Events in Watford From 4th May – 10th May 2026

Home · Events in Watford This Week

You can find a range of evening options in Watford this week, with stand-up comedy and live music leading the programme. Multiple comedy nights are scheduled at venues across the town, including regular shows at Comedy Freaks and The Camden Eye. Music fans can catch tribute acts and emerging artists performing at 229 London and The Finsbury. If you're travelling, the Metropolitan Line and Watford Junction railway station offer reliable access. For quieter moments, there are cultural events like Max Richter’s reimagined Vivaldi performance at Kensington United Reformed Church. Keep in mind that parking may be limited at popular spots such as Namco Funscape and the Old Bus Depot Market, especially during peak hours. Escape rooms fill up fast, booking ahead is wise.

Watford’s roots as a market town on the River Colne still shape its character today, and the area continues to develop its entertainment offerings. The town, once a key centre for printing, now provides leisure activities for locals and visitors. With access via the M1 motorway and the Grand Union Canal, it’s easy to reach. A short drive away from the city centre, check the listings below for showtimes and booking details. Be cautious with parking near historic sites, which can be risky. Consider pairing your visit with a walk through the town’s heritage trails, though signage remains inconsistent.

Check the listings below for times and venues.

Tuesday 5th May

Comedy in Your Eye - Award Winning Stand up Comedy For Just £3!

· Nightlife & Music

Award-winning stand-up comedy features TV comedians and top London circuit acts at The Camden Eye.

Wednesday 6th May

Wednesday Comedy Show - Comedy Freaks

· Nightlife & Music

Weekly stand-up comedy show featuring diverse performers and drink deals at Comedy Freaks in London.

Comedy @ Never For Ever

· Nightlife & Music

A showcase of London's top up-and-coming comedians at Never For Ever.

Speed Dating. 18 - 25 Years. Wednesdays

· Nightlife & Music

Speed dating event for ages 18 to 25 held weekly in London.

Speed Dating @ be at One (Ages 23-35)

· Nightlife & Music

A speed dating event for singles aged 23–35 at Be At One in Regent Street, London.

Thursday 7th May

Rationale

· Nightlife & Music

A 2026 music event celebrates a decade of groundbreaking music since the release of Fast Lane.

The Public Eye - London

· Nightlife & Music

The Public Eye - London features a live music performance at The Finsbury.

Friday 8th May

An Intimate Evening With Paul Young - Songs & Stories

· Nightlife & Music

Singer-songwriter Paul Young performs an intimate live set of songs and personal stories at Radlett Centre.

Friday Comedy Show - Comedy Freaks

· Nightlife & Music

Weekly stand-up comedy show featuring diverse performers at Comedy Freaks in Camden.

Engorgement / Visions of Disfigurement / Chainsaw Castration

· Nightlife & Music

A brutal hardcore music tour featuring extreme metal acts at The Black Heart in Camden.

Ultimate Earth, Wind & Fire

· Nightlife & Music

A 12-piece tribute band performs Earth, Wind & Fire hits at 229 London.

Saturday 9th May

Emma Smith

· Culture & Arts

Emma Smith performs a new theatrical production at Watford Palace Theatre.

Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons

· Culture & Arts

Max Richter's reimagined version of Vivaldi's The Four Seasons is performed at Kensington United Reformed Church.

The Bollywood Bratpack Featuring Chirag Rao : Hayes

· Nightlife & Music

A fusion of Bollywood music and jazz performed at Beck Theatre in Hayes.

The Herbaliser Band

· Nightlife & Music

The Herbaliser launch their 'Dank Material: Rehearsal Session' album at 229 London.

El Rey at Dingwalls 2 Camden

· Nightlife & Music

EL REY performs a live looping music set at Dingwalls in Camden.

Saturday Comedy Show - Comedy Freaks

· Nightlife & Music

A weekly stand-up comedy show featuring rotating lineups at Comedy Freaks in Kings Cross.

Sunday 10th May

Flowers And Friendship Bracelets - Theatre Show

· Culture & Arts

A theatrical performance blending storytelling with craft-making at Radlett Centre.

The Drifters

· Nightlife & Music

The Drifters perform a live music concert at Watford Colosseum.