Events in Berkshire including the changing of the guard which takes place along Windsor High Street

Changing of the Guard

Windsor Town Centre, Three times a week

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Find what's on in Berkshire, from riverside events along the Thames and royal-inspired celebrations to live entertainment, food experiences and family-friendly days out. Discover ideas for great days out, short breaks and seasonal events across the county.

Berkshire is ready to welcome you for a year filled with heritage moments, cultural highlights and great days out across royal towns, riverside locations and beautiful countryside. From Reading and Newbury to Windsor and Maidenhead, you'll find new experiences unfolding in every season. Discover what’s happening today, this weekend and throughout the summer below.

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What's on across Berkshire's towns and along the River Thames

In the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, new cultural highlights join the calendar and blend together perfectly with internationally renowned favourites, including the Windsor Flower Show (June),Parallel Windsor (July), Maidenhead Beach at Norden Farm (Aug) bringing displays, colour, inclusivity and festival-vibes for visitors to Berkshire. New for summer, 'Trunks across the Thames' brings a family-friendly elephant trail across Eton, Slough, and Windsor from 13 July - 13 September 2026.

2026 is also a particularly special year in Reading, when both the original Bayeux Tapestry and the UK's full‑scale Victorian replica are in the same country for the first time with the original arriving for a landmark exhibition at the British Museum from September 2026 to July 2027, while Britain's full‑size 1886 replica remains proudly on display at Reading Museum. It's also a year of double centenaries in Berkshire, as Hurley Riverside Park celebrates 100 years beside the River Thames and the University of Reading marks its own milestone with Centenary Heritage Tours from February to December, offering a chance to discover historic campuses, leafy spaces and a century of stories.

Events in Berkshire This Summer

Scroll down to discover upcoming events across Berkshire, or use the search filters to find something near you. Explore featured events this summer, from music festivals and boat trips to free things to do along with riverside festivals and dining out experiences. With something happening every week, there's always a new way to enjoy Berkshire.

With events taking place across towns, country parks, and heritage sites, Berkshire is the perfect place for a day out or short break around what's happening. Start planning your 2026 adventure — your Berkshire experience is waiting.

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What's on in Berkshire today or this weekend?

You'll find regularly updated events and activity listings by using the area and date filter in the search box above, or browsing the listings on this page - great if you are stuck for an idea or want to find something to do.

When is the best time to visit?

Berkshire hosts events all year round, with highlights across every season in towns like Windsor, Reading, Maidenhead and Newbury. The Thames Path is also open all-year round, as a public right of way walkers and cyclists can use it at anytime, these make this a great destination at any time.

Berkshire events near me

Discover events for day visitors, local residents and holiday makers below, or find out what's happening near you by clicking the Map View button. A visit to Berkshire means you're never far away for an event along the River Thames, its vibrant towns or historic parks.

Berkshire is ideally located in South East England and is one of the closest counties to London, making it easy to visit for a day trip, short break or holiday.  It is also well connected to surrounding counties including Hampshire, Surrey, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire.

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  1. Curious About Reading

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    Walking

    Blake's Lock, Reading

    Explore Reading’s big sights and hidden corners, uncover quirky stories, and enjoy 1–2 hours of fresh‑air exploring each route.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
  2. Jon Doran and The Northern Assembly

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    Jon Doran and The Northern Assembly are a ground-breaking new collaboration who seek to capture the excitement that lies within traditional song.
    The trio aims to breathe new life into old stories from across the British Isles, injecting the energy…

    Dates

    From:
    27 May 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  3. Matt Forde: Defying Calamity

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    Comedy

    Maidenhead

    In his biggest live tour to date leading political comedian Matt Forde (The Royal Variety Performance, Spitting Image, HIGNFY, British Scandal) finds positivity in life despite all the evidence to the contrary in politics and his own health.

    'The…

    Dates

    From:
    16 July 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  4. Ascot Farmers' Market

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    Type:

    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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    28 June 2026Open 09:00 - 13:00
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    19 July 2026Open 09:00 - 13:00
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  5. Graffiti Classics - The Comedy String Quartet

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    16 strings, 8 dancing feet and 4 voices in 1 electrifying and hilarious musical show!
    Graffiti Classics are a comedy string quartet who never sit down, bursting the perceived elitist boundaries of traditional classical music with their hilarious…

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    From:
    3 June 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
  6. The Sounds of the 60s with The Zoots

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    The Zoots are here to make your whole family bop to the 60s beats that everybody loves.

    Experience the sixties show that's wowing audiences around the world, selling out and headlining venues from the Palladium to Old Trafford - with the…

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    From:
    5 Sept 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
  7. Afternoon Tea On The Thames With Thames Rivercruise

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    Tour

    Reading

    Afternoon Tea on the Upper Thames in Reading. Enjoy a great English Tradition with the wonderful backdrop of the beautiful Upper Thames, freshly prepared by Three Love Food.

    Venue

    Thames Rivercruise Ltd., Reading

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    7 June 2026Open 12:00 - 17:30
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    18 July 2026Open 12:00 - 17:30
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    9 Aug 2026Open 12:00 - 17:30
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    12 Sept 2026Open 12:00 - 17:30
  8. Black Umfolosi

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    Dance / Dancing

    Maidenhead

    Black Umfolosi performances are inspired by the traditional song and dance of their native southern Africa, with a beauty and enthusiasm that is unrivalled.
    Their performances are energy driven and completely engaging, mixing a great gentleness of…

    Dates

    From:
    29 July 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  9. Ahh…Freak Out!

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    The World's Biggest Disco hits!

    Step into the glittering time machine and journey back to the dazzling 1970s, as we turn back the clock and bring the disco inferno back to life, LIVE on stage!

    Get ready to boogie the night away as we take you on…

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    From:
    25 July 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
  10. Matt Forde: Defying Calamity

    Type

    Type:

    Comedy

    Maidenhead

    In his biggest live tour to date leading political comedian Matt Forde (The Royal Variety Performance, Spitting Image, HIGNFY, British Scandal) finds positivity in life despite all the evidence to the contrary in politics and his own health.
    'The…

    Dates

    From:
    29 May 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  11. Wind Down After Work

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    Health & Wellbeing

    Marlow

    Relax, Recharge, Reset with an after work wind down session at Danesfield House Hotel

    Dates

    From:
    16 Feb 2026to30 June 2026Various Opening Times
  12. Royal Steamboat Voyage with French Brothers

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    Participatory Event

    Wraysbury, Staines-upon-Thames

    Join us for an amazing nostalgic cruise of discovery through the Kings back garden by steam as French Brothers run a very special river steam boat trip along the Thames. This fantastic cruise is on board one of our beautiful and genuine Victorian…

    Venue

    French Brothers Boat Trips, Windsor and Maidenhead

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    14 June 2026Open 11:00 -
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    20 Sept 2026Open 11:00 -
  13. Truckfest South 2026

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Thatcham

    NEW FOR 2026

    Join us on 13th & 14th June for Truckfest South at the Newbury Showground, Thatcham!

    Be amazed by arena stunt shows and car-crushing monster trucks. Take part in exhilarating rides and see some incredible, award-winning truck…

    Dates

    From:
    13 June 2026to14 June 2026Open 09:00 - 16:00
  14. The Specials Ltd

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    Celebrating the 45th anniversary of the The Specials' classic #1 single Ghost Town with a live set from The Specials Ltd., the world's most authentic and original tribute to 2-Tone Records Legends, The Specials.
    When the original line up of The…

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    From:
    12 June 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
  15. Disco Night On The Thames With Thames Rivercruise

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    Participatory Event

    Reading

    Have fun with your friends, family or work colleagues for a night of 80's & 90's music on the River Thames from Reading.

    Venue

    Thames Rivercruise Ltd., Reading

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    19 June 2026Open 19:00 - 22:30
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    11 July 2026Open 19:00 - 22:30
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    5 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 22:30
  16. Reading Festival

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Aug 2026to30 Aug 2026
  17. The Great British Food Festival

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    Type:

    Festival

    Wokingham

    Welcome fabulous friends to GBFF Dinton!

    After three fantastic years in Reading, we're delighted to return to Dinton Pastures with even more of our unique event and plenty of family fun! ✨

    More than just another family festival, The Great…

    Dates

    From:
    6 June 2026to7 June 2026Open 10:00 - 18:00
  18. Concertini with The Brass Funkeys

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    This summer The Brass Funkeys are back at Norden Farm with their infectious, high-energy brass show – a live music experience designed for music lovers aged 4-104.
    Expect everything from soulful jazz funeral marches, reggae, gypsy and swing to…

    Venue

    Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Windsor and Maidenhead

    Dates

    From:
    25 July 2026Open 11:30 - 13:30
  19. Summer Piano Series: Henry Cash

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    Henry Cash performs a programme of popular works by Debussy and Grieg. Culminating in one of peaks of the piano repertoire, Chopin's set of 24 Preludes, one in each major and minor key.
    Henry played a scintillating Mozart concerto at Norden Farm in…

    Dates

    From:
    10 June 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
  20. Art Camp

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    Type:

    Childrens Events

    Maidenhead

    Led by Lucy Carpenter
    Join Lucy Carpenter on a creative art adventure this summer.

    Combining art, movement and play to provide a stimulating and creative week of fun. With a sensational exhibition at the end of the week!

    Suitable for ages 8 – 11…

    Dates

    From:
    4 Aug 2026to7 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00