The annual Windsor Flower Show returns to Windsor Great Park this June 2026

Royal Windsor Flower Show

Windsor Great Park, 6th June 2026

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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.

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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.

What's on in Berkshire?

Take a look at our featured events in Berkshire this summer, from music festivals, boat trips and free things to do, riverside activities and dining out experiences.

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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Whats 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 scroll down to explore the full Berkshire events guide if you need ideas and inspiration.

When is the best time to visit Berkshire for an event?

The vibrant towns of Windsor and Reading have a full year round calendar of events, and the Thames Path is open all-year round so Berkshire is a great choice to visit at any time of the year.

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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.

Events in Berkshire ideas and inspiration

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  1. Windsor Vegan Fiesta

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    Markets

    Windsor

    Enjoy a wide array of plant-based and eco-friendly artisan stalls including amazing hot food, yummy cakes, tasty pastries, delicious deli, natural skincare, eco-friendly gifts, artisan goods and much more!

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2026Open 10:30 - 17:00
  2. Goring Cruise from Reading with Thames Rivercruises

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    Type:

    Tour

    Caversham

    Cruise from Caversham in Reading to Goring-on-thames and visit this outstanding area of natural beauty.

    Passing through Mapledurham Lock, Pangbourne Meadows and Goring this is one of most memorable stretches of the Thames, with an option to return…

    Venue

    Thames Rivercruise Ltd., Reading

    Dates

    From:
    10 June 2026
    From:
    8 July 2026
  3. Howden Christmas Racing Weekend at Ascot

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    Sporting Event

    Ascot

    A wonderful day of fabulous Jumps racing action and festive fun.

    Dates

    From:
    18 Dec 2026to19 Dec 2026
  4. Afternoon Tea at The Roseate, Reading Room

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    Food

    Reading

    Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and head to The Reading Room Restaurant and Lounge for the best afternoon tea in Berkshire.

    Dates

    From:
    22 May 2026to31 July 2026Open 12:30 - 15:30
  5. Marlow Dragon Boat Festival

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    Sporting Events

    Shiplake, Henley On Thames

    Dates

    From:
    16 June 2026
  6. Circus Camp

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    Childrens Events

    Maidenhead

    Led by And Circus 
    Four days of learning incredible circus skills and performing. Learn to walk on stilts, ride a unicycle, walk the tightrope and perform on a trapeze!

    Suitable for ages 7 – 14 years.

    Tues 28 – Fri 31 Jul 10am – 4pm
    £220 | £200…

    Dates

    From:
    28 July 2026to31 July 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
  7. You Choose

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    Childrens Events

    Maidenhead

    You Choose – Every show is unique!

    Based on the brilliant book by Pippa Goodhart and Nick Sharratt, Nonsense Room Productions (Shark in the Park and Hairy Maclary Shows) bring you an interactive musical show for all the family. But in this show –…

    Dates

    From:
    26 May 2026Open 11:30 - 12:30
    From:
    26 May 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
  8. 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
  9. Simon Evans is Staring at the Sun

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    Comedy

    Maidenhead

    Simon Evans is Back! Waaaay back…

    With growing evidence that we are living in a Computer Simulation – and a pretty glitchy, off-brand simulation at that – and the approaching watershed of the AI Singularity looming like a weirdly pixelated…

    Dates

    From:
    2 July 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  10. Omakase Dining Experience

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Apr 2026to1 July 2026Various Opening Times
  11. 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:
    29 May 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  12. Limehouse Lizzy

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    Entering their third decade as a leading tribute act, Limehouse Lizzy continues to honour the legacy of Philip Lynott and Thin Lizzy with electrifying performances that dominate the live Classic Rock circuit.

    Recognised with a PRS/Billboard award…

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
  13. The Phonics

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    With more than four times the number of shows and more social media followers than any other Stereophonics tribute.
    The Phonics have worked hard over the last 10 years to become the undisputed UK's leading Stereophonics tribute, they are now reaping…

    Dates

    From:
    3 July 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  14. 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…

    Dates

    From:
    25 July 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
  15. Johnny Cash Roadshow

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    Type:

    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…

    Dates

    From:
    17 July 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  16. Echoes

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    Type:

    Dance / Dancing

    Maidenhead

    The Henley College presents

    Echoes is a powerful contemporary dance piece that explores memory, connection, and the traces people leave behind.

    Through expressive choreography, and layered soundscapes, the dancers bring to life the idea that past…

    Dates

    From:
    27 June 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
  17. Stuart Epps: Working with...Chris Rea

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    Type:

    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,…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Aug 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  18. Brooks Williams and Aaron Catlow

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    Brooks Williams and Aaron Catlow create a fiery, fearless sound of Americana, folk and country blues. Their musical chemistry is a spark that sets the stage ablaze with a spontaneous high-energy. There literally is no one performing today creating…

    Dates

    From:
    13 Aug 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  19. Summer Piano Series: Gabrielé Sutkuté

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    Type:

    Music

    Maidenhead

    Lithuanian-born pianist Gabrielé Sutkuté's wide-ranging virtuoso programme ends in spectacular fashion with Ravel's own transcription of his orchestral showpiece.
    Gabrielé has been the recipient of many international awards, most recently winner of…

    Dates

    From:
    9 Sept 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
  20. Norden Farm Jazz Club: Steve Waterman's Latin Quartet

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    Maidenhead

    Salsa, Samba and Tango rhythms have always been a source of inspiration for Jazz musicians.
    Steve Watermans' passion and knowledge of these artforms will take us on journey through Latin America. An evening of rhythm and colour!

    The concert will…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Aug 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00