Leighton Buzzard Events in August

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Leighton Buzzard Events in August

Get your Summer Holiday planning sorted with our guide to fun days out in August. Here’s what’s on in Leighton Buzzard for you

Fire Station Open Day – 23rd August

Fire engines, children’s activities, BBQ, plenty to do and see!

Venue – Fire Station, Lake Street, LU7 1RT
Time – 11am-3pm
Cost – Free Event
Find out more https://fb.me/e/4YGHY2bDp


JAMBOREE – 2nd August

Delicious South African street food, Stunning African crafts & creations, Live music, drumming & danceKids’ activities & family entertainment.

Venue – Leighton Buzzard Rugby Club, LU7 9HR
Time – 12pm – 7pm
Cost – £10 
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Outdoor Film Club – 1st August

Experience the magic of cinema under the stars Outdoor Film Club brings back outdoor movie nights to the heart of Leighton Buzzard.  Kicking off with a live acoustic set to start the evening and keep the vibes
Indulge in tasty street food and refreshing drinks while enjoying a movie night like no other.

Liscombe Park, LU7 0JL
Time – From 6pm
Cost – £7.75

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Other showings
Greatest Showman – 2nd August
Lion King – 16th August from 12pm
Wicked – 16th August


Beaded Dragonfly Making – 13th August

These beautiful wired and beaded dragonflies are an absolute delight to make and they look fabulous hanging in a window! Come along and enjoy rooting through the mountain of beads we have to choose from. Children will love this workshop and adults are welcome to book a place and join in with them at the reduced children’s rate of £20 per person – what are you waiting for? Book now as places are limited to a maximum of 8 people.
Email us for details and to book – redpoppiesstudio@gmail.com

Red Poppies Studio, LU7 4HQ
Time – 1pm – 3pm
Cost – £20 per person


Family Prize Bingo – 22nd August

Join us for our summer family prize bingo. Lots of great prizes to be won. Non-members welcome. Doors open 7pm Eyes down 8pm. No admittance after games have commenced

Royal British Legion, Heath and Reach
Time – 7pm – 10.45pm

More information – https://fb.me/e/5KZgCBYom


 Heathland Bug Lab at Rushmere -14th August

Linslade Road, Heath and Reach, LU7 0EB
Time – 2pm – 3.30pm
Cost – £3 per child

This event is part of Heathland Awareness Month and also part of our annual Bug Lab series of events
Hunt for mini-beasts and discover heathland wildlife, followed by a bug craft activity. All equipment will be provided with experts on hand to help with identification. This Bug Lab will take place at Rushmere’s Lord’s Hill – please park near the visitor centre and walk down to the bottom meadow using the footpath. Car park charges will apply.

Booking essential – no turn ups on the day please! Book Your Place


Polymer Clay Modelling – 20 August

 2.30 – 4.30pm  
TACTIC Centre, Hockliffe Street, Leighton Buzzard
For Ages 12–19
FREE


Get creative with polymer clay in this hands-on workshop! Shape, sculpt, and design your own unique creations to take home. Whether you’re a beginner or love to craft, this session is perfect for exploring your artistic side.


Dachsie meet-up – 10th August

D.O.O.Bers Summer Stroll
Ivinghoe Beacon National Trust Park
Time – 10.30am
Cost – Free

Join us for our next sausage stroll around the beautiful Ivinghoe Beacon. We’re meeting at 10:30am on Sunday 10th August in the National Trust Car Park on Beacon Road. More Info


The Informers  – 9th August

Venue- The Crooked Crow Bar
Time- 9pm
Cost- Free

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THE INFORMERS play all that is good from 70’s, 80’s, Rock, Ska, Punk, New Wave and Powerpop with some oddballs thrown in but with an Informeresque twist.

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Funky Snake Comedy Night – 28th August

Venue- Funky Snake Escape Rooms 
Time- 8 – 10pm
Cost- £10 pp

Laugh Your Socks Off at Leighton Buzzard’s Funniest Night Out! Looking for a cracking night of top-notch comedy? Join us at Funky Snake Comedy Club in Leighton Buzzard, where we bring you the best stand-up acts from across the UK and beyond. Whether it’s razor-sharp wit, belly-laugh banter, or downright outrageous punchlines, we’ve got it all.Expect a brilliant atmosphere, a well-stocked bar, and a line-up guaranteed to leave you in stitches. Perfect for a night out with mates, date night, or just an excuse to escape the telly for an evening of proper live entertainment. Arrive from 7pm and enjoy a drink in the cosy bar before the show. Get Tickets


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