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    Luton’s rising star: an interview with Olivia Lynn

    We all know Luton is full of musical talent, but one name has been catching everyone's attention recently: country pop singer and songwriter, Olivia Lynn. We caught up with her ahead of her performance at Luton Rising presents Party in the Park later this week.

    9 September, 2026

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    Explore Luton and be in with a chance to win a free holiday!

    To celebrate 150 years of borough status in Luton, a new heritage trail has landed! There are 150 locations to explore to discover a hidden phrase and your chance to win an epic prize!

    4 September, 2026

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    Myles Smith on his big break and hometown shows: “Luton made me who I am”

    After Myles Smith's visit to Luton this week to celebrate the release of his debut album, we got the chance to ask him some questions about how much his hometown means to him.

    19 June, 2026

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    Top events to celebrate St Patrick’s Day weekend 2026 in Luton

    Nobody does St Patrick’s Day like Luton, and this year there’s a whole host of events and activities to get involved with. Here are our top picks.

    3 March, 2026

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    ‘Luton You’re a Lady’: Missing the Ferry’s anthem for our town

    Over the weekend local Irish band, Missing the Ferry, released their latest single Luton You’re a Lady and premiered the music video, which perfectly claps back at recent negative headlines about our town.

    16 February, 2026

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    The Orange Picture Club: One year of community cinema

    Step Forward Luton ambassador and co-founder of The Orange Picture Club reflects on the last year as the community cinema celebrates its first anniversary.

    16 December, 2025

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    The best things to do in Luton this Halloween

    Halloween 2025 is just around the corner and there’s loads of autumnal things to do right here in Luton. There’s returning favourites in the pumpkin patch and storytelling shows, Halloween nights out and plenty more scarily good goings on this half-term.

    20 October, 2025

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    Top summer events for kids in Luton

    School's officially out for the summer this week and there’s plenty of things to do with the kids right here in Luton during the holidays. We’ve picked out a selection of unmissable highlights to add to your calendar.

    18 July, 2025

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    It’s all go, go, go in Luton! Here’s what’s happening

    There's been a real buzz about Luton lately! The past few months have brought exciting announcements and developments, with more to come. There's so much to look forward to in our town – and we couldn't be more chuffed about where we're heading.

    24 June, 2025

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    Universal Studios is officially coming to our doorstep, Luton!

    Pinch yourselves, Lutonians – it's actually happening! Universal Studios is building their very first European theme park right here in Bedfordshire, and it's set to open in 2031. But what’s in it for Luton? Well, a whole lot potentially!

    17 April, 2025

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