What's On in Berkshire

Berkshire is a county full of pageantry and ceremonial events, and this year it is also celebrating its close ties to Jane Austen with a host of new tours, events, and exhibitions. Home to a host of internationally renowned events, including Royal Ascot, Royal Windsor Horse Show, Royal Windsor Flower Show and Reading Festival, you'll find Berkshire's event calendar is full to bursting. 

2025 is the 250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen, this world-famous author went to school in Reading, and her old school will be open for a series of tours for the first time. Believed to be the inspiration behind the school in her fourth novel Emma, this is the perfect time to discover more about the 18 months she spent here. Whether you're visiting Berkshire for the royal connections, spending time on or alongside the River Thames, exploring its history and culture, you'll surely find a festival or event to include as part of your visit. 

What's on in Berkshire this weekend?

Berkshire is easily accessible for day trips from London and there's plenty of fun activities for kids to do whether it's during the holidays or for a weekend break. You'll also find a host of free events (F) to help you stretch your budget a little further. To find out what's on in Berkshire today or this weekend, use the search box above to narrow down your required date.

Don't miss the Changing of the Guards on the streets of Windsor, or the chance to follow one of the free activity trails at Windsor Castle. Look out for the magnificent Red Deers and hand-crafted adventure playground 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. Plan ahead so you don't miss out and book for some Royal Windsor's and Maidenhead must see events including Royal Windsor Horse Show (15th - 18th May 25), Royal Windsor Flower Show (7th June 25), Royal Ascot (17th - 21st June 25) or Windsor Championship Dog Show (26th - 29th June 25).

Reading a town full of surprises, with links to Oscar Wilde, Jane Austen, King Henry I, football, and biscuits! Tours of Jane Austen's school open from April 25, discover more about the Jane Austen 250 events in Reading here. Discover some of Reading's top events to enjoy this summer including Death Comes to Pemberley Mill, The Mill at Sonning (1st May - 28th June 25), Reading Walking Festival (10th - 18th May 25), Reading Water Fest (28th June) (F), Reading Festival (21st - 24th August 25) combine your next event in Reading with a stroll along the famous St James Way, the UK's stretch of the Camino de Santiago.

What's on in Berkshire?

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.

• 2nd - 27th April 25, Lunch Cruise, Windsor & Maidenhead Boat Company, Bray, Berkshire
• 5th April 25, Grand National Lunch, Newbury Racecourse, Newbury, Berkshire
• 5th - 21st April 25, Family Fun Easter Trail, Maidenhead Town Centre, Maidenhead, Berkshire (F)
• 5th - 21st April 25, Free Reading Easter Trail, Reading Town Centre, Reading, Berkshire (F)
• 5th - 23rd April 25, Easter Holiday Activities - Turner 250, Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire
• 8th - 11th April 25, Art Daze, Norden Farm Centre for Arts, Maidenhead, Berkshire
• 11th - 12th April 25, Dubai Duty Free Spring Trials, Newbury Racecourse, Newbury, Berkshire
• 20th April 25, Ascot Farmer Market, Ascot Racecourse Car Park 3, Ascot, Berkshire (F)
• 20th April 25, Easter Sunday Lunch, Crowne Plaza Reading East, Reading, Berkshire
• 3rd May 25, Norden Farm Outdoor Market, Norden Farm Centre for Arts, Maidenhead, Berkshire (F)
• 10th - 18th May 25, Reading Walking Festival, Reading, Berkshire
• 15th - 18th May, Royal Windsor Horse Show, Windsor, Berkshire
• 17th May, Lockinge Stakes with Ladies Day, Newbury Racecourse, Newbury, Berkshire
• 24th May - 1st June 25, Eton Arts Week, Eton, Berkshire (F)
• 22nd June, East Reading Festival, Palmer Park, Reading, Berkshire (F)

Staying overnight?

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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Berkshire events near me

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.