Windsor Town Centre, Three times a week
Berkshire is a county divided by the River Thames, full of pageantry and ceremony, with strong connections to the British Royal family. 2025 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. This year Berkshire also celebrates its close ties to Jane Austen with a host of new tours, events, and exhibitions. 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. Whether you're visiting Berkshire for the royal connections or exploring its countryside, visiting its towns, enjoying its vibrant nightlife or just enjoying one of its seasonal events, you'll surely 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. Don't miss the chance to book your tickets to some of Windsor's and Maidenhead must see events including Royal Windsor Horse Show (15th - 18th May 25), 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 open from April 25, discover more about the Jane Austen 250 events in Reading here. Also don't miss the Reading Lantern Parade (15th February 25) (F) Death Comes to Pemberley Mill, Sonning (1st May - 28th June 25), Reading Water Fest (28th June) (F), Reading Festival (21st - 24th August 25) 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
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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Music
Maidenhead
Hosted by Jeff Lloyd.
Are you on the side of Dolly, Kenny, Johnny and Tammy? Or do you favour newer superstars, like Luke, Carrie, Tim or Chris? Here's your chance to hear the 10 favourites of our audience. To paraphrase the Blues Brothers film,…
Mother's Day
Hungerford
Treat mum to special ‘Mother’s Day’ Afternoon tea at Cobbs at Hungerford. Available from Monday 24th – Saturday 29th March from 1.30pm
You and your mum will be spoiled for choice with a delightful selection of finger sandwiches, Cobbs’ homemade…
Sporting Event
Ascot
The Jumps season returns with a bang to Ascot! Enjoy high-quality racing followed by one of the region's largest fireworks displays where the breathtaking pyro-musical show will feature over 20,000 fireworks.
Childrens Events
Maidenhead
Presented by Flibbertigibbet Theatre.
Flibbertigibbet Theatre is delighted to announce that after a successful tour this year, The Farmer and The Clown, will be retouring nationally in Spring 2025. A wordless show for all ages, featuring dance,…
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".
Theatre
Reading
Enjoy a delicious two-course meal and tickets to enjoy the theatre show - Don't Rock the Boat at the Mill at Sonning near Reading.
This brilliant comedy follows the story of a property tycoon Arthur Bullhead is on a mission to seal the deal of…
Sporting Events
Newbury
The Lockinge Stakes, the only Group 1 of Newbury's flat season, promises to deliver racing of the highest quality on Saturday 17th May 25. The mile contest worth £400,000 has an illustrious roll of honour with the likes of Frankel, Palace Pier, and…
Music
Maidenhead
U2Baby are the U2 tribute band from the west side of London that are flown in to Dublin to host fan parties when U2 are in town.
They exist to help people, some of whom may not be able to see the real U2, discover the power of U2's music live…
Walking
Peascod Street, Windsor
Have fun (re-)discovering Windsor, 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 this royal town. Curious About…
Special Events
Marlow, Marlow
Step back in time and celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day at Danesfield House.
Brimming with history, Danesfield House was once home to the Intelligence Section of the RAF, known as RAF Medmenham. The unit specialised in photographic…
Music
Maidenhead
The UK's only tribute to 60s mod legends the Small Faces.
Playing all the hits including All Or Nothing, Lazy Sunday, Itchycoo Park alongside fan favourites and tracks from the 1968 No1 LP Ogdens Nut Gone Flake.
Courtyard Theatre
£18
Childrens Events
Maidenhead
Louis Pearl thrills with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles.
Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences around the world for over 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. He is a favourite at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival,…
Free Event
Maidenhead
Norden Farm Markets take place on the first Saturday of every month.
They are (mostly) outdoor markets, held under the Linhay barns - a nod to our history as an ancient dairy farm.
The Norden Farm Markets are unique. There's a Cafe Bar…
General event
Reading
Enjoy a luxurious night away with that special someone. The Roseate Reading is just 25 minutes from London and is the perfect place to relax and get away from the everyday stresses of life.
Music
Maidenhead
Rich music with intertwining harmony, sensitive accomplished musicianship and a creative song-writing style that is both delicate and moving.
Christina Alden and Alex Patterson are multi-instrumentalists and songwriters from Norwich.
Deeply…
Childrens Events
Maidenhead
A spooky fantasy adventure for the whole family.
A young girl named Minerva is a hero in her dreams but feels helpless in real life. When her friend is taken by Oizys, the Goddess of anxiety, Minerva must travel through a city full of skeletons to…
Tour
Reading
Enjoy a fascinating Behind-The-Scenes tour of The Mill at Sonning, near Reading
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.
Gardens
Windsor Great Park, Windsor
The Royal Windsor Flower Show returns with inspiring showcase gardens, fabulous nurseries, incredible speakers and our Honorary President Alan Titchmarsh. It’s a wonderful day out for all the family, so come along and join in the fun – everyone’s…
Food
Ascot
Ascot Farmers' Market offers a great choice of fresh produce, pies and pastries, dairy products and plants whilst on-site parking means a stress-free shopping experience.
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