

# Events & Things To Do In Bedford on 1st May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Bedford on 1st May 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 1st May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Bedford

- **Event Name**: Reggae Matters is back! Tippa Irie Live at Bedford Esquires
  - **Description**: On Friday 1st of May 2026, Reggae Matters Presents - One Drop

Join us for a night of Reggae &amp; Old School Dancehall at Bedford Esquires! Featuring Sovereign Roadshow, Toy Boy Esq, K-Two-6, and a live performance by legendary MC Tippa Irie. Sound syste
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 09:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/reggae-matters-is-back-tippa-irie-live-at-bedford-esquires/200029881264416
  - **Venue**: Bedford Esquires
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- **Event Name**: Sanctum Sanctorium : The Darkside of The 80s | Bedford Esquires
  - **Description**: Sanctum Sanctorium : The Darkside of The 80s
7:30pm, Friday 1st May, Bedford Esquires.

Formed through a mutual love of 80’s goth and alternative rock music.  Sanctum Sanctorium are a live 6-piece band that faithfully recreate classic hits by artists such
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/sanctum-sanctorium-the-darkside-of-the-80s-|-bedford-esquires/200028606205711
  - **Venue**: Bedford Esquires
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, art
- **Event Name**: Revelry
  - **Description**: Epic House night with legend DJ's Colin Dale, and Derrick Patterson bringing you rolling deep underground house, funk and techno.ArtistsColin DaleMusic Genres :  Deep House, Tech House, Acid House, D
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 03:00 am (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/revelry/300042128183
  - **Venue**: Herd, Bedford
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  - **Categories**: parties, entertainment, art
- **Event Name**: Reggae Matters Presents - One Drop
  - **Description**: Reggae &amp; Old School Dancehall - A night full of straight vibes
Sovereign Roadshow, Toyboy Esq Sound &amp; K-Two-6. Live Performance from Tippa IrieArtistsTippa IrieMusic Genres :  Dan
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 12:30 am (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/reggae-matters-presents-one-drop/300041922444
  - **Venue**: Esquires Bedford
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  - **Categories**: reggae, art
- **Event Name**: Dragonfire Rally: Pendragon MCC
  - **Description**: Get your 2026 rally season started the right way with Dragonfire 2026 bikes, bands and beer!🥳🏍️🍻⛺ Situated in beautiful rural Bedfordshire with some of the best roads around, its not ine to be missed. Get your tickets before they're sold out. Details on t
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun May 03 2026 at 07:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/dragonfire-rally-pendragon-mcc/200029605323408
  - **Venue**: The Chequers Inn, Pertonhall Road, Keysoe, Bedford, MK44 2HR
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: OTD: On The Road Tour - BEDFORD - Free DNB Rave!
  - **Description**: OTD are BACK with events, bringing the sounds of their brand to grass route venues throughout the midlands, for their On The Road FREE Rave tour!Music Genres :  Drum and Bass
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 03:00 am (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/otd-on-the-road-tour-bedford-free-dnb-rave/300041780217
  - **Venue**: Astons Bedford
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  - **Categories**: raves
- **Event Name**: Moondance Freestyle In Bedford - Friday 28 February
  - **Description**: Moondance is back 🎶

By popular demand — Bedford's Blues &amp; Swing friendly freestyle 
returns to The Addison Centre on Friday 1st May.

For our long-time dancers, plenty to get nostalgic about. 
For everyone else, the best of what's new on the scene.
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 07:45 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/moondance-freestyle-in-bedford-friday-28-february/200029854863532
  - **Venue**: Addison Centre Kempston Bedford
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- **Event Name**: Watercolour Floral Georgia O'Keefe Inspired - Adult/Family Art Class
  - **Description**: Come join our art class for a laid-back and social vibe where you can let your creativity run wild! Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, experiment with new techniques, or just hang out with fellow art lovers, we’ve got you covered.

We’ll provi
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 06:30 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/watercolour-floral-georgia-okeefe-inspired-adult-family-art-class/200029702064818
  - **Venue**: Great Denham Community Hall
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  - **Categories**: workshops, art
- **Event Name**: Uchu Eke Live!
  - **Description**: Uchu’s first night singing at the Pantry ❤️ soul and swing to get the weekend started 🕺🏻💅🏼
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 08:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/uchu-eke-live/200029847621507
  - **Venue**: Castle Lane, Bedford
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## 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**: 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**: 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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- **Event Name**: ABSOLUTE BOWIE BAND | Bedford
  - **Description**: ABSOLUTE BOWIE BAND
7:30pm, Saturday 25th April, Bedford Esquires 

Pleased to announce Absolute Bowie Band make a welcome return to Bedford Esquires on Sat 25th April following their previous sell out shows at the venue in 2023, 24 and 25 !.

Now in thei
  - **Venue**: Bedford Esquires
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- **Event Name**: Groove Armada in
  - **Description**: 🎶 The Ultimate Groove Armada Experience LIVE at Tofte Manor—This Sunday, July 5, 2026! 🎶
It's that time of the year where everyone wants to have a musical breath! Your favorite, Groove Armada is hitting Tofte Manor
  - **Venue**: Tofte Manor
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Bedford?
  - **A:** Reggae Matters is back! Tippa Irie Live at Bedford Esquires (Fri May 01 2026 at 09:00 pm at Bedford Esquires), Sanctum Sanctorium : The Darkside of The 80s | Bedford Esquires (Fri May 01 2026 at 07:30 pm at Bedford Esquires), Revelry (Fri May 01 2026 at 07:00 pm at Herd, Bedford), Reggae Matters Presents - One Drop (Fri May 01 2026 at 08:00 pm at Esquires Bedford), Dragonfire Rally: Pendragon MCC (Fri May 01 2026 at 09:00 am at The Chequers Inn, Pertonhall Road, Keysoe, Bedford, MK44 2HR).
- **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, Herd, Bedford, Esquires Bedford.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Bedford?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Bedford include Reggae Matters, Masterplan Promotions, Ceroc Beds & Ceroc Bucks.
- **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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