What's On in St Albans this Easter & Spring
IMAGE: St Albans Cathedral ©CecelinaTornberg
The historic and cultural city of St Albans, Hertfordshire, is a must-visit destination this spring for fantastic shopping, excellent entertainment and fantastic food and drink. And with beautiful outside spaces, you can spend time re-connecting with nature and enjoying the warmer, longer days.
Soak up the vibrancy of this amazing Cathedral city, just 20 miles and 20 minutes by train from London St Pancras.Here's what's on with something for all ages!
MARKETS
Support home grown talent at the twice-weeklySt Albans Charter Market.On every Wednesday and Saturday, come and shop for everything you could possibly want and enjoy the buzz and energy of the legendary market that is at the heart of the St Albans story.
Wednesdays & Saturdays, Market Place
IMAGE: St Albans Charter Market ©Frazer Budd
St Albans Vegan Marketbrings together a huge variety of vegan street food, artisan bakers, craft brewers, ethical jewellers, sustainable chandlers, local artists, zero-waste champions, environmental charities and loads more. On for just 4 Sundays throughout the year, this special vegan event is on in the city centre and promises
Sunday 1stMay, St Peter's Street
The award-winningSustainability Festivalreturns in May, bringing together organisations and communities across the District in a range of events. Culminating with a Sustainability Market which unites a wide selection of eco-businesses, community groups and charities, from ethicalfashion items to vegan foods, gift items, skincare, interior accessories and pet foods.
15th- 31stMay, St Albans
OUT & ABOUT
Enjoy free family fun and live music in the heart of St Albans throughout the Easter holidays, from a line-up of masterful musicians to innovative and exciting comedy street theatre...
Change The World Through Musichosts wonderful live music acts in the heart of St Albans throughout the day including Caroline Chan and Mike Oliver. Sing along as you shop or stop and take a break and just enjoy the tunes.
Wednesday 6thApril, 11.30am to 2.30pm, Clock Tower
IMAGE: St Albans Clock Tower © St Albans BID
JoinEggs on Legs, a nutty dancing chef who has his work cut out trying to keep his cheeky eggs under control. Mr & Mrs Egg run amok whilst spreading their joy of dancing to everyone they meet!
6th April, 11.30am to 3.00pm, St Peter's Street
Get creative at the Pentagon, a stunning freestanding installation, swathed in attention-grabbing, hand-drawn designs that are just begging for some colour.
Children and adults are drawn to this exciting artistic adventure, its creative scope is bounded only in the imagination of passers-by - who can't resist joining in.
Friday 8thApril, 11.30am to 4pm, Outside Museum + Gallery
IMAGE: Pentagon drawing installation
Booster Cushion Theatrebrings its imaginative traveling theatre to St Albansto perform its fun production of ‘Old McDonald and the Three Pigs Plus',a colourful and interactive show full of props, pop ups and audience participation.Join kind Old McDonald and his animal friends in helping the little pigs build homes of their own, but beware, the big bad Wolf is on the prowl. Can you help save the day and stop the wolf blowing all the pigs hard work away?
Friday 8th April,11.30am, 1.00pm and 2.30pm, Outside Museum + Gallery
IMAGE: Booster Cushion Theatre
Bustling old mother hens, theSpring Chickens, fuss about giving chocolate gifts and cuddles to the little chicks, sharing old wives-tales with the ladies in the audience and henpecking the men!
9thApril 11.30am - 3.00pm, St Peter's Street
IMAGE: Spring Chickens
Enjoy a fun afternoon withEasy Lay Eggswhen Farmers Frank and Dave are on a day out with their rare breed chicken, a Norwegian Sjokolade, the only chicken in the world that lays chocolate eggs!
Wednesday 13th April, 11.30am to 3.00pm, St Peter's Street
IMAGE: Easy Lay Eggs
Chic Eggs & Cheflove to interact with the public; chirruping with pleasure, vying for attention, hiding inside their shells and ruffling each other's feathers.
Good Friday 15th April, 11.30am to 3.00pm, St. Peter's Street
IMAGE: Chic Eggs & Chef
EVENTS
The inauguralVisual Arts Festivalis a week-long festival of special events that celebrates the creativity of local artists and encourages the community and visitors to engage with the arts. Organised by the Collective Gallery in St Albans, there will be events running throughout the city for all ages to enjoy. Make sure to go along to the Pop-Up Art Trail on Saturday 30thApril from 11am to 5pm which is hosted by St Albans Arts Team in conjunction withSt Albans Bid and Herts Visual Arts Forum where you can dropinto the Vintry Garden and explore the variety ofartwork in the grounds of this beautiful, walled, Victorian garden and enjoy unplugged music from student musicians. A perfect accompaniment to add to the ambiance. Bring a picnic!
Visual Arts Festival runs from Friday 29thApril to Friday 6thMay
BIG NIGHT OUT
Common People 90's indie night is back at the St. Albans Pioneer Club. Expect good times, 90s indie tunes, and forgotten classics!
Saturday 23rd April, 8pm until late!
SHOPPING & EATING OUT
St Albans was recently voted 23rd out of the top 1,000 UK retailshopping destinations- old meets new with independent shops and boutiques offering cutting-edge and unusual items set in beautiful, Medieval buildings and three large shopping areas play host to well-known brands.From charming boutiques and quirky interior shops to artisan jewellers and health and beauty independents, you'll enjoy spending hours browsing.
IMAGE: Independent Shopping ©Kate Lindman
St Albans has a remarkable history and reputation withfood and drink.With over 100 restaurants, bistros, pubs, cafes and coffee shops - you'll be spoilt for choice.From fine dining restaurant experiences to cosy intimate meals in the pub, the eateries in town will provide the most memorable foodie experience.
ATTRACTIONS
VisitSt Albans Cathedral, this impressive landmark stands on the site where Alban, Britain's first Saint, was buried over 1,700 years ago. TheMuseum + Galleryis a world-class centre for arts and culture, set over three floors and showcases over 2,000 years of momentous history. Stop at theClock Tower, the only surviving Medieval town belfry in England and climb the 93 steps for magnificent views. Relax atVerulamium Park, it's a beautiful, serene area with an ornamental lake which is home to a wealth of wildlife and plenty of facilities for children.
IMAGE: St Albans Cathedral ©CecelinaTornberg
WHERE TO STAY
Accommodation ranges from small and intimate bed and breakfasts to large hotels including the White Hart Hotel & Restaurant and the Travelodge, both in the centre of town, the stunning country style Manor hotel, St Michaels Manor, luxurious Sopwell House and the Victorian Grade II listed Torrington Hall.
IMAGE: The White Hart Hotel & Restaurant ©CecelinaTornberg
Chair of St Albans BID, Alison Berneye, says:
"St Albans is a wonderful place to visit and enjoy this Easter and spring period, with lots of extra outside events organised to ensure a brilliant buzz in town. Full of an eclectic mix of independent shops, big-name retail outlets and of course, our famous Charter Market all alongside our many pubs and eateries, as well as wonderful heritage sites and beautiful outside space, St Albans really has something for everyone. We are delighted to welcome people to eat, drink, shop and enjoy the vibrancy of our wonderful city."
Discover more atwww.enjoystalbans.com
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About St Albans
- St Albans is one of the best-kept secrets in UK tourism. A historic gem of an English Cathedral City just 20 miles and 20 minutes by train from London is easily accessible by road with links to the M25, M1 and A1(M)
- The city's colourful history and heritage can be seen in the Roman remains and the beautiful medieval architecture and picturesque buildings that look spectacular all year round.
- A fabulous shopping destination, St Albans is home to an array of innovative independent retailers and well-known chains
- The city is famous for its café and pub culture with a fantastic range of award-winning eating and drinking establishments, including Britain's oldest pub, Ye Olde Fighting Cocks
- Enjoy lots of green, open spaces and parks - making St Albans a family friendly destination.
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