What’s On in Bedfordshire
Experience the delights of Bedfordshire - there is always something new to discover! Whether you’re in Bedford, Woburn, Sandy, Dunstable, Biggleswade or one of our other towns or villages you’ll find a whole host of things to see and do, from top attractions, fun activities and great events.
Be amazed by the historic country mansions and beautiful countryside or seek the thrills of one of the many family fun days at the county’s amazing attractions, found open throughout the year.
You’ll find everything from the traditional to the new and exciting and being such a diverse cultural region, you’ll get to experience a whole range of interesting and diverse events and activities with links all around the county. Having so much history and heritage, you might expect there to be plenty of unusual, traditional events and you’re not wrong! While you would be right in thinking that there are a range of annual events, like firework displays, Christmas themed activities, Pride and more, there are also a number of events that are totally unique to Bedfordshire, like Bedford’s annual River Festival and the hotly anticipated Luton Carnival, the largest one-day carnival in the UK, the next largest carnival event is the famous Nottinghill Carnival in London. Every year you’ll find the nation’s National Trust properties take part in the annual Cadbury Easter Egg hunt, plus other fun events at some of the top attractions in the region.
There are also a range of family friendly activities that aren’t to be missed, as well as events that are free to attend for anyone who is on a budget. Be sure to keep an eye on our events pages during school holidays to see what extra events and activities are being hosted to keep the little ones entertained.
So, whether you are looking to enjoy a food or real ale festival, or a musical event, play a round of golf or luxuriate in a spa, the choice of quality activities, attractions and hotels in Bedfordshire is truly yours to explore. The people of Bedfordshire are a friendly bunch and love visitors to come and join them at both the large national events and the smaller ones, like village fetes, farmers’ markets and town celebrations. Just save your favourite events and then browse some of the great places to stay in the county!
With fantastic road and rail connections, Bedfordshire is easily accessible from all over the county and is well under an hours travel from London, so you can be sure of a fun day out in the countryside.
What's On Highlights
Hoot and Slimey Family Fun Day Weston Turville
Hoot & Slimey Family Fun Day at Weston Turville Village Hall! Calling all ghouls, ghosts, and…
Baga Chipz - 'Chip Off The Old Block' Tour - Milton Keynes
After the success of the 'Material Girl' and 'Much Betta!' tours, Baga Chipz is Back! Bigger,…
Save Our Stripes Charity Weekend
As part of the Save Our Stripes Charity Weekend on the 26th and 27th July, keepers are giving you…
Snowflake Spectacular Christmas Market
Celebrate the Start of the Festive Season at Bierton Sports Centre Embrace the magic of Christmas…
Tinsel Christmas Market with Santa Grotto Haddenham
Step into the Tinsel Christmas Market on Sunday, 2nd November, from 12 PM to 4 PM at Haddenham…
BugJam Festival
Get ready for a weekend like no other, packed with entertainment and enjoyment for everyone! This…
Park Mania Family Fun Day
Join Us for a Day of Fun! Sunday 21st September 12pm to 4pm. Get ready for an unforgettable day…
Psychic & Wellbeing Christmas Fair - November 2025
Embrace the Festive Spirit at the Christmas Psychic & Wellbeing Fair! The holiday season is upon…
Spookfest Family Fun Day Haddenham Aylesbury
Get ready for a frightfully fun time at Spookfest Family Fun Day! On Sunday 5th October, from…
London Luton Bead Fair - Semi Precious Beads For Making Great Jewellery. Free Entry and Refreshments!
Beads and pearls for the home jewellery maker. Many new semi precious beads and pearls just…
Phantoms of the Popera - Dunstable
Following the overwhelming sell-out success of their 'Phantoms of the Popera' tour in 2025, the…
Psychic & Wellbeing Fair - September 2025
Experience Holistic Wellness at the Leighton Buzzard Psychic & Wellbeing Fair! Wellbeing…
Murder Mystery Night
Have you brushed up on your detective skills? Think you have the strategies to crack the clues?…
Monster Truck Nationals
See head-to-head Monster Truck Racing & Freestyle Action with Monster Truck Bus Jumps, Enjoy a…
Bedfordshire Steam & Country
The Bedfordshire Steam & Country Fayre is held in the picturesque setting of Old Warden Park, home…
JapShow Finale
As the car show season comes to a close, JapShow Finale is your last chance to get your Japanese…
Pumpkin & Prosecco
Join us for a cosy evening of adult only pumpkin carving & bubbles. Sit amongst twinkly lights and…
Splash of Pink Craft Fair Fun Day
Splash of Pink Craft Fair Date: Saturday, 18th October 2025Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Get ready for…

- 1Hoot and Slimey Family Fun Day Weston Turville
- 2Baga Chipz - 'Chip Off The Old Block' Tour - Milton Keynes
- 3Save Our Stripes Charity Weekend
- 4Snowflake Spectacular Christmas Market
- 5Tinsel Christmas Market with Santa Grotto Haddenham
- 6BugJam Festival
- 7Park Mania Family Fun Day
- 8Psychic & Wellbeing Christmas Fair - November 2025
- 9Spookfest Family Fun Day Haddenham Aylesbury
- 10London Luton Bead Fair - Semi Precious Beads For Making Great Jewellery. Free Entry and Refreshments!
- 11Phantoms of the Popera - Dunstable
- 12Psychic & Wellbeing Fair - September 2025
- 13Murder Mystery Night
- 14Monster Truck Nationals
- 15Bedfordshire Steam & Country
- 16JapShow Finale
- 17Pumpkin & Prosecco
- 18Splash of Pink Craft Fair Fun Day
