Reading Room, Roseate Hotel, Reading
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.
If you're travelling from outside the area for an event in Berkshire, there are numerous hotels and other accommodation options to suit your needs.
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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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Food
Twford, Reading
Twyford Beer Festival returns on the 6th, 7th and 8th June 2024, to Stanlake Meadows, Twyford. This three-day festival is an eclectic mix of live music, and interesting drinks to sample for all.
Festival
Maidenhead
Welcome to the Maidenhead Festival 2024 - the event of the year that promises to make your summer unforgettable! Join us on the 20th and 21st of July in the heart of Kidwells Park for two days of pure, unadulterated fun and excitement.
Food
Reading
Available from 12 - 14pm at The Reading Room, Roseate Hotel in Reading, this exquisite seven-course tasting menu is a highlight of the a la carte menu, with the choice of accompanying wine flight and tea pairing. With both vegan and vegetarian…
Gardens
Windsor Great Park, Windsor
The Royal Windsor Flower Show returns with inspiring showcase gardens, fabulous nurseries, incredible speakers and our Honorary President Alan Titchmarsh. It’s a wonderful day out for all the family, so come along and join in the fun – everyone’s…
Festival
Henley On Thames
With its wonderful range of entertainment in a breathtaking setting on the banks of the River Thames and with some of the best wining and dining seen at any Festival, Henley Festival makes for a highly glamorous party not to be missed, with stars on
Walking
Lower Denford, Hungerford
With 29 events on offer across the North Wessex Downs our festival is a celebration of the stunning landscapes, glorious scenery and top-class walking country that this National Landscape has to offer.
We have opportunities for you to seek out…
Theatre
Newbury
Step into the magic of Matilda Jr. with Newbury YoungStars, the 2023 NODA award winners! Watch as the children rise up in this heartwarming tale of resilience and imagination. Root for the "revolting children" as they teach grown-ups a lesson in a…
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…
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…
Food
Maidenhead
Buy direct from local farmers, growers and dedicated small artisan producers and benefit from fresh quality food, honestly produced with a known provenance.
Food
Ascot
Ascot Farmers' Market offers a great choice of fresh produce, pies and pastries, dairy products and plants whilst on-site parking means a stress-free shopping experience.
Food
Marlow
Join us for an intimate evening with Head Chef, Massimo Principe and wines by Pierre Woodford from Enotria & Coe, in the beautiful and intimate Gallery, high up in the rafters above The Grand Hall.
Enjoy a welcome glass of bubbles followed by a…
Show / Display
Windsor
Enjoy a Summer's day out under the ramparts of Windsor Castle, on the banks of the River Thames at the Show often described as the Summer "Crufts".
Food
Marlow
Join Danesfield House for an intimate evening with Head Chef, Massimo Principe and wines by Pierre Woodford from Enotria & Coe, in the beautiful and intimate Gallery, high up in the rafters above The Grand Hall.
Sporting Events
Shiplake, Henley On Thames
Heritage & History
Marlow
Celebrate VE Day with us.
'Spies in the Sky - The Extraordinary Wartime Achievement of RAF Medmenham'
Brimming with history, Danesfield House was once home to the Intelligence Section of the RAF, known as RAF Medmenham. The unit specialized in…
Food
Windsor
Come along to Windsor's monthly Farmers' Market in Bachelors Acre and taste the best fresh, seasonal food.
Food
Marlow
Father's Day lunch with real ale. What better way to say thanks Dad, for everything!
Surprise and delight your Dad with something extra special this Father's Day celebrating at Danesfield House with a traditional Sunday lunch! Each Dad will receive…
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.
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…
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