Berkshire is 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.
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 the Royal Flower Show (8th June 2024), Royal Ascot (18th - 22nd June 24) and Parallel Windsor (7th July) which returns for its second year.
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), Reading Walking Festival (11th - 19th May 2024), and the fantastic Reading Festival (21st - 25th August) which returns for another year.
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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The guide below shows our calendar of events in Berkshire. Whether you're local or visiting the area, find what's happening near you by clicking the Map View button.
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Food
Twford, Reading
Twyford Beer Festival returns on the 6th, 7th and 8th June 2024, to Stanlake Meadows, Twyford. This three-day festival is an eclectic mix of live music, and interesting drinks to sample for all.
Participatory Event
Hungerford
Enjoy a hands-on workshop with the expert butchers, followed by a delicious evening BBQ at the Cobbs Farm Shop in Hungerford.
The Head Butcher will talk you through a range of perfect BBQ cuts, marinades and spices, you will then have the…
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…
Sporting Event
Ascot
The Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup offers a perfect blend of thrilling entertainment on and off the track and is one of our most popular racedays of the year.
Food
Windsor
Come along to Windsor's monthly Farmers' Market in Bachelors Acre and taste the best fresh, seasonal food.
Tour
Eton, Windsor
Our seasonal programme of guided tours focuses on the historic heart of Eton College, featuring many of the earliest buildings and objects from the College Collections.
Markets
Windsor
Enjoy a wide array of plant-based and eco-friendly artisan stalls including amazing hot food, yummy cakes, tasty pastries, delicious deli, natural skincare, eco-friendly gifts, artisan goods and much more!
Sporting Event
Ascot
Don’t miss the thrilling finale to the British Flat season as the leading horses and jockeys from Europe and beyond descend on Ascot in their quest to be crowned the champions of 2024.
Walking
Marlow
We are excited to offer you an informative 1 hour tour of our magnificent 65 acres where you will discover the numerous unique plantings, the Italian garden, rare c1900 Pulham Stone monuments and the Danesfield Iron Age Hillfort. The tour will be…
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.
Theatre
Newbury
Step into the magic of Matilda Jr. with Newbury YoungStars, the 2023 NODA award winners! Watch as the children rise up in this heartwarming tale of resilience and imagination. Root for the "revolting children" as they teach grown-ups a lesson in a…
Sporting Events
Newbury
As a memorable National Hunt season draws to a close, Newbury Racecourse is gearing up for the start of another thrilling Flat season, commencing with the Dubai Duty Free Spring Trials Weekend on Friday 19 & Saturday 20 April. The season begins in…
Sporting Events
Shiplake, Henley On Thames
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.
Festival
Reading
Reading is located on the Kennet Canal in Berkshire and every year they celebrate this wonderful waterway with an annual festival - Water Fest!
Showing off the Kennet Canal in all its glory, along with the gorgeous and historic spots on its…
Arts
Windsor
Now in its 11th year, En Plein Air Windsor & Eton is an open-air painting event and competition open to both amateur and professional artists and artists’ groups. En Plein Air Windsor & Eton will be taking place this year in Windsor Castle, by kind…
Participatory Event
Windsor
The setting for the Windsor Half marathon is one of the most beautiful in the UK, the start and finish being on the Long Walk within Windsor Great Park and with Windsor Castle as the backdrop.
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…
Sporting Event
Ascot
A wonderful day of fabulous Jumps racing action and festive fun.
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…
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