What's On in Berkshire

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. 

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 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.

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.

• 29th March - 14th April 24, Reading Town Centre Easter Trail, Reading, Berkshire (F)
• 30th March - 14th April 24, Egg-splorers at Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire
• 12th April 24, Olaf Falafel's Super Stupid Show, Norden Farm Centre for Arts, Maidenhead, Berkshire
• 13th - 14th April 24, All About Dogs Show Newbury, Thatcham, Berkshire
• 19th - 20th April 24, Dubai Duty-Free Spring Trials Weekend, Newbury Racecourse, Newbury, Berkshire
• 21st April 24, Ascot Farmers Market, Ascot, Berkshire (F)
• 1st May - 5th May 24, Royal Windsor Horse Show, Windsor, Berkshire
• 1st May - 31st May 24, Spring Tasting Menu, The Reading Room, Roseate Hotel, Reading, Berkshire
• 5th May 24, Horse Drawn Boat Trip, Kennet Horse Boat Company, Kintbury Lock, Hungerford, Berkshire
• 11th May - 19th May 24, Reading Walking Festival, Reading, Berkshire 
• 17th & 18th May 24, Forest, Farms and Forest Bathing, Museum of English Rural Life Grounds, Reading, Berkshire
• 19th & 26th May 24, Cheese and Wine Tasting Tour, Stanlake Park Wine Estate, Twford, Berkshire
• 27th - 31st May 24, Dino Takeover, Wellington Country Park, Reading, Berkshire
• 8th June 24, Royal Windsor Flower Show, Windsor, Berkshire
• 15th, 16th, 19th, 23rd June, Thames Dinner Cruise, Windsor & Maidenhead Boat Company, Bray on Thames, Maidenhead.
• 19th June 24, BBQ Workshop & Evening BBQ, Cobbes Farm Shop, Hungerford, Berkshire
• 27th - 30th June 24, Windsor Championship Dog Show, Windsor, Berkshire
• 29th - 30th June 24, Official D-Day 80th Anniversary, Hungerford, Berkshire

Staying overnight?

If you're travelling from outside the area for an event in Berkshire, there are numerous hotels and other accommodation options to suit your needs.

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Berkshire events near me

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.