Waddesdon Manor, 21 Oct - 29 Nov 2026
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 shaping up to be a standout year bringing together culture, heritage and outdoor experiences, with everything from riverside festivals and literary gatherings to model villages, museums, railway adventures and country-house exhibitions. 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 creative exhibitions and storytelling to shows and displays, music festivals, and immersive historic experiences. 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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Buckinghamshire offers a wide range of family-friendly activities, particularly during the school holidays and half term. These include storytelling, crafts and LEGO workshops, outdoor trials, festivals and living history experiences. Use the 'type filter' above and select family to find suitable options.
Discover events for local residents, day visitors and holiday makers 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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Food
Marlow
Immerse yourself in a week-long celebration of afternoon tea at the exquisite 2 AA Rosette Glaze at Crowne Plaza Marlow. Offering a delightful escape into the world of delectable treats and perfectly brewed tea with views over the lake.
Tour
Aylesbury
With so many old trees, open spaces, roosting places on the Manor's roof and down in the old Ice House, bats have found many places to roost, forage and feed at Waddesdon.
11 native bat species have been spotted here including 64 Noctule, 52 Brown…
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
At 10.30am, 11.15am, 12pm, 1pm, 1.45pm and 2.30pm
Join Jungle Juniors for a 30-minute animal handling session.
Join Jungle Juniors for a 30-minute animal handling session. You'll learn about some fascinating bugs and get up close to a range of…
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
At 11.30am and 2pm.
Join us for family Father's Day Walk with a difference with homemade cake and speciality tea and coffee on your return.
Treat Dad to a walk in the woods, with cake and coffee after! The perfect activity for kids and adults alike…
Heritage & History
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
The Vikings have arrived and taken over a Saxon settlement at the Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire!
Arts
Amersham
About the Event
Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.
Each artist…
Exhibition
Aylesbury
An exhibition of light works exploring time and place, and the influence of nature, landscape and the environment by Bruce and Tink Munro come to the newly renovated Coach House Gallery at Waddesdon Manor from the 27th March 26.
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,…
Festival
Marlow
The Marlow Town Regatta and Festival is firmly on the map as an annual event, combining a traditional Saturday Rowing Regatta and garden party with a Sunday of wholesome family entertainment and Dragon Boating.
Special Events
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
Enjoy a fun-filled and interactive day out at Pastimes and Pixels, where play takes centre stage at Chiltern Open Air Museum.
Explore how people have relaxed, competed and entertained themselves across the centuries with a wide variety of hands-on…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Aston Clinton
Looking for things to do this May half term in Buckinghamshire? Escape the ordinary and head to Go Ape Wendover Woods, set among the rolling woodland just outside Aylesbury, for an unforgettable outdoor adventure
Perfect for families, friends, and…
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
At 10.30am, 11.45am, 1.15pm and 2.30pm
A special session for under 5s
Why let the big kids have all the fun? Join us for a special led session for our littlest visitors aged from 6 months to 4 years. We'll be singing, crafting and playing as we…
Food
Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes’ biggest, regular street food event returns to the iconic Bletchley Park!
Music
Bletchley
Enjoy music from Dido and Aeneas, the opera by Purcell. Event includes cream tea.
Alongside the frenetic war-time activities of the Bletchley Park Codebreakers flourished another series of activities – that of the Bletchley Park Music Society.…
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
At 11am, 12pm, 2pm and 3pm
Be inspired by the farmyard in George's Marvellous Medicine and make a small-sized replica.
You'll use a mixture of natural and craft materials to create a landscape which you can fill with animals and farm buildings –…
Heritage & History
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
Step into the past and discover traditional skills at Heritage Crafts at Chiltern Open Air Museum, a hands-on, family-friendly celebration of historic craftsmanship.
Watch skilled craftspeople demonstrate age-old techniques such as blacksmithing,…
Music
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St. Giles
Chiltern Open Air Museum are pleased to be hosting Buckinghamshire Music Trust's Summer Festival this summer on the 5th July 2026.
Father's Day
Great Missenden
Join the team at Roald Dahl Museum in Great Missenden for a Father's Day walk with a difference followed by homemade cake and coffee on your return.
Walking
Aylesbury
Using advanced acoustic technology, we are able to amplify the natural sounds of trees. Join us as we listen to these hidden noises and discover what happens behind the bark.
Whilst listening to the headphones hanging from the tree's branches you…
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
From 10am to 12pm.
Enjoy exclusive access to the Museum for little ones from 6 months to 4 years old and their adults.
Toddle around the galleries, join in with special activities and take part in some Roald Dahl storytelling. Each themed session…
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