Dunstable’s Biggest Under 18s Night
Get ready to experience the night everyone will be talking about as Dunstable Town Council presents Dunstable’s Biggest Under 18s Night! We are creating a professional festival-style atmosphere—complete with DJs and interactive photo zones. Our priority is providing a fun, inclusive space that keeps young people off the streets and engaged with their community. It’s the perfect balance of independence for young people and peace of mind for their parent/guardian, making it the must-attend event for Dunstable’s next generation.
Thanks to funding from Central Bedfordshire Council and the National Lottery Community Fund as part of our detached youth work along with support from Perfect Personalised Parties – UK that has made this event possible.
Who Can Attend?
This event is strictly for young people aged 12 to 17/school years 8 to 12.
- Young people aged 13 to 17 may complete their own ticket form.
- Young people aged 12 must have their parent/guardian complete the form for them.
What to Expect
- A fun and safe night for young people only.
- Drinks on sale (no alcohol) – all optional.
- Free water available throughout the evening.
- A chance to enter a competition to headline the event, with two support-act spots also available.
We are giving young talents a chance to take the stage as part of our under 18’s event. If you are a singer, rapper or DJ age 12 to 17 years old this is your moment to perform in front of a live audience and be part of something unforgettable. To enter this competition send us a clip of your unique style via WhatsApp by Friday 13 February at 5.00 pm to 07400561496.
Arrival, Wristbands & Collection
To help ensure safety:
- Young people who attend must be collected by a parent/guardian (i.e., those without permission to walk home alone) will be given a different coloured wristband.
- Wristbands must be worn for the entire event.
- Young people with “must be collected” wristbands will not be allowed to leave to meet parents elsewhere (e.g., “up the road”). Parents must collect them from the venue entrance.
We take the safety of young people extremely seriously.
Here’s how we keep the event safe:
- All staff are DBS checked, trained, and recruited through safer-recruitment processes.
- No alcohol will be visible at any time.
- Once inside, young people cannot leave the venue to visit shops or buy food.
- SIA-licensed security and trained staff will be present throughout.
- Bag searches and pat-down checks are compulsory on entry. Metal-detection wands may be used.
- Anyone displaying signs of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be refused entry and parents will be contacted.
- Possession of weapons will result in immediate Police involvement.
Dunstable Town Council operates a zero-tolerance policy towards:
- Bullying
- Verbal or physical abuse
- Aggressive or threatening behaviour
- Abuse towards staff
Anyone breaking these rules will be removed from the event immediately, their emergency contact will be called, and the Police may be contacted if necessary.
To protect all attendees:
- No food or drink may be brought into the venue (including bottled water).
- No smoking or vaping. Any vapes found will be confiscated and not returned.
- No masks or balaclavas may be worn inside.
Photos and video will be taken during the event for Dunstable Town Council publicity and marketing. If you have concerns, please contact us before the event.
If your child has additional needs or requires support to attend safely, please contact us in advance. We will do our best to accommodate all requirements.
Our full Child Protection Policy is available on the Dunstable Town Council website.
For more information about Dunstable’s Biggest Under-18s Night, please contact:
Gill Peck
Youth and Community Manager
Email: gill.peck@dunstable.gov.uk
Telephone: 01582 891434
