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
Family Trail: Mystery Mail with the Elves
Santa's lost a letter, and he needs you to help find it! Wrap up warm and get ready for a jolly…
Aquaculture-2023
Aquaculture 2023 invites all participants from around the world to attend the 14th Global Summit on…
Christmas Wonderland in Cheddington
Christmas Wonderland in Cheddington Friday 22nd December 2023 3pm to 7pm Cheddington Village Hall,…
'Twixmas'- Post Christmas Gentle Stroll
Walk away from the stress of Christmas and join us for a gentle stroll across Dunstable Downs…
The Dazzling Diamonds
The Dazzling Diamonds are coming to Grove with their brand-new comedy variety drag show. Join Miss…
CPsychic & Wellbeing Fair - Leighton Buzzard
Christmas gifts with a difference at the Deer Spirit Christmas Psychic & Wellbeing Fair! …
Festive Evenings at Dunstable Downs
As darkness descends on the Downs, see us light up the courtyard for a cosy evening of music,…
Toddington Christmas Tree Festival 2023
We are holding our Christmas Tree Festival again this year in St George of England Church,…
CREATIVE COMPANY CRAFT CLUB
£5 per session DROP IN to our friendly craft group No need to book Meet like-minded ladies Share…
Santa's Secret Cottage at Turvey House
Explore our Elf Trail where little ones can discover a secret woodland path and say hello to Mrs…
Breakfast with the Elves
Another magical Christmas season awaits as the elves return for breakfast at the View…
The Dazzling Diamonds
The Dazzling Diamonds are coming to Grove Theatre with their brand-new comedy variety drag show.…
Warden Abbey Vineyard Christmas Wine Sale
Join us for Warden Abbey Vineyard's annual Christmas wine sale at Haynes Village Hall. There'll be…
Christmas at Whipsnade Zoo
For a Christmas day out like no other, look no further than Whipsnade Zoo – where the wonders of…
Crafts, Cake and a Cuppa
A well-established craft fair featuring items hand-made by a variety of local crafters. Free…
Christmas at Wrest Park
Christmas at Wrest Park is a brand new, interactive light trail for 2023 set to bring colour,…
Giving Grotto and Elves' Toy Workshop
Experience the magic of Christmas this year at The Mall with our FREE Christmas experience, the…
Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time
Fresh from this year's Edinburgh Fringe and with a slew of five-star reviews, one of the UK's…

- 1Family Trail: Mystery Mail with the Elves
- 2Aquaculture-2023
- 3Christmas Wonderland in Cheddington
- 4'Twixmas'- Post Christmas Gentle Stroll
- 5The Dazzling Diamonds
- 6CPsychic & Wellbeing Fair - Leighton Buzzard
- 7Festive Evenings at Dunstable Downs
- 8Toddington Christmas Tree Festival 2023
- 9CREATIVE COMPANY CRAFT CLUB
- 10Santa's Secret Cottage at Turvey House
- 11Breakfast with the Elves
- 12The Dazzling Diamonds
- 13Warden Abbey Vineyard Christmas Wine Sale
- 14Christmas at Whipsnade Zoo
- 15Crafts, Cake and a Cuppa
- 16Christmas at Wrest Park
- 17Giving Grotto and Elves' Toy Workshop
- 18Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time
