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Hertford Barns Day Nursery
13th October-24th November 2025
Venue: Cole Green
Website: childbasepartnership.com/nursery/hertford-barns-day-nursery/
The changing seasons provide the opportunity for exciting new learning experiences at the Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ Hertford Barns Day Nursery. There's something for every child from six weeks to...
Hertford Junior Parkrun
13th October-24th November 2025
Venue: Hartham Common
Address: Hertford
Website: www.parkrun.org.uk/hertford-juniors/
A fun and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds). The aim is to have fun so go along and join in whatever your pace! Free but please register before your first run. Held every Sunday...
Hertfordshire County Council Fostering
13th October-24th November 2025
Venue: Hertfordshire
Website: www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/fosterHELP
In Hertfordshire, there is an urgent need for more foster carers to help children stay in their local area. The county council runs a non-profit fostering service and as a foster carer, you’ll receive...
North Hertfordshire Museum
13th October-24th November 2025
Venue: North Hertfordshire Museum, Hitchin
Address: Hitchin
Website: northhertsmuseum.org
Pop in this half term to this free local attraction for the whole family. Over Halloween, the kids can take part in one of the spooky craft workshops (bookable) or pick up a free activity trail or puzzle...
Santa Specials
13th October-24th November 2025
Venue: Epping Ongar Railway
Website: www.eorailway.co.uk/events
Santa returns for Christmas cheer! Join Santa, his elves, musicians and magicians on a festive steam train adventure. Every child receives a special gift (if they’re good!). Don’t miss the big friendly...
Stagecoach Performing Arts Classes
13th October-24th November 2025
Venue: Various Locations
Website: www.stagecoach.co.uk
Through the power of the performing arts, Stagecoach has been helping children and young people reach their full potential since 1988. Find out more about their singing, dancing and acting classes by visiting...
Stevenage Junior Parkrun
13th October-24th November 2025
Venue: Hampson Park
Address: Stevenage
Website: www.parkrun.org.uk/stevenage-juniors/
A fun and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds). The aim is to have fun so go along and join in whatever your pace! Free but please register before your first run. Held every Sunday...
The Homes for Ukraine Scheme
13th October-24th November 2025
Venue: Hertfordshire
Website: www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/Ukraine-Sunflower
Can you support Ukrainian guests by offering them a place to stay? If so, at Hertfordshire County Council they can support you under the Homes for Ukraine scheme. All you need is a spare room and Hertfordshire...
TISKA Karate Classes
13th October-24th November 2025
Venue: Borehamwood, London Colney and St Albans
Website: www.tiskakarate-stalbans.co.uk
These karate classes are run by experienced Senior Instructors with TISKA who have been teaching karate for over 15 years. Classes have been designed with the complete beginner in mind and families are...
Wendover Woods
13th October-24th November 2025
Venue: Wendover Woods
Address: Buckinghamshire
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/wendover-woods
Wendover Woods is one of Buckinghamshire’s most inviting outdoor destinations. Children can enjoy well-designed play areas, while adults can explore miles of marked trails with breathtaking views of...
Land of Lights Lantern Festival
18th October-28th February 2026
Venue: Gulliver’s Land
Website: miltonkeynes.landoflights.co.uk
The award-winning Land of Lights returns to Milton Keynes for a fourth season. Wander through dazzling portals into dreamworlds, explore larger-than-life lanterns, and discover why families return year...
Twits and Tricks Weekend Storytelling
19th October-29th November 2025
Venue: The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre
Address: Buckinghamshire
Website: www.roalddahlmuseum.org/event/twits-storytelling/
Head to the indoor Wondrous Woods room to enjoy storytelling from The Twits and Revolting Rhymes, led by their expert storytellers. They’ll bring the words to life and you can join in with noises and...
Mary Poppins
29th October-22nd November 2025
Venue: Milton Keynes Theatre
Address: Milton Keynes
Website: www.atgtickets.com/shows/mary-poppins/milton-keynes-theatre/
Smash hit musical Mary Poppins is coming to Milton Keynes Theatre this autumn. Featuring dazzling choreography, incredible effects and unforgettable songs, it’s a show for all the family.
The Smeds and The Smoos
3rd-4th November 2025
Venue: The Radlett Centre
Address: Hertfordshire
Website: www.radlettcentre.co.uk/What-s-On/Children/Smeds-Smoos
On a far-off planet, Smeds and Smoos can’t be friends. So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love and zoom off into space together, how will their families get them back? Soar into space with this Olivier...
Spot's Birthday Party
8th-9th November 2025
Venue: The Spotlight
Address: Hoddesdon
Website: www.thespotlightvenue.com/whats-on/spots-birthday-party/324
Join Spot and his friends for this engaging and interactive show for everyone age 2+ and their grown-ups. Based on the beloved Eric Hill classic Happy Birthday Spot, this brand-new adaptation is the perfect...
St Albans Fireworks Spectacular 2025
8th November 2025
Venue: Verulamium Park
Address: St Albans
Website: www.stalbanscathedral.org/Event/st-albans-fireworks-spectacular
Enjoy a spectacular display, raising money for local charities The Hospice of St Francis and The Daylight Club. Gates open from 6pm, fireworks at 7.30pm.
Tring: Tactile Explorers
8th November 2025
Venue: The Natural History Museum at Tring
Address: Hertfordshire
Website: www.nhm.ac.uk/events/tring-tactile-explorers.html
Blind and partially sighted children and their families are invited to this special event. Get hands-on with real Museum specimens led by trained facilitators. Each event will explore a different theme....
SENDsational Mornings at Tring
9th November 2025
Venue: The Natural History Museum at Tring
Address: Hertfordshire
Website: www.nhm.ac.uk/events/sendsational-mornings-at-tring.html
The SENDsational mornings offer children with neurodiverse conditions, including autism and other sensory processing difficulties, the chance to take part in activities and enjoy the galleries with their...
Spooky Stories
9th November 2025
Venue: Sopwell Ruins
Address: St Albans
Website: www.stalbansmuseums.org.uk/whats-on/spooky-stories
Visit the spooky ruins of Sopwell Nunnery for a unique storytelling performance exploring magic, myth and legend. Professional storyteller Olivia Armstrong will reimagine tales of fairies, werewolves and...
Titchy Toddlers: Tricks and Inventions
14th November 2025
Venue: The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre
Address: Great Missenden
Website: www.roalddahlmuseum.org/event/titchy-toddlers-tricks/
Enjoy exclusive access to the Museum for little ones from 6 months to 4 years old and their adults. Toddle around the galleries, join in with special activities and take part in some Roald Dahl storytelling....
Elio (PG)
15th-16th November 2025
Venue: Broadway Cinema & Theatre
Website: www.broadway-letchworth.com/cinema/whats-on/2025/11/15/
In this animated sci-fi adventure, a space-obsessed boy impulsively volunteers to sort out an intergalactic crisis after a society of peace-loving aliens mistakes him for Earth's leader.
Step into Christmas
18th November 2025
Venue: The Alban Arena
Address: St Albans, Hertfordshire
Website: everyonetheatres.com/whats-on/step-into-christmas-3/
This spectacular Christmas concert is the ultimate way to kickstart your festive celebrations, guaranteed to fill your heart with holiday cheer and have you singing along from start to finish. Packed with...
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
18th-20th November 2025
Venue: The Radlett Centre
Address: Hertfordshire
Website: www.radlettcentre.co.uk/What-s-On/Children/Very-Hungry-Caterpillar
The production faithfully adapts four stories by author/illustrator Eric Carle: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubber Ducks, The Very Busy Spider and of course, the star of the show – The Very Hungry...
Swan Lake
20th November 2025
Venue: The Alban Arena
Address: Hertfordshire
Website: everyonetheatres.com/whats-on/swan-lake-performed-by-the-imperial-ballet/
Imperial Classical Ballet® is proud to return to the UK with their breathtaking production of Swan Lake. A feast for the eyes and soul, this production of Swan Lake promises to enchant audiences of all...
Dick Whittington & His Cat
21st November-18th January 2026
Venue: The Gordon Craig Theatre
Address: Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Website: everyonetheatres.com/whats-on/dick-whittington-his-cat/
Join intrepid hero Dick Whittington and his extraordinary cat on their quest for fame, fortune and fantastic adventures as they journey to London to become Lord Mayor. Will he outsmart the evil King Rat...
Knebworth Christmas Fair
21st-23rd November 2025
Venue: Knebworth House
Website: knebworthhouse.com/Event/knebworth-christmas-fair/?wcs_timestamp=1763717400
The Knebworth Christmas Fair is packed with Christmas gifts, presents for all ages and delicious festive food and drink, this really is a festive event that everyone can enjoy. Indulge in the magic of...
Christmas at Gulliver’s
29th November-23rd December 2025
Venue: Gulliver’s Land
Website: www.gulliverslandresort.co.uk/christmas-at-gullivers
All Christmas theme park packages include a visit to Santa's Grotto with the opportunity for children to choose their own gift. If you want to extend the fun then book a fantastic festive short break.
Aladdin
5th-31st December 2025
Venue: The Alban Arena
Address: Hertfordshire
Website: everyonetheatres.com/whats-on/aladdin-2025/
Don’t miss Aladdin at The Alban Arena! It promises to be their biggest and most spectacular family pantomime yet, with lavish sets, hilarious jokes, and fun for the whole family! Starring TV legend Steve...
Cinderella
5th-31st December 2025
Venue: The Questors Theatre
Address: Ealing
Website: questors.org.uk/cinderella
Expect big tunes and even bigger hair as Cyndi takes charge and lets her ‘True Colours’ show in a feel-good family pantomime full of romance, rebellion and ridiculousness. Get ready for a riotous retelling...
Cinderella
12th-31st December 2025
Venue: Wyllyotts Theatre
Address: Potters Bar
Website: wyllyottstheatre.co.uk/whats-on/cinderella-2025/#
Get swept away by the enchantment of this year’s spellbinding pantomime Cinderella. A classic tale of magic and true love! When left at home by her sisters, Cinders cannot go to the ball, but with some...
Dick Whittington
21st-29th December 2025
Venue: Saffron Hall
Address: Saffron Walden
Website: www.saffronhall.com/whats-on/view/dick-whittington
Step into a world of fun, laughter, and adventure as Dick Whittington sets out to seek his fortune and make the streets 'paved with gold' a reality! Packed with spectacular sets, dazzling costumes, show-stopping...