Browse the siteWelcome to your essential guide to what's on for children and families over the next few months in and around Hitchin. We also regularly post events, things to do and other news on Facebook and Instagram. If you are looking for Holiday Clubs and Camps we have a dedicated section for those.
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Friday 21st January
Aladdin
Gordon Craig Theatre
Fri 26th November 2021 - Sun 23rd January 2022
It's a magic carpet ride worth waiting for! Widow Twankey wants a husband, evil Abanazaar wants the lamp, Aladdin wants adventure and Wishee Washee wants some Spiderman Pants! - can the Genie grant their wishes?
From the team behind the award winning production of Beauty and The Beast comes this year's stunning family pantomime that is guaranteed to make all your wishes come true!
Saturday 22nd January
Aladdin
Gordon Craig Theatre
Fri 26th November 2021 - Sun 23rd January 2022
It's a magic carpet ride worth waiting for! Widow Twankey wants a husband, evil Abanazaar wants the lamp, Aladdin wants adventure and Wishee Washee wants some Spiderman Pants! - can the Genie grant their wishes?
From the team behind the award winning production of Beauty and The Beast comes this year's stunning family pantomime that is guaranteed to make all your wishes come true!
Sunday 23rd January
Aladdin
Gordon Craig Theatre
Fri 26th November 2021 - Sun 23rd January 2022
It's a magic carpet ride worth waiting for! Widow Twankey wants a husband, evil Abanazaar wants the lamp, Aladdin wants adventure and Wishee Washee wants some Spiderman Pants! - can the Genie grant their wishes?
From the team behind the award winning production of Beauty and The Beast comes this year's stunning family pantomime that is guaranteed to make all your wishes come true!
Saturday 29th January
Mum2Mum Market
Westmill Community Centre
Sat 29th January 2022
2-4pm
MUM2MUM MARKET RETURNS TO HITCHIN!
Saturday 29th January , 2 - 4PM
Westmill Community Centre SG5 2PG
Are you looking for a bargain? Come and have a browse at the great quality, pre-loved books, clothes, toys and equipment all under one roof and at a fraction of the high street cost.
***STALLS AVAILABLE FOR BOOKING NOW***
Don't miss this fun, no fuss opportunity to... Read more
Monday 14th February
Museum Minis
St Albans Museum and Gallery
Mon 14th February 2022
1-2 pm and 2-3pm
Looking for a way to keep little ones occupied?
Join us at St Albans Museum + Gallery for a story, craft activity and a museum hunt.
Suitable for children aged 2 - 4 years, accompanied by an adult.
Book ahead online or pay in person at the museum.
February 14th The Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown
No matter how far bunny... Read more
Find out more:
www.stalbansmuseums.org.uk
Saturday 26th February
Peppa Pig's Best Day Ever
The Alban Arena
Sat 26th February 2022 - Sun 27th February 2022
10am, 1pm & 4pm
Peppa Pig is excited to be going on a special day out with George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig - it's going to be her best day ever!
Get ready for a road-trip full of fun adventures. From castles to caves, dragons to dinosaurs and ice-creams to muddy puddles - there is something for all of the family and their friends to enjoy, including Miss Rabbit, Mr Bull, Suzy Sheep, Gerald Giraffe and... Read more
Sunday 27th February
Peppa Pig's Best Day Ever
The Alban Arena
Sat 26th February 2022 - Sun 27th February 2022
10am, 1pm & 4pm
Peppa Pig is excited to be going on a special day out with George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig - it's going to be her best day ever!
Get ready for a road-trip full of fun adventures. From castles to caves, dragons to dinosaurs and ice-creams to muddy puddles - there is something for all of the family and their friends to enjoy, including Miss Rabbit, Mr Bull, Suzy Sheep, Gerald Giraffe and... Read more
Monday 14th March
Museum Minis
St Albans Museum and Gallery
Mon 14th March 2022
1-2 pm and 2-3pm
Looking for a way to keep little ones occupied?
Join us at St Albans Museum + Gallery for a story, craft activity and a museum hunt.
Suitable for children aged 2 - 4 years, accompanied by an adult.
Book ahead online or pay in person at the museum.
March 14th The Suitcase by Chris Naylor-Ballesteros
A strange creature... Read more
Find out more:
www.stalbansmuseums.org.uk
Sunday 10th April
Handmade Craft Fair
The Olde Watermill Shopping Village
Sun 10th April 2022
10am - 4pm
Come and browse a selection of unique and bespoke items created by our talented crafters all in the setting of an ancient watermill in the heart of the Bedfordshire Countryside.
Over 30 stalls of handcrafted homewares, candles, bath bombs, candles, clothing items and lots more in our outdoor market area.
Plus 20+ independent retailers, an indoor play area for under 5's and a quaint restaurant... Read more
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