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Fox Dells, Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire
LU6 3LD Central Bedfordshire
What's on in the local area
The following events are taking place within 10 miles of LU6 3LD:
Annual Festivals & Events
Bedford River Festival
Annually, during July
Location: Bedfordshire
A biennial festival held along the River Great Ouse, featuring boat races, live music, entertainment, and fireworks.
Luton International Carnival
Annually, during May
Location: Bedfordshire
One of the UK’s largest one-day carnivals, celebrating the cultural diversity of Luton with parades, music, and performances.
Chiltern Steam Rally
Annually, during September
Location: Bedfordshire
A celebration of vintage steam engines, tractors, and rural crafts, held in the scenic countryside near Bedford.
Shuttleworth Collection Airshows
Annually, during May-October
Location: Bedfordshire
A series of vintage air displays featuring historic aircraft, held at the Shuttleworth Collection in Old Warden.
Bedfordshire County Show
Annually, during September
Location: Bedfordshire
A traditional agricultural show celebrating rural life with livestock competitions, food stalls, and entertainment.
Bedford River Festival
Annually, during July
Location: Bedfordshire
A biennial festival held along the River Great Ouse, featuring boat races, live music, entertainment, and fireworks.
Luton International Carnival
Annually, during May
Location: Bedfordshire
One of the UK’s largest one-day carnivals, celebrating the cultural diversity of Luton with parades, music, and performances.
Chiltern Steam Rally
Annually, during September
Location: Bedfordshire
A celebration of vintage steam engines, tractors, and rural crafts, held in the scenic countryside near Bedford.
Shuttleworth Collection Airshows
Annually, during May-October
Location: Bedfordshire
A series of vintage air displays featuring historic aircraft, held at the Shuttleworth Collection in Old Warden.
Bedfordshire County Show
Annually, during September
Location: Bedfordshire
A traditional agricultural show celebrating rural life with livestock competitions, food stalls, and entertainment.
Other Events"
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
May 5
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury
Don your deerstalker, grab your magnifying glass and get your ‘finger of suspicion’ at the ready because Edinburgh Fringe favourites, Degrees of Error, are bringing back their multiple sell-out show for your sleuthing pleasure.
They’ll create a classic murder mystery on-the-spot in this ingenious improvised comedy.
The Fureys - TUESDAY 6th MAY - THE ELGIVA, CHESHAM
May 6
The Elgiva Theatre,, Chesham
.
The FUREYS are one of Ireland's all-time most acclaimed and influential middle of the road, folk and traditional bands.
Watford Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert
May 10
St. Luke’s Church, Watford., Watford
.
This is concert for all lovers of classical music.
London Luton Bead Fair - Semi Precious Beads
May 11
Stockwood Hotel,, Luton
.
Free entry and refreshments!
10-minutes walk from City Centre.
Chesham Fringe Festival
May 23
Chesham High Street, Chesham
.
CHESHAM FRINGE FESTIVAL RETURNS THIS MAY BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND FOR A JOY-FILLED CELEBRATION OF ARTS and COMMUNITY
Live Music, Laugh-Out-Loud Comedy, Family Shows, Spoken Word and Free Fringe Events Across Chesham
Chesham, Buckinghamshire - The Chesham Fringe Festival is back and bigger than ever, taking over the town from Friday 23 to Sunday 25 May 2025 with a packed programme of live performance, local talent, and community creativity.
Wendover Arts Festival
May 24
St Marys Church, Wendover
Local artists will be exhibiting a huge range of work including paintings, prints, photographs, jewellery, ceramics, sculpture, glass and pottery for you to enjoy and buy.
In addition to viewing art in a variety of mediums by over 60 artists, we have a raffle with great prizes and an amazing selection of delicious cakes, lunches, wine, pimms and refreshments.
Luton International Carnival 2025
May 25
UKCCA, Luton
This year's Luton International Carnival is taking an out of this world trip with the theme 'Back to the Future!'
Our Luton Association of Mas (costumes) Bands, schools, and amazing community groups will be using this theme to design their dazzling outfits for the parade.
The Carnival Parade is going to be awesome, with around 800 participants strutting their stuff! We'll see local schools and fantastic costume bands like Mas Africa, Mas Incorporated, plus great community groups like Pride in Luton and the Luton Branch of the Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain.
Les Misérables - Roman Theatre Open Air Festival
June 6
The Roman Theatre of Verulamium, St Albans
The Roman Theatre Open Air Festival returns to St Albans for its 11th year and starts with an epic production of Les Misérables.
Since its inception in 2014, the festival has grown into one of the largest outdoor festivals in the country, drawing over 15,000 visitors each year.
The Carnival of the Animals - Children's Concert
June 7
St Luke's Church, Watford., Watford
.
A relaxed family orchestral concert! We will be performing Camille Saint-Saens Carnival of the Animals on 7th June at 2:30-3:30pm, complete with an introduction to some of the instruments in the orchestra and a chance for everyone to join in singing and dancing.
ATW St Albans Half Marathon
June 8
Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre,, St Albans
.
A community focused event, ATW St Albans Half Marathon (a.
Phantoms of the Popera - Harpenden
June 20
The Eric Morecambe Centre., Harpenden
The ultimate celebration of Musical Theatre.
Following on from their critically-acclaimed 20th Anniversary album and tour, The UK’s
No1 vocal harmony quartet and original X Factor stars, G4, now unleash their unique
trademark sound on the greatest showstoppers that musical theatre has to offer, for a night
you will truly never forget.
DENS Woodland Trail- Run or Walk
June 21
Berkhamsted Castle, Berkhamsted
Walk or run your choice of 5 or 10-mile routes, while immersing yourself in beautiful woodland and nature on a summer’s day.
Starting from the historic setting of Berkhamsted Castle, you’ll enjoy well-signed routes and receive a special finisher’s token.
Martin Harley at Old Town Hall - Hemel Hempstead
June 21
The Old Town Hall, Hemel Hempstead
.
Described as "One of the UK's finest contemporary roots musicians" in Guitarist Magazine, Martin Harley in recent months has released his highly anticipated album Morning Sun.
Mentmore Midsummer Fete
June 22
The Green Mentmore , Mentmore
Mentmore fetes have always been very popular. We stick to the traditional fete favourites with a Brass Band,Vintage Car display,Dog Show, Terrier Racing, Bricabrac, Tombola, Pre-loved clothing , Bouncy castle, Produce stall, Plants Stall, Crockery Smash, Beat The Goalie and a Raffle.
CLASSIC CLAPTON unplugged
September 27
Milton Keynes Stables Theatre, Milton Keynes
Mike Hall and Adam Howells from CLASSIC CLAPTON the World's No1 Eric Clapton Tribute Band will perform a rare acoustic concert at The Stables Theatre, Stockwell Lane, Wavendon, Milton Keynes on Saturday 27 September 2025. They will be on stage at 8pm and will perform 2 x 60 minute sets.
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
May 5
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury
Don your deerstalker, grab your magnifying glass and get your ‘finger of suspicion’ at the ready because Edinburgh Fringe favourites, Degrees of Error, are bringing back their multiple sell-out show for your sleuthing pleasure. They’ll create a classic murder mystery on-the-spot in this ingenious improvised comedy.
The Fureys - TUESDAY 6th MAY - THE ELGIVA, CHESHAM
May 6
The Elgiva Theatre,, Chesham
. The FUREYS are one of Ireland's all-time most acclaimed and influential middle of the road, folk and traditional bands.
Watford Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert
May 10
St. Luke’s Church, Watford., Watford
. This is concert for all lovers of classical music.
London Luton Bead Fair - Semi Precious Beads
May 11
Stockwood Hotel,, Luton
. Free entry and refreshments! 10-minutes walk from City Centre.
Chesham Fringe Festival
May 23
Chesham High Street, Chesham
. CHESHAM FRINGE FESTIVAL RETURNS THIS MAY BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND FOR A JOY-FILLED CELEBRATION OF ARTS and COMMUNITY Live Music, Laugh-Out-Loud Comedy, Family Shows, Spoken Word and Free Fringe Events Across Chesham Chesham, Buckinghamshire - The Chesham Fringe Festival is back and bigger than ever, taking over the town from Friday 23 to Sunday 25 May 2025 with a packed programme of live performance, local talent, and community creativity.
Wendover Arts Festival
May 24
St Marys Church, Wendover
Local artists will be exhibiting a huge range of work including paintings, prints, photographs, jewellery, ceramics, sculpture, glass and pottery for you to enjoy and buy. In addition to viewing art in a variety of mediums by over 60 artists, we have a raffle with great prizes and an amazing selection of delicious cakes, lunches, wine, pimms and refreshments.
Luton International Carnival 2025
May 25
UKCCA, Luton
This year's Luton International Carnival is taking an out of this world trip with the theme 'Back to the Future!' Our Luton Association of Mas (costumes) Bands, schools, and amazing community groups will be using this theme to design their dazzling outfits for the parade. The Carnival Parade is going to be awesome, with around 800 participants strutting their stuff! We'll see local schools and fantastic costume bands like Mas Africa, Mas Incorporated, plus great community groups like Pride in Luton and the Luton Branch of the Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain.
Les Misérables - Roman Theatre Open Air Festival
June 6
The Roman Theatre of Verulamium, St Albans
The Roman Theatre Open Air Festival returns to St Albans for its 11th year and starts with an epic production of Les Misérables. Since its inception in 2014, the festival has grown into one of the largest outdoor festivals in the country, drawing over 15,000 visitors each year.
The Carnival of the Animals - Children's Concert
June 7
St Luke's Church, Watford., Watford
. A relaxed family orchestral concert! We will be performing Camille Saint-Saens Carnival of the Animals on 7th June at 2:30-3:30pm, complete with an introduction to some of the instruments in the orchestra and a chance for everyone to join in singing and dancing.
ATW St Albans Half Marathon
June 8
Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre,, St Albans
. A community focused event, ATW St Albans Half Marathon (a.
Phantoms of the Popera - Harpenden
June 20
The Eric Morecambe Centre., Harpenden
The ultimate celebration of Musical Theatre. Following on from their critically-acclaimed 20th Anniversary album and tour, The UK’s No1 vocal harmony quartet and original X Factor stars, G4, now unleash their unique trademark sound on the greatest showstoppers that musical theatre has to offer, for a night you will truly never forget.
DENS Woodland Trail- Run or Walk
June 21
Berkhamsted Castle, Berkhamsted
Walk or run your choice of 5 or 10-mile routes, while immersing yourself in beautiful woodland and nature on a summer’s day. Starting from the historic setting of Berkhamsted Castle, you’ll enjoy well-signed routes and receive a special finisher’s token.
Martin Harley at Old Town Hall - Hemel Hempstead
June 21
The Old Town Hall, Hemel Hempstead
. Described as "One of the UK's finest contemporary roots musicians" in Guitarist Magazine, Martin Harley in recent months has released his highly anticipated album Morning Sun.
Mentmore Midsummer Fete
June 22
The Green Mentmore , Mentmore
Mentmore fetes have always been very popular. We stick to the traditional fete favourites with a Brass Band,Vintage Car display,Dog Show, Terrier Racing, Bricabrac, Tombola, Pre-loved clothing , Bouncy castle, Produce stall, Plants Stall, Crockery Smash, Beat The Goalie and a Raffle.
CLASSIC CLAPTON unplugged
September 27
Milton Keynes Stables Theatre, Milton Keynes
Mike Hall and Adam Howells from CLASSIC CLAPTON the World's No1 Eric Clapton Tribute Band will perform a rare acoustic concert at The Stables Theatre, Stockwell Lane, Wavendon, Milton Keynes on Saturday 27 September 2025. They will be on stage at 8pm and will perform 2 x 60 minute sets.
