

# Events & Things To Do In Bedford on 16th April 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Bedford on 16th April 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Bedford on 16th April 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Bedford

- **Event Name**: Dave McCabe (The Zutons) + James Jay Lewis | Bedford
  - **Description**: Dave McCabe (The Zutons) + James Jay Lewis

7:30pm, Thursday 16th April, Bedford Esquires

Zutons frontman Dave McCabe announces UK solo tour for April 2026 with very special guest James Jay Lewis.

Zutons frontman Dave McCabe will tour the UK in April 20
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  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/dave-mccabe-the-zutons-james-jay-lewis-|-bedford/200029378877414
  - **Venue**: Bedford Esquires
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  - **Categories**: art, performances, music, live-music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Avenue Q
  - **Description**: Welcome to Avenue Q! This beloved musical tells the story of a recent college graduate named Princeton, who moves into a shabby New York apartment out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that this is not your ordinary neighbourhood, with monsters, humans and l
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  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/avenue-q/200029536287012
  - **Venue**: Bradgate Road, MK40 3DE Bedford, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: live-music
- **Event Name**: Sip & Paint "Daisy Moo"
  - **Description**: Join us for a relaxed and creative evening with Michaela’s Creative Arts as we guide you step by step through painting “Daisy Moo".

No painting experience is needed. Just bring your good vibes, grab your favorite drink, and enjoy a fun Sip &amp; Paint ni
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    - Count: 50
  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu Apr 16 2026 at 10:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/sip-and-paint-daisy-moo/200029435205329
  - **Venue**: The King William IV
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  - **Categories**: art, fine-arts, drawing-painting
- **Event Name**: Back to Business: Retail Crime Prevention Day
  - **Description**: Protect your Bedfordshire business from crime. Join experts, police and partners for practical advice, insights and support.About this Event🌟 Do you own or run a business
  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 09:30 am – Thu Apr 16 2026 at 12:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/back-to-business-retail-crime-prevention-day/100001983957210423
  - **Venue**: Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel
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  - **Price**: Free
- **Event Name**: CILT (UK) The Future is Airlander!  A Visit to Hybrid Air Vehicles
  - **Description**: CILT(UK) The Future is Airlander!  A Visit to Hybrid Air VehiclesAbout this EventWhen: 16 April 2026, 13:00 - 15:30In Person - Hybrid Air Vehicles
  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 01:00 pm – Thu Apr 16 2026 at 03:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/cilt-uk-the-future-is-airlander-a-visit-to-hybrid-air-vehicles/100001982674736509
  - **Venue**: Hybrid Air Vehicles Ltd
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  - **Price**: GBP 0 to 10
  - **Categories**: business
- **Event Name**: GoTo Networking Bedford
  - **Description**: Join us for GoTo Networking in Bedford!About this EventAre you the GoTo Expert for Bedford in your industry?Find
  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/goto-networking-bedford/100001981411392814
  - **Venue**: The Kingfisher Bedford
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  - **Price**: GBP 17
- **Event Name**: Triple P course (for parents of children aged 3-12)
  - **Description**: This 6 week course (one morning a week)  offers proven strategies to help parents raise happy, confident kids.About this EventThis course offers practical strategies that have been proven to work around the world, helping
  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 12:30 pm – Thu Apr 16 2026 at 02:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/triple-p-course-for-parents-of-children-aged-3-12/100001982884485875
  - **Venue**: Central Family Hub
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: workshops, kids

## Trending Events in Bedford

- **Event Name**: Bedford River Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Bedford River Festival is returning on 18 &amp; 19 July 2026!
*This is the only official Facebook page for the Bedford River Festival*
Bedford River Festival is a fantastic free event with so much on offer across the weekend for the whole family, with mul
  - **Venue**: The Embankment & Town Center - Bedford
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- **Event Name**: *SOLD OUT* The Loveless ft. Marc Almond | Bedford
  - **Description**: THE LOVELESS Ft Marc Almond
7.30pm, Thursday 9th April, Esquires, Bedford

We are very pleased to announce The Loveless ft Marc Almond will be returning to our intimate surroundings in April 2026, as they warm up for a big show at Wembley Arena with The D
  - **Venue**: Bedford Esquires
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- **Event Name**: UB40 at Bedford Park
  - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at UB40 at Bedford Park, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Bedford Park in vibrant Bedford, EN, this event promi
  - **Venue**: Bedford Park
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- **Event Name**: THE DEKKERTONES 'Skank Holiday Sunday' 3rd May, Bedford Esquires
  - **Description**: THE DEKKERTONES 7:30pm, Sunday 3rd May, Bedford Esquires 

Pleased to announce The Dekkertones are returning to Bedford Esquires on Sunday 3rd May

The DekkerTones are a 9 piece ska / reggae / rocksteady / 2tone covers band playing authentic ska and regga
  - **Venue**: Bedford Esquires
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- **Event Name**: Sham 69 - 50th anniversary show at Bedford Esquires on Saturday 4th April 2026
  - **Description**: Vinyl Revelations proudly presents:

SHAM 69 
Live in concert celebrating their 50th anniversary!

We had to wait 35 years for SHAM 69 to return to ESQUIRES and they finally arrived for Christmas 2025. What a night it was!!

The band loved it so much that
  - **Venue**: Bedford Esquires
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- **Event Name**: John Summit Bedford Tickets
  - **Description**: John Summit at Tofte Manor✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at John Summit Bedford Tickets, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Tofte Manor in the heart of Bedford
  - **Venue**: Tofte Manor
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- **Event Name**: UB40 feat. Ali Campbell Bedford Tickets
  - **Description**: UB40 at Bedford Park🌟 Journey into wonder at UB40 feat. Ali Campbell Bedford Tickets, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against the backdrop of Bedford Park in dynamic Bedford
  - **Venue**: Bedford Park
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- **Event Name**: BUZZCOCKS - Fri 7th Aug - Bedford Esquires
  - **Description**: BUZZCOCKS + Guests

7:30pm, Friday 7th August, Bedford Esquires

We are pleased to announce BUZZCOCKS are return to Bedford Esquires on Friday 7th August

Pete Shelley and Howard Devoto formed Buzzcocks in Bolton in February 1976. The band, completed by t
  - **Venue**: Bedford Esquires
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- **Event Name**: Paul Weller Bedford Tickets
  - **Description**: Paul Weller at Bedford Park🌟 Journey into wonder at Paul Weller Bedford Tickets, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against the backdrop of Bedford Park in dynamic Bedford,
  - **Venue**: Bedford Park
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Bedford?
  - **A:** Dave McCabe (The Zutons) + James Jay Lewis | Bedford (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 07:30 pm at Bedford Esquires), Avenue Q (Thu Apr 16 2026 at Bradgate Road, MK40 3DE Bedford, United Kingdom), Sip & Paint "Daisy Moo" (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at The King William IV), Back to Business: Retail Crime Prevention Day (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 09:30 am at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel), CILT (UK) The Future is Airlander!  A Visit to Hybrid Air Vehicles (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 01:00 pm at Hybrid Air Vehicles Ltd).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Bedford?
  - **A:** Back to Business: Retail Crime Prevention Day (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 09:30 am at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel), Triple P course (for parents of children aged 3-12) (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 12:30 pm at Central Family Hub).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Bedford in April 2026?
  - **A:** Dave McCabe (The Zutons) + James Jay Lewis | Bedford (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 07:30 pm at Bedford Esquires), Avenue Q (Thu Apr 16 2026 at Bradgate Road, MK40 3DE Bedford, United Kingdom), Sip & Paint "Daisy Moo" (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at The King William IV), Back to Business: Retail Crime Prevention Day (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 09:30 am at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel), CILT (UK) The Future is Airlander!  A Visit to Hybrid Air Vehicles (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 01:00 pm at Hybrid Air Vehicles Ltd).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Bedford?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Bedford on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Bedford?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Bedford?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Bedford include Bedford Esquires, Bradgate Road, MK40 3DE Bedford, United Kingdom, The King William IV.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Bedford?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Bedford range from GBP 17 to GBP 17. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Bedford?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Bedford include The Pad Presents, The Place Theatre, Michaela's Creative Arts.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Bedford?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Bedford.

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