Events and Activities in Bletchley
& Fenny Stratford
Find fun, free events in Bletchley and Fenny Stratford below, as well as volunteering opportunities and community engagement activities.
You can also find local events here:
Bletchley and Fenny Stratford Town Council Events Page
West Bletchley Council Events Page
Bletchley Park Events Page (admission / ticket fees apply)
Christmas on Queensway
Queensway and Stanier Square, Central Bletchley, MK2 2DW
Bletchley and Fenny Stratford Town Council welcomes you to their annual, free ‘Christmas on Queensway’ event. With fun for all the family, including:
Meet Santa
Santa dash (sign up in advance)
Live music
Dinosaurs
Train
YMCA Cook School
Find out more about the event, including sign up links for the Santa dash, on the Council’s website here.
Half Term Halloween Activities and Disco
Frank Moran Centre, 12 Melrose Ave, Bletchley, MK3 6PA
Magician and facepainting 2-5pm
Disco 6-8pm
Suitable for children aged 13 and under, under 10s need to be accompanied by a responsible adult. Free for MK3 residents. Call on 01908 370348 or visit the centre to book a place for one of the magic shows (no need to book for facepainting or the disco).
Full details on the Frank Moran Facebook page.
Fenny Poppers Festival
Aylesbury Street, Fenny Stratford
A festival for all the family that includes firing of the historical Fenny Popper (cast iron mug stuffed with gunpowder) at 2pm. Live music and dancing on stage.
Bring a picnic or enjoy food from one of the many food stalls or cafes. Funfair rides, bouncy castles, face painting, candy floss and lots more.
Find out more:
https://www.facebook.com/FennyPoppersFestival
Volunteering opportunities - email: stalls@fennyfestival.org.uk
Childrens Vaccination Drop in Clinic
Daisychain Family Centre, Melrose Avenue, Bletchley, MK3 6PS
NHS Health Staff locally are still seeing cases of measles and whooping cough in our region. The best way to prevent these diseases is by vaccination., so the NHS is providing free catch-up vaccination clinics for children up to Year 7 or pre-school age, and for pregnant women.
The next NHS vaccination clinic will take place on Thursday 15 August at Daisychain Family Centre in West Bletchley. There are also clinics planned for the following dates in 2024:
Thursday 12 September (09:30 to 12:30)
Thursday 17 October (09:30 to 12:30)
Thursday 14 November (09:30 to 12:30)
Thursday 12 December (09:30 to 12:30)
You don’t have to book in advance and all children’s vaccinations are available. Please see this poster for further details and for more information on immunisations on the dedicated webpage for latest information and list of available dates this year.
West Bletchley Carnival 2024
Rickley Park, Bletchley, MK3 6HF
West Bletchley Carnival 2024 welcomes Bletchley residents to this year’s Under the Sea themed event on Saturday 13th July. Food, drinks, stalls, entertainment, children's activities and more from 12-5pm at Rickley Park!
Find out more on the West Bletchley Carnival Facebook page.
Parade begins on Melrose Avenue to Rickley Park at 12pm.
For information on participating in the parade, contact events@westbletchleycouncil.gov.uk or call 01908 370 348
Easter Event in Bletchley Town Centre
Stanier Square, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK2 2ES
Easter on Stanier Square, Bletchley town centre organised by Bletchley & Fenny Stratford Town Centre. See the B&FSTC website for the latest information.
Free crafts
Hunt the clues
Easter egg prizes
Meet the Easter Bunny
Community Christmas Carols
Freeman Church Car Park, MK3 5HH
All are welcome at this free Community Christmas Carols event in the Church Car Park or inside the Hall if the weather is wet.
Hot drinks are available and carol sheets, please bring a lantern or torch.
Panto on Queensway
Queensway, Bletchley
As part of the Bletchley & Fenny Stratford Town Council (B&FSTC) Christmas on Queensway event you can come and experience the magic of a Christmas pantomime, suitable for ages 5+.
The Tinder Box is a traditional Hans Christian Anderson fairytale, which will be delivered as a Christmas pantomime, by local performance group Tread The Boards.
Cheer as good triumphs over evil, boo the villains and laugh at the Dame as we follow the story of a soldier, three magic dogs and an eccentric professor for whom a humble tinder box holds the key to health, wealth and happiness
Tickets need to be pre-booked and include one hot chocolate drink or a can of soft drink plus a bag of popcorn (vegan and gluten free available). You can find full Christmas on Queensway event information here: https://fb.me/e/39vpwYMNh
Christmas on Queensway
Queensway, Bletchley high street
Event organised by Bletchley & Fenny Stratford Town Council. Full details available on the Town Council website here.
Come to Queensway on Saturday 2nd December to celebrate festive traditions old and new.
Fairground games
Christmas pantomime live and outdoors on Queensway
Santa Dash across Queensway. Come dressed in your finest santa suit and run / walk / stroll along Queensway for a commemorative medal. (All bookable via the event website, link below)
Gingerbread house decorating craft table
Ugly Christmas Jumper parade
Carol singers including the Premier Academy School children
Live entertainment throughout the day
Hot food, snacks and treats from local and independent traders
Meet Santa and ride the land train.
The Grinch and festive elves
Christmas Bazaar
Queensway Methodist Church, Queensway, MK2 2HB
Fenny Stompers Jazz Band
Gifts, games, competitions and tombola
Cakes, refreshments and light lunches
Santa’s Grotto (£1 per child)
Halloween on Queensway
Stanier Square, Bletchley High Street, Queensway
Halloween themed event organised by Bletchley & Fenny Stratford Town Council. Come along for some delicious hot food (vegan and gluten free catered for). There will be lots of themed collectors toy and comic stalls, plus wonderful handmade food and craft too.
Entertainment includes:
Win prizes for the best fancy dress (kids and adults)
Meet the Ghostbusters and have a go catching your own ghouls
Take part in the Mystery trail
Face painting and lots more!
Dogs on leads welcome - no booking or tickets required - free to attend
Local company Striking Events organise toy and comicon events nationwide and will be supporting the Town Council to deliver a really interactive day. See the B&FSTC website for updates.
Bletchley Food and Craft Market
Stanier Square, Queensway, Bletchley town centre
Come along to Stanier Square, Queensway 10am-4pm on Saturday 23rd September 2023 for the latest Bletchley Food and Craft Market run by Bletchley & Fenny Stratford Town Council. Featuring music, craft stalls and a range of tasty treats.
Enjoy our covered seating area too where you can come and enjoy your street food lunch and desserts – no matter the weather!
Band in a Van at Bletchley Library
Bletchley Library, Westfield Road, Bletchley, MK2 2RA
MK City Libraries are bringing music to the Heritage Open Days with performances from Alina Orchestra musicians as they perform several ‘Band in a Van’ concerts.
MK City Libraries are bringing music to the Heritage Open Days with performances from Alina Orchestra musicians as they perform several ‘Band in a Van’ concerts. Bringing musical heritage from the 1920s into the 2020s, these interactive concerts will have you toe tapping, arm waving and singing along with songs that appeal to all generations and all musical tastes (you can even try an instrument at the end of the event ).
Booking Details
Pre-booking: Required
Book tickets in advance online on the Library website. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Go to: http://www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/library-events
Additional Information
Max 30 people per tour/session. Approx. 1 hour Contact for the day: Michelle Herriman 01908 254050
www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/libraries
www.alinaorchestra.com
Bands on the Green Series – Ampthill Town Band
St Mary’s Church Green, Church Green Road, Bletchley
Bands on the Green Series – Winslow Concert Band
St Mary’s Church Green, Church Green Road, Bletchley
Fenny Poppers Festival
Aylesbury Street, Fenny Stratford
A festival for all the family that includes firing of the historical Fenny Popper (cast iron mug stuffed with gunpowder) at 2pm. Live music and dancing on stage.
Bring a picnic or enjoy food from one of the many food stalls or cafes. Funfair rides, bouncy castles, face painting, candy floss and lots more.
Find out more:
https://www.facebook.com/FennyPoppersFestival/events/
Volunteering opportunities - email: stalls@fennyfestival.org.uk
Bands on the Green Series – Rajasthan Heritage Band
St Mary’s Church Green, Church Green Road, Bletchley
Rock2give Community Charity event
Bletchley Rugby Club, Manor Field, Bletchley, MK2 2HX
Ride2give are proud to announce our Family Community day out on Saturday 5th August. Entry is free and the event will feature rugby promotions, food & drink, music, lots of entertainment for children and all the family.
Something for everyone - come along and enjoy!
Get your free tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rock2give-community-charity-event-free-tickets-577700516797
Bands on the Green Series – Milton Keynes Brass
St Mary’s Church Green, Church Green Road, Bletchley
Bletchley Big Street Eat
Stanier Square, Queensway, Bletchley town centre
Join us in Stanier Square, Queensway 12pm-6pm on Saturday 29th July 2023 for our latest Bletchley Big Street Eat. Featuring live music, performances, craft stalls and even a parade featuring a dragon.
Enjoy our covered seating area too where you can come and enjoy your street food lunch and desserts – no matter the weather!
Bands on the Green Series – Alina Orchestra Brass
St Mary’s Church Green, Church Green Road, Bletchley
Bands on the Green Series – Leighton-Linslade Concert Band
St Mary’s Church Green, Church Green Road, Bletchley
Bands on the Green Series – Unprotected Sax
St Mary’s Church Green, Church Green Road, Bletchley
West Bletchley Carnival
Rickley Park, Bletchley, MK3 6HF
Find out more:
https://www.westbletchleycouncil.gov.uk/news-events/west-bletchley-carnival
Bands on the Green Series – Toddington Town Band
St Mary’s Church Green, Church Green Road, Bletchley
Bands on the Green Series – Bradwell Silver Band
St Mary’s Church Green, Church Green Road, Bletchley