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Buckinghamshire’s 2026 event calendar is shaping up to be a standout year of creativity, countryside celebrations and family‑friendly adventures across its market towns, heritage estates and storybook landscapes. From riverside festivals and literary gatherings to model villages, museums, railway adventures and country‑house exhibitions, Buckinghamshire’s 2026 is abundant with memorable ways to explore, celebrate and unwind.

Bekonscot Model Village, the world’s oldest original model village, reopens for the season on 14th February with fresh enhancements, half‑term magic shows and toddler activities throughout the spring, whilst the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre hosts a packed year of trails, storytelling and creative workshops inspired by Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda and more. In High Wycombe, the town centre bursts into colour during FrogFest in late May, a free family music festival packed with live stages, entertainment and street food, combine with a visit to Eden Shopping Centre as it continues to host seasonal pop‑ups, themed workshops and cultural celebrations. 

Whats on in the Buckinghamshire Countryside?

Get out and about and try something new and exhilarating with the treetop challenge in Wendover Woods, Aylesbury, a great way to burn off some energy and see the woods from a different perspective!  A major new digital‑light exhibition comes to Waddesdon Manor from 27th March, Four Seasons by Bruce and Tink Munro and runs through summer, alongside a brand‑new woodland playground, parkland tours and the autumn return of Standing with Giants. Whilst over in Chalfont St Giles, be transported back to the Tudor era at Chiltern Open Air Museum with the Tudors: Life, Falconry and Folk over Easter long weekend from 3rd - 6th April, ahead of the 1940s Weekend at Bletchley Park on 13th & 14th June 26.

Take a look below and find forthcoming events in Buckinghamshire today and this weekend, in a destination full of glorious countryside with strong rural links, a host of family-friendly visitors attractions and historic houses to experience. 

What's on in Buckinghamshire this weekend?

To find out what's on in Buckinghamshire today or this weekend, use the search box above to narrow down your required date. Families on a budget can look out for a generous helping of free events (F) taking place while there are plenty of fun activities for kids to do whether it's during the holidays or a weekend break.

What's on in Buckinghamshire?

Explore our featured list below or head to the bottom of the page to view lots more events in Buckinghamshire.

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What's on in Buckinghamshire

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  1. Cavalry and Cannons: The Napoleonic Experience

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    Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles

    March back to the early 19th century as Napoleonic Living History comes to Chiltern Open Air Museum for an immersive family-friendly historical event.
    Discover life during the Napoleonic Wars through authentic living history displays, military…

    Dates

    From:
    24 May 2026to25 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  2. 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

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    From:
    16 Feb 2026to30 June 2026
  3. 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.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Mar 2026to30 June 2026
  4. 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
  5. Military Wives Choir at Bletchley Park

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    Music

    Bletchley

    Bletchley Park is pleased to be joined by the Military Wives Choirs from Halton & High Wycombe performing at 12.00 and 13.00 for Armed Forces Day.

    The Military Wives Choirs is a community of around 2,000 women in 70 choirs across the UK and…

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    From:
    27 June 2026Open 09:30 - 17:00
  6. 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…

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    From:
    21 June 2026Open 11:30 - 14:00
  7. 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…

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    From:
    23 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  8. SEND Explore Your Way Relaxed Day

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    Childrens Events

    Great Missenden

    Explore your way on our marvellous relaxed day!

    Great for visitors with SEND and their friends and families. Museum sounds will be turned down and visitor numbers on this day will be reduced to help everyone experience the Museum in a more relaxed…

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    From:
    16 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30
  9. 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…

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    From:
    8 Aug 2026to9 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  10. Walking & History Tours

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    Tour

    Marlow on Thames

    Enjoy an informative tour of Danesfield House Hotel magnificent 65 acres, see the numerous unique plantings, the Italian garden, rare c1900 Pulham Stone monuments and the Danesfield Iron Age Hillfort – ending with a talk about the hotel's history as…

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    From:
    13 May 2026Open 13:30 - 15:00
  11. 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.
    Meet the colourful Ragged Victorians as they reveal what life was…

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    From:
    22 Aug 2026to23 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  12. Pub In The Park

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    Festival

    Marlow

    Tom Kerridge presents Pub in the Park, a laid-back celebration of the very best food, drink and music.

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    From:
    14 May 2026to17 May 2026Various Opening Times
  13. Marlow Town Regatta & Festival

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    13 June 2026to14 June 2026
  14. Roman Gladiators

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    Special Events

    Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles

    Step back into the brutal and spectacular world of Ancient Rome as Roman Gladiators return to Chiltern Open Air Museum for an action-packed family weekend event.
    Experience thrilling live gladiatorial combat displays as expert trained re-enactors…

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    From:
    3 May 2026to4 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  15. 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…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Aug 2026to2 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  16. 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…

    Dates

    From:
    27 Mar 2026to29 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  17. Titchy Toddlers: Travel and Transport

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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…

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    From:
    11 June 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
    From:
    15 June 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
  18. Titchy Toddlers: Tricks and Inventions

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    Childrens Events

    Great Missenden

    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 is based around…

    Dates

    From:
    14 May 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
  19. Viking Raid

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    Heritage & History

    Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles

    The Vikings have arrived and taken over a Saxon settlement at the Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire!

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    From:
    30 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  20. Standing with Giants

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    Heritage & History

    Aylesbury

    The thought provoking Standing with Giants exhibition is returning to Waddesdon Manor with their D-Day 1475 installation in Autumn 2026. 

    Dates

    From:
    21 Oct 2026to29 Nov 2026