Wasing Park, Reading
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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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.
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.
If you're planning to come to South East England to enjoy one of the many events in Berkshire, find answers below to some frequently asked questions?
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. Search & Book Berkshire Accommodation to plan your stay.
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.
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.
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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Childrens Events
Maidenhead
Mrs H Sings bring their unique and infectious blend of family music to Norden Farm for the first time.
Providing quality music for children, that adults will love too. Bringing together elements of Folk, Soul, Afro, Latin, Dub, comedy and theatre…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Bracknell
Looking for things to do this May half term in Berkshire? Escape the ordinary and head to Go Ape Bracknell, for an unforgettable outdoor adventure.
Festival
Aldermaston
Well Read is a literary festival that invites acclaimed writers, nature lovers and wellness enthusiasts to gather in a spectacular woodland setting of Wasing Estate in the heart of Berkshire.
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…
Theatre
Maidenhead
Presented by Wrongsemble.
Golden-haired Rapunzel is trapped in her lofty tower by a wicked witch, who lops off the locks of her beautiful hair and sells them for a tidy profit. It's time for Rapunzel to take charge of her own destiny and figure out…
Music
Maidenhead
UK-based Jessie Reid's hushed, confessional vocals and innovative, folk-influenced, percussive guitar style have drawn comparisons with the likes of Lucy Rose, Nick Mulvey, Iron & Wine, Memorial & Ben Howard.
Jessie's raw and intimate indie-folk…
Music
Maidenhead
M G Boulter and Samantha Whates have been collaborating since 2014. Both respected and critically acclaimed singer songwriters in their own right, they are set to release their third collaborative project in the 2026.
Flower Days is a collection of…
Father's Day
Reading
Enjoy the timeless British tradition, beautifully served at the Reading Room, inside the Roseate Reading. Celebrating seasonal British produce, classic flavours and relaxed indulgence in an elegant setting - perfect as a Father's Day treat.
Music
Reading
Concerts on The Mount returns to Wasing Estate this summer, bringing artists and audiences together in such a breathtaking natural space always makes for powerful, lasting memories.
Welcoming a host of incredible shows at our one-of-a-kind woodland…
Music
Maidenhead
The guitarist/composer plays and introduces his compositions within the forms of the great tradition of flamenco.
His unique sound has been honed through a lifetime of concerts and recordings and performing with legends of the song and dance like…
Festival
Wasing Lane, Aldermaston
For one magical evening Wasing Estate in Berkshire invites festival-goers to come together to mark the Summer solstice, which takes place on the same day everywhere on the planet, connecting everyone in a truly global moment.
Food
Hurley, Maidenhead
The beautiful Hurley House Hotel located in the village of Hurley, Berkshire offers the ultimate sushi dining experience in its Omakase Sushi Bar.
Music
Maidenhead
Behind the Music – Stories from the Studio
Record producer Stuart Epps has spent over five decades at the heart of the music industry, working with legendary artists including Elton John, Led Zeppelin, George Harrison, Chris Rea, Robbie Williams,…
Show / Display
Windsor
Nearly 10,000 dogs from all over the UK and from overseas will arrive in Windsor for the very popular Windsor Championship Dog Show – the largest event of its kind in the South of England and amongst the biggest in the UK.
Sporting Event
Windsor
Taking place from Thursday 14th to Sunday 17th May 2026, the Royal Windsor Horse Show is the only time of year the private grounds of Windsor Castle are open to the public.
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.
Sporting Event
Ascot
A wonderful day of fabulous Jumps racing action and festive fun.
Music
Maidenhead
This year Johnny Cash Roadshow invites you to step into the raw and gritty world of Johnny Cash's prison era with their electrifying show that has captivated audiences for two decades. Set on a Folsom Prison style stage this brings Cashs most iconic…
Arts
Warfield, Bracknell, Winkfield Row
About the Event
Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.
Each artist…
Childrens Events
Reading
Reading town centre is preparing for a ROAR-some invasion this summer as giant brick-built dinosaurs arrive for the brand-new Reading Dino Trail, taking place from 25 July to 23 August 2026. The free trail will transform Reading into an epic day…
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