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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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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
Great Missenden
From 10am to 4.30pm.
Drop in to our pop-up LEGO® making room and create your own marvellous animal.
You can follow guides to make a chicken, fox or badger. Or simply use the LEGO to create your own awesome animal. Once you're done, break it all up…
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…
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.
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.
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
Wexham
Play your way through nature at Black Park!
Join us at Black Pines Camp for Forest Play! Children can play and explore through activities like the mud kitchen, games, sand pit, bug hunting, water play, balancing and more. Outdoor play is proven to…
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…
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,…
Walking
Henley-on-Thames
An unforgettable two vineyard walk with expert wine education, indulgent cheese pairings and award winning English sparkling wine, enjoyed as the sunset sets from a stunning vantage point.
Participatory Event
Little Horwood, Milton Keynes
Designed to pamper you from head to toe, come and experience the Instant Radiance Spa Day at Horwood House Hotel near Milton Keynes
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Exhibition
Aylesbury
An exhibition of light works exploring time and place, and the influence of nature, landscape and the environment by Bruce and Tink Munro come to the newly renovated Coach House Gallery at Waddesdon Manor from the 27th March 26.
Food
Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes’ biggest, regular street food event returns to the iconic Bletchley Park!
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…
Health & Wellbeing
Marlow
Relax, Recharge, Reset with an after work wind down session at Danesfield House Hotel
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…
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