Now - 26th September 25, Reading Museum
Berkshire is a county full of pageantry and ceremonial events, and this year it is also celebrating its close ties to Jane Austen with a host of new tours, events, and exhibitions. Home to a host of internationally renowned events, including Royal Ascot, Royal Windsor Horse Show, Royal Windsor Flower Show and Reading Festival, you'll find Berkshire's event calendar is full to bursting.
2025 is the 250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen, this world-famous author went to school in Reading, and her old school will be open for a series of tours for the first time. Believed to be the inspiration behind the school in her fourth novel Emma, this is the perfect time to discover more about the 18 months she spent here.
Berkshire is easily accessible for day trips from London and there's plenty of fun activities for kids to do whether it's during the holidays or for a weekend break. You'll also find a host of free events (F) to help you stretch your budget a little further. To find out what's on in Berkshire today or this weekend, use the search box above to narrow down your required date.
Don't miss the Changing of the Guards on the streets of Windsor, or the chance to follow one of the free activity trails at Windsor Castle. Look out for the magnificent Red Deers and hand-crafted adventure playground 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. Plan ahead so you don't miss out and book for some Royal Windsor's and Maidenhead must see events including Royal Windsor Flower Show (7th June 25), Royal Ascot (17th - 21st June 25) or Windsor Championship Dog Show (26th - 29th June 25).
Reading a town full of surprises, with links to Oscar Wilde, Jane Austen, King Henry I, football, and biscuits! Tours of Jane Austen's school are now running now until 26th September 25 - discover more about the Jane Austen 250 events in Reading here. Discover some of Reading's top events to enjoy this summer including Death Comes to Pemberley Mill, The Mill at Sonning (Now - 28th June 25), Reading Water Fest (28th June) (F), and Reading Festival (21st - 24th August 25) combine your next event in Reading with a stroll along the famous St James Way, the UK's stretch of the Camino de Santiago.
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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Festival
Maidenhead
Fi.Fest is a family-friendly festival that promises an unforgettable experience for every member of the family. Choose the camping option, allowing you to enjoy the festivities all weekend long, and make it a festival to remember! Get ready to…
Music
Maidenhead
An evening of music and dancing in the atmospheric 18th century Long Barn.
A caller guides you through the dances while ceilidh band Nedron's Jig provide the live music.
Dances include the likes of Cumberland Square 8, Virginia Reel, Gay Gordons…
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.
Music
Maidenhead
Get ready for a show like no other with The Ultimate Swift & Styles Tribute Experience!
Prepare for an unforgettable evening dedicated to and based around the music of pop icons Taylor Swift and Harry Styles!
This is not your average tribute night…
Markets
Maidenhead
From the tradition and avant-garde of flamenco culture, this dance performance is theatrically woven together, accompanied by traditional flamenco musicians.
Rebeca Ortega Dancer
Ramón Ruiz Guitarist and composer
Carlos Lobo Vocalist and…
Dance / Dancing
Maidenhead
In 2005 a dream began and in 2025, it is a flourishing reality...
DNC Dance and Yoga Studio is proud to celebrate their 20th anniversary with this student production. The company is the brainchild of multi award-winning entrepreneur Nikita Thakrar,…
Music
Maidenhead
Presented by Norden Farm Jazz Club.
Adam Glasser (harmonica)
South African harmonica player, pianist and educator Adam Glasser has an international reputation as an exponent of township jazz on the chromatic harmonica and piano.
One of the UK's…
Sporting Event
Ascot
Royal Ascot is one of the pinnacle events of the summer social season and is certainly a must-attend event of the year and a quintessentially British day out.
Christmas
Maidenhead
Presented by StoryDen.
Based on the book by Joe Todd-Stanton.
Nyla has moved to the city. When a comet comes soaring through the city streets and starts to glow and grow, Nyla can't resist following it…
An extraordinary story about welcoming the…
Music
Maidenhead
Elisabeth Cullen (soprano)
Ron Colyer (violin), Susan Black (viola), Paul Cox (cello),
Caroline Owen (clarinet), Nigel Wilkinson (piano)
Schubert Duo in A for violin and piano, D.574
Mozart Trio for clarinet, viola and piano in E flat, K.498…
Participatory Event
Reading
Stanlake Park Wine Estate – 7 minutes on the train from Reading.
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".
Film
Maidenhead
Join your host, Jeff Lloyd, revisiting Marilyn Monroe's signature film starring Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon.
After a brief summary of what to expect and what to look out for we'll show the film in it's entirety together with an old school…
Music
Maidenhead
Known for his virtuosic high-energy violin playing and engaging stage presence, Australia's second most famous cultural export George Washingmachine leads this quartet with characteristic eccentricity, charm and humour.
George Washingmachine…
Tour
Reading
Book now to enjoy an official Abbey Quarter Tour, Reading which includes exclusive access to Jane Austen's school.
Available from Saturday 5 April 25 until 27th September 2025, explore the heart of Reading with an official Reading Museum tour guide.
Food
Marlow
Father’s Day lunch with real ale. What better way to say thanks Dad, for everything!
Heritage & History
Reading
In 2025, come and join the celebrations in Reading marking the 250th anniversary since the birth of Jane Austen, the treasured nineteenth century writer famed for Pride & Prejudice, Emma and Persuasion.
From April 2025, as part of the 250th…
Family
Newbury
Celebrate the holiday season and treat your family to a day out at the Challow Hurdle Day.
Dance / Dancing
Maidenhead
Welcome to Chance to Dance Stars CIC, your local dance school for young people in the disabled community.
Come along and celebrate our achievements over the last year in this student production.
Each class has spent the last year learning a…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Blake's Lock, Reading
Have fun (re-)discovering Reading, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air, whilst finding out more about Reading. Curious About Reading visits…
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