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Children's activity clubs & classes - Dance
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facilities & services
dance for those with anxieties about life's challenges.  Part of Hertfordshire Youth Connexions, the Harpenden Young People's Centre is a wonderful facility located above Harpenden Library equipped with a dance studio, a computer area and a sta... Read more

School admissions and appeals
dance so do check the exact criteria for the schools you are interested in.  Parent View on the Ofsted website lets you see what other parents think of any school in England - a useful source of information to make an informed choice about the ... Read more

Open Days and Tours
dance before setting off. You can access all the information you need about the state school applications process on the Herts County Council website. Independent schools will run their own admissions processes and you should visit the school websit... Read more

Articles

Ten Pin fun strikes the right balance!
dances! As long as you don’t wear heels or open toes you can keep your own shoes on, saving yourself from the dreaded bowling shoes. The children then got very excited about laser tag, which you can do as an add-on after a bowling game or as... Read more

Learning Online can Expand their Minds!
In this article: Educational Resources - Audio Resources - Just for Fun After nearly two weeks of “home-schooling” it has been really exciting seeing the children begin to explore the world from a different angle. I was a complete nerd a... Read more

Keeping our Children Safe Online
dance. ThinkuKnow is the education programme from the National Crime Agency's CEOP command.  It is split into different areas aimed at children of different ages as well as parents & carers.  They have released new 15-minute activity p... Read more

Kayaking fun with Canoe Trail
dance and we were off!   I admit I was a little dubious as to how peaceful it would be starting near the centre of Bedford, but it really was.  Especially once you got a little bit further along the river – it was absolutely beautif... Read more

Congratulations to the 2021 Awards Lockdown Lifesavers
dance fees for small businesses, increased meetings in Zoom and proactively promoted and supported independent businesses." Emilios and ToastiliciousFor remaining open throughout lockdown"It was so nice to have somewhere to go for excellent coffee/t... Read more

Learning to Drive Essentials - Instructors, Theory Test and Booking a Practical Test
UPDATED March 2026 with new DVSA rules for booking tests If you have a young person about to embark on the joy of learning to drive, you’ll want to take a look at our listings for local Driving Instructors.  You may need to try a number o... Read more

Top Tips For Your First West End Theatre Visit with Children
dance of shows suitable to give our youngest theatre goers the perfect introduction to the experience. Many are based on much-loved children’s books which will give a sense of familiarity. They regularly tour local theatres (including our own E... Read more

Events

Harpenden Concert Band

Harpenden Concert Band Concert: Music from Around the World

Katherine Warington School
Sun 10th May 2026
3.30pm

Free entry
Book ahead
For Everyone

Join us as we travel across continents through the power of live music in our vibrant programme, Music from Around the World. From cinematic beauty to fiery Latin rhythms and soaring symphonic works, there's something for everyone to enjoy.



Featuring:

El Camino Real by Alfred Reed

Aurora Dances by Philip Sparke

Four Scottish Dances by Malcolm Arnold

The epic and moving Homage to Bharat by Brian Balmages

The unforgettable Theme from Out of Africa by John Barry

Pirates of the Carribean (A symphonic suite) by Klaus Badelt

The electrifying Conga del Fuego Nuevo by Arturo Márquez

As always,... Read more

Katherine Warington School, Lower Luton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 5FH

Natural History Museum: Dinosaurs Live

Natural History Museum: Dinosaurs Live

The Alban Arena
Sat 16th May 2026
3.30pm

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For Under 5s
For School-age

For the first time since 1881, the home of dinosaurs, London's Natural History Museum, is going on tour!

Ever since they were first identified in the 1800s, dinosaurs have sparked the imagination of kids and adults alike and for the first time ever, the world- renowned Natural History Museum has teamed up with Mark Thompson Productions to take you on a dinosaur adventure like no other.

We'll go on a pre-historic journey together to the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods and watch the life-like dinosaurs come alive right on stage!

 Not only that, but we'll also find out more about fossils, time scales and how our planet has changed over hundreds of millions of years.

So get ready for a roaring experience like no other as Natural... Read more

The Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3LD

The Ever After Ball

The Ever After Ball

Berkhamsted Town Hall
Sat 30th May 2026
10am - 12noon & 2-4pm

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For Under 5s
For School-age

✨ The Ever After Ball ✨

A Royal Children's Experience

Step into a real-life fairytale at "The Ever After Ball" a sparkling, immersive 2-hour royal adventure designed to make little dreams come true.

Your child is invited to dance, sing, and celebrate alongside enchanting Princesses and Prince Charmings in a magical live show filled with music, storytelling, and high-energy choreography. From the moment the doors open, they're not just watching the fairytale they're part of it.

👑 What's included in this unforgettable experience:
• 🎤 Immersive live singing & dancing show with our royal cast
• 🕺💃 Mini Disco to dance the afternoon away... Read more

Berkhamsted Town Hall, 196 High Street, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 3AP

Tom Gates Epic Stage Show

Tom Gates Epic Stage Show

The Alban Arena
Sat 6th June 2026
3.30pm

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For School-age

Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon, and brand new for 2025, Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show comes to our theatre bringing alive the illustrations and music that makes Tom Gates hugely popular around the world! With catchy tunes and hilarious performances, this fantastic new stage show brings the best of the Brilliant World of Tom Gates into one live show!

Age Guidance: 7+

The Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3LD

Summer Evenings at the Zoo

Summer Evenings at the Zoo

Hertfordshire Zoo
Sat 6th June 2026
6:30pm – 9:30pm

For Everyone

Step into a world of wonder at Summer Evenings at the Zoo!
Join us for an exclusive after-hours adventure like no other! As the sun sets over Hertfordshire, enjoy rare evening access to the zoo and experience our animals in a calm and magical twilight setting.

This year, we're bringing the fiesta to the zoo with a vibrant Mexican theme... and the first 500 guests each evening will receive a FREE sombrero hat to get you into the party spirit! 🎉

Step back in time as you explore our World of Dinosaurs, home to over 40 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs that come to life as the sun goes down.

Discover our incredible animal habitats, from big cats to amazing species from around the world, all open for you to explore in a unique evening atmosphere.... Read more

Hertfordshire Zoo, White Stubbs Lane, Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, EN10 7QA

Flowers and Friendship Bracelets 2026

Flowers and Friendship Bracelets - The Ultimate Pop Concert!

The Eric Morecambe Centre
Sat 13th June 2026
6pm

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For School-age
For Teens

Get ready for a dazzling explosion of Music, Dance, and Excitement as Flowers and Friendship Bracelets takes to the stage!

Come and join us for the ultimate pop concert and celebrate the biggest hits from the hottest artistes of the moment.

Let's 'Shake it Off' to our very own Taylor Swift; sing along to 'Flowers' with Miley Cyrus; dust off all our best dance moves and HOT TO GO! With Chappell Roan, and not forgetting the unstoppable Sabrina Carpenter performing all her top hits such as 'Espresso'. Watch the girls delight the audience in this incredible concert with a huge pop party to finish the show.

Flowers and Friendship Bracelets creates unforgettable memories for children and families.... Read more

The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamstead Park, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2FR

Summer Evenings at the Zoo

Summer Evenings at the Zoo

Hertfordshire Zoo
Sat 13th June 2026
6:30pm – 9:30pm

For Everyone

Step into a world of wonder at Summer Evenings at the Zoo!
Join us for an exclusive after-hours adventure like no other! As the sun sets over Hertfordshire, enjoy rare evening access to the zoo and experience our animals in a calm and magical twilight setting.

This year, we're bringing the fiesta to the zoo with a vibrant Mexican theme... and the first 500 guests each evening will receive a FREE sombrero hat to get you into the party spirit! 🎉

Step back in time as you explore our World of Dinosaurs, home to over 40 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs that come to life as the sun goes down.

Discover our incredible animal habitats, from big cats to amazing species from around the world, all open for you to explore in a unique evening atmosphere.... Read more

Hertfordshire Zoo, White Stubbs Lane, Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, EN10 7QA

Summer Evenings at the Zoo

Summer Evenings at the Zoo

Hertfordshire Zoo
Sat 20th June 2026
6:30pm – 9:30pm

For Everyone

Step into a world of wonder at Summer Evenings at the Zoo!
Join us for an exclusive after-hours adventure like no other! As the sun sets over Hertfordshire, enjoy rare evening access to the zoo and experience our animals in a calm and magical twilight setting.

This year, we're bringing the fiesta to the zoo with a vibrant Mexican theme... and the first 500 guests each evening will receive a FREE sombrero hat to get you into the party spirit! 🎉

Step back in time as you explore our World of Dinosaurs, home to over 40 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs that come to life as the sun goes down.

Discover our incredible animal habitats, from big cats to amazing species from around the world, all open for you to explore in a unique evening atmosphere.... Read more

Hertfordshire Zoo, White Stubbs Lane, Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, EN10 7QA

Summer Evenings at the Zoo

Summer Evenings at the Zoo

Hertfordshire Zoo
Sat 27th June 2026
6:30pm – 9:30pm

For Everyone

Step into a world of wonder at Summer Evenings at the Zoo!
Join us for an exclusive after-hours adventure like no other! As the sun sets over Hertfordshire, enjoy rare evening access to the zoo and experience our animals in a calm and magical twilight setting.

This year, we're bringing the fiesta to the zoo with a vibrant Mexican theme... and the first 500 guests each evening will receive a FREE sombrero hat to get you into the party spirit! 🎉

Step back in time as you explore our World of Dinosaurs, home to over 40 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs that come to life as the sun goes down.

Discover our incredible animal habitats, from big cats to amazing species from around the world, all open for you to explore in a unique evening atmosphere.... Read more

Hertfordshire Zoo, White Stubbs Lane, Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, EN10 7QA

The Great Fete

The Great Fete

Hatfield Park
Sat 8th August 2026 - Sun 9th August 2026
12noon - 10pm

Book ahead
For Everyone

A brand-new festival coming to Hertfordshire this August!

Featuring three stages, a food village, comedy, a kids' zone, and a funfair, The Great Fete aims to offer something for everyone. Enjoy some of the most iconic dance acts of the past 30 years on the Saturday, followed by nostalgic sing‑along bands on the Sunday.

Hatfield Park, Great North Road, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL9 5AE

Tudor Merriment

Tudor Merriment

Chiltern Open Air Museum
Sat 15th August 2026 - Sun 16th August 2026
10am - 5pm

For Everyone

Step into the lively world of Tudor England at Tudor Merriment, a colourful and family-friendly living history event at Chiltern Open Air Museum.
Enjoy a day filled with Tudor music, dance and traditional entertainment as costumed performers bring the sights and sounds of the 16th century to life. Watch skilled craftspeople demonstrate period techniques, discover how people lived, worked and celebrated, and take part in games and activities enjoyed by Tudors of all ages.
Meet characters from across Tudor society, from townsfolk and craftspeople to soldiers and entertainers, and explore how everyday life unfolded during one of England's most fascinating periods.
Event highlights
• Tudor music, dance... Read more

Chiltern Open Air Museum, Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St. Giles, Buckinghamshire, HP8 4AB

Listings

Children's activity clubs & classes

Premium Listing

Jigsaw Performing Arts Harpenden

Age: 3 - 18

Booking in advance

Jigsaw was established in 1995 with a desire to pass on the joy of performing arts. The belief in the benefits of performing arts activities for children was the driving force in the creation of Jigsaw and the reason why Jigsaw has continued to grow and become a well established and high quality provider of children's classes. Jigsaw has a team of dedicated and enthusiastic professionals who are committed to delivering fun and exciting dance, drama and singing classes.

Our teachers work in the performing arts industry, have passed our rigorous training programme and have a DBS check.

Every student can benefit, in some way, from the performing arts. While some join us to build a firm foundation for a professional performance career,... Read more

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Aviv Dance Studios

Age: 7 - 18

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Aviv Dance Studios provides Street dance classes & Contemporary classes (term time only) . Aviv Dance Studios is renowned for its spectacular annual performances at the Radlett Centre. We focus on performance, enjoyment & high quality dance training. All our non-syllabus classes provide a place for kids & teens to keep fit, get inspired & challenge the body & mind.

Location:

Katherine Warrington School, Lower Luton Road, Harpenden, AL5 5FH

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AW Dance Academy

Age: 4 - 16

Free trial
Booking in advance

Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary and Street Dance.

Please see website for full timetable.

Location:

All Saints Church, 129 Station Road, Harpenden, AL5 4UU
Manland Primary School, Sauncey Ave, Harpenden, AL5 4QW

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At babyballet® St.Albans and Harpenden we strive to provide an exciting dance experience for little ones that is magical, inclusive and educational too! With classes for babies as young as 6 months old, babyballet® dance classes allow babies, toddlers and young children to enjoy the physical and social benefits of ballet, song and Read more

Location:

The Kinsbourne Common Hall (Fridays), Harpenden, AL5 3QE
The Abbey Theatre (Mondays), St. Albans, AL1 2DL
The Cottonmill Community Centre (Saturdays), St. Albans, AL1 2EF

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Ballet with Zoë

Age: 2 - 6

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Term-time only

Lively (40 minute) ballet classes for all children aged 2-6 years who love to move and express themselves.

Preschoolers aged 2-4 years
Friday 2pm, parent/carer and child class
Accompanied class. Parents/carers are welcome to join in or to watch their little one dance.

Pre-primary (reception year) aged 4-5 years
Wednesday... Read more

Location:

Gibbons Hall, Harpenden Trust Southdown, Harpenden, AL5 1PU
Musicale at St George's, Homecroft, Sun Lane, Harpenden, AL5 4GJ

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Virtual/remote options available
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Contemporary Dance Lessons taught by industry professionals in a fun and supportive environment.

Location:

Katherine Warington School Dance Studio/Sports Cen, Lower Luton Road, Harpenden, AL5 5FH

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SING, DANCE, PLAY and LEARN!

Drama Tots classes are high energy, interactive and fun! In our multi award-winning classes you can expect a new theme every week.

Each session is brought to life with colourful props, such as ribbons, scarves, obstacles, parachutes, puppets, instruments, bubbles and much more!!

Classes are nurturing... Read more

Location:

Harpenden Trust Halls (Thursday am), 130a Southdown Road, Harpenden, AL5 1PU
Trestle Arts Base (Wednesday am), St Albans, AL4 0JQ
St Stephen & St Julian Church (Thursday pm), Watling Street, St Albans, AL1 2PX

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The Services for Young People Friday Night Project at Harpenden Young People's Centre is open to all young people aged 13-17. Harpenden Young People's Centre is a safe space for you to meet new people, develop positive relationships and try out new activities. You can also take part in workshops which develop your skills and confidence, have new experiences and find out about opportunities for young... Read more

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Harpenden Young People's Centre, 27 High Street (above The Library), Harpenden, AL5 2RU

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Gwen Hallam Dance

Age: 4 - 18

Free trial
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Gwen Hallam Dance offers classes in Ballet, Contemporary, Modern and Tap. Our classes follow the Royal Academy of Dance and Imperial Society (ISTD) syllabus with a strong emphasis on fun whilst learning, interaction with friends and developing new skills, artistry and imagination. Alongside syllabus classes we also offer non syllabus Contemporary classes, along with Teen Ballet and Teen Tap.

Location:

St Georges, Sun Lane, Harpenden, AL5 4TD
High Street Methodist Church, High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2RU
Lourdes Hall, Southdown Road, St Albans, AL5 1PD
Batford Methodist Church, Southdown Road, Harpenden, AL5 5AH

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Gymnastics for ages 2-15. From using their imagination and creativity to build confidence while learning key gymnastics movements to using a gymnast-centred approach to develop holistically at their own pace while developing gymnastics fundamental movement patterns.

Gymnastics is a great way for children to increase agility, flexibility, balance and coordination, while having fun and... Read more

Location:

Harpenden Leisure Centre, Leyton Road, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, AL5 2HU

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