01/09/2026
September is shaping up to be a brilliant month in Ware, here’s our guide to what’s on!🍺🎨🎷
Enjoy a weekend of great beer, live music and good food at the Billetfest Beer Festival from Friday 4th to Sunday 6th September. With 14 real ales, three ciders, live music from local bands and a Sunday hog roast. Friday is 4pm–11pm, with Saturday and Sunday running from noon–11pm.
Herts Open Studios returns for its 36th year at Southern Maltings. Visitors can meet the artists, explore their work and watch demonstrations. Entry and some activities are free, with subsidised workshops in painting, printmaking and mandala making also available.
Enjoy an afternoon of free live music on the back lawn at Ware Priory Gardens. Bring along a picnic, relax in the gardens and enjoy a selection of brass music from Ware Brass. All welcome, with the Priory Bar open for refreshments.
Join Ware Poets for an evening celebrating local poetry, featuring accomplished poets Tashaney Hibbert-Jones, Ray Harper and Andrew Geary. Expect an engaging evening of spoken word and poetry. Tickets at .
Step into the world of the Trojan War, Achilles and Odysseus at with a unique AI-guided museum experience. Try out new AI-powered museum technology including a 40–50 minute guided tour. Tickets at Ware Drill Hall.
Experience the glamour and energy of Barry’s Swing Orchestra. Enjoy live music alongside homemade tea and cake or a drink from the pop-up bar. All ages and abilities are welcome. Tickets at Southern Maltings.
Fancy a fun night of modern boardgames? Join Tabletop Realms for an evening packed with boardgame favourites. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the world of modern boardgames, there’s something to enjoy. Ages 14+. Tickets at https://www.ticketsource.com/Waretowncouncil.
Stroll through Tudor Square and discover a fantastic selection of locally made artisan food, delicious drinks and beautiful handmade crafts. From tasty treats to unique gifts, browse the stalls, meet talented local traders and enjoy the atmosphere.
Enjoy!