The Festival of Lights (Diwali ), originally celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains, but welcomes anyone to join in to celebrate peace and mutual respect. Celebrates new beginnings; the triumph of good over evil; light over darkness; knowledge over ignorance; and hope over despair. It will be an afternoon full of Lights, Lamps, collections of live music and dance, mouth watering street food and plenty of activities suitable for all ages and abilities. A Light Parade at dusk which anyone can join in as we all come together to celebrate the lights in life. Saturday 19th October 2019 – 13:00 – 20:00 Bucks County Museum and Kingsbury Square, Church Street, Aylesbury. (Sat Nav) – HP20 2QP

Enjoy a superb scenic multi-terrain half marathon route starting and finishing in the prestigious Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre. The course follows the Thames between Marlow and Henley, before looping back through beautiful countryside. Fantastic facilities and magnificent spectator-friendly start/finish by the River. Also 10k event, and children’s races to keep the young ones occupied while the main races are on. Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre, Marlow Road, Bisham, Marlow, (Sat Nav) – SL7 1RT Registration – 8:30 / Start Time – 10:00am See website for more details and to book your place. https://findarace.com/events/water-of-life-half-marathon-10k-junior-race Half Marathon £25 / Half Marathon UK Athletics members £23 / 10 km £20 / 10 km UK Athletics members £18 / 800mJunior Race £10 am to 9.45am    

Starts in Leighton Buzzard and follows the canal towpath north to Stoke Hammond with stunning views, climbing through beautiful countryside to Great Brickhill, then pass through the scenic Stockgrove Country Park before following the Greensand Ridge back to the start via the canal towpath. Total distance 13.1 miles. 10:00am Start. 2019 will see the 10th staging of this popular trail race which sells out every year. See website for more details and registration.  http://dirtrunning.org.uk/

A vintage shop and antiques market all in one. With eye-catching gems at every turn, no matter what you’re looking for, somebody will be selling it. Over 45 stalls with a huge range of antiques including silver and enamel, quality and costume jewellery, decorative antiques, mid-century home-ware, china, glass, kitchenalia, books and pictures, plus plenty of vintage items and accessories. Ample parking, and a must visit stop at the on-site café. Open from 9.30am – 4pm. Admission is £2 and entry is free for children under 16 accompanied by an adult. The Weatherley Centre, Eagle Farm Road, Biggleswade, Beds. (Sat Nav) – SG18 8JH.  

The 19th Christmas Tree Festival organised by the Bedford Hospital Charity & Friends and St Paul’s Church in Bedford’s town centre has fast become a firm favourite in Bedford’s Christmas Calendar. The Festival will run from: Wednesday 4th December to Sunday 8th December 2019. The decoration of the 69 trees in this year’s theme of ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’ and the participation of school and community choirs who sing daily throughout the Festival provide a very magical atmosphere for the visiting public. Over £13,000 was raised for the two charities.  

The Drifters are back in the UK with a brand-new show, performing all their classic hits from the last six decades. Having previously been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, listed among the greatest artists of all time by Rolling Stone magazine and have produced an incredible list of hits – including; Saturday Night at the Movies, Come on Over to My Place, Stand By Me, Under the Boardwalk and many, many more! Adult £26, Concession £24 Wed, 4 Dec, 19:30 Main Auditorium – 7.30pm Bedford Corn Exchange. 13 St Paul’s Square, Bedford. (Sat Nav) – MK40 1SL

One of the UK’s leading Beatles tribute shows who play to sell-out audiences all over the world. Over 50 years since the release of Sergeant Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band – A magical ‘musical’ mystery tour that will transport you back to the golden era of pop with hits including; She Loves You, Please Please Me, From Me To You, Help, I Feel Fine, Hey Jude, Let It Be and so many more. Contact Venue for Tickets. Bedford Corn Exchange, Bedford. Doors Open: 7:00pm. Starts: 7:30.

Race For Life – Milton Keynes 5K/10K – Sunday 7.June.2020. From 11:00am. £14.99 Adults | £10.00 Children | £14.99 Young Adults Willen Lake, Brickhill Street, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, (Sat Nav) MK15 0DS