The 40 Baldock Festival Programme of Events
Wednesday 26th April - Friday 31st May th
Message from Kathryn Stacey, Fes val Chair 2025
This year is the 40th Baldock Fes val with a great programme of events over the fortnight. The Fes val is always the first 2 weeks of May and this year kicks off with a brand new event - Port and Cheese tas ng at the Cock, supported by Caravin.
We have some favourites back including Wine tas ng, the Book Fair, Teddy Bear's Picnic, and the Fes val Quiz. The Street Fair will be on Saturday 17th May with street entertainment, stalls, re-enactors and much more. The Classic Car show will follow on Sunday 18th May. There are also some changes, replacing the Gin event, we now invite you and your inner pirate to the Rum tas ng!
We are lucky to live in a Community which is very well supported by local businesses and community groups who arrange these events to bring us together. Please do support them where you can - there is something to interest everyone. Tickets go on sale on Saturday 12th April, please check the programme lis ngs to confirm how to buy ckets - Community Centre, Fes val website or directly from the vendor.
The Fes val commi ee are all volunteers who I would like to thank for all their hard work in preparing the amazing programme of events for us all to enjoy.
So Baldock, thank you in advance for all your support and I look forward to seeing you all out and about having fun in May.
Tickets on Sale from Saturday12th April 2024
In-person ticket sales will begin at 10am on Saturday 12th April, You will nd us on the grass area near to Pixies until 3pm".
Tickets will then go on sale on the website and will be available to buy from the community centre after 4pm
Keep an eye on the website for the latest information:
www.baldockfestival.org
Baldock Scarecrow Compe on
Baldock & Surrounding areas
Place your scarecrow where it's visible. Submit the form & photo by 16th May. Judging will take place during the Street Fair (17th). Winners will be chosen by public vote from a display of your photos on the Fes val Stand.
£3.50, Entry forms from Baldock Community Centre or the Baldock Fes val Website.
Art Trail Compe on
Baldock Arts & Heritage Centre
Explore the town's shop windows & spot the Amazing Art works! Solve the puzzle & enter the prize draw!
Trail sheets available at BAHC.
Could you pass your driving test again!
Around Baldock & Letchworth
Support Garden House Hospice! For anyone 30+, with a car & insurance. Take a 30-minute mock test with a qualified instructor. Fault costs: minor (25p), serious (£1), dangerous (£2). Book with Sean - 07530 532172.
£5 per mock test + any faults you incur!!
In conversa on with Ross Greenwood at Baldock Library
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Interes ng talk with Ross Greenwood, the author of the murder mysteriesDeath at Horsey Mere & The Village Killer.
£5 from Baldock Library
Port & Cheese Pairing Event @ The Cock
The Cock Public House 7:30 PM
5 unique cheeses paired with 5 specialty selected ports. Supported by Caravin & The Cheese Plate.
£20 from Baldock Community Centre, Baldock Fes val or directly from The Cock
Baldock Country Market
The Victoria 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Baldock Country Market is at the Victoria Pub Fridays 9-11am selling homemade cra s, baked goods, preserves & homegrown plants. FREE Entry
Indie Beer Fes val @ The Orange Tree
Orange Tree Public House
Cask & Keg beers, plus real ciders from independent brewers. Live Music & Hot Food!
FREE Entry
Coffee Morning at URC
United Reformed Church 10:00 AM12:00 PM
A morning where friends can meet to chat over coffee & cake. There will be cakes, preserves & books for sale. All welcome.
FREE Entry
Historic walk around Baldock
Around Baldock 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Anna will take you on a 1.5 mile stroll around the back lanes & footpaths in town to discover the rich history that our lovely Baldock Town has to offer. The route is suitable for most including mobility scooters, but may not be appropriate for small children & dogs. Meet at the Community Centre. £6 from Baldock Community Centre or Baldock Fes val Website
Indie Beer Fes val @ The Orange Tree
The Orange Tree Public House
Cask & Keg beers, plus real ciders from independent brewers. Live Music & Hot Food!
FREE Entry
Jazz Spectacular The Knights Templar School
The Knights Templar school 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Directed by Mr Will Byers, the KTS All Stars Big Band will play instrumental & vocal jazz from the past 90 years. There will be a bar selling wine, beer & so drinks.
Adults £10, Conc £7 & KTS pupils £5. Available from sbond@kts.school or the school recep on. Also via Wisepay.
Whose Wine Is It Anyway?
St. Mary's Church Hall 7:30 - 10:00 PM
Think you're a wine connoisseur? Join Town Twinning for a fun wine tas ng evening. Our “experts” present wines—can you spot the bluff? Come solo or in a group. Inc 5 wines, a takehome glass, & cheese nibbles. A bar & raffle will also be available.
£20 from Baldock Community Centre or Baldock Fes val Website. Also available from Baldock Town Twinning Live Music: Jam Session
The Hen & Chickens 7:30 PM Rockers/Rollers/Folkers/Jokers/Pipers Poets/Singers/Dreamers
Acous c Jam, all encouraged to join in, in-house PA. Come & join in the fun.
FREE Entry
Chez Burton
Chez Burton will be hos ng 3 different events, one on each Saturday of the fes val. Their legendary Mixology Masterclass returns, along with a Margarita a ernoon and a Beer Tas ng collabora on with Bun ngford Brewery. Visit their website for up to date informa on
Live Music: Black Squirrels
The Hen & Chickens 4:00PM
The Black Squirrels are a Classic Rock Band from Her ordshire. Set ranges from AC/DC to ZZ top!
FREE Entry
Indie Beer Fes val @ The Orange Tree
The Orange Tree Public House Cask & Keg beers, plus real ciders from independent brewers. Live Music & Hot Food!
FREE Entry
The Belgian Beer Experience Mal ngs Fish & Chips 5:00 - 7:30 PM Embark on an unforge able journey through the heart of Belgium, where you'll indulge in the rich flavours & vibrant culture that this charming country has to offer. Inc 6 beers, frites & a waffle!
£20 from Baldock Community Centre or Baldock Fes val Website
Caribbean Dinner at Eight Eight. 6:00 - 10:00 PM
Enjoy a 3 course Caribbean-inspired menu using authen c West Indian recipes & u lising the best in Bri sh produce.
£45 (£85 including Rum Cocktails) from www.eightbaldock.co.uk
Monday 5th May
BALDOCK IRISH DAY
High Street 12:00 - 9:00 PM
The High Street will become a small Irish market town with a ernoon music sessions in the Cock & White Lion. Enjoy top tradi onal musicians from the Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Scotland & Ireland! Sing along stage outside Cafe Luna. The Maria Grant School of Dancing perform at all venues from 3:30 PM.
FREE Entry
Bowls Club Open Day
Avenue Park 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Try your hand at bowls with club coaching available. Please wear flat shoes. Enjoy tea & biscuits in the pavilion, with the bar open. For more informa on, call 01462 892059.
FREE EVENT
Historic walk around Baldock
Around Baldock 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Anna will take you on a 1.5 mile stroll around the back lanes & footpaths in town to discover the rich history that our lovely Baldock Town has to offer. The route is suitable for most mobility scooters, but may not be appropriate for small children & dogs. Meet at the Community Centre.
£6 per person from Baldock Community Centre or Baldock Fes val Website Gregynog Ensemble St. Marys Church 3:30 PM
Featuring local clarine st Alison Eales & her String Ensemble, playing music by Piazzolla (Tango Ballet) Somervell & Na el. Interval tea with cakes included. £13 from Baldock Community Centre, Baldock Fes val website or on the door Over 40s Football
Baldock (Mondays) at The Arena & Hitchin (Fridays) at Priory School. 8:00 - 9:00 PM
Free session for newcomers. A friendly, recrea onal game of football with those who s ll love a kick about. All standards & ages welcome, we have some players in their 60s. We play every Monday at the Arena, as well as Fridays in Hitchin. Just turn up, or text Alan on 07581 375953 for more details. FREE EVENT
Thursday 2nd May Tuesday 6th May
Cra ea - Baldock Library
Baldock Library 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Open to all, drop in, bring your current cra project & have a chat over a cuppa!! Refreshments provided. FREE EVENT
Try Bell Ringing
St. Marys Church 7:30 - 9:00 PM
Teddy Bears' Picnic
Weston Way Nursery 3:30 - 4:45 PM
For children aged 7 & under (must be accompanied by an adult). There will be a Teddy Bear raffle. Bring your own picnic & teddy. If wet, the event may be postponed un l Tues 13th or cancelled; phone to check: 01462 892172
Children & Adults £1, Babies & teddies FREE, pay on the door.
Fes val Movie Quiz
The Orange Tree Public House 8:0010:30 PM
Team sizes of up to 6 for this moviethemed quiz. Call the Orange Tree on 01462 892341 to book your tables. £5 per head.
£5 per person, pay on the door
Wednesday 7th May
Baby Rhyme Time
Baldock Library 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Every Weds morning, Dona ons encouraged.
FREE EVENT
Views Of Old Baldock
Baldock Museum 11:00 AM –3:00PM
"Views Of Old Baldock" - pain ngs, prints & drawings of the town da ng back to the 18th century. Every Weds, Fri & Sat un l 14th May
FREE EVENT
Over 50s Singles Night at Eight Eight. 6:00 - 11:00 PM
A singles night for the over 50s. Includes a welcome drink & 3 course meal in a communal style se ng. Book from Mon 21st March
£65 from www.eightbaldock.co.uk
Baldock Folk Club Presents: Dave Kelly + Karen Macwhinnie & Mike Thompson
Orange Tree Pub 7:30 PM
It's such a thrill to have the perennial blues musician Dave Kelly back at the club along with Karen MacWhinnie & Mike Thompson
£15.00. Seats can be reserved by emailing: baldockfolkclub@gmail.com.
If you've ever fancied bell-ringing this evening will give you the chance to try. Access is challenging so wear sensible shoes. No experience necessary. Meet by the foot of the tower to the le of the main door.
FREE EVENT. Ticket required, from the Fes val gazebo on High Street on 12/4
Thursday 8th May
Story me - Baldock Library
Baldock Library 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Every Thurs morning , dona ons encouraged
FREE EVENT
Page One - Children's Book Club
Baldock Library 3:45 - 4:45 PM
Ac vity/book club for KS2 children
£2.50 from Baldock Library
BrewPoint Brewery talk with a pizza buffet
The Old White Horse 7:30 PM
Join us for an engaging evening with Tim from BrewPoint Brewery! Enjoy a complimentary pint on arrival as you savor a delicious pizza buffet. Tim will guide you through a tas ng of six different beers, accompanied by fascina ng stories & the rich history behind their crea on.
£20 from Baldock Community Centre or Baldock Fes val Website
A Wine Lover's Tour of Portugal
Baldock Arts & Heritage Centre 7:3010:00 PM
Bom dia! Join Jamie & Rob for this year’s fes val wine tas ng taking you for a tour of Portugal! Cheese, grapes & crackers provided! Obrigada!
£22 from Baldock Community Centre or Baldock Fes val Website
Friday 9th May
History in the A ernoon Views of oldBaldock
Baldock Arts & Heritage Centre 2:30pm
A mul -media talk on the history & life of 3 great composers - Rossini, Bellini & Donize . With live music by soprano Laura Valen ne & accompanist, Margaret Johnson.
£8 on the door (inc tea & cake)
Hartsfield Colour Run
Hartsfield School 3:30 - 4:30 PM
A er school on Friday 9th May, the Hartsfield playing field will be turned into a mini obstacle course with different colour sta ons to shower runners in ecofriendly colour.
£8 per child, inc medal and white T-shirt.
Fes val Rum Tas ng
The Orange Tree
7:30 - 11:00 PM
For Rum enthusiasts, you'll taste 6 unique Rums this year, guided by experts on the history of rum. Bring friends, snacks, & enjoy a fun night. Only for those 18+. You are strongly advised not to drive, operate machinery or start singing Karaoke a er this event.
£25 from Baldock Community Centre or Baldock Fes val Website Unicorn Ceilidhs - Crowdy Kit St. Mary's Church Hall 7:30 - 11:30 PM Unicorn Ceilidh provides high-energy ceilidhs for discerning dancers of all ages. Clear instruc ons from the caller before & during the set, allowing anyone to join in & enjoy the dancing. From £7 to £13 available online at www. cketsource.co.uk/unicornceilidhs
Over 40s FootballBaldock (Mondays)at The Arena & Hitchin (Fridays) at Priory School. 8:00 - 9:00 PM
Free session for newcomers. A friendly, recrea onal game of football with those who s ll love a kick about. All standards & ages welcome – we have some players in their 60s. We play every Monday at the Arena, as well as Fridays in Hitchin. Just turn up, or text Alan on 07581375953 for more details.
FREE EVENT
Saturday 10th May
The Great Baldock Bake Off!
Baldock Community Centre 9:30 AM3:00 PM
You are invited to take part in the Fes val's cake-making compe on & raise money for the Garden House Hospice! Two ages categories of entrants: adult, & child up to 13 years old. This year's theme is 40 years of Baldock fes val.
FREE Entry, see Baldock Fes val Website for entry forms Ecofest 2025
High Street 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Join Baldock Beats Waste for this year's Ecofest on the High Street! Learn about climate change, our environmental impact, going green, and ps & tricks for living more sustainably. Lots of educa onal stalls as well as those selling fantas c sustainable & green products.
FREE EVENT
Book Fair in aid of The Garden House Hospice
Baldock Community Centre 10:00 AM4:00 PM
Every year, 1000s of pre-loved books find new homes at our Book Fair, raising lots of money for Garden House Hospice. Join us to discover great deals & donate your spare books.
FREE Entry
Rubbish or Treasure
Baldock Museum 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Bring along any interes ng old objects you have found in your garden, house, or in the countryside to be iden fied by Keith FitzPatrick-Ma hews, North Herts Museum's archaeology officer.
FREE EVENT
Views of Old Baldock"A Noise Annoys" - Jude Simpson Poet.Wordsmith. Writer. Performer.
St. Mary's Church Hall 2:00 PM
A family friendly show featuring annoying noises, joyful words, poetry, songs & silliness, proceeds to church hall repairs following the vandalism. Refreshments available.
£10 Adults, £5 under 18's from Baldock Community Centre or h ps://www. cketsource.co.uk/fosm Fes val Fun Quiz
St. Mary's Church Hall 7:00 - 11:00 PM
The popular Fes val Fun Quiz is back with its light-hearted quiz for all abili es. This always over-subscribed quiz is entry by form only, limited to 16 teams of 6. No entries accepted on the night. Licensed bar with table service. Prizes for the winning & losing teams.
£30 per team from Baldock Community Centre or Baldock Fes val Website
When Judas Met John Baldock Arts & Heritage Centre
8:00PM
Influenced by the mee ng of Bob Dylan & The Beatles, Irish duo Brothers Broke compare, adapt & perform a unique interpreta on of songs by both ar sts.
£14 (Movie club members £12) from BAHC Website.
Chez Burton
Chez Burton will be hos ng 3 different events, one on each Saturday of the fes val. Their legendary Mixology Masterclass returns, along with a Margarita a ernoon and a Beer Tas ng collabora on with Bun ngford Brewery. Visit their website for up to date informa on
Sunday 11th May
Baldock's Closed Pubs Tour
The Orange Tree
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Meet Rob at The Orange Tree for a 3 mile walk visi ng all of Baldock's closed pubs. Car parking is available. £10 from Baldock Community Centre or Baldock Fes val website
Friends Of Baldock Green Spaces
Conserva on Event
Loca on TBC
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM Join Friends of Baldock Green Spaces to help your local green space be a great place for wildlife & walks. Path clearance, li er picking & more! Tools & hot drinks will be provided. All are welcome, children must be accompanied by an adult. FREE EVENT. Facebook.com/fobgs for details
Widdershin's Puppet Show
Baldock Arts & Heritage Centre 11:0011:45 AM
Lions are tough & scary! Jackals are cunning & hungry! But Old Nanny Nibblebeard manages to outwit both of them by pretending to be Nanooshka The Queen of All Goats. A Queen with an endless appe te.
£9 from BAHC Website
Ashwell at Home 2025
Ashwell 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Ashwell at Home welcomes visitors from far & wide. There is lots to see & do - open gardens of all types & sizes, free workshops, plant sales, live music & entertainment, talks, displays & guided walks, refreshments, lunches & more!
£10 adults (under 18s free with paying adult) on the day at, or £9 in advance from the website: www.ashwellathome.org.uk. Baldock Community Orchestra
St. Marys Church 3:00 PM
Baldock Community Orchestra presents an exci ng programme of classical & popular music, from the Baroque era through to the 20th century.
Dona ons gratefully received & will support the work of Friends of St Mary's Baldock & the Baldock Community Orchestra.
Live Music: Letsby Avenue
The Hen & Chickens 4:00 PM
A Four piece band playing the very best rock & blues hits with a modern edge.
FREE Entry
Monday 12th May
Explore historical maps of Baldock Baldock Library 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Explore how Baldock has changed through maps of Baldock over the ages. Refreshments provided.
FREE EVENT
Mah Jong Club Baldock Library
Baldock Library 1:30 - 3:00 PM
Open to all skills levels, refreshments provided
FREE EVENT
A taste of India: Tradi onal Home Cooked Indian Buffet Night
Bombay Bistro 6:00 - 10:00 PM
Home cooked Indian food is usually cooked in a hotpot & le to simmer over a long period so all the juices of the ingredients remain & fuse to create some great flavours. On this special night we will be serving dishes prepared this way so you can try a variety of them. Vegetarian dishes too! 1st Si ng 6-7.45pm / 2nd Si ng 8-10pm.
£20 from Baldock Community Centre or Baldock Fes val Website
More than a site – how ancient Baldock linked with the wider world Baldock Arts & Heritage Centre 7:30 PM
In his talk Keith Fitzpatrick Williams will explore the landscape around Baldock, looking at how it relates with other places & how those links changed through me.
£7 (inc a small glass of wine or juice) from BAHC Website
Over 40s Football
Baldock (Mondays)at The Arena & Hitchin (Fridays) at Priory School. 8:00 - 9:00 PM
Free session for newcomers. A friendly, recrea onal game of football with those who s ll love a kick about. All standards & ages welcome - have some players in their 60s. We play every Monday at the Arena, as well as Fridays in Hitchin. Just turn up, or text Alan on 07581 375953 for more details.
FREE EVENT
Tuesday 13th May
Cra ea
Baldock Library 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Open to all, drop in, bring your current cra project & have a chat over a cuppa!! Refreshments provided.
FREE EVENT
Lego Club
Baldock Library 3:30 - 4:30 PM
For children ages 5-12. Join the library for some Lego fun!
£4 from Baldock Library Brass Band Concert
United Reformed Church 7:30 PM
The Sto old Salva on Army Band will play a medley of tunes & hymns to delight & entertain you. Refreshments served in the interval.
£5 from the Baldock Community Centre or Baldock Fes val website or on the door.
Fes val Music Quiz
The Orange Tree Pub 8:00 - 10:30 PM
The Annual Baldock Fes val Music Quiz. Please call 01462 892341 to book your tables. Profits to Baldock Fes val. £5 per person payable on the night
Wednesday 14th May
Baby Rhyme Time
Baldock Library 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Every Wednesday morning, dona ons encouraged.
FREE EVENT
Cheese & Wine Tas ng at Eight
Eight. 6:30 - 10:00 PM
You will be greeted with a glass of fizz on arrival, then enjoy 6 cheeses & wines selected by Toby from The Cheese Plate.
£45 from www.eightbaldock.co.uk
Thursday 15th May
Story me
Baldock Library 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Every Thurs morning, dona ons encouraged
FREE EVENT
Page One - Children's Book Club
Baldock Library 3:45 - 4:45 PM
Ac vity/book club for KS2 children
£2.50 from Baldock Library
Greek Wine Supper Club Eight. 6:30 - 10:30 PM
Enjoy a 4 course Greek-inspired meal with accompanying Greek wine with each course for just £70 per head. Hosted by James from Wine 2 Trade. £70 from www.eightbaldock.co.uk
Fes val Whisky Tas ng
Orange Tree Pub 8:00 - 10:00 PM
Reknowned Whisky writer & historian
Dr. Nicholas Morgan is back again. This year there will be 10 whiskies for you to sample, & a fine bo le of Whisky to be raffled off. You are strongly advised to eat beforehand, & not to drive a er this event. Strictly over 18s only.
£30 from Baldock Community Centre or Baldock Fes val Website
Cafe Luna Quiz
Café Luna - Thursday 15th May @ 7.30pm
Test your general knowledge at our Baldock Fes val Quiz Night., back by popular demand! There will be food, and booze, of course!!! Max 5 players per team.
Pop into Luna to book a table. £2 pp
Friday 16th May
Beetle Drive
United Reformed Church 6:30 PM
A fun-filled Beetle Drive, perfect for the whole family & guaranteed to bring lots of laughter! Includes refreshments & an exci ng raffle. Come & support Baldock United Reformed Church for an enjoyable evening together.
£5 inc refreshments, pay on the door Fashion Show & Sale (in aid of Church Hall Restora on Project)
St. Mary's Church Hall 7:30 PM
A high end nearly new Fashion Show & Sale including evening dresses, costume jewellery, bags & hats. Pay bar & live music.
£20 Adults, £15 (under 18s) inc free drink from Baldock Community Centre or www. cketsource.co.uk/fosm
Over 40s Football
Baldock (Mondays)at The Arena & Hitchin (Fridays) at Priory School. 8:00 - 9:00 PM
Free session for newcomers. A friendly, recrea onal game of football with those who s ll love a kick about. All standards & ages welcome - have some players in their 60s. We play every Monday at the Arena, as well as Fridays in Hitchin. Just turn up, or text Alan on 07581 375953 for more details.
FREE EVENT
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The Cock Beer Fes val
The Cock Public House
Celebra ng the 40th Baldock Fes val
There will be a selec on of 16 different cask ales, 5 real ciders & cra beers available. Across the 3 days the pub will host a variety of live music acts in conjunc on with SoundArc promo ons. Street Food will be available. The event is to be held in the courtyard beer garden adjacent to the pub.
FREE Entry
Saturday 17th May
Baldock Street Fair
Baldock High Street 11:00am - 5:00 pm
Baldock Street Fair is a must-a end event with an array of cra & charity stalls. Highlights include Medieval combat displays, performances by Tricky Micky including Punch & Judy shows, & drop-in circus skills workshops. Enjoy fairground rides, lively dancing (including tradi onal Morris dancing). Local schools will perform & the Baldock Country Market will be in the Community Centre.
FREE EVENT
Solar Viewing
Baldock High Street 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Have you ever been able to safely look at the sun? It's too bright, can hurt your eyes, & is dangerous without the right equipment. Letchworth & District Astronomical Society has organized a solar viewing to change that! Come along to the street fair & use specialist equipment, with LDAS members on hand,to safely observe the sun & join the select group of sun watchers!
FREE EVENT
Sacrifice & Celebra on:
Baldock in the Second World War
Baldock Museum 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Baldock Museum Display: "Sacrifice & Celebra on: Baldock in the Second World War" - a display marking the 80th anniversary of the end of the war. Tours of the Church
St. Marys Church 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Come & find out more about our historic building. Tours at 11am, 1pm & 3pm. Refreshments available.
FREE EVENT (dona ons welcome) TowerTrips
St. Mary's Church Baldock – 11:00 AM4:00 PM
Tower trips will take place, throughout the day. Come & see Baldock from a different perspec ve! Refreshments available. No under 8s. Sensible footwear is required. Entry £5 adult / £1 child (8-16) on the day.
The Cock Beer Fes val
The Cock Public House
Celebra ng the 40th Baldock Fes val, there will be a selec on of 16 different cask ales, 5 real ciders & cra beers will be available. Across the 3 days the pub will host a variety of live music acts in conjunc on with SoundArc promo ons. Street Food will be available. The event is to be held in the courtyard beer garden adjacent to the pub.
FREE Entry
Wind in the Willows by Living Theatre
St. Marys Church 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Some mes, just stepping out of your front door can lead to a huge adventure! All ages welcome. (All proceeds to raise funds for the church hall following the vandalism last year)
Adults £12, £8 (under 18) from h ps://www. cke ailor.com/events/t helivingtheatre/1589536
Sip n' Paint
Pixies 7.30-9.30pm Come & let out your inner ar st for an evening of pain ng (on pre drawn canvasses) with drinks and nibbles. Ticket inc prosecco on arrival, nibbles & all equipment. £30 pop in to Pixies to book.
Baldock Town Youth Football Club
Quiz Evening
St. Mary's Church Hall 7:30 PM
Teams of up to 8 people for a Quiz hosted by Baldock Town Youth Football Club. Includes a cheeseboard per table £10 per person, by emailing social@baldocktyfc.co.uk.
Jam Session with Steve's Karaoke
The Hen & Chickens 7:30 PM
Karaoke Steve is back with his comprehensive song book. Open to all.
FREE Entry
Chez Burton
Chez Burton will be hos ng 3 different events, one on each Saturday of the fes val. Their legendary Mixology Masterclass returns, along with a Margarita a ernoon and a Beer Tas ng collabora on with Bun ngford Brewery. Visit their website for up to date informa on
Sunday 18th May
Baldock Classic Car Show
Baldock High Street 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Baldock Classic Car Show welcomes vehicles over 20 years old & select newer models. Prizes for best in class. BBQ, bar, & refreshments available. Classic bikes & commercial vehicles also invited. Pre-enter online or download forms from the Baldock Fes val Website (www.baldockfes val.org). Follow us on Facebook.
£5 Dona on to park a vehicle (pay on the day).
Open Gardens
Around Baldock 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Explore & enjoy various hidden gardens around baldock. Refreshments at the Community Centre Youth Wing between 2 & 4pm. Ticket comes with a map & garden details. Mini bus is available on request. Proceeds support Rotary's charitable work. £7.00 (under 16s free) from Baldock Community Centre, Fes val Website or on the day
Live Music: Fi h Wheel
The Hen & Chickens 4:00 PM
Is there a Doctor in the house?? Yes there is & with a double bass too. Fi h Wheel are back to get the joint jiving!
FREE Entry
Pizza & Cocktail Masterclass
The Old White Horse 5:00 PM
An unforge able experience with Jamie (Na onal pizza awards finalist) & Ash! Dive into the art of crea ng fresh, delicious pizzas from scratch while learning the secrets behind cra ing banging cocktails. £27 from Baldock Community Centre or Fes val Website
The Cock Beer Fes val
The Cock Public House
Celebra ng the 40th Baldock Fes val there will be a selec on of 16 different cask ales, 5 real ciders & cra beers will be available. Across the 3 days the pub will host a variety of live music acts in conjunc on with SoundArc promo ons. Street Food will be available. The event is to be held in the courtyard beer garden adjacent to the pub.
FREE Entry
Wednesday 21st May
Baldock Hor cultural Society - Talk on Fuchsias by Nick Dobson
Brandles School 7:00 PM
A talk on Fuchsias by Nick Dobson. There is also a raffle, tea, coffee & biscuits. There will also be a stall selling a variety of plants (cash only) grown by members.Before the talk 7:45PM
£3 on the door / Members free
Thursday 22nd May
Football Quiz at The Vic
The Victoria 7:00 - 10:00 PM
So, how much do you think you know about Football? Come & find out! Teams of 6. Raising money for Garden House Hospice
£2.50 per team member payable on the night (Max 6 per team)
Detec ng Local History
Baldock Community Centre 8:00
PM
What metal detec ng can tell us about our local history, an illustrated talk by Dave Mance & Clive Reader.
£3.00 on the door
Sunday 25th May
Live Music: Red Light Fever
The Hen & Chickens 4:00 PM 4-piece Classic Rock band covering all bases from The Clash to The Who, Dr. Feelgood to Talking Heads, Snow Patrol, Oasis through to ZZ Top, the 60's, 70's 80's & beyond... If it's explosive Dad Rock you want, then give us a shout!!
FREE Entry
Friday 30th May
Open Mic with Mark Smith
The Hen & Chickens 7:30 PM
Open Mic with Mark Smith - Turn up, sign up & join in or just sit & listen!!To book a slot please contact Mark direct on - 07791 776796
FREE Entry
Saturday 31st May
Country Boots, Baldock Roots
Hartsfield School 12:00 - 10:00 PM
Last year's sell out country fes val is back, bigger than ever!! Join us for a boot-scoo ng fun filled day. Live bands, solo ar sts and tribute acts to some of country music's biggest ar sts will be taking to our giant stage.
There will be a line dancing arena with sessions running throughout the day. A bar, food stalls, market stalls, a rodeo bull, axe throwing, bouncy castle & more besides! Fun for all ages! All proceeds will be donated to Hitchin Pantry. Follow Country Boots, Baldock Roots on FB and Instagram for up to date informa on. Picnics allowed but no drinks to be brought on site please.Feel free to bring blankets or camping chairs.
Tickets are £30 adults, £20 Teens, £15 Kids (2-12). Under 2s free, from www.eventbrite.co.
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