Events & Activities in Hemel Hempstead
This page gives information on events & activities in Hemel Hempstead and the surrounding area, including Berkhamsted and Tring. If you would like to advertise on this website and the Facebook page, please do get in touch.
Saturday 2nd December – Christmas Gift Fair
The Leverstock Green Cricket Club, Bedmond Road, Leverstock Green, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 8LJ, Christmas fair is on Saturday 2nd December from 11am – 4pm.
Saturday 2nd December – Christmas Market
On Saturday 2nd December The Three Blackbirds Boxmoor are hosting their Christmas Festival, the wonderful combination of their annual light switch-on alongside a fabulous Christmas market. Saturday 2nd December from 3pm – 6pm.
Saturday 2nd December – Festive Market and Christmas Lights Switch On
Join The Three Blackbirds Boxmoor and BOHO once again for Boxmoor’s annual tradition of the Christmas tee light switch on. Saturday 2nd December, at 4pm, the Ice Breaker Truck will be back, this year spreading Christmas cheer with mulled wine by the gallons.
Sunday 3rd December – Hemel Old Town Market
This vibrant and popular market is held on the first Sunday of every month. The market stalls will be located in St Marys Square, Under the Arches next to The Old Town Hall, in St Mary’s Church Hall and on the grassy area surrounding St Marys Church. Sunday 3rd December from 11am – 3pm.
Dacorum Borough Council restrict the traffic on market day so the High Street is closed to traffic between 10am – 4pm. If you are a blue badge holder, please show this to the gate operatives and they will allow you access. Pedestrian access to the market is unrestricted. There are plenty of car parks within a 2 minute walk of the market grounds. The public toilets in the High Street and in St Mary’s Church Hall will be open on the day.
Tuesday 5th December – Tweenie Tuesdays
Join this free weekly Tweenie Tuesdays sessions at The Marlowes in Centre Court, Hemel Hempstead. They have got lots of activities for your little ones to enjoy from 10am – 2pm, perfect for when you stop by for your shopping or lunch out at their stores and cafes. Tuesdays until 19th December.
Tuesday 5th December – Women’s Walking football
Your chance to stay active, meet new people and have fun. All abilities including beginner levels are welcome. Fun, social sessions lead by friendly female coaches. Grovehill and Woodhall Farm Adventure Playground, Redbourn Road, Hemel Hempstead HP2 7BA. Tuesdays from 12 noon. To book click link
Wednesday 6th 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 Wednesday at 9.30am – 10am and 11.15am – 11.45am. At Hemel Hempstead Library, The Forum, Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1DN.
Wednesday 6th December – Alzheimer’s Society Coffee Morning
Join Alzheimer’s Society for a monthly coffee mornings on the first Wednesday of each month from 10am – 12 noon. Come and chat to the team at The Marlowes Shopping Centre, Hemel Hempstead (located opposite The Entertainer), for a catch-up, or talk about any queries or concerns.
Wednesday 6th December – Gentle Zumba
Lots of fun for any age and abilities at these Zumba classes, every Wednesday from 1.30pm. At The Active Dacorum Hub, Sports Pavilion, Redbourn Road, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 7BA. To book click here or via Everyone Active App selecting Dacorum Community Outreach as your club, or simply call 01442 507 100.
Thursday 7th December – Dacorum Families SEND Information Fayre
This fayre will include local provider information stands, activities for children and refreshments. The SEND Information Fayre is open to Dacorum SEND Families. At Bennetts End Community Centre, Gatecroft, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 9LZ, on Thursday 7th December from 10am – 12 noon. To reserve your spot click link
Thursday 7th December – Slipper Swap
Trade in your worn-out slippers for free at this event. Old slippers often cause trips and falls, which could lead to an unnecessary stay in hospital and loss of independence. Older residents can swap their old slippers for a brand-new free pair of anti-slip ones, and find out more about keeping themselves safe and well at the same time. At Hemel Hempstead Library, The Forum, HP1 1DN. Thursday 7th December from 10am – 1pm.
Thursday 7th December – Craftea
Every first Thursday of the month join Hemel Hempstead library from 10am – 12 noon or 5pm – 6.45pm for this craftea event. At Hemel Hempstead Library, The Forum, Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1DN.
Thursday 7th December – Pen and Paper Quiz
Easy to play and lots of fun at this pen and paper quiz. First and third Thursday of each month from 7pm, at Boxmoor Social Club, 81 Horsecroft Road, Boxmoor, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1PY.
Saturday 9th December – Gadebridge Parkrun
The event takes place at Gadebridge Park, Leighton Buzzard Road, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 3AQ. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event, every Saturday from 9am. For further information click here
Saturday 9th December – Second Hand Clothing Sale and Swap Shop
To get involved, come along to Hemel Hempstead Sports Centre, Park Road, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1JS, with up to 10 items of pre-loved clothing and leave with as many as you bought. OR come along empty handed and buy pre-loved clothes. Saturday 9th December.
Saturday 9th December – Artisan Market
Local Artisan Christmas Market, Saturday 9th December from 10am – 4pm. Perfect for getting your stocking fillers and Christmas gifts. Come and browse a range of independent sellers. Outside at Riverside Shopping Centre, Riverside, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1BT.
Saturday 9th December – Winter Wonderland
Join Boxmoor Primary School, Cowper Road, Hemel Hempstead, to celebrate Christmas with lots of fun. On Saturday 9th December from 12.30pm – 3pm.
Saturday 9th December – Christmas Fair and Market
Christmas fair and market on Saturday 9th December from 1pm – 5pm, at Woodhall Farm Community Centre, Datchet Close, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 7JX.
Monday 11th December – Stitch Social
A new and exciting art social is coming to Hemel Hempstead. Stitch Social is an informal friendly group which meets every 2nd Monday of the month from 5pm at the café in Dunelm, 1 London Road, Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 9SR. No experience or expertise required.
Each month they will try out a new skill, learn some new stitches and get creative. They will try out things like visible patching, slow stitch, rag rug, cross stitch, embroidery, weaving and more. They will be mainly using recycled and repurposed fabric and thread sourced from local recycling centres like WRAP and WorkAid in line with my passion for reducing waste. Drinks and snacks will be available from the café at Dunelm. To book click link
Wednesday 13th December – Toy Library
Choose from a range of books, toys, puzzles and games, all suitable for under 5’s. Borrow for two weeks and then exchange for new ones. At Belmont Road Baptist Church, Belmont Road, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 9NU. Wednesday from 10am – 11.30am.
Wednesday 13th December – Sling and Reusable Nappy Support
Stork and Bees Baby Sling Library run monthly sling and reusable nappy library sessions at Croxley Green Library, Barton Way, Croxley Green, WD3 3HB. These sessions involve one to one session with a Carrying Consultant giving tips and advise on suggested slings which can be tried on the day. The next is Wednesday 13th December from 11.30am – 1pm. At Hemel Hempstead Summit Chiropractic, Old Town Court, 70 Queensway, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 5HD. To book click link
Friday 15th December – Silent Night
Join Hemel Hempstead Library, The Forum, HP1 1DN, on Friday 15th December from 7pm – 8.30pm, for an evening of quiet, where you can come to read, study or do a quiet craft activity. Hot drinks will be available.
Saturday 16th December – Becoming Dad
Becoming Dad is a new inclusive workshop for new and expectant fathers to help them to connect with and understand their babies’ needs. Supported by trained facilitators from the Family Support Service. This is a hands-on session where your baby aged 0–1 year can come too. At Windmill Family Centre, c/o Broadfield Academy, Broadfield Road, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 4DW. Saturday 16th December from 9.30am – 12.30pm.To reserve your spot click link
Saturday 16th December – Art and Makers Fair
A great selection of local artists, makers and other creatives. There will also be musical entertainment, arts and crafts to try and lots more. At Sunnyside Hemel, 7 Two Waters Road, Apsley. Saturday 16th December from 10am – 3pm.
Sunday 17th December – Christmas Raffle and Sing-a-long
Christmas Raffle and Christmas singing and sing-a-long, Prizes include 2 x £200, gift vouchers, hampers, kitchen and tech gadgets and other amazing prizes, total value up to £2,500. At Boxmoor Social Club, Hemel Hempstead. Sunday 17th December from 6pm.
Monday 18th December – Craft Social
On the third Monday of each month this regular craft and chat group is from 5.30pm – 7.15pm. Become part of this friendly community to support one another in our exploration of art and crafts. Each month they will try out a new craft together while you share a cup of tea and some great company. All materials are provided This group really is more about community, spending time together and making time for creativity in our busy lives. To book click link
Tuesday 19th December – Christmas Quiz Night
Tuesday 19th December from 8pm, will be this years Christmas speedquiz night at the Gade and Goose, Galley Hill, Gadebridge, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 3LB. Bonus points will be awarded to anyone wearing something festive.
Thursday 21st – Friday 22nd December – Activity Camp
The Apex activity camps at Longdean Sports Centre in Hemel Hempstead are fun-filled and action-packed. Children will be enjoying a variety of sports games, team building challenges, inflatables, battlezone and much more! The camp is for 5-12 year old’s and core activities run from 8am – 5pm. Sports games, dance and festive arts and crafts. At Longdean Sports Centre, Hill Common, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 8JH. To book click here
On now until – Sunday 24th December
Santa’s Woodland Grotto is on in The Marlowes Shopping Centre, Centre Court, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1DX, giving local families the chance to embrace the Christmas magic with a cosy walk-through experience. A visit will include photo opportunities, crafts and a one-to-one visit with Santa himself where he will gift little ones with a festive treat. Every weekend from 11am – 4pm and then from Monday 18th – Saturday 23rd December 11am – 4pm, and Sunday 24th December from 10am – 3pm.
Tuesday 2nd – Wednesday 3rd January – Activity Camp
The Apex activity camps at Longdean Sports Centre in Hemel Hempstead are fun-filled and action-packed. Children will be enjoying a variety of sports games, team building challenges, inflatables, battlezone and much more! The camp is for 5-12 year old’s and core activities run from 8am – 5pm. Sports games, dance and festive arts and crafts. At Longdean Sports Centre, Hill Common, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 8JH. To book click here
Wednesday 3rd January – Alzheimer’s Society Coffee Morning
Join Alzheimer’s Society for a monthly coffee mornings on the first Wednesday of each month from 10am – 12 noon. Come and chat to the team at The Marlowes Shopping Centre, Hemel Hempstead (located opposite The Entertainer), for a catch-up, or talk about any queries or concerns. Until at least 4th June.
Thursday 4th January – IT Champion
IT Champions offer one-to-one support, problem-solving, and online safety advice for users of the library computers and WiFi. Every Thursday from 11am – 1pm. At Hemel Hempstead Library, The Forum, Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1DN.
Thursday 4th January – Pen and Paper Quiz
Easy to play and lots of fun at this pen and paper quiz. First and third Thursday of each month from 7pm, at Boxmoor Social Club, 81 Horsecroft Road, Boxmoor, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1PY. Until at least 21st March
Friday 5th January – Hemel Coffee Morning
Join this coffee morning on the first Friday of every month from 11am – 1pm Sometimes they host a quiz, sometimes a coffee morning, always guaranteed to leave feeling happy and full from tea and biscuits or coffee. For more information please contact Malcolm on 07942735952. At Chaulden Community Centre, Long Chaulden, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 2HX.
Saturday 6th January – Saturday Stories
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer. Join in with a mix of picture book stories and rhymes. Every Saturday from 11.15am – 11.45am. At Hemel Hempstead Library, The Forum, Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1DN.
Sunday 18th February – Vegan Market
As usual, the 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. Sunday 18th February from 10.30am – 4pm, at Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead.
