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 by using the email address opposite.
Tuesday 22nd October – Baby Rhyme Time
These fun, half hour sessions of songs and rhymes are perfect for helping your child to learn language skills and are a great opportunity for you to meet other families too. Baby Rhyme Time is free although donations are welcome. No booking required. Every Tuesdays from 10.15am – 10.45am and 11.30am – 12 noon and 2.15pm – 2.45pm. At St Albans Library, Level 2, The Maltings, St Albans, AL1 3JQ.
Tuesday 22nd October – 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. Tuesdays from 1.15pm – 2.45pm. At Southdown Family Centre, Harpenden, AL5 1QB.
Tuesday 22nd October – LEGO Club for Children
LEGO Club for Children at Marshalswick Library (St Albans), The Ridgeway, St Albans, AL4 9TU. Every Tuesday from 4pm – 5pm.
Wednesday 23rd October – 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 23rd October – 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 24th October – 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 25th October – Physical Fun
A free fun, 90 minute active session suitable for children aged 18 months plus. Come and meet other local families and enjoy lots of fun games and play opportunities to support your child with their physical development. Older siblings welcome. Fridays from 10am – 11.30am, (not on 1st November) at Sopwell Family Centre, St Albans, AL1 2LE.
Friday 25th October – 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.
Saturday 26th October – 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 26th and Sunday 27th October – Redbourn in Bloom’s Craft Fair
Talented crafters, delicious refreshments and a raffle with some lovely prizes. The ideal place to buy your Christmas gifts. Proceeds will go towards their planting schemes to help keep Redbourn looking beautiful. Saturday 26th from 10.30am – 5pm and Sunday 27th October from 11am – 4.30pm. At Redbourn Village Hall, 63 High Street, Redbourn, St Albans, AL3 7LW.
Sunday 26th October – 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 28th October – 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 them for just refreshments and conversation if you prefer.
Tuesday 29th October – 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.
Wednesday 30th October – Neighbourhood Police Surgery
Come and meet your local neighbourhood officers to discuss any local issues or concerns at Park street Baptist church, Penn Road, Park Street, St Albans, AL2 2QF. Wednesday 30th October from 10.30am.
Thursday 31st October – Halloween Club Night
Celebrate Halloween with Electric Umbrella, dress up, dance the night away with DJ Annie Grace, and enjoy a spook-tacular good time at this Halloween special Club Night. They expect there will be room for everyone but the venue has a capacity limit, and entry will be first come. At The Pioneer Club, Heathlands Drive, Harpenden Road, St Albans, AL3 5AY. Free entry, Thursday 31st October doors open 7.30pm, music 8pm – 10pm.
Friday 1st November – Hertfordshire’s Notorious Witches
Come along and listen to a talk about Hertfordshire’s notorious witches, given by Llinos Thomas from Hertfordshire Archives and Local Studies. The talk will take place on Friday 1st November from 7pm – 8.30pm. Tickets are £7 and can be booked in the library or online. At Harpenden Library, 27 High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2RU.
Saturday 2nd November – St Albans Fireworks Spectacular
Come and enjoy a spectacular display, raising money for local charities Home-Start Hertfordshire, who provide families struggling with post-natal depression, isolation, physical health problems, bereavement and many other issues with the support of a volunteer family mentor and Earthworks St Albans, who support people with learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries, autism and mental health needs to develop and manage 3.5 acres of beautiful eco-gardens in St Albans. The event takes place in the dark in a large open space near open water. At Verulamium Park, St Albans, Saturday 2nd November from 6pm – 8.15pm, to book click here
Sunday 3rd November – Vegan Market
The St Albans Vegan Market is back and we’re taking over St Peter’s Street on Sunday 1st September from 10.30am – 4pm. As usual, the event will bring together an incredible selection of vegan street food vendors, artisan bakers, craft brewers, ethical jewellers, local artists, environmental charities, plus loads more.
Sunday 3rd November – London Colney Fireworks
London Colney Parish Council presents their annual Fireworks event. A fantastic fireworks display, along with fun fair rides and food stalls. Any profit made from this event will go to support local organisations in London Colney. They are also asking for a donation to London Colney Scouts and Guide groups. Tickets are limited and will be sold on a first come first served basis. Sunday 3rd November from 4pm – 7pm. At Morris Way Playing Fields, White Horse Lane, London Colney, St Albans, AL2 1JW.
Sunday 3rd November – Wheatfields Fireworks
Wheatfields Junior School, Downes Road, St Albans, AL4 9NT, firework extravaganza on Sunday 3rd November, fireworks start at 5.10pm.
Tuesday 5th November – 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.
Thursday 7th November – An Evening with Elizabeth Macneal-S
Join bestselling author of The Doll Factory, Circus of Wonders and The Burial Plot for an in-depth interview and there will be opportunities for you to ask your own questions. Find out what it takes to create bestselling characters and make it as a professional full time author. Thursday 7th November from 7.30pm. At St Albans Library, The Maltings, St Albans, AL1 3JQ. To book click here
Friday 8th November – 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 8th November – Diwali Celebration
Sopwell House, Cottonmill Lane, St Albans, AL1 2HQ, is hosting a Diwali celebration on Friday 8th November from 7pm – midnight, featuring a festive feast and lively entertainment. Held in the St. Alban Suite, guests will enjoy dishes like Gobi Manchurian, Awadhi chicken, and Malabar prawns, while Bollywood tunes and traditional entertainment set the mood. The evening will include a live DJ, after-dinner entertainment, and a firework display, with dancing continuing until midnight. Call 01727 750 466 to book or email [email protected] For further information click here
Saturday 9th November – Crabtree Fireworks Spectacular
This popular event includes an incredible fireworks display, a delicious BBQ, hot and cold refreshments and alcoholic drinks. 5.30pm: Gates open – music, a real coal BBQ, snacks, hot and cold refreshments and alcoholic drinks. 6.30pm: Fireworks begin
7pm: Stick around and enjoy more drinks and food from the BBQ. At Crabtree Junior School, Harpenden, AL5 5PU. To book click here
Sunday 10th November – Remembrance Parade and Service
The Parade will form in Rothamsted Park, Harpenden at 10.15am and move off at 10.35am. The Service will begin at 10.50am at the War Memorial on Church Green, Harpenden.
Monday 11th November – LEGO Club
Join Harpenden Library, 27 High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2RU. On the second Monday of every month from 3.45pm – 4.45pm.
Sunday 17th November – 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 November 10am – 3pm.
Saturday 23rd November – Christmas Craft Fair
Festive crafts and gifts with food and activities, Saturday 23rd November from 10am – 4pm. At Fleetville Community Centre, Royal Road, St Albans, AL1 4LQ.
Saturday 23rd November – Light up a Life
Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care are once again working in partnership with St Albans Cathedral to offer the community a chance to remember loved ones at a Light up a Life service. Hosted by Reverend Will Gibbs, Canon for Mission and Pastoral Care, and supported by M.K. Ginder and Sons, this special service will include many of the familiar parts of a Light Up a Life including readings, music performed by the Jupiter Singers and soloist Charlie Smith, poems, a moment for reflection and the opportunity to light a candle in memory of a loved one. Saturday 23rd November from 2.30pm – 3.30pm. At St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, St Albans, AL1 1BY.
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.
Tuesday 3rd December – Christmas by Candlelight
A spectacular West End Cast and incredible live band perform your favourite Christmas Hits, as you have never heard them before. Featuring sing-along classics such as ‘White Christmas’, ‘Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!’, ‘Santa Baby’, ‘O Holy Night’ and ‘Winter Wonderland’, this uplifting concert is the perfect way to celebrate a ‘Holly Jolly Christmas’ with all the family. At St Albans Cathedral, Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, St Albans, AL1 1BY. Tuesday 3rd December from 7.30pm. To book click here
Thursday 5th December – Christmas Market
Come and join The Three Horseshoes, 612 Hatfield Road, Smallford, St Albans, AL4 0HP, to start your Christmas shopping. Enjoy mulled wine or hot chocolate whilst you shop for gifts and treats. Thursday 5th December from 4pm.
Saturday 7th December – Christmas Fayre
The church will be beautifully decorated, there will be lots of Carols, festive stalls and a breakfast café. All profits to charity. Please wrap up warm as there is only limited heating in the church. Saturday 7th December from 10am – 12 noon. At St Nicholas Church, Church Green, Harpenden, AL5 2TP.
Saturday 7th December – Sandridge Christmas Market
Indoor and outdoor Christmas Market, with 30+ stalls from small businesses, festive food and drink, large raffle with Prizes from small businesses. At Sandridge Scout Hut, Sandridgebury Lane, Sandridge, St Albans, AL3 6JB. Saturday 7th December from 11am – 5pm. Free Parking at Heartwood Forest Carpark, AL4 9DG (2 min walk) or in the surrounding village.
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
Saturday 14th December – Becoming Dad
Becoming Dad is an inclusive information session 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 session offers expectant and new fathers an informal and relaxed space to talk through any thoughts and challenges dad-to-dad as they transition into parenthood. This is a hands-on session where your baby aged 0 – 1 year comes too. Saturday 19th October from 10am – 12 noon. At Sopwell Family Centre, Mandeville Drive St Albans, AL1 2LE. To book click here
Saturday 28th December – Port, Wine and Cheese Evening
Finish your festive celebrations with a port, wine and cheese evening at The Three Horseshoes, 612 Hatfield Road, Smallford, St Albans, AL4 0HP. Saturday 28th December from 6.30pm.
