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
Chamberlane
Chamberlane return to the Hat Factory after performing at St Patrick's Day and a sold out show last…
Slimming World Early Bird Session Launch 7am from September 7th
At Slimming World we support our members with the changes they would like to make around how they…
Utter! Lutonia Presents: Henry Normal
UTTER! Lutonia is thrilled to be welcoming Henry Normal as our December headliner in 2025. Henry…
The Skids + Special Guests
THE SKIDS "Memories fade but some linger for a reason. The Skids was the definitive part of my…
Mother's Day Market
Enjoy one of our popular seasonal markets and treasure some dedicated time with the special lady in…
The Great Big Bug Show
Which beetle has a blaster on its bottom? Which minibeast is barely the size of a full stop? Which…
Summer Fete Open Weekend
Back by popular demand – join us for an unforgettable weekend with our Summer Fete, where we'll…
Crafts, Cake and a Cuppa
Well-established craft fair - Open from 10am to 4pm - Unique hand-made items by over 20 local…
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…
Ladies of Laughter
The Ladies Of Laughter are back, flexing their female funny muscles especially for you! This hit…
Comedy Bar: March 2026
Gather your friends, grab some drinks and join resident MC Jake Pickford for an evening of stand-up…
Ruby's Worry
Ruby had always been happy, perfectly happy…. until one day…. she discovered a worry… Ruby tries…
Blues Brothers Tribute Night
Get ready to shake your tail feathers at our Blues Brothers Tribute Night, a high-energy evening of…
Caught You In A Lie
One Woman. One Story. A Journey of Healing and Hope. Join us for a powerful, one-woman musical…
The Real Queens of Bollywood
A Music & Dance Tribute to Bollywood's Legendary Female Voices Step into the world of Bollywood…
Fixing
When Matt was little, their dad bought a classic car. A 1952 Sunbeam Talbot Mark II. Dad had ideas…
Casino Royale Night at Shuttleworth
Step into a world of glamour and intrigue for an unforgettable Bond-themed Casino Night at the…
Danesborough Chorus performs Verdi's Requiem
Danesborough Chorus returns to St Mary's Church Woburn for a performance of Verdi's dramatic choral…

- 1Chamberlane
- 2Slimming World Early Bird Session Launch 7am from September 7th
- 3Utter! Lutonia Presents: Henry Normal
- 4The Skids + Special Guests
- 5Mother's Day Market
- 6The Great Big Bug Show
- 7Summer Fete Open Weekend
- 8Crafts, Cake and a Cuppa
- 9The Culture Trust and Osagyefo present Storytelling for Early Years: January
- 10Ladies of Laughter
- 11Comedy Bar: March 2026
- 12Ruby's Worry
- 13Blues Brothers Tribute Night
- 14Caught You In A Lie
- 15The Real Queens of Bollywood
- 16Fixing
- 17Casino Royale Night at Shuttleworth
- 18Danesborough Chorus performs Verdi's Requiem


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