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.
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.
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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Childrens Events
Maidenhead
Enemies. Balconies. Kissing... sausage rolls!?
Three idiots perform Shakespeare's famous tragedy, using only a box of tatty wigs, a worn floral dress, and a burst airbed they found by the bins.
Described as 'like Horrible Histories but funnier'…
Sporting Event
Ascot
A wonderful day of fabulous Jumps racing action and festive fun.
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…
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…
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.
Food
Marlow
Join Chef Joe Bartlett for his famous Supper Club!
An evening of flavour packed food awaits with the menu focused heavily on sustainability, wild food, and the best produce that Britain has to offer.
All of which will be served in the Chiltern…
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…
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.
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,…
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.
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.
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.
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 Windsor…
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.
Music
Wokingham
Join Reading's Trinity Concert Band for their first concert of 2024!
We've got great things planned for our spring concert at the beautifully renovated All Saints Church in Wokingham. Expect a dazzling evening of iconic classical music, famous…
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…
Sporting Events
Newbury
The award-winning DJ, Sigala, makes his Newbury Racecourse debut on Weatherbys Super Sprint Day on Saturday 20th July. Newbury's famous Party In The Paddock returns to the Berkshire venue after the conclusion of racing with a headline set from one…
Festival
Thatcham
Bring your dog for two days full of exciting arena displays, expert advice, shopping and lots of fun have-a-go activities including the popular Fun Dog Shows where you and your dog can win rosettes, K9 Aqua Sports, competitions and more...
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…
Childrens Events
Marlow
Baskets at the ready - let's get hunting!
The Easter holidays are soon upon us, which means a fortnight-long diary needs to be filled to keep the kids entertained!
Come and join our annual Easter egg hunt with our very own resident Easter Bunny!…