1st - 5th May 2024
Berkshire is a county divided by the River Thames, full of pageantry and ceremony, with strong connections to the British Royal family. 2024 see's many of Berkshire's popular festivals filling up the event calendar including the Reading Festival, Royal Ascot, Royal Windsor Horse Show and Royal Windsor Flower Show. Whether you're visiting Berkshire for the royal connections or to explore its countryside, visit its towns, enjoying its vibrant nightlife or just to enjoy one of it seasonal events you'll sure to find something to keep everyone entertained.
To find out what's on in Berkshire today or this weekend, use the search box above to narrow down your required date. Berkshire is easily accessible for day trips from London while there's plenty of fun activities for kids to do whether it's during the holidays or for a weekend break.
Marvel at the Changing of the Guards from the streets of Windsor, follow in the footsteps of the British Royal family at Windsor Castle, seek out the magnificent Red Deers and beautiful gardens in Windsor Great Park. Stroll along the Thames Path National Trail, or catch a boat and enjoy some time on the water, watching the iconic sights of this famous Royal Borough go by. Already planning a summer visit? Then the Royal Windsor Horse Show (1st - 5th May 24) will be a great addition to your list, alongside the Royal Flower Show (8th June 2024), Royal Ascot (18th - 22nd June 24) and Parallel Windsor (7th July) which returns for its second year.
Walkers can now delight in Reading as the famous St James Way, the UK stretch of the Camino de Santiago, waymarkers in and around town are now complete. Tread the path that thousands have followed in years gone by on your very own pilgrimage. Reading a town full of surprises, with links to Oscar Wilde, Jane Austen, King Henry I, football, and biscuits! Ones to watch this year is The Reading Half Marathon (14th April 24), Reading Walking Festival (11th - 19th May 2024), and the fantastic Reading Festival (21st - 25th August) which returns for another year.
Take a look at our featured events in Berkshire to get you started and then scroll to the bottom of the page for lots more events and activities to enjoy.
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The guide below shows our calendar of events in Berkshire. Whether you're local or visiting the area, find what's happening near you by clicking the Map View button.
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Festival
Reading
One of the biggest musical festivals in the world, every year over 90,000 people flock to the Richfield Avenue site to experience the iconic event.
Participatory Event
Windsor
Parallel Windsor is the UK's national celebration of disability inclusion and wellbeing. Our award-winning event is held in the grounds of the majestic Windsor Great Park and staged on the iconic Long Walk.
Childrens Events
Maidenhead
Led by Art Adventure
Join Lucy for an art adventure this summer holiday, create something spectacular in these hands on, messy workshops!
For ages 8 - 11 years
Tues 6 - Fri 9 Aug
11am - 4pm
£160 | £145 Advantage Card Holders
Advantage Card…
Sporting Event
Ascot
Royal Ascot is one of the pinnacle events of the summer social season and is certainly a must-attend event of the year and a quintessentially British day out.
Sporting Events
Newbury
The award-winning DJ, Sigala, makes his Newbury Racecourse debut on Weatherbys Super Sprint Day on Saturday 20th July. Newbury's famous Party In The Paddock returns to the Berkshire venue after the conclusion of racing with a headline set from one…
General event
Marlow
An informative 1 hour tour of the magnificent 65 acres where you will discover the numerous unique plantings as well as the Italian garden.
Sporting Events
Shiplake, Henley On Thames
Food
Windsor
Come along to Windsor's monthly Farmers' Market in Bachelors Acre and taste the best fresh, seasonal food.
Participatory Event
Windsor
The Running4Women Windsor 10K is an all-inclusive event for runners of all levels from club runners and seasoned athletes through to charity runners and beginners. The race starts and finishes on The Long Walk and features a picturesque traffic-free…
Music
Maidenhead
Bringing to the stage the iconic magical hits of two of the biggest bands in the 60s and 70s era.
This live action packed show features an incredible back catalogue of over 30 hit songs, performed by the amazing FOD Band.
The FOD Band's qualities…
Childrens Events
Maidenhead
Led by Sideways Drama
Make a Play in 4 Days!
Come along and dive into the world of theatre, writing, directing and star in a brand new play
Suitable for ages 8 - 14 years.
Tues 13 - Fri 16 Aug | 10am - 4pm
£160 | £145 Advantage Card…
Participatory Event
Hungerford
Enjoy a hands-on workshop with the expert butchers, followed by a delicious evening BBQ at the Cobbs Farm Shop in Hungerford.
The Head Butcher will talk you through a range of perfect BBQ cuts, marinades and spices, you will then have the…
Childrens Events
Maidenhead
Visit the incredible world of Stuff and Nonsense as they bring Pinocchio to our stage for Christmas 2024.
Three very funny men seek refuge in a grand but abandoned old house - one of them is Pinocchio and it turns out he's had quite a life!
Stuff…
Sporting Event
Ascot
With the exception of Royal Ascot, King George weekend is the most important, historic and glamorous racing meeting on Ascot's calendar.
Childrens Events
Maidenhead
Presented by Long Nose Puppets.
When Doris and Delilah wake up to find something strange and sparkly has fallen from the sky, they are inspired to put on the world's greatest magic show! But how do you make real magic happen? What ingredients do…
Theatre
Windsor
Find out who REALLY runs the country in 'Party Games!', a very funny political farce written by Westminster insider, Michael McManus. 'Party Games!' puts political leadership on the ledge and goes inside the chaos of government to see whether…
Childrens Events
Maidenhead
Presented by Wrongsemble.
'Welcome back Listeners - Little Red Riding Hood here! Stay tuned as I go
undercover to reveal the truth behind fairytales' most infamous villain - The Big Bad Wolf'.
Meet Little Red; adventurer, heroine and…
Festival
One Waterside Drive, Theale, Reading
Come and join us at our Theale showroom for a wine tasting with international wine producers and local foodies. There will be an interactive tasting theatre and exclusive discounts on the night.
Tour
Eton, Windsor
Our seasonal programme of guided tours focuses on the historic heart of Eton College, featuring many of the earliest buildings and objects from the College Collections.
Markets
Windsor
Enjoy a wide array of plant-based and eco-friendly artisan stalls including amazing hot food, yummy cakes, tasty pastries, delicious deli, natural skincare, eco-friendly gifts, artisan goods and much more!
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