January Events In Harpenden, Hertfordshire
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Check out our list of exciting things to do in January in Harpenden, Hertfordshire!
Business Protection and Cyber Insurance
Two-part seminar focusing on cyber protection run by NFU Mutual Hemel Hempstead, St Albans, and Hertford & North Herts agencies.
Where: Rothamsted Research Conference Centre, (Brenchley Suite), West Common, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2JQ.
When: Tuesday 30th January, meeting at 8:00 for an 8:30 start.
Tickets: Free but registration recommended.
About: NFU Mutual Financial Advisers advise on NFU Mutual products and selected products from specialist providers. Rothamsted Research is a world-leading, non-profit research centre that focuses on strategic agricultural science to the benefit of farmers and society worldwide.
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Harpenden Gang Show 2024
For 74 years the Scouts of Harpenden have been wowing packed audiences with their unique and award-winning blend of song, dance, and comedy, all from a cast of 150 aged 9 to 18.
Where: Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2FR.
When: Tuesday 9th-Saturday 13th January. Various times.
Tickets: Standard Ticket £12.00-£25.00
About: The Eric Morecambe Centre was opened in a brand-new facility in 2021 in Harpenden and is a luxurious culture and entertainment centre.
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Harpenden Rugby Club – Men’s First Team
The first fixture of the season, Harpenden Men’s 1st XV versus Old Northamptonians. See website for following matches.
Where: Harpenden Rugby Club, Redbourn Lane, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2BA.
When: Saturday 6th January ,15:00.
Tickets: Free entry, no tickets required.
About: Harpenden Rugby Club was founded in 1919 facilitating the game of rugby for men, women, boys, and girls of all ages.
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Harpenden Sinfonia Play Day
The sinfonia will be rehearsing together to perform Mozart, Symphony No. 40, and The Marriage of Figaro Overture. Amateur players are invited to come join for a ‘play day’ under the direction of renowned conductor Darren Bloom.
Where: Sunday 21st January, 10:00-17:30.
When: Park Hall, Leyton Rd, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2LX.
Tickets: The cost is £25 and includes refreshments.
About: The sinfonia was set up in Harpenden in 2023 and is an amateur orchestra that encourages any players grade 6 and above to come join for a full day of play, without the pressure of a concert.
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Kelly’s Heroes at The Plough and Harrow
Join for some feel good music from Kelly’s Heroes and shake off the January blues.
Where: The Plough and Harrow, 88 Southdown Rd, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1PR.
When: Saturday 27th January, 21:00.
Tickets: None required, free entry.
About: Kelly’s Heroes is a 4-piece Hertfordshire based band with over 25+ years’ experience that cover songs mostly ranging from the 60’s to the 80's. The Plough and Harrow is a traditional style pub with a huge beer garden, that puts on regular live events.
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Snow White at the EMC
Snow White as performed by the Hurst Children’s Theatre Group.
Where: Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2FR.
When: Thursday 25th – Sunday 28th January, various times.
Tickets: Adults £17, Concessions £15.00, Children Under 16 £10.
About: The Eric Morecambe Centre was opened in a brand-new facility in 2021 in Harpenden and is a luxurious culture and entertainment centre.
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STANTA social media for Business
Introducing social media strategy for small to medium businesses, led by DigitallyAlex and hosted by STANTA.
Where: STANTA Business Centre, The Conference Room, 3 Soothouse Spring, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 6PF.
When: Friday 19th January, 10:00-12:00
Tickets: £50
About: STANTA (St Albans Enterprise Agency) is an independent, not for profit agency which helps new, small to medium companies with business advice and training. Alexandra Asanache (DigitallyAlex) is a digital marketer who focuses on working with multiple clients on social media marketing, SEO, website management and email marketing projects.
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There’s Nothing Funny in Harpenden
Award-winning comedians with headliner Fatitha El-Ghorri.
Where: WeTRAIN Gym, Gym & Juice #Unit 2, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1DZ.
When: Thursday 25th January, 19:30-23:00.
Tickets: £15
About: Gym & Juice is situated within the WeTRAIN gym and is the only cafe in AL5, serving up fresh cold press juice and protein shakes.
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We Are Community Social Networking
We would like to invite local businesses, creatives, and members of the community to join us at our We Are Community Monthly Networking Social. It’s an informal, social evening in which to connect and make new partnerships and friendships.
Where: 5b Verulam Rd, St Albans AL3 4DA
When: Tuesday 30th January, 19:00-21:00.
Tickets: Members go free – see here for membership packages, non-members £10.
About: We Are St. Albans and We Are Harpenden (We Are Community) were created shortly after lockdown by Katie and Sabine, as a lifeline to help connect local people to local businesses and be the place to come for everything local. They run monthly networking socials, put on ad-hoc events, have an online directory listing database and promote on their popular social media channels amongst other services! The Hub on Verulam is a social centre in St. Albans for dining, cinema, events, and networking, which is open to members and non-members.
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We Are Mums Meet Up
A great new way for the local community of Mums to meet up together for pastries and play with their little ones, in Harpenden. Each session will have ‘special guests’ – local kids focused businesses highlighting their services. This month we have Eddie Bear Creative, Saintly Sleep Coaching and Imogen & I.
Where: The Hoo House, 72 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SP.
When: Friday 19th January, 10:00-12:00
Tickets: £18 per adult including a hot drink and a selection of pastries on offer.
About: Hoo House is a newcomer to Harpenden which opened in December 2023, this privately owned entertainment space offers live music, cocktails, and great food. We Are Mums is run each month by We Are Community to get mothers and children together for fun and helpful social hang outs in the town centre. New for 2024!
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Yoga Under The Peace Doves
A relaxed yoga class led by Ali Parker set within the beautiful cathedral, under their Peaceful Doves art installation (for all levels).
Where: St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, St Albans, AL1 1BY
When: Monday 15th January, 19:00. Tuesday 23rd January, 10:00. Thursday 25th January, 18:45 and 20:00.
Tickets: £20
About: The St Albans Cathedral is the oldest site of continuous Christian worship in Britain. It is a place of faith with an incredible history and beauty, that puts on remarkable events for all ages.
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FUTHER AFIELD
The Dazzling Diamonds - Comedy Drag Show
High energy dance routines, spectacular live vocals, comedy sketches all with opulent costumes and sing-along favourites from artists such as Cher, Adele, and Dolly Parton.
Where: The Grove Theatre, Grove Park, Court Drive, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4GP.
When: Friday 12th January, 19:30
Tickets: Standard Ticket £12.00-£25.00
About: The Grove Theatre in Dunstable opened in 2007 and is a community venue which hosts a wide range of events and amateur performances.
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The Elvis Years
Led by original West End lead Mario Kombou, with more than 12 costume changes, video content and the best of Elvis with songs from every era.
Where: The Radlett Centre, 1 Aldenham Avenue, Radlett, Hertfordshire, WD7 8HL.
When: Thursday 11th January, 19:30
Tickets: £28.50
About: The Radlett Centre is a modern auditorium presenting programme of drama, musicals, comedy, and kids' shows, plus conferences.
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