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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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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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      1. A Band Called Malice - Live

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        Music

        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…

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        From:
        6 Mar 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
      2. 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
      3. 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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        18 Feb 2026Open 11:30 - 12:30
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        18 Feb 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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        19 Feb 2026Open 11:30 - 12:30
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        19 Feb 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
      4. Monstering the Rocketman

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        Theatre

        Maidenhead

        By Henry Naylor
        It's Elton John vs The Sun! Worlds biggest star battles world's toughest tabloid in epic eighties' clash!

        When the soaraway Sun newspaper falsely accuses Elton John, 39, of bonking rent boys, the Rocketman blasts off a whopping…

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        From:
        12 Mar 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
      5. Bryony Dunn & The Forest

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        Music

        Maidenhead

        Bryony Dunn & The Forest create music inspired by the earth, flecked with mythology and shaped like a river which babbles over rocky friendships and cascades into pools of love.
        Fuelled by a love for Americana 70's harmonies, memorable guitar riffs…

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        From:
        4 Apr 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
      6. The Kast Off Kinks

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        Music

        Maidenhead

        The Kast off Kinks include former members of the legendary band The Kinks.
        Their line-up features Mick Avory (founding member of The Kinks and original drummer on all the classic hits from 1964-84), Mark Haley (keyboards/vocals, Kinks 1989-93, also…

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        From:
        13 Feb 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
      7. The Wedding Singer

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        Theatre

        Maidenhead

        Presented by BCA

        Set in 1985, The Wedding Singer follows Robbie Hart, a charming and upbeat wedding singer who is the life of every party - until his fiancée leaves him at the altar.

        Devasted, Robbie loses all faith in love and begins to ruin…

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        From:
        28 Apr 2026Open 19:00 - 21:30
      8. Avalon Edinburgh Preview: Ahir Shar and Cecily Hitchcock

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        Comedy

        Maidenhead

        Two top comedians preview their latest work ahead of the Edinburgh Festival.

        Ahir Shah
        2023 Edinburgh Comedy Award winner Ahir Shah is one of the fastest-rising comedians of his generation and is known for his sharp, intellectual brand of stand-up…

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        18 Mar 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
      9. Harry Baker: Tender

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        Talks

        Maidenhead

        As in ripe for the taking. As in a heart swelled to twice its size. As in soft. As in delicious. As in ready.
        World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker brings his characteristic warmth, wit and wonder to new parenthood.

        From introducing his baby to a…

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        From:
        15 Apr 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
      10. 21-gun salute for The King’s birthday

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        Ceremony

        Windsor

        Children of the Royal Borough are invited to help wish His Majesty The King a happy birthday, by taking part in the traditional 21-gun salute outside Windsor Castle, on 14 November at noon.

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        From:
        14 Nov 2026
      11. Chevalier: Hobbyhorse Circus

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        Childrens Events

        Maidenhead

        Chevalier - Hobbyhorse Circus is an irresistibly charming homage to the magnificent horses of circus and the silent movie era. Drawing inspiration from the history of traditional horse circuses, Kalle Lehto's ringmaster performs acrobatics, juggling…

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        From:
        17 Feb 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
      12. Holmes and Watson and The Curious Case of the Masked Magician

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        Childrens Events

        Maidenhead

        Presented by The Great Baldini and Peter Clifford.
        'Tell me everything Holmes'

        1t's 1906 - the Golden Age of Magic. The Masked Magician bestrides London's world of Magic like a colossus, Until… one night, in mid-performance, the Magician vanishes.…

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        From:
        4 Apr 2026Open 14:00 - 15:10
      13. 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
      14. The Grahams

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        Music

        Maidenhead

        The Grahams are New York grown, Nashville based Alyssa and Doug Graham.

        As kids in the Jersey suburbs, they snuck into NYC to hear their favourite bands play, and have been performing together ever since. With their own unique brand of…

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        From:
        21 Mar 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
      15. The George Harrison Project

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        Music

        Maidenhead

        Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the timeless music of George Harrison.
        The UK's ultimate live tribute show dedicated to the music of George Harrison, these talented musicians authentically recreate his most iconic songs from The…

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        From:
        17 Apr 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
      16. Royal Windsor Flower Show

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        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…

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        From:
        6 June 2026Open 10:00 - 18:00
      17. Ascot Farmers' Market

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        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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        15 Feb 2026Open 09:00 - 13:00
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      18. The Vinyl Frontier: Your Best of… The Beatles

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        Music

        Maidenhead

        Hosted by Jeff Lloyd.
        Twelve challengers twist and shout their way through a night of Fab Four fanaticism, each armed with their ultimate Beatles track. From "Hey Jude" to deep cuts that only true fans know, every song fights for a ticket to ride to…

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        From:
        28 Feb 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
      19. The BRICK People present An event Featuring LEGO® Bricks!

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        Childrens Events

        Maidenhead

        The BRICK People present… an event Featuring LEGO® Bricks!
        We're delighted to be welcoming The Brick People to our venue, who'll be offering a wide range of LEGO® brick related free-flow workshop sessions.

        Their family driven LEGO® Brick Events…

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        From:
        31 Mar 2026Open 10:30 - 18:00
      20. Parallel Windsor

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        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.

        Dates

        From:
        5 July 2026Various Opening Times