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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. 

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What's on in Berkshire this weekend?

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.

What's on in Berkshire?

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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      1. Maidenhead Drama Festival

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        Theatre

        Maidenhead

        A week-long festival of one-act plays from local youth and adult groups, with comments each evening from a professional adjudicator and a host of trophies to be won.
        Join us for the complete sessions and see if you agree with the final…

        Dates

        From:
        22 Apr 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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        23 Apr 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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        24 Apr 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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        25 Apr 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
      2. Josh James: Doin' Alright Tour

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        Comedy

        Maidenhead

        One of the most exciting names to breakout in UK comedy, viral comedy star Josh James presents his highly anticipated debut tour Doin' Alright.
        Join Josh as he guides audiences through the life of a 'Essex Man', the uniqueness of English culture and…

        Dates

        From:
        19 Feb 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
      3. Must See Movies: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (50th Anniversary)

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        Film

        Maidenhead

        A Band Called Malice – The Premier Tribute to The Jam

        Experience the explosive energy of The Jam brought vividly back to life by A Band Called Malice – the UK's most authentic tribute to Paul Weller, Bruce Foxton and Rick Buckler.

        Fronted by the…

        Dates

        From:
        7 Mar 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
      4. Norden Farm Jazz Club: Nic Meier's World Group

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        Music

        Maidenhead

        Born in Switzerland to parents who are great lovers of the arts, UK-based guitarist Nicolas Meier has carved out a reputation as one of the world's most original and uniquely talented guitarists. Drawing from a love of Turkish, Eastern & Middle…

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        From:
        24 Apr 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
      5. Lucy Porter - Let Yourself Go!

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        Comedy

        Maidenhead

        Festival favourite Lucy returns with a brand new show about the power of letting yourself go - in every sense.
        Whether that means embracing your wrinkles and love handles whilst living in a slanket, or having a couple of babychams and dancing like…

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        From:
        7 Mar 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
      6. The Great Big Bug Show

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        Performing Arts

        Maidenhead

        Which beetle has a blaster on its bottom? Which minibeast is barely the size of a full stop? Which eight-legged hunter has fangs as big as a cheetah's claws?
        Join poet Simon Mole and musician Gecko for a family show full of poems, raps and songs all…

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        From:
        21 Feb 2026Open 11:30 - 12:20
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        21 Feb 2026Open 14:00 - 14:50
      7. A Choral Jigsaw

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        Music

        Maidenhead

        Presented by Taplow Choirs.

        Taplow Youth and Girls' Choirs are pleased to host this evening, with guests The Chamber Choir of St George's School, Windsor Castle, Director: James Wilkinson.

        Sacred and secular choral music covering diverse styles…

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        From:
        14 Mar 2026Open 19:00 - 21:30
      8. Mario Bakuna and Roberto Manzin present: Tribute to Stan Getz & João Gilberto

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        Music

        Maidenhead

        Mario Bakuna (acoustic guitar / vocals)
        Roberto Manzin (saxophone)

        Mario Bakuna and Roberto Manzin invite the audience to celebrate two of the most important artists of all time: the American saxophonist Stan Getz and Brazilian guitarist João…

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        From:
        9 Apr 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
      9. Marlow Dragon Boat Festival

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        Sporting Events

        Shiplake, Henley On Thames

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        From:
        16 June 2026
      10. Norden Farm Jazz Club: Marta Mathea Radwan (vocals)

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        Music

        Maidenhead

        With the Alex Hutton trio, plus some surprise guests.

        Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Norden Farm Jazz Club!


        For this special concert, Marta has crafted a captivating blend of love songs from the American and Polish Jazz Songbooks,…

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        From:
        14 Feb 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
      11. Stage of Stars

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        Music

        Maidenhead

        Join us for our Stage of Stars, hosted by the Thames Valley Adventure Playground, with Alex Horne, their Patron keeping them all in check on the night.

        We are a charity supporting children and adults with special needs and this will be a truly…

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        From:
        30 Apr 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
      12. Norden Farm Jazz Club: Benn Clatworthy Quartetand Cecily Hitchcock

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        Music

        Maidenhead

        Back by popular demand!

        Benn was active in the London Music Scene in the 1970's and was a protégé of Ronnie Scott. He moved to L.A. California in 1980 where he is now based. He was recommended for Horace Silver's band and recordings followed.…

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        From:
        20 Mar 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
      13. The Sun has Burst the Sky - Echo Vocal Ensemble

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        Music

        Maidenhead

        Presented by Maidenhead Music Society.
        An exploration of light and the ways it has been conveyed through choral music, featuring music spanning five centuries, from Tallis, Monteverdi and Rheinberger to the present day.

        'A choir from whom I'm sure…

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        From:
        16 Apr 2026Open 19:40 - 21:40
      14. Katie Norris: Go West, Old Maid

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        Comedy

        Maidenhead

        Nominee: Best Comedy Show 2025 - Edingburgh Comedy Awards
        Cursed with the voice, face and arse of an angel, Katie Norris embarks on a personal odyssey into the untamed realms of her imagination following a sold-out run at this year's Edinburgh…

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        From:
        27 Feb 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
      15. Parallel Windsor 2026

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        Type:

        Festival

        Windsor

        Parallel Windsor is a Festival of Inclusivity with Challenge Events for all ages, health conditions & abilities. Held in the grounds of the majestic Windsor Great Park & staged on the iconic Long Walk.

        Where & When

        5 July 2026

        Location: Windsor…

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        From:
        5 July 2026Open 11:00 - 17:00
      16. Snow White Rose Red Bear Brown

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        Childrens Events

        Maidenhead

        Snow White and Rose Red – sisters, twins, best friends – have lived in the forest since they were Babes in the Wood. Brought up by their hardworking Mother to be kind, caring and forest fluent... if sometimes a little over enthusiastic in their…

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        From:
        18 Feb 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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        18 Feb 2026Open 11:30 - 12:30
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        19 Feb 2026Open 11:30 - 12:30
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        19 Feb 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
      17. Olaf Falafel's Stupidest Super Stupid Show

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        Childrens Events

        Maidenhead

        Winner of the Best Kids' Show at the 2024 Leicester Comedy Festival.
        After a sell out run at last year's Fringe, comedian and children's author Olaf Falafel is dishing up another frying pan full of family-friendly comedy.

        The comedy show comedians…

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        From:
        7 Apr 2026Open 11:30 - 12:30
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        7 Apr 2026Open 15:10 - 16:20
      18. Wihan String Quartet

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        Music

        Maidenhead

        Presented by Maidenhead Music Society.
        Mozart: Quartet in E-flat Major, K428
        Smetana: Quartet no. 2 in D minor
        Schubert: Quartet in D minor, D. 810, 'Death and the Maiden'

        This world-renowned group presents three string quartet masterpieces…

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        From:
        25 Mar 2026Open 19:40 - 21:40
      19. That's So 90s

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        Music

        Maidenhead

        Get ready to Spice Up Your Life with The One and Only 90's show that's taking the UK by storm this spring: That's So 90s!
        From iconic Britpop anthems to the revolutionary sounds of 90s dance, from Girl Power to Cool Britannia, join us for a…

        Dates

        From:
        18 Apr 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
      20. Avalon Edinburgh Preview: Garrett Millerick and Bella Hull

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        Type:

        Comedy

        Maidenhead

        Two top comedians preview their latest work ahead of the Edinburgh Festival.
        Garrett Millerick
        A phenomenal stand-up comic, Garrett's breakout television performance was on the hit US late-night talk show Conan (TBS).

        The performance came off the…

        Dates

        From:
        18 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30