Events in Berkshire including the changing of the guard which takes place along Windsor High Street

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Berkshire a county divided by the River Thames, full of pageantry and ceremony, with strong connections to the British Royal family. 2024 see's many of Berkshire's popular festivals filling up the event calendar including the Reading Festival, Royal Ascot, Royal Windsor Horse Show and Royal Windsor Flower Show.  Whether you're visiting Berkshire for the royal connections or to explore its countryside, visit its towns, enjoying its vibrant nightlife or just to enjoy one of it seasonal events you'll sure to find something to keep everyone entertained. 

What's on in Berkshire this weekend?

To find out what's on in Berkshire today or this weekend, use the search box above to narrow down your required date. Berkshire is easily accessible for day trips from London while there's plenty of fun activities for kids to do whether it's during the holidays or for a weekend break.

Marvel at the Changing of the Guards from the streets of Windsor, follow in the footsteps of the British Royal family at Windsor Castle, seek out the magnificent Red Deers and beautiful gardens in Windsor Great Park. Stroll along the Thames Path National Trail, or catch a boat and enjoy some time on the water, watching the iconic sights of this famous Royal Borough go by.  Already planning a summer visit? Then the Royal Windsor Horse Show (1st - 5th May 24) will be a great addition to your list, alongside Royal Ascot (18th - 22nd June).

Walkers can now delight in Reading as the famous St James Way, the UK stretch of the Camino de Santiago, waymarkers in and around town are now complete.  Tread the path that thousands have followed in years gone by on your very own pilgrimage. Reading a town full of surprises, with links to Oscar Wilde, Jane Austen, King Henry I, football, and biscuits! Ones to watch this year is The Reading Half Marathon (14th April 24) and Reading Festival (21st - 25th August) that returns for another year.

What's on in Berkshire?

Take a look at our featured events in Berkshire to get you started and then scroll to the bottom of the page for lots more events and activities to enjoy.

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  1. VE Day Spies in the Sky Dinner

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    Heritage & History

    Marlow

    Celebrate VE Day with us.

    'Spies in the Sky - The Extraordinary Wartime Achievement of RAF Medmenham'

    Brimming with history, Danesfield House was once home to the Intelligence Section of the RAF, known as RAF Medmenham. The unit specialized in…

    Dates

    From:
    8 May 2024Open 18:00 - 11:00
  2. Hermit

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    Childrens Events

    Maidenhead

    Presented by House Theatre

    I can see a box, no wait, Is it a house?

    There's a noise coming from inside. Could there be something inside?

    Suddenly a flap opens. Is that a man living in a box?

    Hermit is a silly, funny and intriguing show about a…

    Dates

    From:
    3 Apr 2024Open 14:00 - 15:00
  3. Windsor Championship Dog Show

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    Show / Display

    Windsor

    Enjoy a Summer's day out under the ramparts of Windsor Castle, on the banks of the River Thames at the Show often described as the Summer "Crufts".

    Dates

    From:
    27 June 2024to30 June 2024
  4. Chef’s Table Dining Experience

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    Food

    Marlow

    Join Danesfield House for an intimate evening with Head Chef, Massimo Principe and wines by Pierre Woodford from Enotria & Coe, in the beautiful and intimate Gallery, high up in the rafters above The Grand Hall. 

    Dates

    From:
    28 Jan 2024to29 Dec 2024
  5. Parallel Windsor

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    Participatory Event

    Windsor

    Parallel Windsor is the UK's national celebration of disability inclusion and wellbeing. Our award-winning event is held in the grounds of the majestic Windsor Great Park and staged on the iconic Long Walk.

    Dates

    From:
    7 July 2024Various Opening Times
  6. Easter Sunday Family Fun Day at the Narrowboat

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    General event

    Reading

    Join in on Easter Sunday for a fun-filled family day. Expect Easter egg hunts, face-painting, a craft station with Easter egg decorating, guess the Mini Eggs in the jar game.

    Dates

    From:
    31 Mar 2024
  7. Reading Festival

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    Festival

    Reading

    One of the biggest musical festivals in the world, every year over 90,000 people flock to the Richfield Avenue site to experience the iconic event.

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    From:
    21 Aug 2024to25 Aug 2024
  8. King George VI Weekend at Ascot

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    Sporting Event

    Ascot

    With the exception of Royal Ascot, King George weekend is the most important, historic and glamorous racing meeting on Ascot's calendar.

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2024to27 July 2024
  9. Raise Money For Charity at The Lexicon This Easter

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    Childrens Events

    Bracknell

    The Lexicon will be raising money for The Lexicon Charity Fund throughout Easter.

    From Thursday, March 28 until Sunday, April 14, 2024, The Lexicon Express will be running mini tours of the town centre, with passengers donating £1 for each trip…

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    From:
    28 Mar 2024to14 Apr 2024Open 09:00 - 17:00
  10. Royal Windsor Flower Show

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    Gardens

    Windsor

    Families, garden lovers and foodies are invited to celebrate a day of growing, cooking and traditional crafts with the plant growers, garden designers, artisan producers and top-notch chefs that will be on hand to demonstrate and share their…

    Dates

    From:
    8 June 2024
  11. Nick Sharratt's Drawalong

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    Childrens Events

    Maidenhead

    Join much-loved children's writer and illustrator Nick Sharratt in a family-friendly, fun-filled drawalong for all ages.

    He'll be taking a look at some of his favourite books, showing you how to create characters like Tracy Beaker and Timothy Pope,…

    Dates

    From:
    10 Apr 2024Open 14:00 - 15:20
  12. Chef's Table Dining Experience

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    Food

    Marlow

    Join us for an intimate evening with Head Chef, Massimo Principe and wines by Pierre Woodford from Enotria & Coe, in the beautiful and intimate Gallery, high up in the rafters above The Grand Hall.

    Enjoy a welcome glass of bubbles followed by a…

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    31 Mar 2024Open 19:00 - 22:00
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    28 Apr 2024Open 19:00 - 22:00
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    19 May 2024Open 19:00 - 22:00
  13. Royal Windsor Horse Show

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    Sporting Event

    Windsor

    Royal Windsor Horse Show is the UK’s largest outdoor premier Show and takes place in the private grounds of Windsor Castle.

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    1 May 2024to5 May 2024
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    14 May 2025to18 May 2025
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    13 May 2026to17 May 2026
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    12 May 2027to16 May 2027
  14. Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book

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    General event

    Reading

    Come and delve into a range of books with Charlie Cook, brought to life with puppetry and enchanting songs, and perhaps you will be able to help his sister discover the wonderful world inside a book

    Dates

    From:
    3 May 2024to5 May 2024
  15. Reading Walks Festival

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    Walking

    Reading

    This May, Reading's are launching their first ever Walks Festival! Running from 10-14 May, Reading Walks Festival is as much about telling the stories of Reading as walking for its own pleasure, so you don't need to be a seasoned hiker to take part…

    Dates

    From:
    11 May 2024to19 May 2024
  16. Official D-Day 80th Anniversary

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    Heritage & History

    Hungerford

    A weekend for all, with Commemorations, Parades, Bands, the arrival of the military vehicle convoy, Displays, Veterans and a full programme.

    Dates

    From:
    29 June 2024to30 June 2024Open 10:00 - 16:30
  17. In the Dead of the Night

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    Childrens Events

    Maidenhead

    Presented by Faceplant Theatre.

    Will Lily conquer her fears? Will she conquer her fright? Will she conquer the ghouls in the dead of the night?

    In the Dead of the Night brings to life a little girl's imagination as she conjures fantastical…

    Dates

    From:
    11 Apr 2024Open 11:30 - 12:30
  18. Monthly Walking & History Tours

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    General event

    Marlow

    An informative 1 hour tour of the magnificent 65 acres where you will discover the numerous unique plantings as well as the Italian garden.

    Dates

    From:
    7 Feb 2024to4 Dec 2024
  19. Olaf Falafel's Super Stupid Show

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    Childrens Events

    Maidenhead

    Join comedian and children's author Olaf Falafel for an hour of kid's comedy which is now 20% more stupider than ever before.

    There will be truth-telling cheese, fishing, ducks, bumbags, sausages and maybe some drawing. Family- friendly frivolity…

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    From:
    12 Apr 2024Open 14:00 - 15:00
  20. Hermit

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    Type:

    Childrens Events

    Maidenhead

    Presented by House Theatre

    I can see a box, no wait, Is it a house?

    There's a noise coming from inside. Could there be something inside?

    Suddenly a flap opens. Is that a man living in a box?

    Hermit is a silly, funny and intriguing show about a…

    Dates

    From:
    3 Apr 2024Open 11:30 - 12:30