Summer is the perfect time of year to experience an alfresco garden performance – an immersive, outdoor, dramatic experience under the stars. Roll out your blanket, indulge in a delicious picnic, crack open a bottle of fizz, and sit back to make a real evening of it!
The Most Perilous Comedie of Elizabeth I – Garden Theatre
On Sunday 8th June The Three Inch Fools will present a largely historical, totally hysterical open-air performance of ‘The Most Perilous Comedie of Elizabeth I’ on the Sunken Lawn of Knebworth House. The stage is set for regicidal rivalries, devious dramatics, and plotting playwrights.
Tickets available from £11 per child, £18 per adult, and £55 for a family. Performance starts at 7pm. Purchase tickets here.
The Paul Simon Story
‘The Paul Simon Story’ by Shades of Simon is coming to Knebworth Gardens in July 2025! Shades of Simon are a 5-piece band based in mid-Essex who are growing rapidly in popularity with their acclaimed 2-hour theatre show in tribute to Paul Simon as one of the best songwriters and performers of his generation. The band are bringing their show ‘The Paul Simon Story’ to Knebworth Gardens on 5th July 2025 performing some of Paul Simon and Simon & Garfunkel’s most beloved records.
Tickets cost £23pp. Performance starts at 7.30pm. Purchase tickets here.
Twelfth Night – Garden Theatre
If Shakespeare is more your cup of tea, join The Lord Chamberlain’s Men this summer, in their 21st year, for Shakespeare’s greatest romantic comedy, Twelfth Night. With a history stretching back to William Shakespeare’s original company, they present this joyous play as he first saw it – in the open air, with an all-male cast and Elizabethan costumes, music and dance.
Tickets available from £11 per child, £18 per adult, and £55 for a family. Performance starts at 7pm. Purchase tickets here.
Live Queen Experience
Join us on Friday 29th August, on the Sunken Lawn of Knebworth Gardens, for a night of timeless music from one of the greatest rock bands ever to grace the charts. An absolute must see for Queen fans young and old alike, Live Queen Experience covers all the hits, from Bohemian Rhapsody to Under Pressure. You’ll be singing ‘Don’t Stop Me Now’ before you know it!
Early Bird Tickets available now from £15 per child, £25 per adult, and £70 for a family. Show starts at 7.30pm. Purchase tickets here.
21st Century ABBA
Join us on Saturday 30th August, on the Sunken Lawn of Knebworth Gardens for the 21st Century ABBA Tribute Show, with a night of timeless music covers. An absolute must see for ABBA fans young and old alike, 21st Century ABBA Tribute Show covers all the hits, from Dancing Queen to Mamma Mia. Be transported back in time and dance the night away under the stars with exhilarating live music in one of the country’s most stunning outdoor venues.
Early Bird Tickets available now from £15 per child, £25 per adult, and £70 for a family. Show starts at 7.30pm. Purchase tickets here.
Adventure Cinema
The UK’s No.1 outdoor cinema ‘Adventure Cinema’ is coming to Knebworth House this September! Pack a picnic and get ready for an experience like no other. The Greatest Showman, Wicked, The Gruffalo/Stickman, Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration, and Pretty Woman are all on this 5th – 7th September. Grab your tickets now.
Tickets available from £10.65. Purchase tickets here.
