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This year marks the 50th anniversary of Dacorum! To celebrate, Dacorum Borough Council will be hosting ‘50 Fest’ on Sunday 29 September, from 11am – 5pm in Hemel Hempstead town centre. The event is free to attend.
The event will spread across the town centre, including the Market Square and Water Gardens. The highlight of 50 Fest will be a spectacular parade, featuring a wonderful array of colourful handmade puppets, community groups and performers.
The puppets are being made in collaboration with local community groups and Handmade Productions, and have been inspired by animals and nature associated with the local area, including Red Kites and Foxes.
Would you like to take part in the parade?
Book a free place at our parade costume making workshop on Saturday 28 September. There are two workshops to choose from, which are suitable for all ages. Artists will be on hand to help you make your own creation, to wear in the parade on Sunday 29 September. Spaces are limited so book now: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/mayors-office-dacorum-borough-council/e-jklpoz
In Market Square, there will be a variety of local market, food and drink and community stalls to explore, and tables to sit down and enjoy some refreshments. There will also be a wide range of entertainment and activities on offer, including a BMX stunt show, acrobatic street dancers, Morris dancers, and high ropes.
In the Water Gardens, you will find Cloud 9 inflatables, a silent disco experience, a quiet meditation space and fairground games. The Friends of the Water Gardens will also be offering guided tours at 11.30am and 2pm.
Hemel Hempstead BID will also be hosting their fantastic Hullabaloo alongside the event, offering live entertainment and activities to enjoy in Hemel town centre.
A road closure will be in place for Waterhouse Street on Sunday from 9am to 6pm. Access to residential properties will be permitted where possible.
A temporary taxi rank will be set up at Water Gardens South Car Park during the event.
Find out more: www.dacorum.gov.uk/50-Fest
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Hemel Hempstead Town Centre, 130-132 Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1, United Kingdom,Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire