Celebrate the traditions of Harvest time with a visit to Chiltern Open Air Museum for their Harvest Weekend this September

Harvest Weekend

Chiltern Open Air Museum, 26 - 27 Sept

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Find what’s on in Buckinghamshire, from countryside events in the Chiltern Hills to festivals, family attractions and experiences within its historic estates and market towns. Discover ideas for days out, short breaks and seasonal events across the county.

Buckinghamshire's events calendar is packed with culture, heritage and outdoor experiences, bringing together everything from riverside festivals and literary gatherings to model villages, museums, railway adventures, country-house exhibitions and some great shopping experiences. Whether you're exploring the beautiful Buckinghamshire countryside or spending time in its towns and villages, there are plenty of memorable ways to celebrate and unwind.

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Events in Buckinghamshire

Scroll down to discover upcoming events across Buckinghamshire, or use the search filters to find something near you. Explore our featured events from immersive historic experiences to seasonal celebrations, storytelling and shows and displays, running races, and outdoor tours. With something happening every week, there’s always a new way to enjoy Buckinghamshire.

With events taking place across towns, countryside locations and heritage sites, it's easy to plan a day out or short break around what's happening.

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Plan your visit to Buckinghamshire

If you're planning a trip to South East England to enjoy one of the many events in Buckinghamshire, you'll find answers to some common questions below.

Frequently asked questions about events in Buckinghamshire

How can I plan a short break around an event?

If you're travelling from outside the area, there are plenty of hotels and accommodation options to suit your needs. Search & Book Buckinghamshire Accommodation to plan your stay.

What's on in Buckinghamshire today or this weekend?

You can find daily updated listings using the area and date filter in the search box above, or scroll down to explore the full Buckinghamshire events guide - ideal if you are looking for inspiration and ideas.

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Buckinghamshire offers a wide range of family-friendly activities, particularly during the school holidays and half term. These include storytelling, crafts and workshops, outdoor trails, festivals and living history experiences. Use the 'type filter' above and select family to find suitable options. Look out for the free events or explore some of the free things to do to help you budget go further.

Buckinghamshire events near me

Discover events for local residents, day visitors and holidaymakers below, or switch to our Map View to find out what's happening nearby.  A visit to Buckinghamshire means you're never far from an event set in beautiful countryside and historic surroundings.

Buckinghamshire is ideally located in South East England, making it easy to visit for a day trip or short break from London and the surrounding counties

What's on in Buckinghamshire

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  1. 1940s Weekend at Bletchley Park

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    Heritage & History

    Milton Keynes

    Join Bletchley Park this spring and autumn at their annual 1940s special weekend event. With fun for all the family, happening in June & September these two-day events offer the chance for visitors to step back in time and enjoy a marvellous weekend…

    Dates

    From:
    26 Sept 2026to27 Sept 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
  2. Tots Go Wild

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    Childrens Events

    Wexham

    xplore and get messy at Black Park!
    Join us in Black Pines Camp for some fun in the woods! We have a variety of activities for your tot to go wild, including the mud kitchen, the sand pit, bug hunting, games stations, water play, weaving, balancing,…

    Dates

    From:
    17 Apr 2026to30 Apr 2027
  3. Marlow Santa Fun Run

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    Participatory Event

    Marlow

    Each year the sight of hundreds of Santas running and walking 5km (3 miles) around the streets of Marlow has provided the town with a glorious spectacle which kicks off the festive season.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Dec 2026
  4. Twilight Tricks

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    Childrens Events

    Great Missenden

    Our late-night Halloween event is back this year and will be better than ever… Our spooky event is the perfect Halloween treat for after dark. Enjoy an evening of foulsome frights and swashboggling surprises!

    Venue

    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    29 Oct 2026Open 17:30 - 20:00
  5. Curious About Marlow

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    Walking

    West Street, Marlow

    Have fun (re)discovering Marlow with two quirky treasure‑hunt walks that get you spotting things you’ve never noticed before. It’s a fresh‑air adventure that’s fun, affordable, and perfect for all ages.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
  6. 100th Anniversary of Winnie The Pooh

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    Childrens Events

    Beaconsfield

    Children can visit Bekonscot Model Village and Railway for free on 14 October, if they bring a teddy with them and purchase a special picnic box tea in the tearoom plus, we will finish the day off with storytelling in the Ed Shed to celebrate the…

    Venue

    Bekonscot Model Village & Railway, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    14 Oct 2026
  7. Lino Print Winter Workshop

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    Arts

    Buckingham

    Make the most of the frosty views and create your own multi-layered winter-inspired lino print in a one-day artist-led workshop with expert printmaker Alexandra Buckle.

    In this artist-led workshop, you will create a multi-layered lino print based…

    Dates

    From:
    22 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
  8. Standing with Giants

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    Heritage & History

    Aylesbury

    The thought provoking Standing with Giants exhibition is returning to Waddesdon Manor with their D-Day 1475 installation in Autumn 2026. 

    Venue

    Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    21 Oct 2026to29 Nov 2026
  9. Walking & History Tours

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    Tour

    Marlow on Thames

    Enjoy an informative tour of Danesfield House Hotel magnificent 65 acres, see the numerous unique plantings, the Italian garden, rare c1900 Pulham Stone monuments and the Danesfield Iron Age Hillfort – ending with a talk about the hotel's history as…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Oct 2026Open 13:30 - 15:00
    From:
    4 Nov 2026Open 13:30 - 15:00
  10. Chilli Fest

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    Food

    Aylesbury

    Turn up the heat at our annual Chilli festival taking place at Waddesdon Manor this summer. With handpicked exhibitors, all passionate about chilli, the festival guarantees to bring you the best of local artisan producers as well as some of the…

    Dates

    From:
    5 Sept 2026Open 11:00 - 17:00
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    6 Sept 2026Open 11:00 - 17:00
  11. Disgusterous Clay Dinners

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    Indoor

    Great Missenden

    Will you hide birds in the pie or worms in the spaghetti? We'll help you come up with ideas of your own, make it in clay and then we'll do the cleaning up with this 45 minute clay workshop.

    Venue

    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    22 Oct 2026to30 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30
  12. Go Ape Wendover Sundown Adventures

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Aston Clinton, Aylesbury

    Go Ape Sundown Adventures are back for autumn 2026 in Wendover Woods, Buckinghamshire!

    Venue

    Go Ape Wendover, Aylesbury Vale

    Dates

    From:
    16 Oct 2026to8 Nov 2026
  13. Instant Radiance Spa Package

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    Health & Wellbeing

    Little Horwood, Milton Keynes

    Designed to pamper you from head to toe, come and experience the Instant Radiance Spa Day at Horwood House Hotel near Milton Keynes.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Aug 2026to30 Nov 2026
  14. Harvest Weekend

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    Heritage & History

    Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St. Giles

    Celebrate the traditions of rural life at Harvest Weekend, a family-friendly living history event at Chiltern Open Air Museum

    Venue

    Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    26 Sept 2026to27 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  15. Tricks-filled Storytelling

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    Type:

    Childrens Events

    Great Missenden

    Join us at the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre for some swizzfingling storytelling from The Twits and Revolting Rhymes.

    Venue

    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    22 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30
  16. Diwali Festival of Lights Celebration Menu

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    Food

    Marlow

    Celebrate Diwali - the Festival of Lights at the AA Rosette-awarded Glaze Restaurant & Conservatory inside the Crowne Plaza Marlow.
    Enjoy a special 2 or 3 Course Diwali Menu prepared by our experienced team of Asian Chefs.

    Dates

    From:
    8 Nov 2026
  17. Wine on the Terrace at Oaken Grove Vineyard

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    Vineyard / Wine

    Henley-on-Thames

    Enjoy an afternoon on the terrace overlooking the beautiful vines at Oaken Grove Vineyard, near Henley-on-Thames.

    The wine terrace is open most Saturdays and some Sundays to sip wine from the vineyard and enjoy tasty food options whilst overlooking…

    Venue

    Oaken Grove Vineyard, Oxfordshire

    Dates

    From:
    6 Sept 2026
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    13 Sept 2026
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    19 Sept 2026to20 Sept 2026
    From:
    26 Sept 2026
  18. Fashion Finds: Autumn Essentials

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    Shopping

    Milton Keynes

    Join the John Lewis Personal Stylists to discover the must-have pieces, learn more about our new season Autumn fashion collection and get expert tips on how to create the perfect seasonal capsule wardrobe.

    Dates

    From:
    26 Sept 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
  19. Crafts and Skills of the Iron Age

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    Heritage & History

    Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St. Giles

    Join Chiltern Open Air Museum for an immersive living history event exploring what life was like in the Iron Age.

    Venue

    Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    5 Sept 2026to6 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  20. Styling showcase with ghd Sculpt

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    Type:

    Shopping

    Milton Keynes

    Experience the future of styling! Our 30-min ghd Sculpt masterclass shows heat-adapt tech for custom, zero-damage* results in real-time.
    Experience superior curl definition³, up to 90% more shine¹ and 2.5x less frizz² at John Lewis store in Milton…

    Dates

    From:
    4 Sept 2026Open 17:00 - 18:00