Family Day Out in Beaconsfield
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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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Outdoor Event / Activities
Wendover
Looking for things to do this October Half Term in the Chilterns? Head to Go Ape Wendover for an unforgettable autumn adventure at the highest point of the Chiltern Hills.
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
Treat the family to a walk in the woods, with cake and coffee after! You'll explore the woods that inspired Roald Dahl's last book for children, Billy and the Minpins. The perfect activity for kids and adults alike.
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
Join us at Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre some splendiferous BSL interpreted walks and storytelling. From BSL interpreted storytelling of George's Marvellous Medicine, an BSL interpreted Marvellous Meander around Great Missenden village and BSL…
Childrens Events
Wexham
Play your way through nature at Black Park!
Join us at Black Pines Camp for Forest Play! Children can play and explore through activities like the mud kitchen, games, sand pit, bug hunting, water play, balancing and more. Outdoor play is proven to…
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
Join us for our Big Friendly Home Education Day!
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
Step into the strange and supernatural world of Silver Serpent and the Wild Ice Child with author David Gilbert, for an interactive family workshop where Anglo-Saxon history meets ghosts, mystery and storytelling at Roald Dahl Museum and Story…
Childrens Events
Wexham
Explore 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 child to go wild and many Forest School skills to learn about. This includes crafts, tools, campfire skills…
Food
Central Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes
Enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea with friends or family at John Lewis, Milton Keynes
Childrens Events
Beaconsfield
There is lots going on at Bekonscot this October half-term. From exploring our seven model villages, enjoying a ride on our 7 1/4 ” narrow gauge miniature railway, autumnal craft activities (available on selected dates) to a pumpkin treasure hunt,…
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
Explore your way on our special relaxed day for visitors with SEND.
Christmas
Aylesbury
A three-day Artist & Makers Fair showcasing the work of 25 talented local artists, designers and makers will take place in the historic Dairy at Waddesdon Manor. With an inspiring collection of unique, handcrafted gifts, original artworks, ceramics,…
Arts
Aylesbury
An exhibition of light works exploring time and place, and the influence of nature, landscape and the environment by Bruce and Tink Munro.
Bruce's work has long been rooted in the emotional and physical inspiration of place and memory, while Tink is…
Christmas
Great Missenden
Play the Crodscolloping Christmas Bingo with the family at Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Great Missenden.
Food
Thame
Kitchen and Farm shop in Oxfordshire on a regenerative wagyu farm holding regular events, supper clubs, dining experiences, open mic events, children's activities and cinema nights.
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!
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.
Heritage & History
Bletchley, Milton Keynes
Join author Damien Lewis for a fascinating talk about the special forces heroes who changed the course of WW2 at Bletchley Park this November.
Community
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St. Giles
Diwali Celebration
17 October 2026
This Diwali, join us at Chiltern Open Air Museum as the Festival of Lights returns for its third year with an even brighter celebration!
Discover the stories and traditions behind Diwali through a lively programme…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Slough
Back by popular demand, Go Ape’s Sundown Adventures return this October, offering a new level of forest fun in the evenings after dark. Experience the usual Go Ape thrills taken up a level as you climb through the canopy on a high ropes course lit…
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.
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