gypsy Lane, Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 4TY, on Sunday 10th December from 4pm – 7pm.
On now until – Friday 15th December – Rotary Satellite Club of Welwyn Garden City
The Rotary Santa Sleigh is back, from Friday 1st December – Friday 15th December. For routes, dates and further information click link
Sunday 17th December – TrackPlay
A fun and entertaining time for kids who love trains. With over 500 feet of Track and over 100 Thomas and his friends trains to choose from. Kids will be raving about the experience for a long time . Book a time slot to suit and then on the day sit back and enjoy a hot drink whilst the kids all have fun with trains. At Woodhall Community Centre, Mill Lane, AL7 3XD To book click here
Wednesday 3rd January – Knit and Natter
Have a natter while you knit, crochet or work on your own art and craft projects. No booking needed. Free weekly drop in sessions in CreatorSpace. Every Wednesday from 10.30am – 12.30pm. At Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, 26-32 Town Centre, Hatfield, AL10 0LD.
Friday 5th 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 an opportunity for you to meet other families too. Every Friday from 10.30am – 11am and 11.30am – 12 noon, at Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, 26-32 Town Centre, Hatfield, AL10 0LD.
Saturday 6th January – Colouring Club for Adults
Come and join this free colouring club for adults. Materials supplied or bring your own. There is no booking needed, just drop in. Refreshments available. Every Saturday from 10.30am – 12 noon, at Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, 26-32 Town Centre, Hatfield, AL10 0LD.
Saturday 6th January – Saturday Storytime
These fun, half hour sessions of songs, rhymes, drawing and colouring in are perfect for helping your child to learn language skills and are an opportunity for you to meet other families too. For children 2 – 5 years. Every Saturday from 11.15am – 11.45am. At Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, 26-32 Town Centre, Hatfield, AL10 0LD.
Saturday 6th January – IT Champions
IT Champions offer one-to-one support, problem-solving, and online safety advice for users of the library computers and WiFi. Every Saturday from 2pm – 3pm. At Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, 26-32 Town Centre, Hatfield, AL10 0LD.
Monday 8th 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 an opportunity for you to meet other families too. Every Monday from 10.30am – 11am. At Woodhall Library (Welwyn Garden City), Cole Green Lane, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 3JA
Saturday 27th April – Vegan Market
As usual, the Hatfield Vegan Market event will bring together a variety of vegan street food vendors, artisan bakers, craft brewers, ethical jewellers, small-batch soapers, local artists, zero-waste champions, plus loads more. Saturday 27th April from 10.30am – 4pm. At Hatfield House, AL9 5HX.
