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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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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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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…
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,…
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.
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…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Aston Clinton
Looking for things to do this May half term in Buckinghamshire? Escape the ordinary and head to Go Ape Wendover Woods, set among the rolling woodland just outside Aylesbury, for an unforgettable outdoor adventure
Perfect for families, friends, and…
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.
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.
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,…
Heritage & History
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
The Vikings have arrived and taken over a Saxon settlement at the Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire!
Heritage & History
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
A unique opportunity to learn about the less savoury aspects of Victorian life in a fun, family-friendly environment with the 'Ragged Victorians'! at Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire
Special Events
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
Step into one of the most turbulent periods in British history at English Civil War, a dramatic and immersive living history event at Chiltern Open Air Museum.
Travel back to the 17th century as Parliamentarian and Royalist forces clash in vivid…
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…
Father's Day
Great Missenden
Join the team at Roald Dahl Museum in Great Missenden for a Father's Day walk with a difference followed by homemade cake and coffee on your return.
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…
Health & Wellbeing
Marlow
Relax, Recharge, Reset with an after work wind down session at Danesfield House Hotel
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.
Explore an impressive display of classic and vintage vehicles, from much-loved…
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.
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…
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.…
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…
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