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We are looking forward to a busy year in Bedford in 2009 when it comes to Festivals and Events. Click here read more about the main events planned for the year ahead, alternatively navigate events by date using our events calendar below.
Bedford River Festival
For two days every second year since 1978, Bedford’s River Great Ouse and it’s surroundings come alive as thousands of people enjoy one of the country’s largest free outdoor festivals. This year’s River Festival will have a very special Olympics theme as we count down to London 2012. Also featuring the grand parade, children’s activities at the arts, sports and cultural villages, dance and drama on the community stage, arena events, trade stalls and a Continental market, live music on 3 stages and fireworks to conclude Saturday’s activities, historic re-enactments and on the river, the ever popular raft race, rowing and Dragon Boat racing and night time illuminated flotilla.
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