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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Berkshire is ready to welcome you for a year filled with heritage moments, cultural highlights and great days out across royal towns, riverside cities and beautiful countryside. From Reading and Newbury to Windsor and Maidenhead, you’ll find new experiences unfolding in every season.

2026 is a particularly special year. In Reading, this will be the moment 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. In the Royal Borough, new cultural highlights join the calendar and mix with the international renown favourites in Windsor & Maidenhead, including the launch of Long Walk Live, 26–27 June 2026, a brand‑new live music celebration on Windsor’s iconic Long Walk, and the returning Royal Windsor Horse ShowWindsor Flower Show and Parallel Windsor, bringing displays, colour, inclusivity and festival-vibes to Berkshire visitors.  2026 is 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.

From riverside walks and historic gardens to festivals, heritage anniversaries and cultural days out, Berkshire is the perfect place for a short break or longer escape. Start planning your 2026 adventure — your Berkshire experience is waiting.

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  1. Cookham Festival

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    Festival

    Cookham, Maidenhead

    The Cookham Festival is a celebration of the arts by the village, for the village with over 40 events taking place over the festival fortnight.

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    From:
    1 May 2026to17 May 2026
  2. The Gingerbread Man

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    Childrens Events

    Maidenhead

    Presented by Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company.
    Imagine being born in an oven and the first person you meet wants to dunk you in his tea!

    Come and see the adventure of the deliciously smelling Gingerbread Man who finds his feet fast and sets off…

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    7 Apr 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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  3. Fireworks Spectacular Family Raceday at Ascot Racecourse

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    Sporting Event

    Ascot

    Celebrate the start of the 2026/27 Jumps season in unforgettable style at Ascot’s Fireworks Spectacular Family Raceday. This action-packed day combines thrilling National Hunt racing with one of the region’s most dazzling fireworks displays,…

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    31 Oct 2026
  4. 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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    14 Nov 2026
  5. The Lost Trades

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    The Lost Trades are a Folk/Americana Trio, based in the West Country, with a cool Laurel Canyon vibe.
    With a sound that is reminiscent of the California folk scene of the late 60s/early 70s, their three part harmonies have been described as…

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    23 Apr 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  6. Haven't Stopped Dancing Yet

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    Dance / Dancing

    Maidenhead

    Haven't Stopped Dancing Yet! put on fabulous, feelgood 70s and 80s disco nights for grown-ups at venues across London and the South East - and we're delighted to welcome them back again after a funk-tastic night in January.

    HSDY nights are…

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    13 June 2026Open 20:00 - 23:50
  7. The Upbeat Beatles

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    With sheer joy and energy Upbeat Beatles will take you on a journey through the earth-shattering sounds of the FAB 4!
    This is a quote from the back of the Beatles 4th album 'When, in a generation or so, a radio-active, cigar-smoking child,…

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    From:
    1 May 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
  8. Michael Akadiri: Don't Call Me Uncle!

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    Comedy

    Maidenhead

    Following two hit UK tours, Biggest Award in Comedy nominee and resident (junior) Doctor Michael Akadiri prescribes X (insert town or city here) with a potent dose of his latest offering, Don't Call Me Uncle!
    Multi-award-winning comedian Michael is…

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    From:
    8 Oct 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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    25 July 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
  10. The Vinyl Frontier: Forgotten Classics 2

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    Hosted by Jeff Lloyd.

    Twelve hopeful crate-diggers dust off the records time forgot and drop the needle on nostalgia. From lost gems to "oh wow, I remember this!" moments, each contender bets their vinyl will spin the audience back in time. Expect…

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    28 Mar 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
  11. 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…

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    22 Apr 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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    25 Apr 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
  12. Dancing With The Stars Experience

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    Dance / Dancing

    Old Windsor

    If you love Strictly - this is your ultimate 4* experience

    Spend the weekend with your favourite stars of Strictly Come Dancing and British Dance Champions at the impressive 4* De Vere Beaumont Estate.

    Enjoy 3 days of spectacular dance showcases…

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    27 Mar 2026to29 Mar 2026Open 15:00 - 15:00
  13. Ella Al-Shamahi: Becoming Human

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    Talks

    Maidenhead

    This is the story of Homo sapiens… us
    Host of BBC landmark show Human, Ella Al-Shamahi, palaeoanthropologist, TV presenter, explorer and stand-up presents a talk on our remarkable origin story.

    Once upon a time we shared this planet with many…

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    6 June 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  14. Derick Clapton and The Dynamos, Eric Clapton Tribute Band

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    A tribute born of respect.

    From the fire of Cream to the soul of the Dominos and the enduring hits of the solo years, Derick Clapton and the Dynamos are the definitive Eric Clapton tribute. A five-piece band delivering a live show steeped in blues,…

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    From:
    18 July 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30