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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.

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What's on in Buckinghamshire this May, June and July? 

Explore our featured events in Buckinghamshire this summer, from creative exhibitions and storytelling to food and music festivals, countryside adventures and immersive historic experiences.

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

Planning your visit to events in Buckinghamshire?

If you're planning to come to South East England to enjoy one of the many events in Buckinghamshire, find answers below to some frequently asked questions?

Planning a short break around an event in Buckinghamshire?

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Whats on in Buckinghamshire today or this weekend?

You'll 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 in Buckinghamshire?

Yes. Buckinghamshire offers a wide range of family-friendly events, particularly during the school holidays and half term, including value-added events like storytelling and crafting and lego workshops, plus outdoor trials, festivals and living history experiences. Use the 'type filter' in the search box above and choose family to find suitable events.

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. Live Music at Bletchley Park - Opera: Dido and Aeneas

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    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.…

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    From:
    11 July 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
  2. Four Seasons Exhibition, Waddesdon Manor

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    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.

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    From:
    27 Mar 2026to30 June 2026
  3. Marvellous LEGO® Menagerie

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    Childrens Events

    Great Missenden

    From 10am to 4.30pm.

    Drop in to our pop-up LEGO® making room and create your own marvellous animal.

    You can follow guides to make a chicken, fox or badger. Or simply use the LEGO to create your own awesome animal. Once you're done, break it all up…

    Dates

    From:
    23 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30
  4. Painting Party in Amersham at the Mad Squirrel

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    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…

    Dates

    From:
    26 May 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    23 June 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    28 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    25 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
  5. Buy tickets Open mobile menu Menu Ages 6+ Roald Dahl Ramble: Danny the Champion of the World Father's Day Walk

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    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…

    Venue

    Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    21 June 2026Open 11:30 - 14:00
  6. 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…

    Dates

    From:
    30 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  7. Marlow Santa Fun Run

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    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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    From:
    1 Dec 2026
  8. Marvellous Minis

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    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…

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    From:
    28 May 2026Open 10:30 - 15:00
  9. 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…

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    From:
    23 Apr 2026to22 Apr 2027Open 10:30 - 12:00
  10. 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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    From:
    19 Nov 2026
  11. BSL Signed Marvellous Meander

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    Childrens Events

    Great Missenden

    Join a BSL interpreted guided village walk
    Head out on a guided walk around the very village that inspired so many of Roald Dahl's stories. Inspired by the magical mixture and all the animals in George's Marvellous Medicine you'll discover some of…

    Dates

    From:
    25 May 2026Open 11:00 - 14:50
  12. A Visit to the Circus Puppet Exhibition

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    Show / Display

    Beaconsfield

    This summer, the National Film and Television School (NFTS) puppet exhibition returns to Bekonscot Model Village and Railway in Buckinghamshire. with “A visit to the circus!” - brought to life through a brand new collection of puppets.

    Venue

    Bekonscot Model Village & Railway, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    2 May 2026to31 July 2026
  13. Instant Radiance Spa Package

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    Participatory Event

    Little Horwood, Milton Keynes

    Designed to pamper you from head to toe, come and experience the Instant Radiance Spa Day at Horwood House Hotel near Milton Keynes

    Dates

    From:
    16 Feb 2026to30 June 2026
  14. Father's Day: Hemley Hillbillies Live at COAM

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    Father's Day

    Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St. Giles

    Listen to the Hemley Hillbillies playing Live at Chiltern Open Air Museum this Father's Day and come and see the cars of then and now.

    Venue

    Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    21 June 2026Open 11:00 - 17:00
  15. Art in Nature

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    Arts

    Waddesdon

    Land and nature-based artists from across the world will once again be encouraging everyone, young and old, to release their inner artist and get creative with foraged natural materials from around the grounds. Get hands-on with large scale…

    Dates

    From:
    23 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  16. Bucks Music Trust Summer Festival

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    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.

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    From:
    5 July 2026Open 12:30 - 18:30
  17. Heritage Crafts Weekend

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    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,…

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    From:
    25 July 2026to26 July 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  18. Walk Works Henley Vineyards Trail 2026

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    Walking

    Henley-on-Thames

    Ready for the ultimate vineyard trail? Oaken Grove is thrilled to be part of the Walk Works Henley Vineyards Trail 2026 for a series of unforgettable journeys through the Chilterns. Explore local English vineyards, master the "vine to glass" story…

    Dates

    From:
    21 Mar 2026to14 Aug 2026
  19. Wendover Woods HM & 10k

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    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,…

    Dates

    From:
    7 June 2026
  20. Painting party in Amersham at Metro Lounge

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    Type:

    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…

    Dates

    From:
    10 June 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
    From:
    7 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
    From:
    12 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00