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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 packed with culture, heritage and outdoor experiences, 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.
Home to the Chiltern Hills, grand country houses and charming market towns, Buckinghamshire combines beautiful countryside with fascinating heritage attractions and family-friendly experiences. Whether you're visiting for a festival, seasonal event or weekend escape, there's always something new to discover across the county. Scroll down to discover upcoming events across Buckinghamshire, or use the search filters to find something near you. Explore our featured events, from seasonal celebrations, storytelling experiences, exhibitions, running races, and Christmas fairs. With something happening every week, there’s always a new way to enjoy Buckinghamshire.
With events taking place across market towns, countryside locations and historic attractions, it's easy to plan a memorable day out, short break or weekend escape in Buckinghamshire.
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 your budget go further.
Buckinghamshire is easily accessible from London by road and rail, making it a popular destination for day trips and short breaks. Many of the county's towns, attractions and venues can be reached in under an hour from central London. Hop on a train from London Marylebone and it takes around 30 minutes to reach High Wycombe or 50 minutes to reach Wendover. The main road links include M1 and A5 with average journey times around an hour to hour and fifteen minutes to Buckinghamshire destinations.
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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Indoor
Amersham
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting at Amersham's Mad Squirrel!
Special Events
Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes
Join the John Lewis Milton Keynes Nursery team and local experts to learn about this new stage of your life and our All Things Baby service, covering everything you need to know for your parenting journey.
Free Event
Wexham
Join the free spooktacular Halloween trail within Black Park. Why not come dressed up and see if you can find all the hidden characters in the woods! There will be lots to see, from Frankenstein's Monster to Dastardly Dracula! Are you brave enough?
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.
Health & Wellbeing
Little Horwood, Milton Keynes
Enjoy a few hours to yourself in the middle of the week with a Midweek Treat Spa Day at Horwood House Hotel, Buckinghamshire.
A Caudalie treatment, afternoon tea and a glass of fizz. Sometimes that's all you need.
Arts
Aylesbury
An exhibition of light works exploring time and place, and the influence of nature, landscape and the environment by Bruce and Tink Munro.
Bruce's work has long been rooted in the emotional and physical inspiration of place and memory, while Tink is…
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.
Christmas
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St. Giles
Meet expert re-enactors demonstrating what Christmas was like for poorer Victorians and explore the sights, sounds and traditions of a 19th-century festive celebration.
Christmas
Great Missenden
Join at Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre for a day of festive fun with Santa!
Heritage & History
Bletchley, Milton Keynes
Join author Damien Lewis for a fascinating talk about the special forces heroes who changed the course of WW2 at Bletchley Park this November.
Food
Marlow
Celebrate Diwali - the Festival of Lights at the AA Rosette-awarded Glaze Restaurant & Conservatory inside the Crowne Plaza Marlow.
Enjoy a special 2 or 3 Course Diwali Menu prepared by our experienced team of Asian Chefs.
Arts
Buckingham
Make the most of the frosty views and create your own multi-layered winter-inspired lino print in a one-day artist-led workshop with expert printmaker Alexandra Buckle.
In this artist-led workshop, you will create a multi-layered lino print based…
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
Our late-night Halloween event is back this year and will be better than ever… Our spooky event is the perfect Halloween treat for after dark. Enjoy an evening of foulsome frights and swashboggling surprises!
Food
Milton Keynes
Experience a delicious afternoon tea, where every bite celebrates the season's bounty amidst the relaxing ambience of Horwood House, 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
Milton Keynes
Nestled in cozy and inviting accommodations, you'll find the perfect retreat after days filled with festive cheer. The property's enchanting decorations and ambiance further enhance the holiday spirit, making every moment memorable.
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
Slough
Take on the Halloween Potion Hunt,a 'spell-tacular' addition to Go Ape Black Park's Treetop and Nets Adventures. Combining nets, high ropes crossings, zip wires and a seasonal trail, this special event adds an extra twist to the Treetop Adventure,…
Christmas
Great Missenden
Play the Crodscolloping Christmas Bingo with the family at Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Great Missenden.
Childrens Events
Bletchley, Milton Keynes
Spooky happenings are going on at Boo-letchley Park this Halloween. Important things are disappearing mysteriously into thin air, with cryptic notes being left behind as the only clue
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