🎄 Harpenden Christmas Carnival 2026
Time: 12:00 - 18:00
✨️ EVENT DETAILS
We are so excited to invite you, your friends and family to our vibrant Town Centre for this festive celebration. The Christmas Carnival is always a magical event and we are very proud to provide free entertainment and activities as part of this occasion.
✨️ Fairground Rides
✨️ Santa's Grotto
✨️ Christmas Market
✨️ Entertainment
🎵 Main Stage Entertainment
▪️13:00 Rock Choir
▪️13:30 Hurst Children’s Theatre Group
▪️14:00 Sing with Tim
▪️14:25 Katie Ross Dance Company
▪️14:45 Rock Chorus Kids
▪️15:00 Procession takes place along the High Street
▪️15:30 Number 7
▪️16:20 Harpenden & Wheathampstead Gang Show
▪️16:40 Harpenden Panto
🌟17:00 Lights switch on
🥁 The Procession - 3pm
The much-loved procession will begin at 3pm; from Lydekker Park it will travel along the High Street up to Vaughan Road. The Pipes and Drums will lead the parade, closely followed by Santa and his elves. Joining them are entertainers, musicians, community groups and the cast of this year’s Harpenden Panto, Rapunzel. This year’s theme, ‘Harpenden Sparkles at Christmas’ means we can look forward to a procession filled with seasonal sparkle, festive creativity and plenty of Christmas magic!
🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
Free parking for the event will be available at the Station car park starting at 12 noon; because of expected high attendance the Town Council encourages people to walk to the event where possible.
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🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons
Time: 07:00 - 12:00
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
😂 Simon Brodkin: Unleashed - Milton Keynes Theatre
Time: 19:30 - 21:30
▪️AGE GUIDANCE: 14+
PLEASE NOTE: Under 16s must be seated next to an adult aged 18+. Maximum 10 tickets per household.
🤩 ABOUT SIMON...
Simon is now one of the most exciting stand-up comedians in the world to see live. His last tour, Screwed Up, was a phenomenal success — extended three times, running for 170 dates around the world and culminating in three sold-out nights at London’s Hammersmith Apollo.
🔥 ABOUT THE SHOW
Unleashed is Simon’s hysterical new live show, packed with outrageous punchlines, razor-sharp takes and electric crowdwork. Expect him to rip into everything from wild swimmers and vape shops to Greta Thunberg, religion, and even his wife’s friends Claire & Carl. If you love bold, fast-paced stand-up with a mischievous edge, this promises to be a huge night of laughs.
⭐ WHAT TO EXPECT
Join Simon for a wildly funny night on his biggest ever tour. With his fearless style and quick-fire delivery, it’s easy to see why he’s earned rave reviews, including: “A masterclass of stand-up at its very best” – EdFringe Review.
🎟 TICKET PRICES: From £33.87
Note: A booking fee of £3.95 is applied to each order.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT & BOOKING
Accessible booking support is available for this venue.
☎️ Phone: 03330 095 399
🌐 Access Membership Scheme
🎅 Santa's Grotto Experience 2026 - Frosts, Willington
Time: 09:30 - 19:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️21st - 22nd November
▪️28th - 29th November
▪️3rd - 8th December
▪️10th - 24th December
☃️ EVENT DETAILS
The premium grotto event takes children on a thrilling Christmas journey through three different winter wonderland rooms to meet Santa and his elves.
First stop is the North Pole where Reindeer Ronnie will help little ones make reindeer food for Christmas Eve. The elves will join in the fun with a special festive dance and sing-a-long.
Then it’s time to step through the curtains into Santa’s Grotto to share Christmas wish lists and capture the moment with a keepsake photograph. Each child then has the chance to choose their own gift from the Present Room which is brimming with toys for all ages.
The adventure then moves into Mrs Christmas’ Kitchen where children can decorate their own gingerbread house cookie to take home with them.
🧑🎄 SEN SANTA GROTTO EXPERIENCE
To help make our Grotto experience as accessible as possible to any families who may require any additional support, we are offering an exclusive SEN session.
This session will be the same unique Grotto experience you would expect from Frosts, with some small adaptations in the way of smaller groups of people, reduced lighting and sound and less display furniture making it easily accessible for all.
🗓 2026 SEN DATES:
▪️Sunday 22nd November
▪️Sunday 29th November
▪️Sunday 6th December
▪️Sunday 13th December
▪️Sunday 20th December
🎟 TICKET COST:
Prices from £6.50 to £100.00
✨️ Ashridge House Illuminated 2026
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Time: 16:00 - 20:00
🗓 2026 OPENING DATES
▪️20th - 22nd November
▪️26th - 29th November
▪️2nd - 6th December
▪️9th - 24th December
▪️26th - 31st December
▪️1st - 2nd January 2027
🕓 TIMES
The first entry varies between 4pm & 4.30pm and the last entry varies between 7.30pm & 8pm, depending on your chosen visit date.
🌟 EVENT DETAILS
Follow a reimagined trail through the historic Ashridge Estate, where enchanting light, sound and storytelling bring festive wonder to life at every turn.
As Hertfordshire's largest Christmas light trail, Illuminated 2026 unveils brand-new installations, spectacular projection transforming the House, and immersive moments designed to delight all ages.
🎁 MARKET
Before or after your journey, explore our expanded and newly located Christmas market, featuring seasonal treats, warming drinks and Christmas shopping.
👣 HOW LONG WILL THE TRAIL TAKE?
You can explore the trail at your own pace, enjoying the installations as quickly or slowly as you like. On average, the trail will take approximately 60-75 minutes.
ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY INFO
This outdoor event features light installations placed at various points around our Grade II* listed gardens. We have taken every step to make as many areas as possible accessible to visitors. However, due to the scale and nature of the gardens and grounds, we cannot always guarantee full accessibility.
Please be aware the trail includes bright flashing lights, busy crowds, music & pyrotechnics.
🐶 DOG FRIENDLY DAYS
▪️Wednesday & Thursday's
🎟 TICKET COST FROM:
▪️Adult: £24.50
▪️Child (4-16): £15.40
▪️Senior (65+): £22.00
▪️Family of 4: £72.00
▪️Under 4's: FREE
▪️Carer: FREE
*Prices vary by date and time. Peak, standard, and off-peak rates apply.
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🤣 Flitwick Comedy Night 2026 - The Rufus Centre
Time: 20:00 - 22:40
▪️AGE: 18+
🎤 Hosted by PAUL REVILL - an award-winning comedian and one of the most likable acts on the UK comedy circuit, he'll be joined by some incredible comedians. The bios for the night from Castle Comedy:
🤩 'DOMINIC HOLLAND has countless television and radio credits, including multiple appearances on HAVE I GOT NEWS FOR YOU and THE ROYAL VARIETY PERFORMANCE, as well as THE NEWS QUIZ.
A Perrier Best Newcomer Award winner, Dominic has performed seven solo shows at the Edinburgh Festival, most recently in 2018, and he continues to tour the UK and beyond with his unique take on life.
Despite Dominic’s best efforts and his considerable achievements in show business, the cruel reality is that he has been severely out-starred by his eldest son, Tom Holland…….that’s right Dom is Spider-Man’s dad!
🤩 ESTHER MANITO – is an Arab Essex girl who will challenge every single preconception of what that means. As seen on Live At The Apollo, The Stand Up Sketch Show and Hypothetical.
🤩 KENT CAMERON - is rapidly becoming one of the most compelling and memorable new acts on the UK comedy circuit. A towering, deep‑voiced Scottish presence with the heart and softness of “cottage cheese,” Kent masterfully plays with contrasts- between appearance and personality, confidence and vulnerability, sharp observations and warm, good‑natured storytelling.'
🌟 PREMIUM TICKET INFORMATION
Take advantage of our limited premium tickets for tables at the front of the normal tiered seating, offering waiter service throughout the show!
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Table Seating £19.00* (+ £1.00 fees)
Table seating includes table service throughout the event.
▪️Genral £15.00* (+ £1.00 fees)
🌲🐾 NAWT Bedfordshire Woburn Christmas Fair 2026
Time: 11:30 - 14:30
🐾 EVENT DETAILS
Do pop along and get into the festive spirit! Whether you’re starting your Christmas shopping or looking for those last few special gifts, we’ll have a wonderful selection of goodies from our lovely stallholders, plus plenty of bargains to be found at our pet item sales.
✅️ Stalls
✅️ Refreshments
✅️ Bargains
✅️ Crafts
✅️ Pet items
✅️ Tombolas
🍷REFRESHMENTS
You can also treat yourself to a warming mulled wine, a slice of delicious cake, and a good dose of Christmas cheer!
We’d love to see you there, so come along, browse, shop local and soak up the Christmas magic with us!
🪙 ENTRY COST: £1.00
(Children - free)
🎁 Tempsford Christmas Craft Fayre 2026 - Stuart Memorial Hall
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Craft fayre with lots of local crafts people. Refreshments, free entry, free parking.
ℹ️ STALL HOLDER ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: flowers1966@hotmail.co.uk
🚍 🎄 Coach Trip to Bruges Christmas Market From Luton
Time: 05:15 - 03:00 Price: £95.00
Bruges from Luton on Saturday 21st November 2026?
🕔 TIMES
📍Depart Luton: 05:15am
Ferry from Dover to Dunkirk
📍Depart Bruges: 19:00pm
📍Approx. return to Luton: 2-3am
ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
Join Three Star Coaches for a Extreme Day Trip to the beautiful Bruges Christmas Markets - enjoy festive shopping, delicious food, sightseeing and plenty of Christmas atmosphere!
FREE meal voucher BOTH ways
🎄 Around 5 HOURS in Bruges
Christmas markets • Shopping • Food • Sightseeing
Timings are approximate and subject to traffic, ferry and border conditions.
🎟 TICKET COST: £95.00
Limited tickets available. You can book tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01582 722626
📧 Email: sales@threestarcoaches.com
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🎤 Sofia Soul Live at Flitton & Greenfield Village Hall
Time: 19:30 - 23:45 Price: £15.00
Get your friends together for a fantastic night of music, dancing and great vibes at Flitton & Greenfield Village Hall on Saturday 21st November 2026!
💃 EVENT DETAILS
Enjoy the amazing Sophia Soul, with DJ K-Egan Entertainment keeping the tunes flowing! Bring your friends, spread the word and help us make this a brilliant night for a great cause!
❤️ CHARITY EVENT
All in aid of our villages over 65s Christmas Lunch. Every ticket helps us give something back to our wonderful community.
🎟 TICKET COST: £15 PP
ℹ️ HOW TO BOOK
☎️ Phone: 07938 965817 to reserve a space. Don't miss out - book today!
🌟 Bedford Christmas Light Switch On 2026
Time: 12:00 - 18:00
🎄 LIGHT SWITCH ON: 5PM
The Christmas lights will be turned on at 5pm by the Mayor of Bedford Borough, Tom Wootton.
🎶 LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
There will also be live entertainment during the event, click on the link below for details.
🎥 FREE CHRISTMAS FILMS
Visitors are welcome to head to the Harpur Suite on the day to watch Christmas films from 11am-4.45pm for free.
🛍 STALLS
There will also be craft and gift stalls, food offerings.
🎨 FREE ACTIVITIES
Family-friendly activities including a free face painter in the Harpur Suite from midday to 4pm, and colouring-in at the What's On Bedford Borough Visitor Information Centre on Silver Street.
🌟 Letchworth Christmas Light Switch On 2026
Time: 14:00 - 19:00
EVENT DETAILS
✨️ Light Parade: From 5.30pm
✨️ Christmas Lights Switch On: 6pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎡 Funfair
🎶 Live Music
🍔 Food & Drink
🎅 Character Meet & Greets
🎨 Crafts
✨ Light Parade
🎁 And much, much more!
✨️ Luton Lights Up For Christmas 2026
Time: 14:00 - 18:00
🌟 LIGHT SWITCH ON: 6PM
🎄 EVENT DETAILS
Families are invited to see special guests Chase & Marshall from PAW Patrol at intervals from 2pm to 5.30pm in Frasers Plus Luton, funded by Luton BID.
A full line-up of local talent will be taking the stage to provide the entertainment outside the town hall from 2pm, including Warriorz Street Dance, The Meerkats, Luton Youth Funk Band, Luton Youth Rock Band and the town’s up-and-coming country popstar, Olivia Lynn.
🎅 MEET SANTA (BOOKING NEEDED)
Over the course of the weekend, Luton Council are thrilled to bring the magical experience of meeting Santa Claus to the town centre with a grotto at Market Hill from Thursday 19 November to Sunday 22 November 2026. This experience will be by pre-booking only – find out more on the Step Forward Luton website.
📽 FREE OUTDOOR CINEMA
The popular outdoor cinema will also be returning to Market Hill for a special Christmas edition, giving families the chance to watch their festive favourites in the open air for free on Saturday 21 November and Sunday 22 November 2026.