St Albans is a vibrant place bursting with things to see and do, whatever the time of year. Here’s some key events taking place in 2025.

Museum of the Moon

The incredible installation by Luke Jerram, measuring 7 metres in diameter and featuring 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface, will hang in the magnificent Nave at St Albans Cathedral with events taking place under the moonlight including Yoga, talks, concerts, and performances.  

3 Jan -15 Feb, St Albans Cathedral Find out more 

Festival of Film

Every year, Talking Pictures TV and Renown Pictures take over the Alban Arena, St Albans, for a star-studded spectacular of a weekend, with live on stage entertainment plus screenings of lost and rare shorts, films & TV episodes – perfect for fans of good old fashioned entertainment.

22 – 23 March, The Alban Arena Find out more

Hertfordshire County Show

Hertfordshire’s largest outdoor event. Immerse yourself in agriculture with a packed timetable of livestock and equine classes and discover awe-inspiring plant and machinery from past and present at the Farm-Yard and Countryside zones. Witness spectacular entertainment with beautiful Sports Horses and  enjoy the very best of local shopping with deliciously curated produce in the Food Court and iconic Made in Herts zones.

24 – 25 May, The Showground, Redbourn Find out more

St Albans International Organ Festival

The world’s leading organ competition takes place in St Albans every two years. A celebration of inspirational music and art, which has been running for over 60 years will be taking place at St Albans Cathedral.

7 – 19 July, St Albans Cathedral Find out more

Summer Open Air Festival

Theatre production company OVO’s hugely popular open-air summer festival sees captivating, imaginative and surprising new versions of classic plays and stories performed in the atmospheric setting of the ancient Roman Theatre of Verulamium.

June – August, Roman Theatre of Verulamium Find out more

Foodies Festival

A weekend celebrating music, food and drink with live bands, cooking demos by top chefs, barbecue skills, baking theatre, artisan market, drinks theatre, cookery schools, kids’ activities and more. This year’s headliners are Example, Symphonic Ibiza and Blue.

30 May – 1 June, Oaklands College Find out more

St Albans Folk Festival

The Folk Festival is a vibrant weekend of events including a day of dance and music in the city centre, an evening Festival Concert, and an afternoon of family fun. It’s a great day out for all!

13 – 15 June, Various locations Find out more

Alban Pilgrimage

Join the annual Alban Pilgrimage, an impressive city centre procession of giant 12ft tall carnival puppets and a colourful re-enactment of events which led to Alban’s execution at the hands of the Romans. Pilgrimage worship at St Albans Cathedral brings the day to an end.

21 June, city centre & St Albans Arena Find out more

St Albans Comedy Garden

Laughter galore, with four nights of stupendous stand-up comedy starring the finest comedians of the moment in Verulamium Park.

24 – 27 July, Verulamium Park Find out more

Pub in the Park

Hosted by Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge, Pub in the Park is the ultimate food and drink festival returning to Verulamium Park. Enjoy a packed weekend dancing to sensational live bands and devour mouth-watering dishes created by award winning restaurants and top chefs.

5 – 7 September, Verulamium Park Find out more

St Albans Beer & Cider Festival

CAMRA’s St Albans Beer and Cider Festival will be serving up thousands of pints of beer, ciders and perries from all round the world plus there will be live music, phenomenal street food and snacks promising four days of fun.

24 – 27 September, The Alban Arena Find out more

Gin & Jazz

The hugely popular Gin & Jazz Festival is fantastic showcase for retailers and hospitality venues in historic George Street who open their doors for late night shopping. With live Swing Jazz music in the street and in shops, fabulous food, and of course, lots of gin bars, this free event is a brilliant buzz for all.

3 October,  George Street Find out more

 Check the What’s On page for more event listings.