Watford Fringe Festival
- 🕓 Various Times
- 📆 1 July – 31 July 2026
- 📍Various Locations
The festival includes over 70 performances across July, from pre-Edinburgh shows to renowned stand-up comics, music from international recording artists, award-winning acts, premieres of new material, returning favourites, and local talent!
Find out more information at: https://watfordtowncentre.com/event/watford-fringe-festival-3/
Birds Of Prey
🗓️Sunday 2 August 2026
🕥10:30am – 3:30pm
📍Pondside
Watford Town Centre are welcoming back our feathered friends, with the return of our FREE Birds of Prey Experience!
You and the family can get involved in this captivating experience, witnessing elegant creatures soaring the skies of Watford as well as getting the unique opportunity to hold, stroke and connect with the birds.
Find out more information at: https://watfordtowncentre.com/event/birds-of-prey-experience-2026/
Big Screen
- 🗓️Monday 3 August 2026 – Sunday 9 August 2026
- 🕙12:00am to 10:00pm
- 📍Pondside – Town Centre event space
Deckchairs will be available, but you are also welcome to bring your own chairs, pack a picnic and head to the town centre. Then just sit back and relax whilst watching some old favourites alongside new blockbusters.
The Big Screen is FREE and no booking is required, just turn up and enjoy the outdoor cinema experience!
Find out more information at: https://watfordtowncentre.com/event/big-screen-town-centre-2026/
Big Beach
- 🗓️Friday 14 August 2026 – Sunday 30 August 2026
- 🕙10:00 am to 4:00 pm
- 📍Near Watford Central Library
With the Big Beach, you don’t need to travel to the coast to feel the sand between your toes, just head into town!
The beach is completely free and is the perfect chance for people of all ages to lap up the summer sun, with deck chairs and tables provided to help you relax.
Find out more information at: https://watfordtowncentre.com/event/big-beach-2026/
Herts Pride
- 🗓️Saturday 22 August 2026
- 🕙12:00 pm to 10:00 pm
- 📍Cassiobury Park
Herts Pride is a vibrant and inclusive celebration that unites people to make a meaningful impact in their community. Whether you’re eager to volunteer, showcase your business with a stall, or serve up mouth-watering food, there are countless ways to get involved.
Find out more information at: https://watfordtowncentre.com/event/herts-pride-2026/
Other family friendly activities across Watford:
Cineworld: Every cinema, screen, and seat is a gateway to the extraordinary, visit Cineworld today!
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Escape Hunt: THE ROLLS ROYCE OF ESCAPE ROOMS
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Flip Out: Watford’s Biggest & Best Indoor Adventure Park- A new way to flipout
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Glow In One: Come and grab a pizza and alongside your round of UV minigolf with the best deal ever!
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Hollywood Bowl: Find everything you need for the ultimate day out with delicious food and drinks and 14 impressive lanes to match, at Hollywood Bowl Watford Harlequin!
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Krafty Koala Pottery Café: Craft cafe for adults and children offering birthday parties, craft activities, milkshakes and more!
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Puttshack: Experience tech-infused mini golf paired with a full-service bar and restaurant!
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Rock Up: family-friendly adventure centre is absolutely packed with colourful climbing walls, high ropes and vertical challenges, and soft play fun!
Book a session today: Click me!