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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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…
Childrens Events
Aylesbury
A brand new bespoke Wild Wood Adventure Playground will open on 1 August 2026 at Waddesdon Manor in Aylesbury – creating a great new space for all the family to enjoy in the Buckinghamshire countryside. Designed for its woodland setting, offering a…
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…
Comedy
Stratton Road, Princes Risborough
The Brushwood Suite, based in Princes Risborough, is delighted to be back with another comedy night bringing top-tier talent to the local stage. The special Festival Week event is set to take place on Thursday, 9th July, and promises a night of big…
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…
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…
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.
Other
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
Enjoy a celebration of motoring history at Classic Vehicles at Chiltern Open Air Museum — a relaxed, family-friendly event set within a unique historic landscape.
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,…
Shopping
Milton Keynes
If you're looking to design or refresh your home décor, join our Home Design Stylists for this unmissable event at John Lewis Milton Keynes.
The team will talk through what's trending in the world of interiors, how to choose the best colours for…
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
Find out how Great Missenden's High Street inspired Roald's foxy tale and get hands on with papercraft.
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…
Food
Milton Keynes
Experience a delicious afternoon tea, where every bite celebrates the season's bounty amidst the relaxing ambience of Horwood House, Buckinghamshire.
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.…
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.
Heritage & History
Aylesbury
The thought provoking Standing with Giants exhibition is returning to Waddesdon Manor with their D-Day 1475 installation in Autumn 2026.
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.
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.
Arts
Buckingham
Make the most of the frosty views and create your own multi-layered winter-inspired lino print in a one-day artist-led workshop with expert printmaker Alexandra Buckle.
In this artist-led workshop, you will create a multi-layered lino print based…
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.
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