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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?
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 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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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.
Childrens Events
Bletchley
Families visiting Bletchley Park during May half-term can take part in hands-on activities or join an interactive tour and share in the incredible story of the World War Two Codebreakers together.
There's a full day of fun for everyone, with…
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…
Childrens Events
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…
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
At 11.45am and 2.15pm
Join our expert guide, Michael, on a whistle stop tour around the Roald Dahl sights of Great Missenden, with storytelling along the way
Inspired by the growing and shrinking animals in the story of George's Marvellous…
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…
Free Event
High Wycombe
FrogFest Xtra is back across High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire and it’s bigger and better!
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…
Food
Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes’ biggest, regular street food event returns to the iconic Bletchley Park!
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…
Heritage & History
Milton Keynes
Join Bletchley Park this spring and autumn at their annual 1940s special weekend event. With fun for all the family, happening in June & September these two-day events offer the chance for visitors to step back in time and enjoy a marvellous weekend…
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…
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
Join in with BSL interpreted storytelling from George's Marvellous Medicine
Head to our Wondrous Woods room to experience our expert storytellers read from George's Marvellous Medicine. Their energetic rendition will cause a stir as you discover the…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
Special Events
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
Enjoy a fun-filled and interactive day out at Pastimes and Pixels, where play takes centre stage at Chiltern Open Air Museum.
Explore how people have relaxed, competed and entertained themselves across the centuries with a wide variety of hands-on…
Heritage & History
Aylesbury
The thought provoking Standing with Giants exhibition is returning to Waddesdon Manor with their D-Day 1475 installation in Autumn 2026.
Health & Wellbeing
Marlow
Relax, Recharge, Reset with an after work wind down session at Danesfield House Hotel
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