24th July to 5th Sept - Summer Spectacular - Willows Farm Village Make sure you find your way out from our A-maize-ing Maze in time to take part in our popular traditional sports day races. There’s all day family entertainment with a packed programme of activities and events.
Tel. 0870 129 9718
Sun 25th July - It's a Knockout! - In aid of NACC (Colitis & Chrohn's) - Old Albanian's Rugby Ground, Harpenden Road
Charity event full of fun also includes Tom Jones Tribute, Bouncy Castle, Children's games and Face Painting. Opens to the public at 11:30 event finshes 4pm.
£3 entry on the gate, children under 16 go free!
Sun 25th July - Sunday Stories - Museum of St Albans
Storytime sessions for under 7s. Every last Sunday of the month 3-4pm.
National Archeology Month - Mr Benn Gladiator puts on armour and goes back in time. Come for stories; try on armour and other activities.
Cost £1.00 ( All sessions free to members of the St Albans Children's Book Group on production on membership card).
Tel 01727 819340
fiona.charlesworth@stalbans.gov.uk
26th July - 21 Nov - Big Bugs exhibition - The Natural History Museum Tring
Massive mini-beasts. Be amazed by the world's most enormous insects and arachnids from the Museum's collections at our fantastic summer exhibition. Free Big Bugs exhibition
Tel: 020 7942 6171
Sat 31st July - Fireman Sam - Pontypandy Rocks at The Alban Arena
The hero next door is back in a brand new show live on stage - Pontypandy Rocks!
Join Fireman Sam and all his friends as Pontypandy hosts its first ever music festival!
Tickets £12.00 1pm & 3:30pm.
Box Office 01727 844488
Aug 2010
Until 21 Nov - Big Bugs exhibition - The Natural History Museum Tring
Massive mini-beasts. Be amazed by the world's most enormous insects and arachnids from the Museum's collections at our fantastic summer exhibition. Free Big Bugs exhibition
Tel: 020 7942 6171
Sun 1st Aug - Robin Hood - Children's Theatre in the Park - Hatfield House
Cambridge Touring Theatre presents their very funny musical romp through the world of Robin Hood, Friar Tuck, the Sherriff of Nottingham and Maid Marian. ! Held in the Park, please bring low backed seating or rugs. Picnics welcome. The performance starts at 3pm and will take place regardless of weather conditions.
Adults £12, Child £10, Family (2 + up to 4 children). Children under 3 years free.
Tel: 01707 287010
Tues 3rd, Wed 4th, Thurs 5th, Fri 6th - Shrek Forever After: The Final Chapter (PG) - The Alban Arena
In the fourth of the series, Shrek (Mike Myers) starts longing for the days before domesticated family life when he felt like a ‘real ogre’
and is tricked into signing a contract with the smooth-talking deal maker, Rumpelstiltskin
Tickets £4, 1:30pm, runnig time 93 mins
Box Office 01727 844488
7th Aug - Honey Day - The Natural History Museum Tring
A day for children and adults alike, Honey Day is back for its second year. Find out about the nature on your doorstep with local beekeepers and wildlife organisations. Sample some local produce, have your face painted or try out some craft activities and our free trail for children. Free event suitable for all ages.
Tel: 020 7942 6171
Wed 11th Aug - The Lucky Gingerbread Man - Stockwood Discovery Park
The Magic Book Theatre presents a puppet show for young children about a gingerbread man. This popular show uses table top puppets, shadow puppets and everyday objects for imaginative storytelling. The show lasts approximately 30 minutes and is suitable for children from 2–5 years.
Shows start at 10.45am and 11.30am - £3 per child.
Please book on 01582 548600
Thurs 12th Aug - Family Activity Day - Shaw's Corner
Wildlife-themed activities for ages 3 and upwards! Explore and learn. Held in the extensive garden, but some activities are under cover. No charge for activities, however normal admission charges apply. There will be a variety of activities, including crafts, trails, stories and bug-hunts. Bring outdoor clothing, footwear and a picnic. 12pm - 5pm
shawscorner@nationaltrust.org.uk
Tel: Sue Morgan / Emily Watts, 01438 820307
Thurs 19th Aug - Family Activity Day 2 - Shaw's Corner
Wildlife-themed activities for ages 3 and upwards! Explore and learn. Held in the extensive garden, but some activities are under cover. No charge for activities, however normal admission charges apply. There will be a variety of activities, including crafts, trails, stories and bug-hunts. Bring outdoor clothing, footwear and a picnic. 12pm - 5pm
shawscorner@nationaltrust.org.uk
Tel: Sue Morgan / Emily Watts, 01438 820307
Fri 20-Sun 22nd Aug - Hatfield House Country Show
Highlights of the show are the traditional breed shows and the children's farm, the dancing sheep show and the milking demonstration. In the Fine Food marquee you will find a tempting selection of foods and drinks to try. Book in advance and save 20%! Adult £11, Child £5 Family £30
Tel: 01707 287010
Sat 21st Aug - Teddy Bears picnic - Lydekker Park Harpenden
If you go down to Lydekker Park between 11.00 am- 2.00pm, you are sure of a big surprise as this is the date of the sixth Annual Teddy Bears Picnic. The Park will be alive with Teddy Bears and their young owners, hopefully making the most of the sun and the free entertainment on offer.Why don't you join the Town Mayor and be entertained by 'Smartie Artie' who will be performing two shows, a bouncy castle, and also have your face painted?
For any further information please contact Sarah Norwood.
sarah.norwood@harpenden.gov.uk
Tel: 01582 768278
Fri 27th- Min 30th Aug - Harpenden common summer funfair
Sun 29th Aug - Sunday Stories - Museum of St Albans Storytime sessions for under 7s. Every last Sunday of the month 3-4pm.
Four Friends in the Garden - Weather permitting, bring a picnic and your friends for stories and activities in the wildlife garden.
Cost £1.00 ( All sessions free to members of the St Albans Children's Book Group on production on membership card).
fiona.charlesworth@stalbans.gov.uk
Tel 01727 819340
Sun 29th Aug - The Secret Garden- Children's Theatre in the Park - Hatfield House
Heartbreak Theatre company present a performance of the classic tale 'The Secret Garden' for children. Held in the park at 4pm. Please bring low backed chairs or rugs. Picnics welcome. Adults £15, child £10.
Tel: 01707 287010
Mon 30th Aug (Bank Holiday) - Family Fun Day - Butterfly World
10.00-5.00 Kids wearing butterfly wings come in for free; butterfly pageant; face-painting; story-telling; butterfly fairy hunt and much more...
Tel: 01727 869203
Sept 2010
Until 21 Nov - Big Bugs exhibition - The Natural History Museum Tring
Massive mini-beasts. Be amazed by the world's most enormous insects and arachnids from the Museum's collections at our fantastic summer exhibition. Free Big Bugs exhibition
Tel: 020 7942 6171
Back to School
Thurs 16 Sept - Ladybird Art- The Natural History Museum Tring
10:15 - 10:45, 14:00 - 14:30
Glue and stick to create a giant ladybird. Drop-in session. Tickets £1 .Most suitable for children under 5.
Tel: 020 7942 6171
Sat 18th Sept – The Princess and the Frog (U) – The Maltings Arts Theatre
A fairy tale set in Jazz Age-era New Orleans and centred on a young girl named Tiana and her fateful kiss with a frog prince who desperately wants to be human again.
2pm 97min. Tickets £2.50.
Tel: 01727 844222
Sat 18th Sept, Sun 19th Sept - Peppa Pig's Party Live On Stage at The Alban Arena
Saturday 18 September - 1.00pm & 4.00pm, Sunday 19 September - 10.00am & 1.00pm
Peppa is a playful little pig who lives with her little brother George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig. Today is a very special day. It’s Peppa Pig’s birthday. Peppa Pig’s Party is a chance for all her young friends across the UK to join in the fun with Suzy Sheep, Danny Dog and Emily Elephant for her perfect party.
Tickets £12.50 & £14.50
Box Office 01727 844488
Sept 26th - The Patchwork Quilt with stories and actvities - Museum of St Albans 9a Hatfield Road, St Albans AL1 3RR
Tel: 01727 819340
Oct 2010
Until 21 Nov - Big Bugs exhibition - The Natural History Museum Tring
Massive mini-beasts. Be amazed by the world's most enormous insects and arachnids from the Museum's collections at our fantastic summer exhibition. Free Big Bugs exhibition
Tel: 020 7942 6171
16th- 31st Oct - Pumpkin Festival - Willows Farm Village
A FREE pumpkin for every child throughout our fantastic Pumpkin Festival. There’s a brilliant pumpkin carving area with daily prizes for the best pumpkin plus a daily programme of themed activities to keep the children entertained all day long.
Tel. 0870 129 9718
Wed 27th Oct – How to Train Your Dragon (PG) - The Maltings Arts Theatre
A hapless young Viking who aspires to hunt dragons becomes the unlikely friend of a young dragon himself, and learns there may be more to the creatures than he assumed.
2pm 98 min. Tickets £2.50
Tel: 01727 844222
Sat 30th Oct - Sonia The Baby Seal and the Ice Queen - Harpenden Public Halls
Join Sonia on her fun filled adventure as she tries to make her way home. A theatre show of magic, music and exotic multi- coloured fish!
Starts at 2pm £5.00
Box Office: 01582 767 525
Oct 31st - Winnie Flies Again - Museum of St Albans
Come dressed for the occasion and listen to some stories plus activities before you fly off to other Halloween celebrations
9a hatfield Road, St Albans AL1 3RR
Tel: 01727 819340
Nov 2010
Sat 6th Nov - The Dragons Daughter - Harpenden Public Halls, Harpenden
This timeless adventure will whisk you away to a world of magic and make-believe. Incorporating bewitching music, and beautifully hand carved puppets, this is a gentle and funny tale about a brave little boy with a big imagination, and a scared little dragon with a very big heart.
2pm £5.00
Box Office: 01582 767 525
Sat 13th Nov - Boogie Pete Live! - Harpenden Public Halls, Harpenden
Are you ready to boogie with Pete from Boogie Beebies? Featuring all your favourite songs and dances including Go, Go Mango, Hey Monkey and Ocean Motion!
2pm £5.
Box Office: 01582 767 525
Until 21 Nov - Big Bugs exhibition - The Natural History Museum Tring
Massive mini-beasts. Be amazed by the world's most enormous insects and arachnids from the Museum's collections at our fantastic summer exhibition. Free Big Bugs exhibition.
Tel: 020 7942 6171
Sat 27th Nov – Scarecrow by Mike Kenny - The Maltings Arts Theatre
Children’s Theatre - 'Here come them flipping, flapping, flip flop clapping crows'! This story of music, movement, puppetry and fun is perfect for over 5s and their families.
Tickets £5.00
Tel: 01727 844222
Nov 28th - A Little Bit of Winter - Museum of St Albans
With stories about sharing, caring and an activity to help our feathered friend at this time of year. Please phone the museum to book this session.
9a hatfield Road, St Albans AL1 3RR Tel: 01727 819340
Dec 2010