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Inventory Team Treasure Trove
Exhibitions

Inventory Team Treasure Trove

A display of objects chosen by our team of Collection Volunteers while they

Wardown House, Museum and Gallery - | 11am - 5pm, closed Fridays and Saturdays, open every day during school holidays
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Luton150 Exhibition
Exhibitions

Luton150 Exhibition

In 2026, Luton Borough celebrates its 150th anniversary. To mark this milestone…

Wardown House, Museum and Gallery - | 11am - 5pm (closed Fridays and Saturdays)
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UKCCA 50th Anniversary HAT Expo Exhibition
Exhibitions

Celebrating Luton Carnival 50th Anniversary

Luton’s International Carnival is celebrating its 50th year on Sunday 24th May…

Wardown House, Museum and Gallery - | 11am - 5pm
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British Wildlife Photography Awards Exhibition
Exhibitions

British Wildlife Photography Awards Exhibition

The "British Wildlife Photography Awards" is the UK’s leading wildlife and…

Stockwood Discovery Centre - | 11am -5pm, closed Mondays and Tuesdays (open Mon 26th and Tues 27th October for school holidays)
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Morley College London: Expressions in Headwear
Exhibitions

Morley College London: Expressions in Headwear

Expressions in Headwear presents the work of millinery (hat-making) students…

Wardown House, Museum and Gallery - | 11am - 5pm
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The Soul of Afghanistan: Folk, Ghazal and Sufi Music Across Generations
Music

The Soul of Afghanistan: Folk, Ghazal and Sufi Music Across Generations

Yusuf & Ariz Mahmoud The Soul of Afghanistan Folk, Ghazal and Sufi Music

Hat Factory Arts Centre | Doors at 7pm, starts at 7:30pm - 10:30pm
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The BIG Draw at Stockwood
Event Workshop Family

The BIG Draw

The Big Draw Festival 2026 is here! We are so excited to bring

- | 26th, 27th and 29th October 11am - 4pm
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Phil Ellis: Bath Mat
Comedy

Phil Ellis: Bath Mat

Multi-award winning "comic genius" (The Scotsman) and the new star of…

Hat Factory Arts Centre | Doors at 7:30pm, starts at 8pm
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Olaf Falafel's Stupidest, Super Stupid Show
Family Comedy

Olaf Falafel's Stupidest, Super Stupid Show

OLAF FALAFEL’S STUPIDEST SUPER STUPID SHOW Winner of the Best Kids’ Show at

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | 11:30am and 2pm
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Red Robin’s Winter Song
Family Theatre

Red Robin’s Winter Song

Red Robin’s Winter Song By Manjeet Mann | Presented by Tutti Frutti Productions

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | 11:30am and 2pm
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Lugus Ceramics: Clay Creatures
Family Workshop

Make Your Clay Creature

Get creative this Halloween and make your very own creepy clay creature! Join

Stockwood Discovery Centre - | 11:30am and 2pm
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Dance in the Dark
Family Dance

Dance in the Dark

A captivating dance and music show with fun interaction for ages 3+ &

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | 11:30am and 2pm
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Swirl Nightclub: October 2026
Club Night Music

Swirl Nightclub: October 2026

Bedfordshire’s Biggest Disability Club Night! Each night features Live Djs,…

Hat Factory Arts Centre | 7pm
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Halloween Creative Make & Take Wardown
Family Workshop

Halloween Creative Make & Take Wardown

Come to Wardown to create and make Halloween crafts, bat bookmarks, spooky masks

Wardown House, Museum and Gallery - | 11:30am, 1:00pm and 2:30pm
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WiFi Wars: Halloween Special
Family Theatre

WiFi Wars: Halloween Special

From classic TV game shows to zen-like word puzzles, from retro video games

Hat Factory Arts Centre | 2pm
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Things To Do In Luton

From fascinating heritage and beautiful gardens to unforgettable performances and family adventures, there’s always something new to discover with The Culture Trust in Luton.

🎃 October Half-Term: Creature Quest 🎅 Christmas in Luton

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Wardown House, Museum & Gallery Stockwood Discovery Centre Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat District
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October Half-Term

Creature Quest: October Half-Term Festival

This October, embark on a week of adventure, imagination and discovery across…

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Christmas at the Culture Trust 2024

Christmas At The Culture Trust

Stockwood Illuminated is better than ever this year with an exciting innovative…

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Stockwood Illuminated 2026
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Stockwood Illuminated 2026

Make Christmas feel magical again. Explore Stockwood Illuminated's light trail,…

Stockwood Discovery Centre - | From 4:30pm - 8pm depending on date
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The Hat Factory Café & Bar

The Hat Factory Café & Bar is now open, operating Monday to Thursday from 8:30am to 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am to midnight, Saturday 9am to midnight and Sunday 9am to 7pm.

Indulge in a diverse array of beverages and snacks at The Hat Factory Café & Bar.

The Hat Factory Café & Bar 2024
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