Outdoor events and festivals - Overview

Music in the meadows concerts

Bedford’s much-loved music in the meadows bandstand concerts take place in the summer. Updates for future concerts will be added to this page. 

The Bedford Kite and Motoring Festival

After the huge success for the 2023 festival we hope to return in 2025. Watch this space for more information.

Park events calendar 2023

See list of events taking place on Bedford Borough Council parkland in 2023.

All listed events are regulated to ensure the highest safety requirements are met. Every event is subject to cancellation or postponement, dates are valid at the time of publication. Please check on the event webpages listed for up to date information. 

Bedford BID 

Go to Bedford BID's Love Bedford website for events taking place in Bedford town centre.

Contact the Events Team

Email: events@bedford.gov.uk