Family Day Out in Beaconsfield
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.
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.
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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.
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Arts
Amersham
About the Event
Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.
Each artist…
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…
Other
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
Hear the ring of steel and feel the impact of battle at Clash of Steel, a high-energy living history event at Chiltern Open Air Museum.
Witness armoured warriors face off in dramatic combat displays, showcasing historical fighting techniques,…
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,…
Special Events
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
Step back into the brutal and spectacular world of Ancient Rome as Roman Gladiators return to Chiltern Open Air Museum for an action-packed family weekend event.
Experience thrilling live gladiatorial combat displays as expert trained re-enactors…
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…
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.
Childrens Events
Bletchley, Milton Keynes
Hop to Bletchley Park for egg-stra special fun for all ages this Easter - try our egg-ceptional activities for families or join an egg-citing family tour.
Pick up a free trail to find all the Bletchley Park Easter Bunnies hidden around the…
Tour
Marlow on Thames
Enjoy an informative tour of Danesfield House Hotel magnificent 65 acres, see the numerous unique plantings, the Italian garden, rare c1900 Pulham Stone monuments and the Danesfield Iron Age Hillfort – ending with a talk about the hotel's history as…
Mother's Day
Great Missenden
Join us for family Mother’s Day Walk with a difference with homemade cake and speciality tea and coffee on your return.
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
Heritage & History
Aylesbury
The thought provoking Standing with Giants exhibition is returning to Waddesdon Manor with their D-Day 1475 installation in Autumn 2026.
Heritage & History
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
Tudor re-enactment group, The Companye of Merrie Folke and individual re-enactors with a passion for Tudor life will be on-hand alongside Falconry displays offering visitors the chance to discover the life in the Tudor era.
Easter
Marlow
Celebrate Easter Sunday with a delightful 3-course Sunday lunch at Crowne Plaza Marlow, in the vibrant Glaze Restaurant.
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
Food
Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes’ biggest, regular street food event returns to the iconic Bletchley Park!
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.
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…
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