🎊 FREE Midsummer Festival 2025 in Milton Keynes
Sunday 22 June 2025
Time: 10:00 - 22:00 Price: £0.00
🎊 Midsummer Boulevard East will once again be transformed into a vibrant hub of music, arts and family-friendly activities inspired by themes of renewal, healing and health.
😍 WHAT TO EXPECT
The festival will feature an exciting mix of live music, street theatre, folklore-inspired art, and hands-on workshops, all free to enjoy. Visitors can also indulge in delicious pop-up street food curated by local favourite, Sophie etc., available throughout the day and into the evening.
🤩 THE PROGRAMME
While the full programme is still being finalised, highlights already confirmed include:
⭐️ Leap Then Look: A new interactive art commission
⭐️ Bernadette Russell: A captivating storytelling performance reclaiming the image of fairies as wild, punk-spirited protectors of the earth
⭐️ Wild Rumpus and the Pavilion of the Hopeful Sun: Hosting the enchanting ‘Ceremony of the Seed’
📍WHERE CAN I FIND YOU?
Midsummer Festival takes place on Midsummer Boulevard (see map below), which is famously aligned with the sun at summer solstice. The Festival site is opposite MK Gallery and Milton Keynes Theatre. what3words for the Festival location is dolphin.conspire.data
Image
ℹ️ ARE YOU AN ORGANISATION WHO WANTS TO TAKE PART?
The city council is inviting artists, creatives, and cultural organisations to submit ideas for a new commission to feature in the festival programme. Those interested can apply on the city council’s website.
⛔️ ROAD CLOSURE
Midsummer Boulevard East will be closed to traffic during the event. Diversion signs will redirect motorists, and buses will operate from alternative stops outside The Point on Lower Tenth Street.
😍 WHAT TO EXPECT
The festival will feature an exciting mix of live music, street theatre, folklore-inspired art, and hands-on workshops, all free to enjoy. Visitors can also indulge in delicious pop-up street food curated by local favourite, Sophie etc., available throughout the day and into the evening.
🤩 THE PROGRAMME
While the full programme is still being finalised, highlights already confirmed include:
⭐️ Leap Then Look: A new interactive art commission
⭐️ Bernadette Russell: A captivating storytelling performance reclaiming the image of fairies as wild, punk-spirited protectors of the earth
⭐️ Wild Rumpus and the Pavilion of the Hopeful Sun: Hosting the enchanting ‘Ceremony of the Seed’
📍WHERE CAN I FIND YOU?
Midsummer Festival takes place on Midsummer Boulevard (see map below), which is famously aligned with the sun at summer solstice. The Festival site is opposite MK Gallery and Milton Keynes Theatre. what3words for the Festival location is dolphin.conspire.data
Image
ℹ️ ARE YOU AN ORGANISATION WHO WANTS TO TAKE PART?
The city council is inviting artists, creatives, and cultural organisations to submit ideas for a new commission to feature in the festival programme. Those interested can apply on the city council’s website.
⛔️ ROAD CLOSURE
Midsummer Boulevard East will be closed to traffic during the event. Diversion signs will redirect motorists, and buses will operate from alternative stops outside The Point on Lower Tenth Street.
6 other events on this day
🛍 Harpenden Farmers' Market 2025
Sunday 22 June 2025
Time: 10:00 - 14:00
🛍 Harpenden’s Farmers' Market is a vibrant market offering a huge selection of exciting, high quality local produce. We welcome residents and visitors to the Town every month to enjoy everything the Market has to offer.
🍞 WHAT TO EXPECT
The Farmers' Market includes fresh fruit, vegetables, meats fish, artisan bakery, homemade pies, preserves, gifts, crafts, beer, wine, liquors, fine cheeses, flowers, and street food.
📍LOCATION
The Market is situated in the heart of picturesque Harpenden on the Hugh Street within its bustling Town Centre, restaurant, a Sainsbury's and charity shops. Locals and visitors alike come to enjoy delicious, seasonal produce, locally grown and reared by experts, passionate in their field.
2025 DATES:
🍞 WHAT TO EXPECT
The Farmers' Market includes fresh fruit, vegetables, meats fish, artisan bakery, homemade pies, preserves, gifts, crafts, beer, wine, liquors, fine cheeses, flowers, and street food.
📍LOCATION
The Market is situated in the heart of picturesque Harpenden on the Hugh Street within its bustling Town Centre, restaurant, a Sainsbury's and charity shops. Locals and visitors alike come to enjoy delicious, seasonal produce, locally grown and reared by experts, passionate in their field.
2025 DATES:
- ▪️23rd February
- ▪️23rd March
- ▪️27th April
- ▪️25th May
- ▪️22nd June
- ▪️27th July
- ▪️24th August
- ▪️28th September
- ▪️26th October
- ▪️23rd November (12-6pm as part of the Christmas Carnival)
- ▪️21st December
Further information can be found on the Town Council's website via our event link.
💦 FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
💦 Bennetts FREE Splash park is great for a fun day out for all the family with a play park and Cafe onsite.
📆 2025 DATES
▪️Monday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm
💦 FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.
Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.
❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook: @bennettssplash *
🍕 THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.
🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.
📆 2025 DATES
▪️Monday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm
💦 FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.
Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.
❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook: @bennettssplash *
🍕 THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.
🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.
🚂 Haynes Summerfield Miniature Railway 2025
Sunday 22 June 2025
Time: 10:30 - 15:30
🚂 The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:30 (approx.), we close at 16:00.
Steam engines will also be in action as often as we are able.
TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:30 (approx.), we close at 16:00.
Steam engines will also be in action as often as we are able.
ℹ️ ABOUT
At Hammer Hill you will have the option of taking a ride on two more of our railways - The Springfield Line from platform 2 and The Winterfield Line from platform 3 - tickets for both are sold at Hammer Hill.
🥪 PICNIC AREA
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
☕️ REFRESHMENTS
At Haynes End the Station Buffet will be open for refreshments and picnic tables are available for your use on the grass outside.
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
❓️ DO I HAVE TO BOOK IN ADVANCE?
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions.
🎟TICKET PRICE (Card payments)
▪️Summerfields Railway (the main line) - £3.00 (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill)
▪️Springfield Line - £1.80
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track) - £1.80
☎️ Phone for enquiries: 07498 869902
At Haynes End the Station Buffet will be open for refreshments and picnic tables are available for your use on the grass outside.
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
❓️ DO I HAVE TO BOOK IN ADVANCE?
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions.
🎟TICKET PRICE (Card payments)
▪️Summerfields Railway (the main line) - £3.00 (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill)
▪️Springfield Line - £1.80
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track) - £1.80
☎️ Phone for enquiries: 07498 869902
✂️ Free Sunday Crafternoons at Higgins, Bedford
Sunday 22 June 2025
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
✂️ Crafternoons are a monthly creative activity sessions for families to have a go at 'making' together and enjoy the chance to get creative. All resources are provided. This will take place at The Higgins in Bedford.
🧒 AGES: Suitable for under 12s.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED: 2pm - 4pm
Please be aware that space is limited and there may be a wait to start.
🗓 2025 CRAFTERNOON DATES:
▪️Sunday 27th April
▪️Sunday 25th May
▪️Sunday 22nd June
ℹ️ ABOUT THE HIGGINS MUSEUM
At the Higgins Art Gallery and Museum in Bedford, you can expect to explore collections of fine and decorative arts, including watercolours and prints, alongside local stories and archaeological finds, with free admission and a variety of events for all ages.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://www.thehigginsbedford.org.uk/Visit_us/Accessibility/Accessibility.aspx#:~:text=General%20Access,very%20welcome%20in%20the%20museum.
CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES:
☎️ Phone: 01234 718618
🧒 AGES: Suitable for under 12s.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED: 2pm - 4pm
Please be aware that space is limited and there may be a wait to start.
🗓 2025 CRAFTERNOON DATES:
▪️Sunday 27th April
▪️Sunday 25th May
▪️Sunday 22nd June
ℹ️ ABOUT THE HIGGINS MUSEUM
At the Higgins Art Gallery and Museum in Bedford, you can expect to explore collections of fine and decorative arts, including watercolours and prints, alongside local stories and archaeological finds, with free admission and a variety of events for all ages.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://www.thehigginsbedford.org.uk/Visit_us/Accessibility/Accessibility.aspx#:~:text=General%20Access,very%20welcome%20in%20the%20museum.
CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES:
☎️ Phone: 01234 718618
💪UK's Stongest Man in Milton Keynes 2025
Sunday 22 June 2025
Time: 13:00 - 17:00
💪 In 2025 UK’s Strongest Man will be held over 2 action packed weekends.
🗓 2025 MILTON KEYNES DATES
▪️Saturday 21st June
▪️Sunday 22nd June
🏅WHAT TO EXPECT
UK's Strongest Man returns to Milton Keynes. This high octane televised show is suitable for all the family.
16 men descend on Planet Ice in this first weekend of the UK's Strongest Man Finals. Witness jaw dropping strongman action as they battle it out over 2 days.
Saturday's Quarter Final sees the first 8 athletes in Group A go head to head in 4 stunning strongman events.
Sunday's Quarter Final sees the 8 athletes in Group B go head to head in 4 stunning strongman events.
🔔 SCHEDULE
▪️12:00: Doors Open
▪️13:00: Shows Begins
▪️17:00: Show Ends
▪️17:30 - 18:30: Meet and Greet (Meet and Greet and VIP Customers Only)
😋 FOOD & DRINK
The venue has a wide variety of food and drink options available.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We have a range of Accessible seating options to meet our customer s needs. Please contact lesley@ultimatestrongman.tv to discuss your seating requirements. All of our accessible customers will be able to bring a FREE carer on proof of booking confirmation and eligibility.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️CHILD (3 - 15): £16.69 - £43.69
▪️ADULT: £38.29 - £81.12
▪️ACCESSIBLE + FREE CARER: £38.29
▪️UNDER 2 (on lap): FREE
▪️VIP: £107.99
🗓 2025 MILTON KEYNES DATES
▪️Saturday 21st June
▪️Sunday 22nd June
🏅WHAT TO EXPECT
UK's Strongest Man returns to Milton Keynes. This high octane televised show is suitable for all the family.
16 men descend on Planet Ice in this first weekend of the UK's Strongest Man Finals. Witness jaw dropping strongman action as they battle it out over 2 days.
Saturday's Quarter Final sees the first 8 athletes in Group A go head to head in 4 stunning strongman events.
Sunday's Quarter Final sees the 8 athletes in Group B go head to head in 4 stunning strongman events.
🔔 SCHEDULE
▪️12:00: Doors Open
▪️13:00: Shows Begins
▪️17:00: Show Ends
▪️17:30 - 18:30: Meet and Greet (Meet and Greet and VIP Customers Only)
😋 FOOD & DRINK
The venue has a wide variety of food and drink options available.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We have a range of Accessible seating options to meet our customer s needs. Please contact lesley@ultimatestrongman.tv to discuss your seating requirements. All of our accessible customers will be able to bring a FREE carer on proof of booking confirmation and eligibility.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️CHILD (3 - 15): £16.69 - £43.69
▪️ADULT: £38.29 - £81.12
▪️ACCESSIBLE + FREE CARER: £38.29
▪️UNDER 2 (on lap): FREE
▪️VIP: £107.99
💥 New Brickz Museum in Milton Keynes 2025
Sunday 22 June 2025
🧱 Whether you're a lifelong fan, looking for a fun day out or beginning your LEGO® adventure, this museum is a celebration of the colorful blocks that have brought joy to millions of people around the world opening from 5th April 2025 - 29th June 2025.
Our community of builders has worked hard to create some amazing and totally unique LEGO® displays for you to enjoy. Our large builds go beyond just size—they take you on an unforgettable journey through epic themes, from daring pirates and mysterious underwater creatures to the vast galaxy of Star Wars and so much more.
🗓 2025 OPENING DATES
▪️Easter Half Term: 5th April - 20th April
▪️Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in April, May & June.
▪️May Half Term: 26th - 30th May
▪️Last day open: Sunday 26th June
🕙 OPENING TIME SESSION SLOTS
Depending on days different slots are available between 10.30am - 5.00pm. You can book on Eventbrite via the event link.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Adult (16+) : £15.00
▪️Child (5 - 15): £9.50
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Family (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children): £10.00 per person
▪️ Carers: Free
(For those with proof of disability we will offer a free carers ticket with a full paying admissions ticket)
🤑 COMBO TICKETS
Combined entry to Brickz, Pixel Bunker & National Film & Sci-Fi Museum for the day.
▪️Adult: £32.00
▪️Child: £23.00
▪️Family (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children): £24.50 per person
Our community of builders has worked hard to create some amazing and totally unique LEGO® displays for you to enjoy. Our large builds go beyond just size—they take you on an unforgettable journey through epic themes, from daring pirates and mysterious underwater creatures to the vast galaxy of Star Wars and so much more.
🗓 2025 OPENING DATES
▪️Easter Half Term: 5th April - 20th April
▪️Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in April, May & June.
▪️May Half Term: 26th - 30th May
▪️Last day open: Sunday 26th June
🕙 OPENING TIME SESSION SLOTS
Depending on days different slots are available between 10.30am - 5.00pm. You can book on Eventbrite via the event link.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Adult (16+) : £15.00
▪️Child (5 - 15): £9.50
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Family (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children): £10.00 per person
▪️ Carers: Free
(For those with proof of disability we will offer a free carers ticket with a full paying admissions ticket)
🤑 COMBO TICKETS
Combined entry to Brickz, Pixel Bunker & National Film & Sci-Fi Museum for the day.
▪️Adult: £32.00
▪️Child: £23.00
▪️Family (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children): £24.50 per person