Events & Activities in Welwyn Garden City
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Friday 7th November – Jazz at the Barn
Felix Fardell and his jazz quartet will be at the Barn Theatre, Barn Close, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6ST. Friday 7th November from 8pm. To book click here
Monday 10th November – 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 10th November – Music24’s Singing Café
Music24’s Singing Cafés meet twice a month and are open to anyone who is looking for a way get out the house and have more social connections, especially older individuals or those who may be struggling to recover from a health problem and who may be at greater of risk of becoming isolated. Trained facilitators are also able to support individuals with dementia, Parkinson’s Disease, or who have had a stroke. Come along to The Club at Mill Green, Gypsy Lane, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 4TY. Second and fourth Monday from 2pm – 3.30pm (not Bank Holidays). For further information click here
Tuesday 11th November – Quiz Night
Paper and Pen Quiz at the Two Willows, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6AL. Tuesdays from 8pm. Until the end of the year.
Wednesday 12th November – Water Voles and Invasive Non-native Species Conference
The annual Water Vole and Invasive Non-native Species (INNS) conference, at Welwyn Civic Centre, Prospect Place, Welwyn, AL6 9ER. Catch-up on what’s happened in the past year, hear engaging guest speakers, enjoy hot and cold drinks and snacks. To book click here
Wednesday 12th November – Brush Party
Join Brush Party, the UK’s ‘Paint and Sip’ experts at The Bakehouse, Bessemer Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1HH on Wednesday 12th November from 7pm – 10pm, to create their fabulous theme Autumn Cat. To book click here
Thursday 13th November – Baby Rhyme Time
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 though donations are welcomed. No booking required. Every Thursday from 10.30am – 11am and 2.30pm – 3pm. At Welwyn Garden City Central Library, Campus West AL8 6AJ.
Thursday 13th November – Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
Olivier Award winner, Guy Masterson, former Artistic Director of Campus West (The Hawthorne Theatre) and veteran of many smash hit solo works, returns to Welwyn with his powerful, visceral and enchanting take on Dickens’ classic. Known for bringing multiple characters to vivid life, Masterson brings us Scrooge, Marley, the Fezziwigs, the Cratchits, Tiny Tim, in a riveting, performance that will dazzle, enchant, and linger long in the memory. Guaranteed to get you into the Christmas Spirit, in many more ways than one. Thursday 13th November from 7pm. At Campus West, The Campus, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6BX. To book click here
Saturday 15th November – Christmas Art and Craft Fair
Christmas Arts and Crafts Fair on Saturday 15th November from 10am – 1pm. With stalls of wonderful local artisans and their highly giftable, hand crafted products, and a prize raffle. At Recover, Unit 19, Tewin Ct, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1AU.
Saturday 15th November – Toddler Cafe
WGC Baby Playgroup are hosting an event on Saturday 15th November from 10am – 12 noon at the Quaker meeting house, Handside Lane, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6SP. Free drop in and a great way to meet other parents.
Saturday 15th 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.
Thursday 20th 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 Thursday 20th November from 7pm – 10pm, to create their fabulous theme Christmas Sparkle. To book click here
Saturday 29th November – Christmas Bazaar
Santa Claus is coming to Tewin Memorial Hall, Lower Green Road, Tewin, Welwyn, AL6 0JX. Saturday 29th November from 1pm – 4pm. Hot food, stalls, raffle and plenty of things for the children to do. Come and join the fun.
Saturday 29th November – Murder Mystery Evening
After the success of the last Murder Mystery in September, the actors of Organise Events Ltd will be joining The Waggoners, Brickwall Close, Ayot Green, Welwyn Garden City, AL6 9AA, once again for a night to remember. Dress to Impress: 1940s style, think detectives, dames, and dashing suspects. Vintage elegance encouraged. Enjoy a decadent 4-course game meat menu, each dish paired with carefully selected wines. All served alongside a live murder mystery performance that will keep you guessing till the very end. Saturday 29th November from 7pm. To book call 01707 324 241.
Sunday 30th November – Welwyn Harmony Christmas Concert
Get Christmas started with Welwyn Harmony with special guests the Welwyn Thalians and Wicket Pitches Quartet. The Welwyn Thalians will be showcasing some tunes from their upcoming Christmas play. Wicked Pitches offer a selection of close harmony songs from Barbershop classics to Seasonal. Sunday 30th November from 3pm – 6.30pm, at Church of St John the Evangelist, Monks Rise, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7NX. To book click here
Tuesday 2nd December – Christmas Open Evening
Come and sing some carols in 4-part a cappella, Tuesday 2nd December from 7.30pm, at The Vineyard Barn, The Vineyard, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7PU.Refreshments of hot drinks and mince pies available. To book this Welwyn Harmony Singing Workshop click here
Wednesday 3rd December – Lights of Love
The service will include music from local choirs, readings, and the lighting of the tree, which will last approximately one hour. You will be offered a warming drink and a mince pie, and you will be given a tea-light candle to light as you join together for a minute’s silence. Wednesday 3rd December from 6.30pm – 8pm, at The View, Panshanger Golf Course Clubhouse, Old Herns Lane, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 2ED.
Wednesday 3rd 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 3rd December from 7pm – 10pm, to create their fabulous theme Nutcracker. To book click here
Saturday 6th December – Reading Friends
A social group where you can talk about books, share stories and make new friends. Free to join, no booking needed. Donations welcome. Running on the first Saturday of every month, 2pm – 3pm. At Welwyn Garden City Central Library, Campus West, AL8 6AJ.
Saturday 13th December – Christmas Market
Christmas market with lots of gifts and a post shopping mulled wine, on Saturday 13th December from 11am – 6pm. At The Doctors Tonic, Church Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6PR.
Saturday 13th December – Christmas Market
Step into Christmas at this annual Christmas Market, where twinkling lights, seasonal aromas, and holiday cheer fill the air. Wander through charming stalls offering unique gifts, handcrafted treasures, and delicious festive treats, from warm mulled wine and spiced hot chocolate to festive nibbles and sweet treats. Whether you are shopping for thoughtful presents, savouring seasonal flavours, or simply soaking up the cosy atmosphere, this Christmas Market is the perfect way to celebrate the joy of the holidays. Saturday 13th December from 1pm – 7pm, at The Crooked Chimney, Cromer Hyde Lane, Lemsford, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7XE.
Tuesday 16th December – Brush Party
Join Brush Party, the UK’s ‘Paint and Sip’ experts at Postino Lounge, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6AA, on Tuesday 16th December from 7pm – 10pm to create their fabulous theme Winter Waddle. To book click here
Tuesday 16th December – Christmas Quiz
Join Two Willows, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6AL, for their Christmas Quiz. Pre book only with £2 per person. Tuesday 16th December from 8pm – 9.30pm.
Saturday 3rd 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 10am – 12 noon, at Welwyn Garden City Central Library, Campus West, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6AJ.
Wednesday 21st January – An Evening With Arsenal Legends
With over 500 appearances in the red and white between them, these four icons, Paul Merson, Perry Groves, Charlie Nicholas, and Alan Smith, will take the stage for a night of unforgettable football stories and behind-the-scenes revelations. Expect dressing room pranks, training ground bust-ups, legendary matches, and everything you have ever wanted to know about playing for a top club. From Sky Sports’ Paul Merson to radio pundit Perry Groves, plus the brilliance of Charlie Nicholas and goal-scoring machine Alan Smith, this is a must-see event for every Arsenal fan. Wednesday 21st January from 7.30pm, at Campus West, The Campus, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6BX. To book click here
Wednesday 18th February – Cartoon Circus Live
All the fun of the circus comes to Campus West, The Campus, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6BX, on Wednesday 18th February at 1.30pm and 3.30pm, when the laughter-packed stage show Cartoon Circus Live combines the comedy of pantomime with the thrill of the circus. The one hour half term holiday family show features some of Britain’s funniest clowns, traditional slapstick comedy, illusions, the amazing girl in the spinning bottle, magic, a huge giant dancing bear, cartoon characters, an acrobatic human slinky, puppets, prizes and surprises. To book click here
Sunday 12th April – Car Boot Sale
Welwyn Garden City car boot sale every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday until the last Sunday in October. At Stanborough Fields (formerly Birchwood sale) on A6129, road between Birchwood and Stanborough, nearest post code, AL8 6DF then follow the signs. Until last Sunday in October.
Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May – World Food Festival
A mouth-watering weekend of global flavours, live entertainment, and family fun at the World Food Festival. Get ready to feast on incredible street food from some of the UK’s top traders, from sizzling Asian stir-fries to gourmet burgers, Caribbean spice to Mediterranean delights, sweet treats and more. Enjoy performances from fantastic local musicians, dancers and community acts bringing the party atmosphere all weekend long. There’s something for the whole family, with kids activities, face painting, games and more. Free to attend. Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May at Welwyn Garden City Town Centre.
