Here’s your guide to the best things to do this weekend in Watford.

1. Film-making Workshops

Have you ever thought that going back to school might not be so bad if that school was Hogwarts? Make this September fly by with these special workshops at the Harry Potter studios - set design and storyboarding - and the chance to learn the film-making secrets of the most successful movie franchise ever, as well as seeing the original props, sets and costumes from the films.
Warner Bros Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter, Aerodrome Way, Leavesden, September 5 to 14. Details: wbstudiotour.co.uk 

2. Celebrate Eid

Celebrate the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting for Muslims, with a new and exciting family-friendly programme featuring live performances and upbeat entertainment, including local beatbox artist Babar Khan. 
Watford Palace Theatre, Clarendon Road, Watford, September 7, 5pm. Details: 01923 225671, watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk 

3. Sounds of the Glenn Miller Era

The Nick Ross Orchestra brings the big band sound of the 1940s and 50s with this spectacular concert that features a full line-up of saxophones, trumpets, trombones, a rhythm section and special guest vocalist Georgina Jackson. Expect numbers such as Moonlight Serenade, In the Mood, A String of Pearls, Little Brown Jug and American Patrol.
Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, September 6, 8pm. Details: 0845 075 3993, watfordcolosseum.co.uk 

4. I Believe in Unicorns
Direct from the West End, this enchanting and enthralling tale, written by Michael Morpurgo, is set in a library full of books that hold more than stories within their pages. This treasured story about Tomas’ spellbinding journey with the Unicorn Lady will spark the imaginations of both young and old. 
Watford Palace Theatre, Clarendon Road, Watford, September 6, 1.30pm and 4pm. Details: 01923 225671, watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk

5. Planet Munch - Savour the Flavour
Go on a musical adventure through Planet Munch, groove in the roots, and jump with the Broccoli Brothers - all on a quest for lunch. The kids will love this musical puppet show and the whole family can join in with the interactive theatre.
Watford Museum, Lower High Street, Watford, September 7, 2pm to 4pm; 

6. Herts Open Studios
Enjoy the county’s biggest art show during this much-loved, annual, three-week, county-wide open studio programme. Don’t miss your chance to see art in action for free - plan your tour, find inspired artists, artisans and crafts people in your area, browse their work, talk to them, and then maybe even buy a unique piece of artwork for your home. Organised by the Herts Visual Arts group.
Various venues across Hertfordshire, September 6 to 28. Details: hvaf.org.uk 

7. Drawn From the Herkomer School
As part of the celebrations to mark Sir Hubert von Herkomer’s centenary, this exhibition features drawings by the famous artist and pupils of the art school he established in Bushey in 1883 and ran until 1904.
Bushey Museum, Rudolph Road, Bushey, until September 7. Details: 020 8420 4057, busheymuseum.org.uk