Welcome to What's On in Letchworth this weekend

Every week we showcase what's going on in our areas over the forthcoming weekend

This week we are highlighting exciting events set to take place in our town this Bank Holiday weekend Friday, May 3 - Monday, May 6 and across 2024.

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Saturday, May 4

Broadway Cinema times

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem - 1030am

Follow the Turtle brothers as they work to earn the love of New York City while facing down an army of mutants.

Kung Fu Panda 4  - 11am

After Po is tapped to become the Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace, he needs to find and train a new Dragon Warrior, while a wicked sorceress plans to re-summon all the master villains whom Po has vanquished to the spirit realm

Spy X Family Code: White - 230pm

After receiving an order to be replaced in Operation Strix, Loid decides to help Anya win a cooking competition at Eden Academy, by making the director's favorite meal in order to prevent his replacement

Challengers - 215pm, 815pm

Tashi, a former tennis prodigy turned coach is married to a champion on a losing streak. Her strategy for her husband's redemption takes a surprising turn when he must face off against his former best friend and Tashi's former boyfriend

The Fall Guy - 130pm, 5pm, 8pm

A down-and-out stuntman must find the missing star of his ex-girlfriend's blockbuster film

Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace - 2pm

Two Jedi escape a hostile blockade to find allies and come across a young boy who may bring balance to the Force, but the long dormant Sith resurface to claim their original glory

Back to Black  - 515pm, 815pm

The life and music of Amy Winehouse, through the journey of adolescence to adulthood and the creation of one of the best-selling albums of our time

There's Still Tomorrow - 530pm

Trying to escape from the patriarchy in the Italian post-war society, Delia plots an act of rebellion against her violent husband. "Italian with English Subtitles"

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Saturday, May 4

Alice in Wonderland Tea Party at Jackmans Community Centre

Join us for a tea party with your favourite characters from Alice in Wonderland.

Alice in Wonderland Tea Party at Jackmans Community Centre

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Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4

Baldock Beer Festival this Bank Holiday weekend

The eagerly-awaited event to be held on the first May Bank Holiday weekend.

Organisers say: "Come and drink some yummy beer and enjoy the local talent that is Baldock."

There will be a selection of real ales, as well as cider, continental draught beer and lager. 

The event will take place at the Baldock Community Centre on Friday, May 3 between 5pm and 11pm and Saturday, May 4 from 12pm through until 11pm.

£5 entry on the door

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Saturday, May 4

Jordans Mill Craft and Food Fayre

Jordans Mill, The Riverside Cafe near Biggleswade

Jordans Mill Craft and Food Fayre: More than 40 stalls expected

Join us in May for our next monthly craft and food fayre and support local businesses! There really is something for everyone, including; handmade wooden garden accessories, sweet treats, spa products, local food and drinks and more! Once again, we're delighted to be working with our co-organiser, 'Love Local Craft & Food Fayre' to bring you this fabulous event.

Jordans Mill is based just off the A1 in Broom, near Biggleswade. The Riverside Cafe, Mill Shop.

Jordans Mill Craft and Food Fayre

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COMING SOON...

Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12

Stotfold Steam Fair and County Show at Mill Lane

Stotfold Water Mill and Nature Reserve will host the exciting g community event in May, with tickets available now. 

Organisers said: "We're looking forward to welcoming you to our 20th Steam Fair and Country Show.

"Tickets are available online, and in honour of our birthday event, we're holding advance tickets at last year's prices.

"Keep checking our social media and website for details of what's happening over the Steam Fair weekend."

The event will take place on Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12, from 1030am. 

For more information visit Stotfold Mill

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Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26

Letchworth Food, Drink and Craft Festival

Save the date for popular community event

The eagerly-awaited town centre event is always attended by many thousands of punters from near and far, pouring over the wide range of top quality food and drink options from a wide range of Letchworth and North Herts businesses, as well as local producers. 

Around the town there is invariably fun-filled entertainment for all the family, both young and old, with last year's jamboree hosting a craft fair in the Arcade and Wynd and busking in Eastcheap.

Organisers say: "Join us for the 2024 Food and Drink Festival on the late May Bank Holiday weekend"

Letchworth Food, Drink and Craft Festival

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Wednesday May 29 until Saturday, June 1

Beauty and The Beast

St Christopher School Theatre, Letchworth

You are invited to step into the enchanted world of Disney's Beauty and the Beast, The Broadway Musical, produced in 37 countries worldwide and is based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this stage version includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman. Including "Be our Guest" and of course the title song "Beauty and the Beast".

The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.

Don't miss this "tale as old as time".

Unsuitable for children under 5 years old no babes in arms

Tickets on sale NOW. Click HERE to book your tickets or call the box office on 07511 519387.

Beauty and The Beast

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SUMMER 2024

Todd in the Hole: 

Brilliant family friendly music festival in Hertfordshire set to return for fifth year - line-up announced

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All Summer

Royston Cave

Royston Cave now open for summer visitors as one of Britain's most unique heritage attractions

Thought by many to be a Pagan site situated on the Mary and Michael Ley lines, experience one of Britain's most unique attractions and bask in the cave's energy.

Royston Cave is now open until September 29.

£10 Adults  

£4 Child 

£8 Concession

Under 3 years free

There are not many tickets for April left, so plan ahead rather than be disappointed on the day.

Open Saturday and Sunday afternoons

Royston Cave

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Letchworth musician Brian Burke's tribute to Lily Parr and the Lionesses

Well known Letchworth musician Brian Burke has composed a poignant song dedicated to the memory of Lily Parr and the outstanding achievements of the Lionesses, including lifting the European Championships at Wembley Stadium in 2022

Letchworth musician Brian Burke's tribute to Lily Parr and the Lionesses

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Saturday, November 23 

Letchworth Christmas Lights Switch-On 2024

Date revealed for eagerly-awaited festive event

There was jolly cheer aplenty across Letchworth as thousands of festive punters packed our town centre for the annual Christmas lights switch last year - with more of the same expected this time around. 

Our outstanding Letchworth BID event saw our community come together to savour the holiday spirit, enjoy the quality food and gift stalls, and cheer for the talent performing on the main stage in our around Leys Avenue and Eastcheap.

So, why not save the date for the 2024 Christmas Lights Switch-on in Letchworth - after Love Letchworth recently announced that the eagerly-awaited event will take place on Saturday, November 23 

Letchworth Christmas Lights Switch-On 2024

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FARMERS ON LIGHTS CHRISTMAS TOUR

Provisional date: Saturday, December 14, 2024

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PS: If you or someone you know is organising an event during 2024 don't forget to nub it for free in our What's On section here

Just click the black 'Nub it' button, fill in the form and click submit, it should only take a few minutes to complete - and you'll also be included in our weekly newsletter too!

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ICYMI: Farmers on Lights Tractor Tour wows Letchworth and Baldock

Farmers on Christmas Lights Tour has been a huge hit across Letchworth and Baldock 

The colourful convoy drove through Baldock, Letchworth and Hitchin in a memorable sight that put a smile on the faces of everyone who witnessed the procession, young and old.

Farmers on Lights Tractor Tour wows Letchworth and Baldock

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