What’s On JUNE

SAT-SUN

17th - 18th

BIG EVENT - ART ON THE COMMON – BIG EVENT

Established over 30 years ago, Art on the Common in Harpenden is Hertfordshire’s premier outdoor art event. It takes place in a wonderful location on a tree lined section of the Common close to the Town Centre. We look forward to welcoming back more than 50 local artists. This event, coinciding with Harpenden’s Summer Carnival, is a wonderful opportunity to view and purchase incredible artwork including paintings, ceramic, fine art photography, jewellery, sculpture and more. Art on the Common opens at 10am on Saturday 17th and 11am on Sunday, closing at 5pm on both days. For more information visit www.harpenden.gov.uk/events-and-markets

SUNDAY 18th

SUNDAY 18th

BIG EVENT - LARKS IN THE PARK – BIG EVENT

This popular event at Batford Springs includes a variety of activities and entertainment for all ages, bringing together the community to enjoy outdoor fun! Enjoy food and drinks from the stalls or bring a picnic to one of our most treasured green spaces. For more information visit www.harpenden.gov.uk/events-and-markets

Fathers Day Jousting at Knebworth House

The turrets and towers of Knebworth House will provide a spectacular backdrop to the costumed Knights on majestic warhorses galloping at full tilt across the arena in a fantastic display of horsemanship. The crowds are encouraged to cheer and jeer the Knights as they demonstrate their skill.There are two scheduled jousting displays at 12pm and 2.30pm (dependent on weather). Event Address: Knebworth House, Old Knebworth Lane, Stevenage SG1 2AX. (Sat Nav use the post code of the Stevenage Novotel – SG1 2AX) For more information please visit: www.knebworthhouse.com/

WEDNESDAY

21st

THURSDAY 22nd

Do You Believe In Ghosts

An experiential ghost story, unlike anything you have ever experienced before. Welcome to a haunting night at the theatre. Are you feeling brave? If you are, join us, and we will tell you all the secrets of what goes on when the theatre goes dark. When the only thing to guide you is the Ghost Light. To keep mischievous spirits away – or maybe just to light the way for the ghosts who call it their home. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk

Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Arrival – The Hits of ABBA

ARRIVAL’s multi award-winning show is returning for 2023 following sell out shows in more than 30 countries worldwide, bringing the magic of ABBA to the UK. The high-energy production features ABBA’s best loved hits including ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘Super Trouper’, ‘Voulez Vous’, and of course ‘Waterloo’, plus material from the most-recent album Voyage! Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk

Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

What’s On JUNE 80’s Live

FRIDAY

23rd

Get ready as we bring you the biggest 80s party show to tour the UK – 80s Live!

We will be heading down the Atlanta Highway, so bring your jukebox money and get ready to Jitterbug, with this brand new action packed show for 2022 & 23. The ultimate 80s night out, so come dressed to impress as we spin you around and around for a night to remember. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk

Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR. For more information please visit: www. the-emc.co.uk/events

SATURDAY 24th

SATURDAY 24th

Magic of the Beatles

The incredible cast not only look and sound like John, Paul, George, and Ringo, they also generate that famed, incredible excitement of The Beatles – with the Fab Four’s unique sense of humour thrown in for good measure too. Enjoy She Loves You, A Hard Day’s Night, Help!, I Feel Fine, Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, Hey Jude, Here Comes the Sun, Get Back and more. Playing to ecstatic sell-out audiences all over the world – The Magic of the Beatles is all you need for an unforgettable night of million-selling memories. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR. For more information please visit: www. the-emc.co.uk/events

The Serial Killer Next Door

One of the UK’s most notable Psychological Therapists and Crime commentators Emma Kenny discusses what creates a serial killer.Emma Kenny will take you on a journey looking at what ingredients of possibility lead to body counts by killers like Ted Bundy, John Wayne Gacy, Jeffrey Dahmer, and John Paul Knowles. What creates a serial killer, and could anything have prevented their potential being activated, or were they simply born to kill? Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk

Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

SATURDAY 24th

Wines of South Africa Summer Tasting

Join Cellar Door Wines in The Riding School at Hatfield Park from 2pm – 6pm for an afternoon filled with vibrant South African atmosphere. There will be a jazz band inside, traditional Zulu dancers performing in The Stable Yard and authentic South African street food by Now Now Chow. Taste over 100 wines from every region and style in the Cape Winelands. Event Address: Hatfield Park, Great North Road, Hatfield, Herts AL9 5HX. For more details please visit: www.hatfield-house.co.uk

9th July HIGHLAND GATHERING

Harpenden Lions Highland Gathering is a great day out with a ‘Scottish flavour’, including several pipe and drum bands, highland dancing competitions and displays as well as solo piping. Plus traditional highland games heavy events including ‘weight over the bar’, ‘tossing the caber’ and ‘putting the stone’, arena displays, stage performances and activities for children & families.

For more information please visit: https://harpenden-lions.co.uk/highland-gathering

Sat 15th - Sun 16th July - Great British Food Festival at Knebworth House

The Great British Food Festival is back again bringing amazing artisan producers, scrumptious street food, brilliant bars and live entertainment this July. The perfect recipe for a fun, foodie, family day out! There is a fabulous line-up of top chefs and bakers this year with some names you may recognise alongside some of the best chefs from local restaurants and pubs. Each chef will showcase a different dish and techniques. The Chef Demos run on all days, with the line-up changing each day, and at each event. Demos start on the hour, each hour from 11am to 4pm, and they are all free to attend! So, come and grab a seat and learn something new. Event Address: Knebworth House, Old Knebworth Lane, Stevenage SG1 2AX.( Sat Nav use the post code of the Stevenage Novotel – SG1 2AX) For more information please visit: www.knebworthhouse.com/

Sat

22 Jul - Gin & Rum festival at St Albans

Cathedral Event Time 12:30 - 22:30

You’ll be spoilt for choice with over 120 different Gin & Rums to choose from. Chose your new favourite tipple, while having a boogey along to some live entertainment and their award-winning DJ. You’ll even get the chance to rub shoulders with some of their hand selected distillers and enjoy their samples. If you feel like it, why not purchase a bottle to take home?

For more information and for tickets please visit: www.ginandrumfestival.com

26th July CLASSICS ON THE COMMON

Once a year, Harpenden Common comes alive for a day with more than 1000 classics cars, motor cycles and scooters. There you’ll find a Chevy Bel Air rubbing shoulders with a 1927 Trojan, and a rare 1978 Matra Bagheera with a1959 Berlinetta. Plus 10,000 admiring spectators. For more information please visit: https://www.classicsonthecommon.com