Illustrated scene of Harpenden, Bedfordshire

What's on in Harpenden

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Harpenden.

Editorial picks

Families this weekendPlans the kids will actually like Free this weekendCracking local plans for free Rainy-day picksCosy plans for when it turns

Don't miss the next one

One email a week with the local stuff worth knowing — before it's already happened.

Free. Unsubscribe whenever you like.

Community

Cafe Welcome community cafe

Come and join us every Wednesday 9am to 12pm for drinks, cakes and snacks, and to meet others in the community. Take-away also available.

Wed 22 Jul09:00St Paul's Luton(3.2mi)

via St Paul's LutonLocal gem

Community

Leavers' Service

Found this on St Helen's Church's radar. Leavers' Service — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Wed 22 Jul09:15St Helen's Church(4mi)

via St Helen's Church

Religion & Spirituality

Wednesday Worship

Common Worship Holy Eucharist or Morning Worship Please check this week's pew sheet which can be found by clicking on the notices tab

Wed 22 Jul10:30Church of St Anne(3.6mi)

via Church of St AnneLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

Social Tennis

Social Tennis – Starting back on Wednesday 15th April 2026! Wednesdays 9:30 – 10:30am

Wed 22 Jul10:30The Dacorum Hub(4.8mi)

via The Dacorum HubLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Classics On The Common

Once a year, Harpenden Common comes alive with more than 1000 classics cars, motor cycles and scooters. Proudly admired by 10,000 spectators making this event one of the biggest one-day events in the classic car calendar. Date: Wednesday 22nd July Time: 11am – 9pm Location: Harpenden Common Ticket Price : Free Info: www.classicsonthecommon.com

Wed 22 Jul11:00We Are Harpenden(1.4mi)

via We Are Harpenden

Community

Activities For All Ages

Disability Tennis Session Wednesdays 10:30 – 11:30am

Wed 22 Jul11:30The Dacorum Hub(4.8mi)

via The Dacorum HubLocal gem

Children & FamilyCommunity

Youth Drop In

General drop in the evenings provide a safe and fun space for young people in Luton. We offer a range of activities including; pool, gaming consoles, table tennis, wall climbing sessions, open mic night, cooking sessions, IT suite for use, film nights and art/craft activities. All sessions are run by experienced youth workers and volunteers who support and participate in all activities with the young people. Youth Drop In sessions run every Wednesday 5pm – 7pm and Saturdays 1pm – 4pm We also offer additional activities during sessions where we have outside agencies join us for mini workshops raising awareness and harm reduction information including drug and alcohol workers; Coppafeel (breast cancer awareness for young people); white ribbon campaign (Domestic Abuse); wellbeing sessions and Hate Crime awareness to name a few.

Wed 22 Jul18:00Tokko Youth Hub(3.7mi)

via Tokko Youth Hub

Community

Finance Meeting

Finance Meeting? At Wheathampstead Memorial Hall? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Thu 23 JulWheathampstead Memorial Hall(4.2mi)

via Wheathampstead Memorial HallLocal gem

Community

Cake and Company

Homemade cakes, warm smiles and good company for all

Thu 23 Jul10:00Church of St Anne(3.6mi)

via Church of St AnneLocal gem

Community

Community Activities

Tea, coffee, and cold drinks are available, but more importantly, there is always a listening ear. You are welcome to come just as you are. Welcome to Little Fishes! Little Fishes is a warm and welcoming group for babies, toddlers, and their grown-ups! St Albans Foodbank at Crabtree Church The Foodbank is run by the St Albans & District Foodbank in association with the Trussell Trust.

Thu 23 Jul10:30Crabtree Church(2.2mi)

via Crabtree ChurchLocal gem

Community

St Helen's Fellowship

St Helen's Fellowship — brought to you by Mead Hall and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Thu 23 Jul14:45Mead Hall(4.1mi)

via Mead Hall

Community

Around £6

Gentle Exercise & Conditioning

Gentle Exercise & Conditioning – Term Time Only Thursdays 1:45-2:45pm Come along to our seated or standing exercise class which has cognitive benefits that can support Alzheimers, Dementia, Parkinsons, MND or any cognitive impairment. Part of the British Gymnastics Foundation Love to Move program. The emphasis is on gentle and the class will be adapted to suit the participants. Book as a block here ! £6 per session

Thu 23 Jul14:45The Dacorum Hub(4.8mi)

via The Dacorum HubLocal gem

Community

Activities For All Ages

Tennis Serves Location: Grovehill Tennis Courts, HP2 7BA Time: Thursdays 4:00pm – 5:00pm FREE sessions for Ages 5-8

Thu 23 Jul17:00The Dacorum Hub(4.8mi)

via The Dacorum HubLocal gem

Community

OK2B

OK2B is a youth group for LGBTQ young people, or those who simply have some questions about who they are in terms of sexuality and gender identity. We have a focus on developing mental health resilience, building and being community, and supporting one another through the challenges that being LGBTQ can pose in life. Contact: for more details and information

Thu 23 Jul18:00Tokko Youth Hub(3.7mi)

via Tokko Youth Hub

Community

Karen Hilliard & Pat Thomas' Group

Karen Hilliard & Pat Thomas' Group is happening at LCF Church. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Thu 23 Jul19:00LCF Church(3.3mi)

via LCF Church

Community

Church Cleaning and Flowers

St Helen's Church is hosting and we're spreading the word. Church Cleaning and Flowers — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Fri 24 Jul09:30St Helen's Church(4mi)

via St Helen's Church

Community

Friendship Friday

Friendship Friday — brought to you by LCF Church and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Fri 24 Jul10:30LCF Church(3.3mi)

via LCF Church

See what else is on

Event details on Near Here are aggregated from third-party sources and may change. Always verify times, location, availability, and any price directly with the organiser before travelling. See Terms.

Venues with events near Harpenden

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

We Are Harpenden1.4 miles away Crabtree Church2.2 miles away

More about Harpenden

Bedfordshire, England

Harpenden has a varied set of nearby local names, from Thrales End Farm and Business Centre to Harpenden Farmers Market. There are plenty of different ways for a local plan to begin, including one involving a basket and an optimistic appetite. Near Here keeps event details around Harpenden in one handy place so you can see what's on without a grand tour of local websites. Check the organiser's latest information before you set off.

Loading map…

Enjoyed the look of Harpenden?

Know someone who'd fancy a night out round here? Give them a nudge.

What's on in Harpenden