Alban Day On The Day Brochure 2024

11am | Procession starting from St Peter’s Church 12 noon | Pilgrimage Eucharist at the Cathedral 12 noon - 5pm | Entertainment and activities across St Albans 4pm | Pilgrimage Evensong at the Cathedral Share your day with us! Use the hashtag #AlbanDay

Enjoy your visit to St Albans As well as the food and drink stalls labelled on the map, there are plenty of places to explore in town! With over 100 restaurants, pubs, cafes and coffee shops, the city centre is a melting pot of global flavours. Whether you are looking for a quick bite to eat, a cosy pub or fine dining, St Albans city centre has the perfect spot for you.

From trendy independents to well-known brands and an awardwinning market, the city is also the perfect shopping destination.

Shopping centres include Christopher Place, The Maltings and Heritage Close, whilst streets such as George Street, High Street, Market Place and St Peter’s Street feature an array of boutiques and high street favourites.

Community Safe Zone, located on Waxhouse Gate, is a quiet place to relax away from the crowds and find out about community groups in the area.

Changing Places facilities are located at Westminster Lodge and next to the toilets by the Civic Centre Car Park.

A pass for the Car Park toilets can be collected from the Museum + Gallery for the duration of this event.

Shopmobility - mobility scooters and wheelchairs are available to hire from Drovers Way. Open 9.30am-4pm.

AccessAble - find access details for shops, attractions and public spaces. Use the QR code to go straight to the St Albans guide or download the App. Toilets - Cathedral & Museum+Gallery are open until 5pm.

Drovers Way & Civic Centre Car Parks are open until 6pm.

Entertainment at the Clock Tower

12 noon | Folk/pop/rock duo Elizabeth and Jameson 1pm | Ovo theatre present a taste of their new production 1.40pm | Traditional music and dance from St Albans Morris 2.15pm | Soulful acoustic music from Conor Walker 3pm | The eclectic sounds of singer/songwriter Mark Anthony 3.30pm | St Albans Morris 4pm | Covers and original tunes from wind, brass and percussion ensemble Brassbound

Performance at the Cathedral West End

2pm, 2.45pm, 3.30pm | Ovo theatre present a taste of their new production, The Merry Wives of Windsor.

Join the celebrations for Windrush Day 2024 on Waxhouse Gate. There will be Caribbean food to try and dominoes to play. Entertainment will be provided by Ian Beckles and his steelpan from 3pm as well as vocalist Mark Anthony.

Meet the characters from the history of St Albans between the clock tower and the Cathedral!

Markets • Every Wednesday & Saturday: Browse a variety of stalls featuring local produce, delicious food & drinks.

• 2nd Sunday of Each Month: Discover local food & drink, sustainable crafts, and more!

• Vintage Market: Next one - Sunday 21 July • Vegan Market: Next one - Sunday 7 July For more information go to the Council’s website.

Welcome to the Alban Pilgrimage 2024 Join with us for this dramatic re-enactment of Alban’s martyrdom, as we retell the marvellous story that has given our city its name.

Alban is arrested | St Peter’s Roundabout Here we step back in time 1700 years and to our Roman city of Verulamium. We learn how Alban opened his home to a refugee: a Christian priest fleeing persecution. This generous and risky act of shelter led to Alban’s new faith but also put him in danger with the authorities.

The Trial of Alban | St Albans Museum From the balcony of our town hall, the Roman magistrate tries Alban for sheltering a stranger and cross examines him. Alban boldy declares his new faith and is sentenced to death.

We are then treated to the miraculous spring of water bubbling up at Alban’s feet.

Alban is put to death | West End of St Albans Cathedral Follow us to the site of Alban’s execution as we witness the beheading of Britain’s first saint and martyr. By making this journey, we continue a long tradition of pilgrimage stretching back well over a thousand years.

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Dates for the diary St Michaels Folk Evening | Wednesday 3 July Live music and dancing fill St Michael’s Street for one evening only. Head down and join this welcoming community for more than Morris dancing and ale!

St Albans Comedy Garden | Wednesday 24 - Sunday 28 July Five days of laughter in Verulamium park, with bars, food stalls and the finest comedians. From Fern Brady to Harry Hill, Dara Ó Briain to Tim Key, there’s something to tickle everyone’s funny bone.

St Albans Feastival | Sunday 22 September Indulge in international street food, a demonstration kitchen, music stage, entertainment, and activities from 12 noon to 6pm.

Gin & Jazz | Friday 4 October George Street will once again be open for late night shopping as fabulous gin bars line the street. With live Jazz music and fantastic food, this free event is gin-ormous fun for all!

Alban Film Week | Tuesday 29 October – Saturday 2 November St Albans Film Festival and St Albans Cathedral have partnered to transform the Nave into a unique venue for the silver screen.

Family favorites, classics, and special events – it’s a moving (picture) experience you won’t forget!