🎁 Come to Flitwick Church Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday 14th November 2026 at Flitwick Village Hall.

✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
A Christmas Craft fair full of wonderful Craft Stalls, tombolas, food, drink and lots of cake! A free children's craft table to occupy the younger ones.

✅️ FREE ENTRY
Free entry and . All proceeds go to St Peter and St Paul's Church, Flitwick.

📚 Matilda The Musical, the multi-award-winning production from the Royal Shakespeare Company, returns to Milton Keynes Theatre from Wed 28 Oct - Sat 14 Nov 2026 - and it’s one families, musical lovers and Roald Dahl fans won’t want to miss.

▪️AGE GUIDANCE: 6+
Please note: Children under 4 years (including babes in arms) will not be admitted. All children must have their own seat.

🗓 PERFORMANCE TIMES
Wed 28 Oct - Sat 14 Nov 2026
▪️Tue - Sat at: 19:30
▪️Wed, Sat and Sun at: 14:30
▪️Thu 29 Oct at: 14:30

🗓 2026 DATES
▪️28 October - 1 November
▪️3 November - 8 November
▪️10 November - 14 November

✨ ABOUT
Inspired by Roald Dahl’s much-loved book, Matilda The Musical tells the story of an extraordinary little girl with a brilliant mind, a vivid imagination and the courage to change her own destiny.

With a book by Dennis Kelly, music and lyrics by Tim Minchin, and direction by Matthew Warchus, this global phenomenon has won more than 100 international awards, including 24 for Best Musical, and has delighted over 12 million people worldwide.

Now celebrating 15 years on stage, this unforgettable production heads back out on tour — bringing its humour, heart and rebellious spirit to Milton Keynes Theatre.

⭐ WHY GO AND SEE IT?
Expect clever storytelling, standout songs, big laughs and plenty of theatrical magic. It’s a brilliant choice for a family theatre trip, a half term treat or a memorable night out.

📝 GOOD TO KNOW
▪️Running time: 2 hours 35 minutes including interval
▪️Captioned performance: Friday 13th November 2026 at 7.30pm
▪️This production includes flashing lights, lasers, loud sound effects, popped latex balloons, stage haze and strobe effects
▪️Actors also interact in audience spaces during the show

🎟 TICKETS FROM: £30.00
Please note: A booking fee of £3.95 is applied to each order.

🔥 OFFER
Plus, there’s a buy one and get one under 16s half price offer on selected seats for Tue–Thu performances.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT & BOOKING
☎️ Phone: 03330 095 399
Please note you will need to register for the Access Membership Scheme to book tickets.

🎄 Kick off the festive season at St Ives Christmas Lights on Saturday 14th November 2026.

🌟 WHAT TO EXPECT
With a full day of family-friendly fun, festive shopping and the magical big switch on! If you love Christmas markets, live entertainment and that first real feeling of the season, this much-loved annual event is well worth the trip.

🕚 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
✨️ Live entertainment from 11am
✨️ Bridge Street Christmas Market
✨️ Funfair
✨️ Father Christmas
✨️ The Big Switch On at 5pm

🌟 EVENT DETAILS
Christmas officially begins in St Ives — and everyone’s invited to be part of the celebration. Expect bustling streets, festive cheer and plenty to enjoy throughout the day as crowds gather for one of the town’s biggest seasonal events.

Browse the Bridge Street Christmas Market for unique gifts, handcrafted items, festive goodies and delicious treats, then soak up the atmosphere with live entertainment and family fun before the town bursts into light at 5pm.

It’s a brilliant day out for families, friends and anyone looking to get into the Christmas spirit early.

🎄 DON’T MISS OUT
Don’t miss your chance to be part of St Ives’ biggest festive celebration – get involved today!

ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01480388929
📧 Email: communityevents@stivestowncouncil.gov.uk

🎁 Come along for a festive morning at Milton Keynes Village Hall on Saturday 14th November 2026, of Christmas shopping, treats and family fun! 

🎄 What's on?

🎟️ Adult & Children's Tombola

🎁 Raffle

🛍️ Craft Stalls

🍰 Cake Stall

📚 Book Stall

☕ Refreshments

🎅 FREE Children's Trail

💚 FREE ENTRY!

Everyone is welcome! Come along, enjoy the festive atmosphere and support All Saints Church. 

🌟Hitchin Christmas Tree Lights Switch On is on Saturday 14th November 2026.

🎅 WHAT TO EXPECT
With live performances starting at 11.30am, food and drink stalls, Santa’s Parade at 5:30pm and Hitchin’s favourite band, The New Town Centres!

🎄 LIGHT SWITCH ON: 6PM

🎶 ENTERTAINMENT 
11:30 – The Doorstep Elves

12:00 – Glee Club

13:00 – TBC

13:40 – Hitchin Thespians

14:20 – TBC

15:00 – Stagecoach Hitchin & Letchworth

15:30 – BUSINESS AWARDS

15:45 – Hitchin Rock Choir

16:40 – Showstoppers

17:00 – As One Community Choir

18:00 – Christmas Tree Light Switch on

18:10 – Hertfordshire Showband

18:30 – New Town Centres