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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, 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.

Events in Buckinghamshire

Home to the Chiltern Hills, grand country houses and charming market towns, Buckinghamshire combines beautiful countryside with fascinating heritage attractions and family-friendly experiences. Whether you're visiting for a festival, seasonal event or weekend escape, there's always something new to discover across the county. Scroll down to discover upcoming events across Buckinghamshire, or use the search filters to find something near you. Explore our featured events, from seasonal celebrations, storytelling experiences, exhibitions, running races, and Christmas fairs. With something happening every week, there’s always a new way to enjoy Buckinghamshire. 

With events taking place across market towns, countryside locations and historic attractions, it's easy to plan a memorable day out, short break or weekend escape in Buckinghamshire.

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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 your budget go further.

How do I get to Buckinghamshire from London?

Buckinghamshire is easily accessible from London by road and rail, making it a popular destination for day trips and short breaks. Many of the county's towns, attractions and venues can be reached in under an hour from central London. Hop on a train from London Marylebone and it takes around 30 minutes to reach High Wycombe or 50 minutes to reach Wendover. The main road links include M1 and A5 with average journey times around an hour to hour and fifteen minutes to Buckinghamshire destinations.

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. Halloween Potion Hunt at Go Ape

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    Childrens Events

    Slough

    Take on the Halloween Potion Hunt,a 'spell-tacular' addition to Go Ape Black Park's Treetop and Nets Adventures. Combining nets, high ropes crossings, zip wires and a seasonal trail, this special event adds an extra twist to the Treetop Adventure,…

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    Go Ape Black Park, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    24 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026
  2. Four Seasons at Waddesdon Manor

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    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…

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    Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    27 Mar 2026to29 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  3. Vintage Christmas Grotto at Bletchley Park

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    Christmas

    Bletchley, Milton Keynes

    Filled with vintage charm, interactive fun and plenty of Christmas cheer, this unique experience combines the magic of Father Christmas with the spirit of Bletchley Park's remarkable secret story.

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    Bletchley Park, Milton Keynes

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    5 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
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    6 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
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    13 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
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    19 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
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    20 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
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    21 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
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    22 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
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    23 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
  4. Forest Play

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    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…

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    From:
    24 Apr 2026to23 Apr 2027Open 13:00 - 14:00
  5. 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,…

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    17 Apr 2026to30 Apr 2027
  6. Marlow Christmas Lights Switch On and Shop

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    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…

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    19 Nov 2026
  7. 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.

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    From:
    8 Nov 2026
  8. 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.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
  9. Crodscolloping Christmas Bingo

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    Christmas

    Great Missenden

    Play the Crodscolloping Christmas Bingo with the family at Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Great Missenden.

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    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2026to22 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30
  10. Tricks-filled Storytelling

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    Childrens Events

    Great Missenden

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

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    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    22 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30
  11. Go Ape Black Park Sundown Adventures

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    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…

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    Go Ape Black Park, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    16 Oct 2026to8 Nov 2026
  12. 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!

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    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    29 Oct 2026Open 17:30 - 20:00
  13. Wendover Woods Marathon, Half Marathon & 10k

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    Participatory Event

    Aston Clinton

    Discover the joy of trail running with this majestic race with the forest is shrouded in Autumnal colours. The route is a 10k multi-lapped course along a challenging and hilly course, there are some significant hills to mention! Due to it's nature,…

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    Nice Work, East Sussex

    Dates

    From:
    1 Nov 2026Open 09:00 - 15:00
  14. Magic with Colonel Custard

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    Christmas

    Great Missenden

    Colonel Custard's Magic Show is coming to Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre this Christmas.

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    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

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    30 Dec 2026Open 11:30 - 14:30
  15. Fallow and Fields

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    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.

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    29 Sept 2026to19 Dec 2027Open 10:00 - 16:00
  16. Spooktacular Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries & Anglo-Saxon Secrets

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    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…

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    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

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    31 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 14:30
  17. Traditional Christmas Weekend

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    Christmas

    Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St. Giles

    Meet expert re-enactors demonstrating what Christmas was like for poorer Victorians and explore the sights, sounds and traditions of a 19th-century festive celebration.

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    Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2026to6 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
  18. Afternoon Tea

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    Food

    Central Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes

    Enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea with friends or family at John Lewis, Milton Keynes

    Dates

    From:
    14 Sept 2026to31 Oct 2026Open 09:30 - 17:00
  19. Splendiferous Tea with Santa

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    Christmas

    Great Missenden

    Make this Christmas unforgettable with a Splendiferous Santa Tea! Indulge in a festive feast of sandwiches, sweet treats, and nibbles in our cosy, twinkling room. Then, Santa himself will visit each table, spreading holiday cheer and gifting every…

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    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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    12 Dec 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
  20. 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.

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    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    22 Oct 2026to30 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30