Harpenden Town Council

03/09/2026

Thank you so much to the Harpenden Festival Principal Sponsors, Rayden Solicitors. Support from local organisations means that we are able to make events even better. The Festival promises to be an exciting community celebration with something for everyone to enjoy, and it is great to welcome Rayden Solicitors to be part of it .

Rayden Solicitors is a local specialist family law firm. You can find out more about them on their website: https://raydensolicitors.co.uk/ or see them at their stall located on Harpenden Common.

02/09/2026

Join us at our next Harpenden Sports Forum next Wednesday, September 9th. Local sports clubs, coaches, athletes and community supporters are invited to come together and share ideas, discuss challenges, collaborate on events and support each other while hearing from some great guest speakers.

At this Forum we'll be hearing from Alex March (founder of local business Padel Pass), Chris Ellins (Director of Harpenden District Indoor Bowling Club) and Tom McManus (Club and Coach Development at Herts Sports Partnership).

This event is free to attend but tickets must be booked in advance. Please book your place via Eventbrite here - www.eventbrite.com/e/harpenden-sports-forum-tickets-1995076001025 or visit our website for more information - www.harpenden.gov.uk

02/09/2026

The Harpenden Festival takes place this Saturday 5th September, 12 noon to 6pm!

Don't forget that entry is free, there'll be plenty to do, see, eat and enjoy, and everyone is welcome! So bring along family and friends and bags of energy to enjoy this exciting community celebtration.

Just some of the highlights include: a free gaming bus, birds of prey, ferret racing, a climbing wall, inflatables, live music and entertainment!

The Festival will stretch across the High Street, Church Green and on to Harpenden Common and will incorporate all the best parts of the Town's events over the years, bringing together the Harpenden community and welcoming everyone young and old.

Parking is free all day at the Station though please walk to this event where possible.

Further information is on our website, including times, a map and much more: https://www.harpenden.gov.uk/events-and-markets/events/event-2324?date=2026-09-05

27/08/2026

26/08/2026

Herts Open Studios is running from 5th to 27th September, offering a great opportunity to meet local artists and explore their work. As part of the promotion of this event there will be ‘taster’ exhibitions at Wesley’s Cafe, High Street Methodist Church, and the EMC next week.

We are exciting to welcome Herts Visual Arts, who run this event, to the Harpenden Festival on Saturday 5th September - pick up a brochure from their stall!
To find out more about Herts Open Studios, visit: https://www.hvaf.org.uk/our-events/herts-open-studios/

25/08/2026

Thank you to the Harpenden Heroes volunteers who joined the Town Council Green Spaces team on Harpenden Common recently. They conducted glade maintenance, including cutting and raking vegetation growth, which helps to enhance and protect the diversity of this area.

Open woodland glades provide valuable habitat for a diverse range of wildflowers and other wildlife so is an important part of managing the Common. Cutting and removing the vegetation reduces nutrient levels, preventing scrub encroachment, which in turn helps the glade’s wildflowers thrive.

If you'd like to find out more about our Harpenden Heroes volunteers, visit our website or get in touch. You don't need any experience and it's a great way to spend a little time outdoors helping out. https://harpenden.gov.uk/community/volunteering-opportunities

25/08/2026

Harpenden Festival - Saturday 5th September, 12-6pm

We're looking forward to a fantastic line-up for this free* event. With live music stages*, a gaming bus*, entertainment*, stalls, inflatables*, family zone*, community acts*, birds of prey show*, Harpenden Beer Festival, food and drinks... and much more!

Our event brochure is now on our website, ready for you to download. https://www.harpenden.gov.uk/events-and-markets/events/event-2324?date=2026-09-05

Join our event page to stay up to date with what's happening on the day! https://fb.me/e/71Fk6t17g

25/08/2026

The Family Funfair is back this weekend on Harpenden Common!

Summer Bank Holiday fun with thrilling rides, a whirlwind of lights and unforgettable memories.

From Thursday 27th August until Monday 31st August, open from 5pm on weekdays, from 1pm on the weekend and bank holiday Monday.

24/08/2026

Harpenden Town Council's Sports Forums bring together local sports clubs, coaches, athletes, and community supporters to build a stronger, more connected sporting environment. Whether your club is large or small, joining the forum offers valuable benefits that help you grow, collaborate, and succeed.

Our next Harpenden Sports Forum will be held at the Rothamsted Conference Centre on Wednesday 9th September at 7.15pm (for a 7.30pm start).

We have three fantastic speakers scheduled to join us: Alex March (founder of local business Padel Pass), Chris Ellins (Director of Harpenden District Indoor Bowling Club) and Tom McManus (Club and Coach Development at Herts Sports Partnership).

As always, this event is free to attend but tickets must be booked in advance. Please visit our website to book your place - www.harpenden.gov.uk

Padel Pass Herts Sport & Physical Activity Partnership

22/08/2026

Weekend Watch is here! (August 22-23)

Looking for family-friendly things to do in and around Harpenden this weekend?
We've rounded up just a few of the events happening locally that make brilliant family days out.

Visit our website for the full guide and even more ideas. Which one will you be trying?