Raring2go! Watford

12 raring2go .co.uk Speci fi cally aimed at children aged 6 months to 5 years. Families can expect a day of all-inclusive dedicated preschool fun! The TOTFest schedule of activities is immersive, unique, fun, interactive and varied, and is based around 5 core zones: CREATE, IMAGINE, MOVE, EXPLORE & PLAY. The day promises to be jam packed, there’s giant painting canvasses, a baby rave, bubbleologists, crazy golf, drama workshops, story time sessions, a tots race track, a Raring2go! WHAT’S ON LOCALLY JUNE Around 600 young musicians, aged between 4 – 18 years ranging from beginners to advanced, will be performing on two stages in the open air, with groups, ensembles and choirs of all different types. There will be a range of food and craft stalls and you can take a break to go and see all the exhibits of the Museum too. So bring your family and friends, a picnic blanket and anything else you need and have a great day out. coam.org.uk/events Bucks Music Trust Summer Festival July 4th, 12.30pm – 6.30pm: Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles HP8 4AB Pack your picnic basket and favourite teddy ready for an adventurous expedition to Hertford Castle. Once you and your furry friend arrive at the grounds why not join in the bear hunt inside the castle, or the teddy bear’s parade in the main arena? There will be magic shows, bouncy castles, and a whole programme of activities in the arena to entertain the whole family. A live brass band concert will perform throughout the day and Hertford Castle will be open to the public to explore. hertford.gov.uk/teddy-bears-picnic/ Teddy Bear’s Picnic July 18th, 12pm – 4pm: Hertford Castle, Castle Street SG14 1HR TOTFest 2021, August 7th, 12 – 5pm: Herts County Showground, Dunstable Rd, St Albans AL3 7PT Animal Mummies May 18th – 17th October: Natural History Museum, Tring HP23 6AP Examine animal mummies given as gifts to the ancient Egyptian gods and see how modern technology allows Museum scientists to study them. Scans and X-rays reveal the untold stories of these revered creatures and the way ancient Egyptians lived with these animals and preserved them after their death. nhm.ac.uk Peter Pan, Roman Theatre Open Air Festival May 28th – June 27th: Maltings Theatre, Bluehouse Hill, St Albans AL3 6AE. OVO presents a musical version of J.M. Barrie’s classic, much loved play, told with our customary irreverence and wit. With lashings of magic, mischief, music and make-believe – and just a little sprinkle of fairy dust – Peter Pan will be the most thrilling theatrical treat this summer. maltingstheatre.co.uk Welcome Back BBQ June 22nd, 12 – 2pm: Croxley Park, Watford WD18 8YR A BBQ meal will be available to purchase from the Cafe at the Hive. Enjoy live music, ice cream, summer garden games & more. croxleypark.com/events St. Albans Vegan Market July 4th, 10.30am – 4pm: St Peters Street, St Albans AL1 3SQ The event features up to 60 stalls including a huge variety of vegan fast food, healthy eats, artisan savouries, sweet bakes, craft cheeses, handmade cosmetics, ethical clothing & jewellery, arts & crafts, plastic-free, and charity stalls. All created by a handpicked selection of talented, ethical and sustainable businesses. veganmarkets.co.uk JULY AUGUST Whilst we make every effort to ensure the accuracy of all events, please check details with the organiser to avoid disappointment.