Events in Berkshire including the changing of the guard which takes place along Windsor High Street

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Windsor Town Centre, Three times a week

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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. Discover what’s happening today, this weekend and throughout the summer below.

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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.

Events in Berkshire This Summer

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Events in Berkshire

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What's 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 browsing the listings on this page - great if you are stuck for an idea or want to find something to do.

When is the best time to visit?

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.

Berkshire events near me

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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  1. Derick Clapton and The Dynamos, Eric Clapton Tribute Band

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    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
  2. 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…

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    From:
    23 July 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
  3. Scott Bennett: Blood Sugar Baby

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    Comedy

    Maidenhead

    One family, one condition, one hell of a hairy baby…  Scott Bennett from Live at the Apollo, The Royal Variety Performance and The News Quiz tells the amazing true story of how his daughter fell ill with a rare genetic condition, congenital…

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    From:
    26 Nov 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  4. The Sounds of the 60s with The Zoots

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    Music

    Maidenhead

    The Zoots are here to make your whole family bop to the 60s beats that everybody loves.

    Experience the sixties show that's wowing audiences around the world, selling out and headlining venues from the Palladium to Old Trafford - with the…

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    From:
    5 Sept 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
  5. 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
  6. Krapp's Last Tape

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    Theatre

    Maidenhead

    Krapp's Last Tape is a journey through an old man's life, filled with hilarious memories and hopes for the future, coupled with the mourning of lost love and unfulfilled ambition.

    Bringing her unique directorial vision to this production, Academy…

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    From:
    16 Oct 2026Open 20:00 - 21:10
  7. Newbury Racecourse - Party in the Paddock

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    Music

    Newbury

    For two weekends in July and August - Newbury Racecourse - welcomes entertainment both on and off the track.
    This year Party in the Paddock welcomes Gipsy Kings, Ronan Keating, Tinie Tempah and Jessie J for two spectacular weekends of music and…

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    17 July 2026Open 12:30 -
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    18 July 2026Open 11:00 -
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    15 Aug 2026Open 11:00 -
  8. The Three Billy Goats Gruff

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    Childrens Events

    Maidenhead

    This is the simple story of three hungry goats and a grumpy old troll, told with a gentle ecological message.

    Watch out for the dance of the goats, the flying troll and loads and loads of rubbish.

    Garlic Theatre create a magical world to entrance…

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    Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Windsor and Maidenhead

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    29 July 2026Open 11:30 - 12:10
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    29 July 2026Open 14:00 - 14:40
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    30 July 2026Open 11:30 - 12:10
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    30 July 2026Open 14:00 - 14:40
  9. Windsor Festival

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    Festival

    Windsor

    Each year the world’s finest musicians, writers, artists, and local performers entertain and delight festival audiences, celebrate Windsor's special place as a Royal town, and to inspire the next generation of artistic talent and creativity.

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    From:
    12 Sept 2026to3 Oct 2026
  10. Goring Cruise from Reading with Thames Rivercruises

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    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…

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    Thames Rivercruise Ltd., Reading

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    10 June 2026
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    8 July 2026
  11. 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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    28 June 2026Open 09:00 - 13:00
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    19 July 2026Open 09:00 - 13:00
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    16 Aug 2026Open 09:00 - 13:00
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    20 Sept 2026Open 09:00 - 13:00
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    18 Oct 2026Open 09:00 - 13:00
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    8 Nov 2026Open 09:00 - 13:00
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    20 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 13:00
  12. Concerts on the Mount

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    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…

    Venue

    Wasing Estate, Berkshire

    Dates

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    26 June 2026to28 June 2026Open 17:00 -
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    3 July 2026to4 July 2026Open 17:00 -
  13. Father's Day Lunch

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    Father's Day

    Marlow

    Father’s Day lunch with real ale. What better way to say thanks Dad, for everything!

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    From:
    21 June 2026
  14. Stuart Epps: Working with...Chris Rea

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    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,…

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    1 Aug 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  15. James Church's Cabaret Night with Summer Strallen

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    Theatre

    Maidenhead

    Musical Director James Church hosts a sparkling evening of musical theatre featuring West End star and four-time Olivier Award nominee Summer Strallen.
    Summer is best known for her acclaimed performance in Top Hat, where she originated the Ginger…

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    From:
    30 May 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  16. 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.

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    20 Apr 2026to1 July 2026Various Opening Times
  17. Trunks across the Thames art trail

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    Childrens Events

    Windsor

    This summer get out and explore Windsor, Eton and Slough in a new way with the colourful family-friendly 'Trunks across the Thames' art trail.
    This free art trail will fill these Berkshire towns with a herd of 30 large artist-designed elephant…

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    13 July 2026to13 Sept 2026
  18. 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.

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    5 July 2026Various Opening Times
  19. Black Umfolosi

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    Dance / Dancing

    Maidenhead

    Black Umfolosi performances are inspired by the traditional song and dance of their native southern Africa, with a beauty and enthusiasm that is unrivalled.
    Their performances are energy driven and completely engaging, mixing a great gentleness of…

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    From:
    29 July 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
  20. M G Boulter & Samantha Whates

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    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…

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    From:
    26 June 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00