Events & Activities in Watford
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Tuesday 21st April – Friday 1st May – Spitfire Girls
Funny and heart-warming, this is an untold story of hope, strength and courage. Spitfire Girls is inspired by the extraordinary true stories of the women who dared to fly during WWII and the incredible bond that tied them together. This is an untold story of strength, courage and loss. But above all else, hope. Tuesday 21st April – Friday 1st May at Watford Palace Theatre,
20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. To book click here
Wednesday 22nd April – Museum of Watford on Tour
Come to this toddlers session and explore history through movement, storytelling and museum objects. Wednesday 22nd April from 9.30am – 11am. At West Watford Community centre, 15 Harwoods Road, Watford, WD18 7RB.
Friday 24th April – Coffee Morning
Coffee morning every Friday from 10am – 12 noon at Watford Mencap, Langley Road, Watford, WD17 4PJ. Drop in for a free drink and a chat.
Friday 24th April – Vinyl Evening
Another relaxed Vinyl Evening with guest DJs DJ Gram and DJ Green, a friendly space to enjoy music and good company. At West Watford Community centre, 15 Harwoods Road, Watford, WD18 7RB. Friday 24th April from 8.30pm – 11am.
Saturday 25th April – Cassiobury Parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog or run. The event takes place at Cassiobury Park, Watford, WD18 7LB. Every week they grab a post parkrun coffee at The Tea Pavilion by Cafe in the Park, within sight of the finish line. Saturdays from 9am, for further information click here
Saturday 25th April – Barn Dance
Watford Rugby Club barn dance, Live country singer, full country theme. Dress up and come along to Watford Rugby Club, Radlett Road, Watford, WD24 4LL. Saturday 25th April from 7pm. To book click here
Sunday 26th April – Cassiobury Junior Parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors 4-14 year olds. The event takes place at Cassiobury Park, Watford, WD18 7HY. Every week they grab a post parkrun coffee at The Cafe in the Park, Cassiobury Park Avenue, Shepherds Road, Watford, WD18 7HY. Sundays from 9am, for further information click here
Sunday 26th April – Repair Cafe
Skilled volunteers can assist with small electrical, sewing and gluing repairs. Do not bin your broken appliances, bring them to the Repair Cafe and expert volunteer repairers will see if they can help you fix them. Bring the right coloured thread / patches for any sewing repairs. Tea and cake provided. Donations accepted for repairs and refreshments. Sunday 26th April from 2pm – 4.45pm, at The Scout Hut, Durban Road, Watford, WD18 0RN. Next is 31st May.
Tuesday 28th April – Sewing Club
Join Watford Central Library, Hempstead Road, Watford, WD17 3EU, in their CreatorSpace for their Sewing Club. They will be there to help with your projects. All skills welcome, a friendly environment to chat with like-minded people. Their Digital Embroidery machine and sewing machine will also be available for you to use. Just turn up, no booking needed. Tuesdays from 1pm – 3pm.
Friday 1st May – Watford Market Lates
All Market Lates are free entry and family-friendly. There will be music, craft beer, pop-up bar and delicious street food, including Caribbean, Asian and Korean. Friday 1st May from 6pm – 10pm, at Watford Market, Watford House Lane, Watford, WD17 1BJ. Next is Friday 3rd July and Friday 30th October.
Saturday 2nd – Monday 4th May – Inflatable Family Fun Days
Inflatables, Hook a Duck, Bumper Cars and trampolines, plus food and treats available. At Fullerians Rugby Club, New Field, Coningesby Drive, Watford, WD17 3BD. Saturday 2nd – Monday 4th May with two sessions from 10.30am -1.30pm and 2pm – 5pm. Ages 2–12 years, £10 per child. Strictly no adults on inflatables.
Sunday 3rd May – 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). First Sunday of each month from 2pm – 4pm. At Tina’s Cafe, Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre, Local Board Road, Lower Watford High Street, WD17 2JP.
Monday 4th May – Watford Mencap’s Fun Run
Watford Mencap annual Bank Holiday 10K and Fun Run at Cassiobury Park, Watford. A fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities. All proceeds from the event will directly support Watford Mencap’s vital programs and services dedicated to empowering people with learning disabilities in the community. The Watford Mencap 10K, 5K fun run welcomes participants of all abilities. Monday 4th May. To sign up click here
Tuesday 5th May – Watford and Bushey Art Society
Monthly meetings on the first Tuesday of the month from 7.30pm which are packed full of interest with demonstrations or talks from top professionals. This month they welcome Susan Gray, the West Country, the Chilterns and Cumbria all give inspiration to Susan Gray who loves to paint seascapes and landscapes. She makes small studies in situ, often painting at high tide in wild and windy conditions, with a view to working her studies up into large scale finished pieces on her return. At Tennet Hall, Watford Grammar School for Girls, Ladys Close, Watford, WD18 0AE. Members free entry and visitors £10 payable on the door. Members free entry and visitors £10 payable on the door.
Saturday 9th May – Repair Cafe
Watford Repair Cafe repairs broken items, provides advice and inspiration. All for a voluntary donation. Come along on Saturday from 10am – 1pm at St. Mary’s Church, Church Street, Watford, WD18 0EG. Every 2nd Saturday of the month.
Monday 11th May – Thrive Club
A community-based club designed especially for who want to stay active, connected and inspired. The Thrive Club is all about celebrating life, building friendships, and thriving together. Whether you are looking for being active, learning to exercise, making new connections, or simply a fun way to spend your time, this is the place for you. At St Mary’s Church, Church Street, Watford, WD18 0EG. Second Monday of every month from 11.30am – 12.30pm.
Tuesday 12th May – Older Persons Activity, Learning and Safety
Older persons activity, learning and safety (OPALS) events are sociable, seated events where you can get quality advice and help on a wide range of services available. As well as giving reassuring safety and wellbeing support, the event includes an opportunity to meet other residents in your area, safety related freebies and representatives from a variety of agencies giving advice on the services they offer. Tuesday 12th May from 10am – 2pm, at Stanborough Conference Centre, St Albans Road, Watford, WD25 9JL.
Tuesday 12th May – LGBTQ+ Group
Monthly get together for LGBTQ+ people of all ages, genders and sexualities. Looking for a social circle of like-minded people? Fed up with being stereotyped? They provide a fun and friendly environment for all LGBTQ+ members to come and hang out, chat and chill together with other like-minded people in the community. Second Tuesday of the month from 7pm – 9pm, at Tesco Extra – Community Space, High Street, Watford, WD17 2BD.
Tuesday 19th May – Memory Cafe and Carers Retreat
Join Home Instead Watford for a warm, welcoming space designed for people living with memory challenges and their carers. Enjoy meaningful connections, relaxing activities, and supportive conversations in a calm, friendly environment. Take time to rest, share stories, and recharge together. This event will be held ongoing on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 2pm – 4pm until at least June 2026. At Asda Community Room, Asda Watford Superstore, Odhams Industrial Estate, St Albans Road, WD24 7RT. Until June 2026
Wednesday 20th May – The Great British Film Orchestra
Experience a breath-taking celebration of John Williams, Hans Zimmer and the greatest film scores ever written, brought to life by a chamber orchestra. Step into a world where cinematic music history is brought to life. Expect soaring strings, heroic brass, electrifying percussion and moments of pure, breath-taking spectacle as Williams’ iconic themes meet Zimmer’s thunderous power in a night of symphonic glory. At Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. Wednesday 20th May from 7.30pm, to book click here
Tuesday 2nd June – Watford and Bushey Art Society
Monthly meetings on the first Tuesday of the month from 7.30pm which are packed full of interest with demonstrations or talks from top professionals. This month Phil Biggs returns with his favoured squirrel brushes to paint another atmospheric picture. You can expect a confident, relaxed style from this artist who loves painting en plein air, but who will bring that passion indoors for you. At Tennet Hall, Watford Grammar School for Girls, Ladys Close, Watford, WD18 0AE. Members free entry and visitors £10 payable on the door. Members free entry and visitors £10 payable on the door.
Wednesday 3rd June – Cybercrime and Fraud Awareness
This free drop-in event features talks from Hertfordshire Police, Hertfordshire County Council Trading Standards and Beacon Victim Care, as well as opportunities to ask questions of cyber and fraud crime prevention experts. Get advice on keeping your devices and accounts safe through passwords and 2-step verification, get better at spotting phishing and social engineering, keep up to date with the latest online, phone, email and text scams, and more. Wednesday 3rd June from 10.45am – 3.30pm, at Watford Library, Hempstead Road, Watford, WD17 3EU.
Saturday 6th June – Dog Fest
Beauty Barks dog fest is on Saturday 6th June from 11am – 5pm. With dog show, dog agility, pet stalls, raffle, food and more. At Watford Rugby Club, Radlett Road, Watford, WD24 4LL.
Saturday 20th June – Campus Open Day
There is no better way to get an insight into life at West Herts College than at this Open Day. Join West Herts College, Watford Campus, Hempstead Road, Watford, WD17 3EZ. This is your chance to tour and explore their campus and facilities, speak to their expert tutors and support staff and discover the course that matches your ambitions. On Saturday 20th June from 9.30am – 1pm. To book click here
Saturday 20th June – Watford Pride
This is the 3rd year of Watford Pride Picnic, organised by Impactful Lives to raise funds for Impactful Lives. With Charity Auction, Rainbow Tug-o-Love, Drag act and more. Saturday 20th June from 2pm – 6pm. At Watford Heath, Off Pinner Road, Watford, WD19 4EU. For further information click here
Sunday 19th July – Watford Brick Festival
The Brick Festival celebrates all things LEGO. With lots to see and do including speed building competitions, large scale displays, activities, traders selling loose bricks, new LEGO sets, retired LEGO sets, minifigures and accessories plus a dedicated building area. Sunday 19th July from 10am – 4pm. At Watford Woodside Leisure Centre, Horseshoe Lane, Watford, WD25 7HH. To book click here
Thursday 23rd July – Jobs Fair
Looking for a new role or career change? Come along to the Watford Jobs Fair and meet local employers with live vacancies across a range of sectors. Free entry, simply register for your free ticket in advance. Speak directly with recruiters and discover current opportunities. click here Thursday 23rd July from 10am – 12 noon, at Vicarage Road Stadium, Vicarage Road, Watford, WD18 0ER.
Sunday 26th July – JiveSwing Festival
JiveSwing.com and Watford Borough Council presents the 13th 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 a huge Park, Cassiobury. Normally attracting over 3000 people from around the UK dressed vintage or casual, The BIG JiveSwing 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 have also included a dedicated children’s area, with rides, making it a bigger family event. Near The Band Stand Area, Cassiobury Park, Watford, WD18 7HY. Sunday 26th July from 12 noon – 6pm. For further information click here
Monday 3rd – Sunday 9th August – Big Screen
Deckchairs will be available, but you are also welcome to bring your own chairs, pack a picnic and head to Watford town centre. Then just sit back and relax whilst watching some old favourites alongside new blockbusters. Due to limited space in the event area there will be no on-site traders but there are plenty of shops along the High Street to grab something to eat and drink. Screenings will only be cancelled if weather conditions make the event dangerous, like, extremely high winds. The Big Screen is free and no booking is required, just turn up and enjoy the outdoor cinema experience.
Monday 10th – Sunday 16th August – Big Screen: Woodside
Deckchairs will be available, but you are also welcome to bring your own chairs, pack a picnic and head to Woodside Playing Fields. Then just sit back and relax whilst watching some old favourites alongside new blockbusters. Due to limited space in the event area there will be no on-site traders but there are plenty of shops along the High Street to grab something to eat and drink. Screenings will only be cancelled if weather conditions make the event dangerous, like, extremely high winds. The Big Screen is free and no booking is required, just turn up and enjoy the outdoor cinema experience.
Saturday 15th August – Community Family Funday
Annual event that brings together families, local businesses, and organisations for a vibrant day of fun, entertainment, and community spirit. The Watford Community Family Funday offers a fantastic opportunity for businesses and organisations to engage with the local community, showcase their services, and strengthen their presence within Watford. Saturday 15th August, at King George V Playing Fields, Tolpits Lane, Watford.
Thursday 12th 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. Every step you take helps fund vital hospice care services for patients and their families in your community. At Peace Hospice, Peace Drive, Watford, WD17 3PH. Thursday 12th November. To book click here
Sunday 29th November – Sunday 3rd January – A Christmas Carol
Watford Palace Theatre proudly presents a spectacular, sparkly, laugh-out-loud panto remix of Dickens’ classic tale, with a proper Watford twist. Join Ebenezer Scrooge, the grumpiest Watfordian in town, as he learns the true meaning of the season. With his trusty (and long-suffering!) clerk Bob Scratchit. Sunday 29th November – Sunday 3rd January at various times at Watford Palace Theatre, Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ. To book click here
Tuesday 22nd December – Step Into Christmas
Step Into Christmas once again for the most magical, feel-good show of the year. This spectacular Christmas concert is the ultimate way to kickstart your festive celebrations, guaranteed to fill your heart with holiday cheer and have you singing along from start to finish. Packed with all your favourite Christmas classics, the show brings the spirit of the season to life with dazzling performances, stunning festive visuals, and a sensational live band. From heart-warming ballads to upbeat festive anthems, it’s the perfect playlist for your Christmas celebrations. Whether you are starting a new festive tradition or keeping the magic alive, Step Into Christmas is the ultimate feel-good Christmas spectacular. At Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage, SG1 1LZ. Tuesday 22nd December from 6.30pm. To book click here
