January Events In St. Albans, Hertfordshire
what’s on in January
Check out our list of exciting things to do in January in St. Albans, Hertfordshire!
Breakfast Book Club
Start your day with good company, great conversation, and a delicious breakfast! Let’s get together to share what books have been capturing your imagination and discover new reads to add to your list.
Where: Books on the Hill, 1 Holywell Hill ,1 Holywell Hill, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 1ER.
When: Sunday 12th January, 10:00-11:00.
Tickets: £11.55
About: Independent, family-run bookshop in the heart of St Albans with a true passion for all things literary. The intention was always to be a warm and inviting, old-fashioned bookshop, which they have nailed.
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The Crown Weekly Comedy
Free weekly comedy at the spacious The Crown pub.
Where: 144 - 146 Hatfield Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 4JA.
When: Every Wednesday, 19:00.
Tickets: No tickets required, free entry.
About: The Crown Pub regularly shows sports and puts on live, community focused events such as painting classes and comedy.
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The Best of Frankie Valli featuring Peter Andre
Enjoy The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, a musical featuring Peter Andre.
Where: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3LD.
When: Friday 17th January, 19:30.
Tickets: £47.50
About: The Alban Arena has been a premier entertainment venue for top-name shows and large events such as the St Albans Beer and Cider Festival, for over 50 years.
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Ghosts and Ghouls walk
Revel in the tales of St Albans’ past and uncover some supposedly haunted places with the City of St Albans Tour Guides.
Where: Meet outside the Museum in St Peter's Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3DH.
When: Thursday 9th January, 19:30-21:00.
Tickets: £6
About: The group of guides (founded in 1964) are all volunteers, qualified to Blue Badge/Green Badge level with the Institute of Tourist Guiding, all with comprehensive knowledge of local history.
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Yoga Under the Moon
Experience this unique yoga session under the moon in St Albans’ Cathedral.
Where: St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, St Albans AL1 1BY
When: Monday evenings from the 13th January - 3rd of February, 19:15-20:15.
Tickets: £22
About: Ali Parker has over 20 years of yoga experience and is a 200-hour Hatha Yoga trained teacher. She specialises in Pregnancy, Postnatal, Teen, Children’s yoga, and yoga for those with MS. Accredited by Yoga Alliance and a UK Level 3 Sports Coach, Ali also led yoga sessions beneath the Peace Doves art installation as a member of the Abbey congregation.
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St Albans Vegan Market
The focus is on vegan produce at this specialist city centre market, which runs only five times a year.
Where: St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire
When: Sunday 5th January, 10:30-16:00
Tickets: None required, all welcome.
About: The Vegan Market Company works with local councils to bring vegan stalls to various town and city centres.
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Whole Lotta DC
The ultimate AC/DC covers band live in St Albans. Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian).
Where: The Horn, Victoria St, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3TE.
When: Saturday 25th January, 21:00
Tickets: £12 advance / £15 Door (subject to availability).
About: The Horn pub, established in 1974, is the ‘premier live music venue’ in St Albans and hosts a never-ending supply of great bands as well as a regular quiz night.
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Wassailing
To those unfamiliar with ‘wassailing,’ this is a ceremony in which you are invited to raise a toast to the cider apple trees and make noise to scare away the bad spirits to ensure a good harvest that year.
When: Saturday 4th January, 16:30 - 18:00.
Where: Highfield Park Trust, Hill End Lane, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 0RA.
Tickets: None required, but donations encouraged.
About: Following the closure of hospitals on the extensive grounds, the Highfield Park Trust charity was set up in 1996 to provide a diverse rural park for the benefit of the local community.
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Harpenden Gang Show 2025
For 74 years the Scouts of Harpenden have been wowing packed audiences with their unique and award-winning blend of song, dance, and comedy, all from a cast of 150 aged 9 to 18.
Where: Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2FR.
When: Tuesday 14th-Saturday - 18th January. Various times.
Tickets: Standard Ticket £12.00-£25.00
About: The Eric Morecambe Centre was opened in a brand-new facility in 2021 in Harpenden and is a luxurious culture and entertainment centre.
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Harpenden Rugby Club – Men’s First Team
The first fixture of the season, Harpenden Men’s 1st XV versus North Walsham. See website for following matches.
Where: Harpenden Rugby Club, Redbourn Lane, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2BA.
When: Saturday 4th January, timing TBC.
Tickets: Free entry, no tickets required.
About: Harpenden Rugby Club was founded in 1919 facilitating the game of rugby for men, women, boys, and girls of all ages.
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Kelly’s Heroes at The Plough and Harrow
Join for some feel good music from Kelly’s Heroes and shake off the January blues.
Where: The Plough and Harrow, 88 Southdown Rd, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1PR.
When: Saturday 18th January, 21:00 - 00:00.
Tickets: None required, free entry.
About: Kelly’s Heroes is a 4-piece Hertfordshire based band with over 25+ years’ experience that cover songs mostly ranging from the 60’s to the 80's. The Plough and Harrow is a traditional style pub with a huge beer garden, that puts on regular live events.
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Dick Whittington - Children’s Theatre Group
Dick Whittington as performed by the Hurst Children’s Theatre Group.
Where: Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2FR.
When: Thursday 25th – Sunday 28th January, various times.
Tickets: Adults £17, Concessions £15.00, Children Under 16 £10.
About: The Eric Morecambe Centre was opened in a brand-new facility in 2021 in Harpenden and is a luxurious culture and entertainment centre.
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Further Afield
Ben Elton - Authentic Stupidity
Comedy legend Ben Elton is back on tour with his new show, Authentic Stupidity. After his sold-out 2019 comeback, following a 15-year break from stand-up, the godfather of modern comedy is ready to deliver more sharp, hilarious takes on life!
Where: The Grove Theatre, Grove Park, Court Drive, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4GP.
When: Saturday 11th January, 19:30
Tickets: £34.50
About: The Grove Theatre in Dunstable opened in 2007 and is a community venue which hosts a wide range of events and amateur performances.
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The Elvis Years
Led by original West End lead Mario Kombou, with more than 12 costume changes, video content and the best of Elvis with songs from every era.
Where: The Radlett Centre, 1 Aldenham Avenue, Radlett, Hertfordshire, WD7 8HL.
When: Thursday 9th January, 19:30
Tickets: £29.50
About: The Radlett Centre is a modern auditorium presenting programme of drama, musicals, comedy, and kids' shows, plus conferences.
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