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
Santa at Stockwood
Santa is coming to Stockwood for 2025 with a 45 minute festive experience. Join Santa's whimsical…
An Evening With Crissy Rock: From Bedlam To Benidorm
Best known for her unforgettable roles on Benidorm, I'm A Celebrity, and Celebrity MasterChef,…
Comedy Bar: March 2026
Gather your friends, grab some drinks and join resident MC Jake Pickford for an evening of stand-up…
Phantoms of the Popera - Dunstable
Following the overwhelming sell-out success of their 'Phantoms of the Popera' tour in 2025, the…
Stockwood Illuminated 2025
This December, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop…
Russell Hicks: This Time It's Personal
American stand up comedian Russell Hicks is back on tour. It's been a big year for Russell. He's…
The Zoo That Comes To You
The Zoo That Comes To You follows the efforts of two wildlife enthusiasts who provide respite, care…
Rapunzel
Golden-haired Rapunzel takes charge of her own destiny in this bold and witty tale. Not a prince in…
ABBA Tribute Night
Whether you're a Dancing Queen or a Super Trouper, we've got all the ABBA hits you know and love…
Pre-Show Party (Season Premiere Air Show)
Kick off the season in style at our Season Premiere Pre-show Party. Enjoy a live DJ and dancing,…
Gyro World Record Attempt
We are delighted to host the 2026 Gyro Record Breaker event. Will the record be broken this year?…
The Culture Trust and Osagyefo present Storytelling for Early Years: January
Join Martin Hanson from Osagyefo for a morning of storytelling and singing in the Drawing room at…
NSRA Hot Rod Supernationals
Originally formed in 1972, the NSRA (National Street Rod Association) is the club of choice for UK…
Comedy Bar: January 2026
Gather your friends, grab some drinks and join resident MC Jake Pickford for an evening of stand-up…
Blues Brothers Tribute Night
Get ready to shake your tail feathers at our Blues Brothers Tribute Night, a high-energy evening of…
Hal Cruttenden: Can Dish But Can't Take It
Hal is back with a brand-new tour for 2025 with a show that promises to stick it to 'The Man', as…
Bedfordshire Steam & Country Fayre
The Bedfordshire Steam & Country Fayre is held in the picturesque setting of Old Warden Park, home…
Richard Blackwood: Unfiltered
No gimmicks. No filter. Just Richard Blackwood at his realist. In this brand-new hour, Richard…

- 1Santa at Stockwood
- 2An Evening With Crissy Rock: From Bedlam To Benidorm
- 3Comedy Bar: March 2026
- 4Phantoms of the Popera - Dunstable
- 5Stockwood Illuminated 2025
- 6Russell Hicks: This Time It's Personal
- 7The Zoo That Comes To You
- 8Rapunzel
- 9ABBA Tribute Night
- 10Pre-Show Party (Season Premiere Air Show)
- 11Gyro World Record Attempt
- 12The Culture Trust and Osagyefo present Storytelling for Early Years: January
- 13NSRA Hot Rod Supernationals
- 14Comedy Bar: January 2026
- 15Blues Brothers Tribute Night
- 16Hal Cruttenden: Can Dish But Can't Take It
- 17Bedfordshire Steam & Country Fayre
- 18Richard Blackwood: Unfiltered


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