This event has grown to become one of the Town's most popular festivals, bringing a wonderful carnival atmosphere to picturesque Harpenden. The event showcases the very best of food and drink, including street food, outdoor bars, market stalls and entertainment to accompany a vibrant day. Thousands of people are expected to attend the Festival which will be situated across the Town Centre, Harpenden Common and Rothamsted Park with the addition of the Sustainability Market this year.

The Festival will include outdoor bars and street food, community seating areas, market stalls, the Statty funfair, DJs, ferret racing, street entertainment, and a live Music Stage with performances by Strike Free, Pat & the Butchers as well as Number 7. This year's Children's Zone will include soft play, Sandy Art, outdoor games, arts and crafts with ArtShed and children's entertainer Cha Char Chimps. Additionally the Cookery Theatre is back - an exciting demonstration stage featuring exceptionally talented chefs sharing tips and recipes.

The Harpenden Beer Festival is back for its 11th year. The event will coincide with the Harpenden Food and Drink Festival and includes over 50 real ales, perries and ciders.

(Photo credit: Steve Collins, courtesy of Harpenden Town Council)