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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Elstree

10 picks around Elstree, from 9 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Elstree

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Elstree, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Elstree

Summer Circus1

Summer Circus

at Elstree View Care Home

Step right up and join us at Southampton Manor for our Summer Circus, a fun-filled afternoon of entertainment, games and summer celebrations for the whole community to enjoy. Enjoy live entertainment from Louis Bibbins singing summer classics, alongside a BBQ, summer refreshments, circus-themed games, stalls, a tombola and plenty of fun throughout the afternoon. Guests will also have the opportunity to take a personal tour of the home and discover what life is like at Southampton Manor. We will also be raising money in support of Mountbatten during the event.

0.8 milesSun 26 Jul
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Summer Circus2

Summer Circus

at Chorleywood Manor Care Home

Step right up and join us at Southampton Manor for our Summer Circus, a fun-filled afternoon of entertainment, games and summer celebrations for the whole community to enjoy. Enjoy live entertainment from Louis Bibbins singing summer classics, alongside a BBQ, summer refreshments, circus-themed games, stalls, a tombola and plenty of fun throughout the afternoon. Guests will also have the opportunity to take a personal tour of the home and discover what life is like at Southampton Manor. We will also be raising money in support of Mountbatten during the event.

8.3 milesSun 26 Jul
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Well-Crafted - Hand-Painted Fans In celebration of Pride Month, design your own hand-painted fan: a functional piece...3

Well-Crafted - Hand-Painted Fans In celebration of Pride Month, design your own hand-painted fan: a functional piece...

at Sunbeam Studios

Patron Tickets £25 In celebration of Pride Month, design your own hand-painted fan: a functional piece that doubles as a personal statement. Inspired by movement and expression, you’ll explore colour and composition to create something bold or refined. Hosted by Alexandra, founder of Well–Crafted. Drinks provided by Wednesday’s Domaine. During the Workshop, You Will: Explore colour palettes and decorative motifs. Learn foundational brush techniques for fabric or paper surfaces. Experiment with pattern, negative space and fine detailing. Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes Materials: All supplies provided

8.7 milesSun 26 Jul£35
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Festivals & Events
Play In A Day4Free! (worth double-checking)

Play In A Day

at Museum of Enfield

10am -4pm Young people aged (12-17) will work with two professional theatre creatives to create an original performance inspired by their own stories and ideas. Location: Dugdale Arts Centre Who is it for? Young people aged 11–17 years. What to expect - A full day creative theatre workshop with two professional facilitators. - Devising an original performance using theatre, spoken word, and movement. - A live public showcase the following day. - A youth-led celebration of storytelling, creativity, and community. Theme “What makes Enfield home?” Participants will explore identity, culture, belonging, and community, creating a performance that reflects their experiences and perspectives. This is an opportunity for young people to share their voices and help shape how their community is seen. Whether you’re taking part, supporting someone, or coming to watch, join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of Enfield’s young people. Come and experience a brand new performance, created in just one day and shared with the community the next! Day 2 Sunday 26 July 2026

9.7 milesSat 25 Jul11:00
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Theatre
Watford Fringe - Humdinger Words for Whippersnappers and Guttersnipes5

Watford Fringe - Humdinger Words for Whippersnappers and Guttersnipes

at Watford Palace Workshop

This is an interactive comedy-cabaret poetry show for curious kids and their grown-ups, led by neurospicy stage hypnotist-turned-school teacher Ben Dali. Framed as a school day with an unusually entertaining supply teacher, it’s a fast-paced, imaginative hour packed with sharp wordplay, mind-blowing trivia, visual gags and improvised rhyming magic.

4.2 milesSat 25 Jul
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religion-spirituality6

Solemn Mass - Sunday

at St Matthew's

The Solemn Mass is the principle act of worship at St Matthew's. With traditional hymns played from the organ, and incense filling the air, we lift our voices in adoration to Our Lord for all the good things he has done. A Sunday School also runs during our service; children are most welcome to join in with all the activities we have in store.

7 milesSun 26 Jul11:00
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Religion & Spirituality
A Tribute to Stevie Wonder10

A Tribute to Stevie Wonder

at Music & Life Ltd

Experience Stevie Wonder's greatest hits like you've never heard them before—rearranged and jazzed up by exceptional live musicians. The second half features a high-energy Stevie Wonder jam session, celebrating even more classic songs in a vibrant, improvisational style.

4.4 milesSun 26 Jul16:00£15.00
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