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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 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.

Buckinghamshire Events

Events in Buckinghamshire this summer

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.

Delicious Afternoon Tea at Horwood House Hotel in Little Horwood, Buckinghamshire

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

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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.

Are there any family-friendly events?

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.

Buckinghamshire events near me

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

What's on in Buckinghamshire

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  1. Peek Behind The Pages

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    Childrens Events

    Great Missenden

    Curious about what's hidden behind the scenes at the Museum?

    Then join us at The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre for a fascinating mini archive adventure! Guided by the Head of Collections, families with children aged 8 and up will get a rare,…

    Venue

    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    27 July 2026Open 10:30 - 14:30
    From:
    30 July 2026Open 10:30 - 14:30
    From:
    20 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 14:30
  2. Oaken Grove to Fairmile Sunset Walk and Tasting

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    Walking

    Henley-on-Thames

    An unforgettable two vineyard walk with expert wine education, indulgent cheese pairings and award winning English sparkling wine, enjoyed as the sunset sets from a stunning vantage point.

    Venue

    Oaken Grove Vineyard, Oxfordshire

    Dates

    From:
    14 Aug 2026Open 18:00 - 21:00
  3. Victorian Weekend

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    Heritage & History

    Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles

    Travel back to the 19th century at Victorian Weekend at Chiltern Open Air Museum, a lively Victorian living history event in Buckinghamshire and a perfect family day out near London.

    Venue

    Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    22 Aug 2026to23 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  4. Britain at War

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    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…

    Venue

    Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    8 Aug 2026to9 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  5. Afternoon Tea at Horwood House Hotel

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    Food

    Milton Keynes

    Experience a delicious afternoon tea, where every bite celebrates the season's bounty amidst the relaxing ambience of Horwood House, Buckinghamshire.

    Dates

    From:
    10 May 2026to31 July 2026
  6. Families Go Wild

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    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…

    Dates

    From:
    23 Apr 2026to22 Apr 2027Open 10:30 - 12:00
  7. Outdoor Theatre

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    Performing Arts

    Aylesbury

    Join us for a jam-packed summer of outdoor theatre. From the Tempest, to The Railway Children, there's something suitable for all the family.
    Please bring picnic blanket or camping chair. Refreshments will be available to purchase from Courtyard…

    Dates

    From:
    12 July 2026to26 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  8. Rogues and Highwaymen

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    Other

    Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles

    Step into the dangerous and daring world of Rogues & Highwaymen, a lively living history event at Chiltern Open Air Museum that brings the stories of Britain's most notorious outlaws to life.
    Journey back to the 17th and 18th centuries and discover…

    Venue

    Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    1 Aug 2026to2 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  9. Viking Raid

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    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…

    Venue

    Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    30 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  10. Tudor Merriment

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    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, Buckinghamshire

    Venue

    Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    15 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  11. 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…

    Dates

    From:
    24 Apr 2026to23 Apr 2027Open 13:00 - 14:00
  12. Fantastic Family Animation Day : Make A Fox Film

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    Childrens Events

    Great Missenden

    A unique chance to work with an experienced animator to create your own family stop-motion animation and immerse yourself into the whimsical world of Fantastic Mr Fox at Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire.

    Venue

    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    11 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
  13. Afternoon Tea Week at Crowne Plaza Marlow

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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. 

    Dates

    From:
    10 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026
  14. Heritage Crafts Weekend

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    Type:

    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,…

    Venue

    Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    25 July 2026to26 July 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  15. Curious About Marlow

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    Type:

    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
  16. The Jungle Book Outdoor Theatre at Black Park

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    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…

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2026Open 15:00 - 19:00
  17. The Paint Club painting party at Merletto Lounge

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    Type:

    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…

    Dates

    From:
    6 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
    From:
    3 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
  18. Boggis, Bunce And Bean's Digging Machine

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    Childrens Events

    Great Missenden

    Channel your inner farmers Boggis, Bunce and Bean to creative a nifty digging vehicle out of junk materials. You learn about the story and discover what the farmers did to try and chase after Fantastic Mr Fox before building your own digging machine…

    Venue

    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
    From:
    24 July 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
    From:
    4 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
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    5 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
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    6 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
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    7 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
  19. Bat Walks at Waddesdon Manor

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    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…

    Dates

    From:
    29 July 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
    From:
    28 Aug 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
  20. Titchy Fox Cubs

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    Type:

    Childrens Events

    Great Missenden

    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 use our senses to explore with Fantastic Mr Fox and his friends at Roald…

    Venue

    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    30 July 2026Open 10:30 - 14:30
    From:
    5 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 14:30