Events & Activities in Watford
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Wednesday 1st May – Memories Group
Share memories over a cuppa by coming along to this Watford Memories Group. The first Wednesday and penultimate Friday of the month, from 2pm – 4pm. At West Watford Community Association, 15 Harwoods Road, Watford WD18 7RB, near the Watford General Hospital.
Wednesday 1st May – Brush Party
Join Brush Party, the UK’s ‘Paint and Sip’ experts, at The Tudor Arms, Bushey Mill Lane, Watford, WD24 7TQ, on Wednesday 1st April from 7pm, to paint their fabulous theme ‘Puppy Love’ For further information and to book click here
Thursday 2nd May – Crafternoon Tea
Weekly social where you can connect with fellow craft enthusiasts. Feel free to bring any projects you are currently working on and join in the conversation. Thursdays from 12 noon, at Random Café, 24a Garsmouth Way, Watford, WD25 9DR.
Friday 3rd May – Watford Market Lates
There will be craft beer, a pop-up bar and delicious street food from around the globe, including Caribbean, Asian and Korean street food. Visitors will also be able to enjoy the ambience of market dining and be treated to a menu of fresh dishes plus drinks in the covered casual dining space. Friday 3rd May from 6pm – 10pm. At Watford Market, Watford House Lane, Watford, WD17 1BJ.
Saturday 4th May – 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 Woodside Leisure Centre, Horseshoe Lane, Watford, WD25 7HH. To book click here
Sunday 5th May – Health and Wellbeing Event
This is a great opportunity for you to come along to this Watford Health and Well-being Event. If you are working with ethnically diverse communities Connected Communities would love for you to get in touch. or you just want to come along to the Drop In. Sunday 5th May from 11am – 3pm. At Holywell Community Centre, Chaffinch Lane, Watford, WD18 9QD.
Monday 6th May – May Day Fair
Join St Peters Church, 202 Bushey Mill Lane, Watford, WD24 7PE, on Monday 6th May from 1.30pm – 4.30pm for their May Day Fair. There will be games, Bric a bac, cakes, refreshments and more.
Thursday 9th May – Lunchtime Concert
Simon Peachey and David Silver will be playing a selection of music for flute, accordion and clarinet, at St Mary’s Church, Church Street, Watford, WD18 0EG. On Thursday 9th May from 12.30pm. Entry is free but donations welcome.
Saturday 11th May – Watford Sketching Group
The first sketching meet up will be taking place at on Saturday 11th May from 11am. At Cedars Cafe, Cassiobury Park. They will be deciding as a group where to go to sketch.
Monday 13th May – Dementia Awareness
Join an inspiring morning dedicated to raising awareness and support for Dementia Action Week. At The Elton John Suite, Vicarage Road Stadium, WD18 0ER. Enjoy live music to uplift your spirits. Engage in seated exercises for both body and mind. With raffle prizes and refreshments will be provided for all attendees. Gain valuable information and signposting to local clubs and resources. Monday 13th May from 10am – 12.30pm. To book [email protected]
Tuesday 14th May – Craft Group
St Peters Church, Bushey Mill Lane, Watford, WD24 7PE, have a craft group that meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 10am in the hall. Do come along and join this creative community. Next 11th June.
Tuesday 14th May – Conservation Charity Dinner
Join As Wild As at West Herts College, Watford Campus, Hempstead Road, Watford, WD17 3EZ, who will be hosting their next charity dinner to help support their latest projects in Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa. An update on their work over a South African themed menu, with a small talk from As Wild As about the changing face of wildlife conservation. Book with West Herts College. Tuesday 14th May from 6.30pm – 9.30pm.
Wednesday 15th May – Photographic Walk
Take a guided walk through Cassiobury Peace Garden and the Nature Reserve led by Andrew Lalchan (local photographer); they will explore late spring. Depending on the weather, there may be dragonflies and damselflies. This walk offers opportunities to take nature photos, and Andrew will be on hand to provide any photography tips. As it is likely to be muddy after recent rains, strong footwear is needed. They will meet at the Cassiobury Park Hub near the paddling pool. Wednesday 15th May from 11am – 1pm. For further information and to book click here
Thursday 16th May – Compassionate Cafe
This warm and welcoming space is open to anyone who has experienced the pain of bereavement or any other type of loss. It provides a safe environment for individuals to come together, have a friendly chat, and connect with others who may share similar experiences. They invite you to join them on the 3rd Thursday of every month from 10am to 11.30am. At Random Café, 24a Garsmouth Way, Watford, WD25 9DR.
Tuesday 21st May – Compassionate Cafe
A space for local people who have been affected by bereavement or any kind of loss to meet others by coming together for a cuppa and a chat. Each session is run by volunteers who are on hand to welcome and speak to attendees, they are an informal structure, guided by the needs of the people attending. Every third Tuesday from 9.15am – 12.15pm. At West Watford Free Church, Tolpits Lane, Watford, WD18 6NU.
Thursday 23rd May – Help and Advice Event
Free event offering safety information, help and advice for the older person. Thursday 23rd May from 10am – 2pm. At Meriden Community Centre, Garsmouth Way, Watford, WD25 9ET. For more information or to book, please contact [email protected]
Sunday 26th May – Sports and Music Day
Come along to this fun day of events on Sunday 26th May from 11am. At Holywell Community Centre, Chaffinch Lane, Watford, WD18 9QD.
Sunday 2nd June – Pop Up Makers Market
Watford Market are offering Speciality Traders an opportunity to bring their product or services to the Parade Market, High Street, Watford. On Sunday 2nd June from 10am – 3pm.
Sunday 9th June – Green Festival
This is part of the South-West Hertfordshire Great Big Green Week event, in Watford High Street. On Sunday 9th June, you will find pop-ups from 20+ local businesses, all with an eco-friendly theme. There will also be tasty food and sensational music from local charity, Electric Umbrella. Make sure you save the date, come along and show some love to your local environment.
Sunday 9th June – Fun Day
Fun day with bouncy castle, outdoor games, refreshments, live music and much more, on Sunday 9th June from 1pm – 5pm. At Meriden Park, Garsmouth Way, Watford, WD25 9ET.
Sunday 30th June – Butterfly Conservation
A free led walk in Cassiobury Park, by a members of Butterfly Conservation Herts and Middlesex branch. On Sunday 30th June from 2pm – 4pm, Annual butterfly walk into Whippendell Woods to look for White Admiral and other species. Meet at Langley Way entrance at 2pm.
