Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
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 packed with culture, heritage and outdoor experiences, bringing together everything from riverside festivals and literary gatherings to model villages, museums, railway adventures, country-house exhibitions and some great shopping experiences. 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 immersive historic experiences to seasonal celebrations, storytelling and shows and displays, running races, and outdoor tours. 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.
If you're travelling from outside the area, there are plenty of hotels and accommodation options to suit your needs. Search & Book Buckinghamshire Accommodation to plan your stay.
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 workshops, outdoor trails, festivals and living history experiences. Use the 'type filter' above and select family to find suitable options. Look out for the free events or explore some of the free things to do to help you budget go further.
Discover events for local residents, day visitors and holidaymakers 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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Childrens Events
Great Missenden
Step into the strange and supernatural world of Silver Serpent and the Wild Ice Child with author David Gilbert, for an interactive family workshop where Anglo-Saxon history meets ghosts, mystery and storytelling at Roald Dahl Museum and Story…
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
Join us for our Big Friendly Home Education Day!
Food
Milton Keynes
Experience a delicious afternoon tea, where every bite celebrates the season's bounty amidst the relaxing ambience of Horwood House, Buckinghamshire.
Childrens Events
Wendover
The Halloween Potion Hunt at Go Ape Wendover runs for a limited time between 24 October and 1 November and is available as an optional add-on to Treetop Adventure, Treetop Adventure Plus and Nets Adventure experiences.
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
Take a guided tour around the village with our expert guide Michael. He'll show you some of the places that inspired the books, including Matilda's library and Sophie's orphanage from The BFG.
Christmas
Bletchley, Milton Keynes
Celebrate the most magical time of year with a visit to Bletchley Park's Relaxed Vintage Christmas Grotto
Food
Central Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes
Enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea with friends or family at John Lewis, Milton Keynes
Childrens Events
Beaconsfield
Children can visit Bekonscot Model Village and Railway for free on 14 October, if they bring a teddy with them and purchase a special picnic box tea in the tearoom plus, we will finish the day off with storytelling in the Ed Shed to celebrate the…
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
Explore your way on our special relaxed day for visitors with SEND.
Christmas
Great Missenden
Play the Crodscolloping Christmas Bingo with the family at Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Great Missenden.
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,…
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…
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…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Aston Clinton, Aylesbury
Go Ape Sundown Adventures are back for autumn 2026 in Wendover Woods, Buckinghamshire!
Indoor
Great Missenden
Will you hide birds in the pie or worms in the spaghetti? We'll help you come up with ideas of your own, make it in clay and then we'll do the cleaning up with this 45 minute clay workshop.
Christmas
Beaconsfield
The festive season is when the Bekonscot Model Village comes alive with lights and wintery scenes and this year is no different. Guest can also enjoy carol singing, gift making workshops, elves treasure hunt and the chance to meet the big man…
Christmas
Great Missenden
Be inspired by the wondrous sweetie creations in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre before designing your own in the form of a clay Christmas tree decoration.
Walking
West Street, Marlow
Have fun (re)discovering Marlow with two quirky treasure‑hunt walks that get you spotting things you’ve never noticed before. It’s a fresh‑air adventure that’s fun, affordable, and perfect for all ages.
Festival
Haddenham Aylesbury
Come and join us on Sunday 18th October, 12pm–4pm at Haddenham Village Hall, Banks Road, Haddenham, Buckinghamshire, HP17 8EE, for a spooktacular Halloween family event packed with creepy crafts, thrilling games and ghostly fun for all ages. This…
Christmas
Great Missenden
Join at Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre for a day of festive fun with Santa!
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