Bekonscot Model Village, 23 - 24 May 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.
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?
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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 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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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…
Heritage & History
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
The Vikings have arrived and taken over a Saxon settlement at the Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire!
Health & Wellbeing
Marlow
Relax, Recharge, Reset with an after work wind down session at Danesfield House Hotel
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…
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…
Special Events
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
Step into the lively world of Tudor England at Tudor Merriment, a colourful and family-friendly living history event at Chiltern Open Air Museum.
Enjoy a day filled with Tudor music, dance and traditional entertainment as costumed performers bring…
Heritage & History
Bletchley
Get ready for a weekend of vintage fun, music, dancing, food and surprises for all the family!
There's something for everyone:
* Learn to swing dance and show off your moves to live bands.
* Sing along to timeless tunes that kept spirits high.
*…
Theatre
Wexham
Immersion Theatre are thrilled to bring their trademark energy to their wildly entertaining musical adaptation of the Rudyard Kipling family favourite, THE JUNGLE BOOK!
Filled with original music, audience interaction, and a host of…
Heritage & History
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
A unique opportunity to learn about the less savoury aspects of Victorian life in a fun, family-friendly environment with the 'Ragged Victorians'! at Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire
Special Events
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
Step into the early medieval world as Viking raiders clash with local defenders in dramatic combat displays. Watch skilled re-enactors demonstrate authentic weapons, armour and battle tactics, and discover how these feared seafarers lived, fought…
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…
Heritage & History
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
Travel through centuries of conflict in Britain at War at Chiltern Open Air Museum, showcasing warfare and everyday life from the medieval period to the Second World War.
Explore how conflict shaped Britain across multiple eras, from medieval…
Food
Aylesbury
Turn up the heat at our annual Chilli festival taking place in the beautiful surroundings of Waddesdon Manor in Aylesbury. Throughout the two days explore food and drink stalls and the shopping village and enjoy live music and family entertainment.
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.
Sporting Events
Aston Clinton
Discover the joy of trail running with this majestic race within the Wendover Wood forest. The route is a 10k multi-lapped course along a challenging and hilly trail. There are some significant hills but every step is perfection. Due to it's nature,…
Christmas
Marlow
Each winter, Marlow's fabulous Christmas lights attract thousands of people to the town centre, to stroll along the High Street from the obelisk at the top to the iconic Marlow Bridge at the bottom, admiring the fairy-tale display. Multiple rows of…
Father's Day
Marlow
Father’s Day lunch with real ale. What better way to say thanks Dad, for everything!
Arts
High Wycombe
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…
Heritage & History
Aylesbury
The thought provoking Standing with Giants exhibition is returning to Waddesdon Manor with their D-Day 1475 installation in Autumn 2026.
Festival
Bletchley, Milton Keynes
Discover the fascinating story of how Polish mathematicians and intelligence pioneers achieved early breakthroughs against Enigma, helping to lay the foundations for the codebreaking work at Bletchley Park.
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