Events & Activities in St. Albans
This page gives information on events and activities in St. Albans and the surrounding area, including London Colney and Harpenden. If you would like to advertise on this website and the Facebook page, please do get in touch.
Saturday 27th July – St Albans Parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event, every Saturday from 9am. The event takes place at Verulamium Park, St. Albans. For further information click here
Saturday 27th July – Fire Station Open Day
Sandy Art is delighted to be invited back to St Albans Fire Station, 153 London Road, St Albans, AL1 1TQ, for their annual Open Day on Saturday 27th July from 11 – 3pm. There will be various attractions and stalls at the family-friendly and community day such as a bouncy castle and Sandy Art. This free event will offer an insight into the life of a firefighter as well as a chance to look around the London Road station in support of the Fire Fighter’s charity.
Sunday 28th July – Farmers’ Market
Harpenden Farmers’ Market takes place on the 4th Sunday of the month from 10am – 2pm and is run and organised by Harpenden Town Council. The Farmers’ Market accommodates approximately 70 stalls and each market finds a huge selection of produce available.
Monday 29th July – Memory Cafe
The Harpenden Memory Lane Café is open every Monday from 2pm – 3.30pm (with the exception of Bank Holidays) at The Salvation Army on Leyton Green in Harpenden. Please note that if you would like to come along to the cafe you do not have to take part in the activities, you are welcome to join us for just refreshments and conversation if you prefer.
Tuesday 30th July – Community Cafe
Come along for tea, cake, conversation and more every Tuesday from 10am – 12 noon, at Cottonmill Community Centre, off Old Oak, Cottonmill Lane, St Albans, AL1 2EF.
Tuesday 30th July – Compassionate Cafe
Compassionate Cafés are drop-in sessions in a local venue or with a local partner. They provide a space for members of our community who have been affected by any type of loss and would like to come along for a friendly chat and a chance to meet others over a cup of tea. Last Tuesday of each month from 10.30am – 12.30pm, at Cottonmill Community Café, Cottonmill Community & Cycling Centre, Cottonmill Lane, St. Albans, AL1 2EF.
Tuesday 30th July – IT Champion Available for Digital Help
IT Champions offer one-to-one support, problem-solving, and online safety advice for users of the library computers and WiFi. Every Tuesday from 10.30am – 12.30pm. At St Albans Library, Level 2, The Maltings, St Albans, AL1 3JQ.
Tuesday 30th July – Craftea
The next craftea event will be taking place on Tuesday 30th July from 3pm – 4.30pm. If you are interested in booking, just pop in and speak to the enquiries desk. At Harpenden Library, 27 High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2RU.
Wednesday 31st July – Chatter and Natter
Chatter and Natter tables are where customers can sit if they are happy to talk to other customers, often a volunteer normally hosts. At The Queen of Herts, 71 High Street, Redbourn, St Albans, AL3 7LW, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11am – 1pm. Pop along between these times to attend a chatty table session.
Wednesday 31st July – Board Games for Adults
Board Games Group every Wednesday from 1pm – 3pm. Friendly drop-in session, no experience required, come and learn a new game, at Hatfield Library, White Lion Square, 26-32 Town Centre, Hatfield, AL10 0LD.
Thursday 1st August – Baby Group
Meet other families with young babies in a supportive, stimulating and friendly environment. During the free 90 minute session there will be time for babies to play, discover more about their development and support your wellbeing as a new parent. At Marlborough Road, Methodist Church, St Albans, AL1 3XG. Weekly on Thursdays from 10am – 11.30am. Until at least 29th August.
Thursday 1st August – Baby Rhyme Time
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 Thursday from 10.30am, at Marshalswick Library, The Baton, The Ridgeway, St Albans, AL4 9TU.
Friday 2nd August – Family Fun
Fun drop in sessions with a wide range of activities for you and your children to play together, meet other local families and the Family Centre team. As well as lots for Under 5’s to enjoy, there will be activities for siblings up to the age of 8. Fridays weekly until 30th August from 10am – 11.30am. At Sopwell Family Centre, St Albans, AL1 2LE.
Friday 2nd August – Knit and Natter
A chance for people to chat and knit, stitch, sew or craft, over a tea or coffee. At St Albans Library, Level 2, The Maltings, St Albans, AL1 3JQ. Every Friday from 2pm – 3.30pm.
Tuesday 6th August – Compassionate Cafe
Compassionate Cafés are a place where people who have experienced a loss, such as a bereavement, can pop in for a cuppa, a cake, and a friendly person to talk to. It provides a safe environment for individuals to come together, have a friendly chat, and connect with others who may share similar experiences. First and third Tuesday each month from 2pm – 3.30pm, at Well Bean Café, Harpenden Trust Halls (above the Co-op), 130 Southdown Road, Harpenden, AL5 1PU.
Wednesday 7th August – SEND Family Fun
For families with children with Special Educational Needs up to the age of 8 years, siblings welcome. Free drop in, Wednesday 7th August from 9.30am – 11am, at Sopwell Family Centre, St Albans, AL1 2LE. Next 14th and 21st August.
Wednesday 7th August – Teddy Bears Picnic
Harpenden’s Teddy Bears’ Picnic, organised to coincide with National Play Day, is an exciting event for children and their bears. The day is always lively and fun-filled with a variety of free, engaging entertainment and activities. At Rothamsted Park, Leyton Road, Harpenden, AL5 2JB. Wednesday 7th August from 11am – 2pm.
Wednesday 7th August – Brush Party
Join Brush Party, the UK’s ‘Paint and Sip’ experts, on Wednesday 7th August from 7pm – 10pm, to paint their theme Blossom Bay. You do not need to bring anything apart from yourself, they provide everything, a quality canvas, all the paint you need, brushes and aprons. At The Harpenden Arms, 188 High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2TR. To book click here
Friday 9th August – Compassionate Cafe
Compassionate Cafés are a place where people who have experienced a loss, such as a bereavement, can pop in for a cuppa, a cake, and a friendly person to talk to. It provides a safe environment for individuals to come together, have a friendly chat, and connect with others who may share similar experiences. Second Friday of each month from 2.30pm – 4pm, at Jersey Farm Café, Jersey Farm Community Centre, 3 St. Brelades Pl, St Albans, AL4 9RG.
Friday 9th August – Marvellous Makers
If you like to create your own comics, then join Harpenden Library, High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2RU, for their Comic Makers Workshop on Friday 9th August from 3pm – 4.30pm. Spaces are free, but donations are welcomed. Book at the library.
Friday 9th August – Who Wants To Be an Olympian?
Qualify, win team medals and be in your very own Olympic ceremony with Pākiki Theatre’s ‘Who Wants To Be An Olympian?’, the show that celebrates Olympics and Paralympics past, present and future. Ideal for ages 6-12 and their families. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult throughout this event. Friday 9th August from 3pm – 4pm, at St Albans Library, Level 2, The Maltings, St Albans, AL1 3JQ. To book click here
Monday 12th August – LEGO Club
Join Harpenden Library, 27 High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2RU. On the second Monday of every month from 3.45pm – 4.45pm.
Tuesday 13th August – How to Improve Your Own Health and Wellbeing
Do you want to take more responsibility for your own health and wellbeing? Want to discover the latest trends, insights and new ideas from knowledgeable experts and practitioners? Get involved and come along to these events with Harpenden Complementary Health. They bring together public and practitioners in complementary health and personal development, in inspiring, informative yet fun monthly events. Every second Tuesday from 9.30am until at least June 2025. At The Plough and Harrow, 88 Southdown Road, Harpenden, AL5 1PR. Refreshments included. Only £5 on the door.
Tuesday 13th August – Family Festival Day
Family Festival Day with bouncy castle, animal encounter area, food creating area, soft play area and more. Tuesday 13th August from 11.30am – 3.30pm, at Charles Morris Hall and field, St Albans, AL4 ORN.
Thursday 15th August – Bat Night
The event includes a bat talk followed by a walk with a bat detector shared between each family. It is suitable for young and old alike, but please wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear. The evening starts with an informative talk from one of their Trustees. This will last for approximately twenty minutes and will cover bat history, folklore, types of bat to be found in the UK and further afield and how they live their lives. You will learn how to use your bat detector in order to identify the bats you find during the walk. Some bats fly high in the sky while others fly low over water, some prefer grassland while others stick close to hedges and trees. Thursday 15th August from 8.15pm – 9.30pm. At Highfield Park Trust, Hill End Lane, St Albans, AL4 0RA. To book click here
Thursday 22nd August – Big Library Jigsaw
Join this Big Library Jigsaw, at Harpenden Library, 27 High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2RU, on Thursday 22nd August from 2.30pm – 3.30pm. Help create a library masterpiece by painting one of their marvellous jigsaw pieces. Suitable for children 6+, To book guaranteed spot, head to the enquiry desk, or you can just drop in on the day.
Saturday 24th August – Community Car Boot Sale
Community Car Boot Sale on Saturday 24th August from 9am. At St John’s Church, Church End, Markyate, St Albans, AL3 8PY.
Tuesday 27th August – Paint Party
Get ready to unleash your creativity with “Heather & Coo” at The Beech House, 81 St Peter’s Street, St Albans, AL1 3EG. No prior experience necessary, beginners welcome. Sip on your favorite drink as you bring a vibrant highland cow to life on canvas. They supply everything from canvas to paint and even an apron, but it’s advisable to wear older clothes just in case. Tuesday 27th August from 7pm – 9.30pm. To book click here
Saturday 31st August – Redbourn Classics Motor Show
A great day for the whole family, with 300+ classic vehicles, live music by The Barn-ettes and Missing the Ferry, delicious street food, a licensed bar, village stalls, children’s funfair and a miniature steam railway. There is no need to pre-book, but they welcome donations for their local charities at the gates on the day. The 7th Redbourn Classics is on Saturday 31st August from 12 noon – 5pm on Redbourn Common, near St Albans AL3 7BU.
Sunday 18th August – Aviation Collectors Show
Collectors show all things aviation. All admission proceeds go towards maintaining the collection. Show will have various traders. They will be open to the public on Sunday 18th August from 10am – 4pm, admire the collection and buy a piece of history. At De Havilland Aircraft Museum, Salisbury Hall, London Colney, Shenley, St Albans, AL2 1BU.
Saturday 24th August – Music in Lydekker Park
Harpenden Town Council is proud to host this wonderful free event, a fantastic afternoon of live music. Bring your picnic and deck chairs or make the most of the delicious food and drink stalls. Saturday 24th August from 12 noon – 4pm. At Lydekker Park, Harpenden.
Sunday 14th September – Harpenden Sustainability Market
The Harpenden Sustainability Markets features local eco and food stalls to help you live a more sustainable life. The markets can be found on Harpenden Common, on the tree-lined, shady side of the common in front of Park Hall. Sunday 17th March from 10am -3pm. Next 17th November.
Wednesday 25th September – Saturday 28th – St Albans Beer and Cider Festival
Expect all your favourite features, like hundreds of cask ales; an array of craft beers, international brews, ciders and perries; epic street food; and outstanding entertainment. Plus get ready for some special extra treats for 2024, like new featured breweries; a brand new Regional Spotlight Bar and a stunning new premium wine and spirits bar. It is the festival that has it all. At The Alban Arena, St Peter’s Street, St Albans, AL1 3LD. To book click here
Friday 18th October – An Evening of Magic
Prepare to be wowed with a night of pure magic from the award winning Kurtis Webb. Immerse yourself in an hour of close up magic followed by 45 minutes of mind reading, suspense and mentalism in a show that will leave you asking for more. Friday 18th October from 7pm. At Aldwickbury Park Golf Club, Piggottshill Lane, Harpenden, AL5 1AB. To book click here
Monday 25th November – Five Star Swing at Christmas
Swing into Christmas with the unique Five Star Swing Band show. Enjoy all your favourite Christmas songs with the dynamic swing band treatment from Glenn Miller, Sinatra, Basie, Nat King Cole, jazzing up those Jingle Bells. This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows. Monday 25th November doors open 6.30pm and starts 7.30pm. At the Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, AL5 2FR. To book click here
Sunday 1st December – Christmas Market
Indoor Christmas market with a variety of stalls to purchase gifts, treats and festive delight. Shop in the warmth with a mulled wine/cider in your hand. Entry tickets are free. Please contact the events team to secure your tickets. Call: 01582 760112, option 2. Email: [email protected] At Aldwickbury Park Golf Club, Piggottshill Lane, Harpenden, AL5 1AB.
Saturday 7th – Monday 30th December – Sleeping Beauty
This Christmas, you are invited to the pantomime of your dreams, Sleeping Beauty, at the Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, AL5 2FR. Featuring great songs, dazzling dance routines, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and spectacular special effects this dream of a pantomime will be an unforgettable experience for children and adults alike. For further information and to book click here
Thursday 12th December – Sunday 12th January – Cinderella
Do not miss this hilarious, fun-filled Pantomime, Cinderella. At The Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, AL1 3LD. For further information and to book click here
