What’s on in St Albans: November and December 2026

November 2026

7 November: Christmas Artisan Fair and 3-Day Art Fair

The cathedral’s Nave hosts an artisan shopping fair with independent makers, gifts and school choirs. A separate art exhibition in the North Transept runs from 7 to 9 November.

Saturday 7 November, 11am-3pm, St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, AL1 1BY. Artisan Fair entry is £2.50 for adults; under-16s are free. The Art Fair is free and has different hours: Saturday 11am-5pm, Sunday 12.30pm-4pm and Monday 9.30am-5pm.

7 November: St Albans Fireworks Spectacular

A fireworks evening in Verulamium Park supporting Isabel Hospice and Herts Domestic Abuse Helpline. This is a ticketed outdoor event, separate from the daytime cathedral fair.

Saturday 7 November, gates from 6pm and fireworks at 7.30pm. Published online prices are £12.50 adult, £7.50 child aged 4-16 and £35 for two adults and two children; ages 3 and under are free. Gate prices are higher. The accessible area is reached through Gate 1.

11-14 November: We Will Rock You

St Albans Musical Theatre Company performs the Queen-song musical at the Alban Arena.

Wednesday 11 to Saturday 14 November, Alban Arena, Civic Centre, AL1 3LD. The venue lists 7.30pm evening performances and a 2.30pm matinee; use the booking calendar for the particular date, seat price and availability. A £3.50 transaction fee applies per booking.

22 November: St Albans Christmas Cracker

The council’s city-centre street event brings together traders, music, street entertainment and family activities to start the festive season.

Sunday 22 November, noon-6pm, St Albans city centre. Use the organiser’s information for the current layout, access and activity details.

29 November: Advent Procession

A candlelit cathedral service combining readings and music, with the choir moving through different parts of the building to mark the start of Advent. All are welcome.

Sunday 29 November, 6pm-7.30pm, St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, AL1 1BY. Doors open at 5.10pm. See the cathedral’s service page for any updated entry or access arrangements.

December 2026

4 December-3 January: Beauty and the Beast

The Alban Arena’s pantomime stars Joe Swash in a production by Evolution Productions. The run continues into January.

Friday 4 December to Sunday 3 January, Alban Arena, Civic Centre, AL1 3LD. Times vary by performance. Tickets are advertised from £16, with a £3.50 transaction fee per booking. The venue lists a BSL performance on 5 December at 6pm and a relaxed performance on 12 December at 11am.

6 December: Hospice of St Francis Christmas Carol Concert

A fundraising concert at St Albans Cathedral with local choirs, seasonal readings and opportunities for the audience to join in. Proceeds support the Hospice of St Francis.

Sunday 6 December, 6.30pm; doors open 30 minutes before the concert. Adult seats are £10-£20 and concessions or under-16s £8-£12, depending on seating area, plus a £1.25 per-ticket booking fee. The organiser publishes wheelchair and companion-seat arrangements.

12 December: Carols on the Hour

Short carol services with different St Albans choirs offer a festive pause during a city-centre visit. The cathedral asks visitors to arrive in good time and expect queues.

Saturday 12 December, services on the hour from 11am, with the last at 5pm, St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, AL1 1BY. No tickets are required. Entry is through the West End doors, with exit through the Welcome Centre. Some choir slots were still to be confirmed when checked.