Events & Activities in Watford
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Saturday 10th May – Coffee and Care Morning
A relaxed coffee and care drop in morning at Concept Care Community Services, High Street, Watford, WD17 2BS. Whether you are looking for care options, advice, or just a friendly chat, they would love to see you there. Bring a friend, have a coffee, and talk about how they can support you. For more information, contact us at 0208 050 5986. Saturdays from 10am – 12.30pm until at least end of May.
Sunday 18th May – Mum2mum Market
Come and shop pre loved, good condition all things baby, kids and maternity with 20 stalls to browse. Refreshments and snacks available. At Future Academies Watford, Horseshoe Lane, Watford, WD25 7HW. Sunday 18th May from 10.30am – 12.30pm.
Tuesday 20th May – Home Instead Community Event
This Home Instead Watford Community Event is on Tuesday 20th May from 11am – 3pm, and is for their one year office opening celebration. This community-focused event is designed to provide seniors and their caregivers with vital resources for independent living. At Unit 11, Asda Watford Supercentre, Odhams Industrial Estate, St Albans Road, Watford, WD24 7RT.
Wednesday 21st May – An Evening with John Barnes
Join an Unforgettable evening with John Barnes, football Legend John Barnes will be live from Vicarage Road and is looking forward to meeting fans and talking about his footballing memories. Wednesday 21st May from 7pm – 11.30pm, at Watford Football Club, The View Suite, Vicarage Road, Watford, WD18 0ER. For further information and to book click here
Thursday 22nd May – An Evening with Bryan Robson
Join an unforgettable evening with Bryan Robson, one of Manchester United’s most iconic players. Known as the “leader, captain, and legend,” Robson’s impact on the club and its fans is legendary, and this is your chance to hear his story up close. All attendees will experience a live, in-depth interview where Bryan will share untold stories and insights from his illustrious career. Thursday 22nd May from 7pm – 10.30pm, at Watford Football Club, The View Suite, Vicarage Road, Watford, WD18 0ER. For further information and to book click here
Friday 23rd May – St Mary’s Open Space Improvements
Come and explore the improvements, at St Mary’s Church, Church Street, Watford, WD18 0EG, including accessible pathways, beautiful wildflower areas, welcoming entrances, raised planters, and wildlife‑friendly features such as birdhouses and bee hotels. Join them on Friday 23rd May from 12.30pm, for a celebration with refreshments, fun activities, and the chance to meet some furry friends while learning more about nature.
Friday 23rd May – Memories Group
Come along for an afternoon of warm conversation, tea, coffee, biscuits, and shared memories. Meeting on the penultimate Friday of each month from 2pm – 4pm, led by a dedicated volunteer. Cost: £2.50 per session. At West Watford Community Centre, 15 Harwoods Road, Watford, WD18 7RB.
Tuesday 27th – Saturday 31st May – Shredathon Week
A Shredathon is when people and businesses bring in paperwork to be shredded for a donation to the chosen charity W3RT Community Fund. Shredathon week runs from Tuesday 27th – Saturday 31st May from 10am – 12.30pm. At Holywell Community Centre, Chaffinch Lane, Watford, WD18 9QD.
Thursday 29th May – Dawn Chorus
Join Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust for guided walk to listen to the glory of the dawn chorus at Cassiobury Park. Booking is required for this event. Walking boots are recommended but most paths are flat and surfaced. Do not forget to bring your binoculars if you have them. Adults and older children welcome. This event is weather dependent and may need to be cancelled at short notice. To book click here
Sunday 1st June – The Dial Up
Join the Dial Up for a fantastic afternoon of performance and open mic. If you are looking for a friendly and welcoming space to share your music, poetry, prose, drama, comedy, magic or dance, or just want a couple of hours of entertainment, then The Dial Up is the place for you. All Welcome. Free entry (suggested donation of £5). Sunday 1st June from 2pm – 4pm. At Johnny’s Bar, Queen’s Road, Watford, WD17 2NX,
Saturday 7th June – Volunteers’ Fair
This Volunteers’ Fair is taking place on Saturday 7th June from 9am – 3pm, at atria Watford in the Atrium space (formerly Charter Place). To register click here
Saturday 7th June – Dog Fest
Dog show, pet stalls, bouncy castle, raffle and more on Saturday 7th June from 11am – 5pm. At Watford Rugby Club, Radlett Road, Watford, WD24 4LL.
Saturday 7th June – Lego Club for Children
LEGO fun for children 5+ (under 8s must be accompanied by a parent or carer). Every first Saturday of the month from 11am – 12 noon. At North Watford Library, St Albans Road, Watford, WD24 7RW.
Saturday 7th June – Carnival of the Animals
Relaxed family concert from the Watford Philharmonic Orchestra. They will be performing Sainr-Saens’ Carnival of the Animals, introducing you to some of the instruments in the orchestra and asking you to get up and sing and dance with them. Bring your animal toys to share the adventure. Saturday 7th June from 2.30pm – 3.30pm. At St Luke’s Church, Langley Way, Watford, WD17 3EG. To book click here
Saturday 7th June – Swing Out
Come and learn some fun and fancy swing out variations to spice up your social dancing for both leaders and followers. This workshop will be focused at Intermediate level dancers and above, where you will be working on some cool, fancy, as well as historic, variations that you can add to your Swing Outs instantly. Saturday 7th June from 5pm – 7pm. At Beechen Grove Baptist Church, Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JJ. For further information and to book click here
Saturday 14th June – The Great Big Green Day
At this event they will be stalls sharing tips, tricks and products all aimed towards Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Repurpose. The Great Big Green Day is on the Saturday 14th June from 11am – 3pm. At Random Café, 24a Garsmouth Way, Watford, WD25 9DR.
Sunday 15th June – Sunday 21st September – Big Bandstand
Every weekend from June – September from 3pm – 5pm, Cassiobury Park plays host to a jam-packed programme of free live shows.
Saturday 21st June – Watford Campus: Open Day
There is no better way to get an insight into life at West Herts College than at their Spring Open Day. Join them at West Herts College, Watford campus, Hempstead Road, Watford, WD17 3EZ, on Saturday 21st June from 9.30am – 1pm. This is your chance to tour and explore the campus and facilities, speak to the expert tutors and support staff and discover the course that matches your ambitions. To book click here
Saturday 21st June – Watford Pride Picnic
Watford Pride Picnic, is hosted by Impactful Lives an LGBTQ+ charity, on Saturday 21st June from 12 noon. The event is in its second year and expects to attract 150 people during the day and 80+ for the after-party. It is a free event to attend, just bring a picnic and they will provide the entertainment. Music on the lawn, poetry reading, drinks from the pub nearby, just follow the Yellow Brick road to the Load of Hay or Royal Oak. At Watford Heath, off Pinner Road, Watford, WD19 4EU. To register click here
Tuesday 1st – Thursday 31st July – Watford Fringe
An extraordinary month long festival of great theatre, music, comedy, dance, magic and family fun filled shows. At various locations across Watford. Tuesday 1st – Thursday 31st July. More details to follow.
Friday 4th July – An Evening With Ryan Giggs
An unforgettable night with football royalty, Ryan Giggs. Hear the legendary Manchester United winger share raw, candid stories from his incredible career at the club and beyond, covering both the professional highs and personal reflections that shaped him. Saturday 4th July 2025 at Watford Woodside Leisure Centre, Horseshoe Lane, Watford, WD25 7HH. Friday 4th July from 5.30pm. For further information and to book click here
Sunday 6th July – The Dial Up
Join the Dial Up for a fantastic afternoon of performance and open mic. If you are looking for a friendly and welcoming space to share your music, poetry, prose, drama, comedy, magic or dance, or just want a couple of hours of entertainment, then The Dial Up is the place for you. This July the theme is Disney, but as ever feel free to interpret or ignore it as you choose. All Welcome. Free entry (suggested donation of £5). Sunday 6th July from 2pm – 4pm. At Johnny’s Bar, Queen’s Road, Watford, WD17 2NX,
Saturday 12th July – Taste of the Caribbean Festival
Food and drink festival dedicated to Caribbean food. Street food, live music, food demonstrations and funfair rides. Saturday 12th July at Cassiobury Park. For further information and to book click here This will be an unforgettable outdoor experience where you can purchase delicious cuisines from different islands of the Caribbean. Bring your blankets and foldable chairs, spend the day with us, dance to reggae, the music of Motown, R&B classics, 80s, 90s and drink lots of rum punch.
Saturday 19th July – Country and Western Day
This event by Country and Western Events and Canvas Watford will have a mixture of live performances from Zak and his band and all the country classics. Saturday 19th July from 2pm – 7pm, at Canvas Bar and Nightclub, 83 The Parade, High Street, Watford, WD17 1LN. To book click here
Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th July – British Firefighter Challenge
The British Firefighter Challenge is a competition organised by Firefighters, for Firefighters. This annual sporting event which pushes firefighters to their limits, provides a day of entertainment for spectators, and raises important funds for charities that support emergency services. Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th July in Watford High Street.
As well as the firefighter challenges there is lots for spectators to do on the weekend of the event too. From the live music keeping competitors and crowd alike uplifted, to the fire engines on display. They also have community safety activities and even a Junior Firefighter Challenge for the kids to try.
Sunday 27th July – Cassiobury Farm and Fishery: Open Day
Cassiobury Farm and Fishery open day will take place on Sunday 27th July. At Rousebarn Lane, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, WD3 3GG. To book click here
Sunday 27th July – JiveSwing Festival
JiveSwing.com and Watford Borough Council presents the 12th JiveSwing Festival, one of the biggest free JiveSwing, Jazz music and dance Festivals ever, to be held in the UK for both dancers and musicians to jam together in Cassiobury Park. The festival will have a much bigger stage and larger area to allow picnics and dancing this year, featuring a major line up, with some of the latest and biggest international names for Swing Dance and Jazz bands, DJ’s etc from around the UK, plus swing dance classes and dance shows for all the family.
This year they hace also included a dedicated children’s area, with rides, making it a bigger family event. Nr The Band Stand Area, Cassiobury Park, Watford, WD18 7HY (Enter via Shepherds Road entrance, near the Cha Cha Cafe). Sunday 27th July from 12 noon – 6pm.
Friday 15th – Sunday 31st August – Big Beach
The beach is completely free, and is the perfect chance for people of all ages to lap up the summer sun, with deck chairs and tables provided to help you relax. There are a variety of beach toys and buckets and spades which you will be able to get from the beach hut. The hut is open 10am to 4pm each day. At Watford Town Centre. Friday 15th – Sunday 31st August.
Saturday 16th August – Community Family Funday
Bringing the Family, businesses and community together for an exciting special action, fun packed day. With entertainers, stallholders, organisations and charities. Free entry and car park. Saturday 16th August from 11am, at King George V Playing Fields Playground, Watford, WD18 9QD.
Saturday 30th August – Herts Pride
Herts Pride is a vibrant and inclusive celebration that unites people to make a meaningful impact in their community. Everyone is welcome to attend this inclusive event supporting the local LGBTQ+ community, which includes stalls, funfair, a diverse line up of live entertainment and the Herts Pride Dog Show. For further information click here
Saturday 4th October – Return of The Legends
Performing Latin, ballroom, tango, rumba and so much more, Brendan, James, Pasha, Vincent and Ian, are all re-uniting again in the Return of The Legends. Saturday 4th October from 7pm. At Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. To book click here
Friday 10th – Sunday 12th October – Oktoberfest
Come and join Oktoberfest from Friday 10th – Sunday 12th October as they transform Cassiobury Park, Central Avenue, Watford, WD18 7LG, into a Bavarian wonderland. Enjoy Live Oompah bands, German Bier, Oktoberfest Games, Axe throwing, fancy dress, gourmet food XL Steins and much more. Friday: 5.30pm – 10.30 Saturday Day: 11am – 4pm Saturday evening: 5pm – 10.30pm Sunday: 11am 5.30pm To book click here
Thursday 16th October – Lost In Music: One Night At The Disco
Embark on an electrifying journey through the sensational 70s. Our world class band and dazzling vocals are set to transport you straight to the heart of disco fever. Get ready to re-live timeless hits from icons like Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Earth, Wind and Fire, Sister Sledge and Chic. Thursday 16th October from 7pm, at Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN. To book click here
Saturday 18th October – Level 42
Level 42 will bring their ‘World Machine’ 40th Anniversary Tour to Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17 3JN, on Saturday 18th October. Doors open from 7pm. To book click here
Saturday 1st November – Cassiobury Fireworks
Join Cassiobury Park on Saturday 1st November for this free fireworks display organised by Watford Borough Council. Vibe 107.6FM will be keeping the crowds entertained on stage from 6pm with live music. The spectacular fireworks display will start at 7.30pm. There will be a variety of food and drink outlets, kiddies funfair rides, bungee trampolines and a bouncy slide to keep everyone well fed and entertained before the main display. Watford Lions Club and other collectors will be shaking their buckets raising money for charity so do please give generously.
Monday 3rd November – Russell Watson: The Evolution Tour
Russell Watson brings The Evolution Tour, celebrating 25 years of his debut album ‘The Voice’ to Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17, on Monday 3rd November. To book click here
Saturday 8th November – Watford Brick Festival
The Brick Festival celebrates all things LEGO. With amazing creations to see, activities and competitions to take part in and traders selling rare, retired and new sets, loose bricks and minifigures, it is a fun day out for fans of all ages. At Woodside Leisure Centre, Horseshoe Lane, Watford, WD25 7HH. Saturday 8th November from 10am – 4pm. For further information and to book click here
Tuesday 11th November – Adam Ant
The iconic Adam Ant will grace the stage at Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17, on Tuesday 11th November from 7.30pm. Performing his classic chart-topping hits and personal favourites. To book click here
Thursday 13th November – Fire Walk
Get ready to experience the thrill of a lifetime as you conquer a path of blazing embers, all while raising funds for Rennie Grove Peace. Firewalking is walking on hot coals. When the fire has burned to red-hot embers it is raked level and prepared for the walk. Expert trainers will guide you through every step of the process, teaching you how to focus your mind, harness your energy, and walk safely across the flames.
You will be amazed at what you can achieve, and how empowered and inspired you will feel afterwards. By joining the Firewalk, they ask you to commit to raising £162 per person, which could pay for a healthcare assistant for a day, in their Inpatient Unit or in a patient’s home, helping them with personal care. Thursday 13th November at Peace Hospice, Peace Drive, Watford, WD17 3PH. To book click here
Tuesday 18th November – Sounds Of The 60s
An evening of 60s classics performed by the Sounds Of The 60s All Star Band and Singers, hosted by Radio 2’s legendary DJ, Tony Blackburn OBE. Tuesday 18th November from 7.30pm. At Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17. To book click here
Monday 1st – Wednesday 31st December – Jack and the Beanstalk
Full of songs you know and love, a growbag packed with plant-based humour and the best cow this side of the gap, it is panto time again at Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Monday 1st – Wednesday 31st December at various times. To book click here
Saturday 6th December – Swing Into Christmas
Celebrate the festive season in style with the sensational Down for the Count Swing Orchestra, as they head to the Watford Colosseum with their much-loved annual show, Swing Into Christmas. Down for the Count’s 30-piece big band with strings is one of the largest swing bands currently touring the UK. Saturday 6th December from 7.30pm. To book click here
Monday 22nd December – Step Into Christmas
This Christmas feel-good show brings all the magic of the season to life, with all your favourite songs you will know and love. Step Into Christmas for the most magical show of the year. Monday 22nd December door open from 6.30pm. At Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD17. To book click here
