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…
Mother's Day Market
Enjoy one of our popular seasonal markets and treasure some dedicated time with the special lady in…
Blues Brothers Tribute Night
Get ready to shake your tail feathers at our Blues Brothers Tribute Night, a high-energy evening of…
Fesshole Live
FORGIVE ME LUTON, FOR I HAVE SINNED! As part of a sell-out UK roadshow, the million follower…
INSPIRATION: March 2026
INSPIRATION returns to the Hat Factory for another night of music for the soul. More info to follow
Open Mic Night: January
Calling all local talents! Don't miss Luton's open mic night at the Hat Factory. Showcase your…
Richard Blackwood: Unfiltered
No gimmicks. No filter. Just Richard Blackwood at his realist. In this brand-new hour, Richard…
The Real Queens of Bollywood
A Music & Dance Tribute to Bollywood's Legendary Female Voices Step into the world of Bollywood…
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…
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
The Rufus Centre would like to welcome you to a festive family outing on the 20th December. Adults…
The Zoo That Comes To You
The Zoo That Comes To You follows the efforts of two wildlife enthusiasts who provide respite, care…
Counting Sheep
Two sheep think they know everything about sleep. They're experts in the field. But tonight…
Fixing
When Matt was little, their dad bought a classic car. A 1952 Sunbeam Talbot Mark II. Dad had ideas…
An Evening With Crissy Rock: From Bedlam To Benidorm
Best known for her unforgettable roles on Benidorm, I'm A Celebrity, and Celebrity MasterChef,…
Ladies of Laughter
The Ladies Of Laughter are back, flexing their female funny muscles especially for you! This hit…
The Skids + Special Guests
THE SKIDS "Memories fade but some linger for a reason. The Skids was the definitive part of my…
Soul Cine: Film In Perspective
SOUL:CINÉ bi-monthly cinema club, is for film lovers to forge friendships, old & new, whilst…
NSRA Hot Rod Supernationals
Originally formed in 1972, the NSRA (National Street Rod Association) is the club of choice for UK…

- 1Santa at Stockwood
- 2Mother's Day Market
- 3Blues Brothers Tribute Night
- 4Fesshole Live
- 5INSPIRATION: March 2026
- 6Open Mic Night: January
- 7Richard Blackwood: Unfiltered
- 8The Real Queens of Bollywood
- 9The Culture Trust and Osagyefo present Storytelling for Early Years: January
- 10BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
- 11The Zoo That Comes To You
- 12Counting Sheep
- 13Fixing
- 14An Evening With Crissy Rock: From Bedlam To Benidorm
- 15Ladies of Laughter
- 16The Skids + Special Guests
- 17Soul Cine: Film In Perspective
- 18NSRA Hot Rod Supernationals


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