What's On This Weekend In Hitchin And The Surrounding Area

Published: 8th May 2024

It's time for your weekly round-up of what's going on in Hitchin and the surrounding area!

You can find the full list of events in the calendar on the What's On section of the website.

Please do check ticket availability and that events are definitely going ahead before travelling.

Happening right here in Hitchin

eco day
Hitchin Eco Day on Hitchin Market Place
Sat 11th May 2024 10am - 2pm
FREE
Hitchin Eco Day is back! A fun day for the whole family to explore sustainability in our great town. Shop eco-friendly products, learn about environmental campaigns and have fun at the interactive activities around the Market Place.
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Next Page Books Storytime & Crafts
Saturdays 2:30pm
FREE
We run these at the shop on Saturday afternoons at 2:30pm. No need to book, just come along. We will read one or more stories and either make a simple craft or run an activity like singing or parachute or a game.
All very relaxed and informal, all ages welcome but ideally suited to the very young - pre school - children.
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Kids
Kids 'Hide and Seek' Collage Workshop at North Herts Museum
Sat 11th May 2024 10:45-11:30 or 11:45-12:30
Local visual artist Yoshie Allan is joining us for a limited time! Bring your little ones along to a 45-minute session ran by Yoshie where they will draw their favourite animals, or motifs, collage them with various fabrics, and then finish them off with some playful paint to create a unique 'Hide and Seek' piece of art.
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Sunday Garden Club - all welcome!
Sunday Garden Club at Triangle Community Garden
Sun 12th May 2024
FREE (but you must pre-book)
Sunday Garden Club aims to bring people together to have fun creating, maintaining and developing areas and features within the Triangle Garden and its Forest Garden. You'll be doing meaningful activities in nature, working with others, learning new skills and hopefully making new friends. Everyone is welcome including accompanied children and we ask that parents take an active role in helping their children get the most out of being at the garden. This is a free event but please book your place so we know how many people are coming.
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"Hitchin Treasure Trail" Map
Have you seen Hitchin has its on Treasure Trail map? Kids can follow this beautifully illustrated, fantasy-themed treasure map to explore Hitchin town in a totally new and exciting way. Discover hidden treasures, learn a little local history a long the way, and gain new adventuring skills. Fun for all the family, a great way to get out and about to enjoy your town, can be used time and time again. Purchase your copy from Hitchin Information shop at 1a Churchyard, only £6.99.
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Hitchin Markets
Friday - Antiques and General Market until 3pm
Saturday - General Market until 4:30pm
Sunday - Flea Market (Open to all - £10 per pitch, no need to book) 6am - 1:00pm
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Nearby (within 30 minutes' drive)

Family Kids' Club Screenings at The Broadway Cinema, Letchworth
Saturdays and Sundays 10:30am
LOW COST (£1.75 per person)
Family films for just £1.75 per person at The Broadway Kids Club screenings.
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Palestinian Culture Event at Howgill, Letchworth
Sat 11th May 2024 2-5pm
FREE ENTRY
Join North Herts Palestine Solidarity Campaign for a Palestine Culture Event for all the family!
Activities:
- Palestinian dance
- Palestinian food and cake
- Live music
- Art workshop
- Craft sales table
- Children's activities
- Face painting
- Poetry readings
- Raffle
Free entry. Profits from stalls, food and raffle go to Palestine Trauma Centre UK.
Please RSVP by 1 May by emailing [email protected]
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20th Anniversary Stotfold Steam Fair & Country Show at Stotfold Mill
Sat 11th May 2024 - Sun 12th May 2024 10.30am - 5pm
Now in its 20th year, the Stotfold Mill Steam Fair and Country Show has become one of the most popular events in Central Bedfordshire, attracting thousands of visitors from all over the UK. Combining the wonders of steam power with a variety of entertainment, the Steam Fair offers a fantastic day out for families and steam fans alike. The funds generated by the Steam Fair are essential for keeping Stotfold Mill and its Nature Reserve open for all to enjoy as a visitor attraction - free of charge. Your support helps us to keep the wheels of history turning.
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FAMILY STEPPERS- Day Party at The Fox and Duck, Stotfold
Sat 11th May 2024 2pm-late
FREE ENTRY
After the success of our event last year- we return to the marquee and garden of the Fox and Duck for a final event before the lease runs out at the venue. Daytime party, run by parents who like to dance- featuring Old Skool Garage, Dubstep and Drum and Bass- Nice vibes! Vinyl only selections from our own record collections, drawing from playing 25 years + of raves, festivals and radio, with sound powered by our good friends Alliance Sound System. FREE ENTRY - Food served all day. Covered Marquee if the British weather tries to dampen the day! Bring the whole family and bring the vibes. We'll be bringing ours!
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Baldock Festival
Fri 3rd May 2024 - Sun 19th May 2024 12-4pm
The Baldock Festival brings together 1000's of people from across North Hertfordshire over two weeks of activities in May each year. See website for full details of all the events.
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Best of British at Shuttleworth
Sun 12th May 2024
A popular event in previous years, our Best of British Air Show commemorates the history of aviation and automotive technology in Great Britain, as well as the influence it has had across the whole world. Shuttleworth is proud to house the oldest airworthy British aircraft, aeroplanes that have played their part in defending the British skies, as well as racers, gliders, motor vehicles and agricultural equipment that all could be classed as the very best of what this country has created. The day will feature thrilling air displays from both the Shuttleworth Collection of vintage aircraft, as well as dramatic performances from a host of visitors that will be joining us across the UK.
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Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
Sat 11th May 2024 - Sun 12th May 2024
Enjoy Knebworth House, Gardens and Dinosaur Trail on select weekends.
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Kid Zone 2024 - Juke Box Peddle Bike, plus Facepainting at Event Island, Stevenage
Sun 12th May 2024 11-3pm
FREE
Monthly series of free events full of fun for children and families on Event Island in the Town Centre.
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Circus Vegas at Fairlands Valley Park, Stevenage
Wed 8th May 2024 - Sun 12th May 2024
THIS YEAR a new death-defying circus is touring in the United Kingdom, celebrating 256 years of circus performances with the ultimate show to remember. A one-of-a-kind performance, featuring the most talented dare devil performers from across the Globe showcasing this Las Vegas production. For a discount call the box office on 07494774008 or online with Ticketmaster and quote 'ACROBAT' Must be booked at least 24 hours before showtime.
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Brambleton Model Railway Club Spring Open Day at Brambleton Model Railway Club, Harpenden
Sat 11th May 2024 2pm - 5.30pm
LOW COST (£10 for family of 4)
Our open days are a great way of showing off to the public what our club is all about. It provides us with a chance to run the railway as it was originally intended, while providing the public with a chance to see a great variety of rolling stock (O gauge circuit) & live steam narrow gauge (16 mm). Prices : Adults £4.00, Children £2.00, Family (2+2): £10.
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Living Crafts at Hatfield Park
Thu 9th May 2024 - Sun 12th May 2024 10.00 - 17.00
Come and enjoy a creative day out for all the family as Living Crafts celebrates with a special 40th Anniversary show. Hosting hundreds of specially chosen designer-makers with crafts in action at its heart, this is the place to buy beautiful British craft or commission a special piece . There's a packed programme of wonderful workshops (bookable in advance) with life drawing, pyrography, Pottery Throwdown and spoon carving being new for 2024. Budding creatives can try feltmaking, clay sculpture, chocolate making and block printing and have fun making their own masterpiece to take home. With demonstrations, live music, fabulous festival food and drink, this is a buzzing showground with so much to do and see. Save money by booking your tickets in advance.
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Further Afield

Woodland Adventure Days at Audley End Miniature Railway, Saffron Walden
Mon 15th April 2024 - Fri 24th May 2024
Our Woodland Adventure Days run throughout the year, whenever we don't have an event on. They are a relaxed off-peak, great-value day out. A lovely day out for parents and grandparents to take the little ones somewhere for a few hours, while the bigger ones are at school.
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Garg's animal encounters at Cammas Hall Farm, Needham Green
Sun 12th May 2024 1.30pm - 2.45pm
Garg's Animal Encounters gives you the chance to get up close and personal with some fascinating animals. The encounter is full of lots of information about the animals as well as amazing facts, with lots of fun and laughter along the way. This is suitable for children aged 4 years and above and for every paying child you get one free accompanying adult place. Additional adults must purchase a ticket.
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