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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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  1. Animal Antics with Jungle Juniors

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    Great Missenden

    At 10.30am, 11.15am, 12pm, 1pm, 1.45pm and 2.30pm

    Join Jungle Juniors for a 30-minute animal handling session.
    Join Jungle Juniors for a 30-minute animal handling session. You'll learn about some fascinating bugs and get up close to a range of…

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    28 May 2026Open 10:30 - 14:30
  2. Tots Go Wild

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    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,…

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    From:
    17 Apr 2026to30 Apr 2027
  3. Wind Down After Work

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    Health & Wellbeing

    Marlow

    Relax, Recharge, Reset with an after work wind down session at Danesfield House Hotel

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    16 Feb 2026to30 June 2026Various Opening Times
  4. 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…

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    From:
    14 May 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
  5. 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…

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    From:
    30 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  6. The Tree Listening Project

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    Walking

    Aylesbury

    Using advanced acoustic technology, we are able to amplify the natural sounds of trees. Join us as we listen to these hidden noises and discover what happens behind the bark.

    Whilst listening to the headphones hanging from the tree's branches you…

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    From:
    1 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  7. English Civil War Weekend

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    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…

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    From:
    13 June 2026to14 June 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  8. 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
  9. 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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    27 June 2026Open 09:30 - 17:00
  10. 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…

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    25 May 2026Open 11:00 - 14:50
  11. 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…

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    From:
    1 Aug 2026to2 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  12. Eat Street MK @ Bletchley Park

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    Food

    Milton Keynes

    Milton Keynes’ biggest, regular street food event returns to the iconic Bletchley Park!

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    26 June 2026Open 17:30 - 21:00
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. Birds of Prey Weekend

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    Childrens Events

    Beaconsfield

    Head to Bekonscot Model Village and Railway over the late May bank holiday weekend as they welcome back the awe inspring Birds of Prey from JRCS Falconry. 

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    Bekonscot Model Village & Railway, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    23 May 2026to24 May 2026Various Opening Times
  16. 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.
    Enjoy a day filled with Tudor music, dance and traditional entertainment as costumed performers bring…

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    From:
    15 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  17. The Age of AI

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    Exhibition

    Bletchley, Milton Keynes

    Explore the history of AI and pioneers in this technology, including Codebreakers, smart speakers & chatbots, social media & search engines at the new Bletchley Park exhibition - The Age of AI

    Dates

    From:
    10 Feb 2025to1 July 2026
  18. May Half Term at Go Ape Wendover

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    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…

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    23 May 2026Open 10:00 - 15:30
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  19. 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
  20. 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