Are you looking at what’s on in Windsor this year? Come and discover the best events in Windsor and start planning your next trip today!
As you’d expect being one of the oldest towns in the UK, there is A LOT going on in Windsor every month. Honestly, Chloe and I wish we had time to squeeze everything in, but we’re slowly ticking off all the top things to do in Windsor.
Whether you’re a local or a tourist visiting, Windsor offers a fantastic variety of events throughout the year. From family fun at Legoland to community musicals and pantomimes at the Theatre Royal Windsor, there really is something for everyone. And for all ages too!
Sports and outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the Royal Ascot Festival, or you can challenge yourself with the Windsor Half-marathon.
And for those seeking unique experiences, don’t miss the magical Windsor Illuminated light trail over winter or the Space Safari Drone Show.
Chloe and I will keep on updating this page as and when new events are happening, so make sure you bookmark this page to stay up to date with what’s going on in Windsor.
Also, if you’re visiting Windsor in summer, then check out our amazing guide with all the top things to do here when the sun is shining!
19 January – Ascot Farmers Market – fresh produce & artisan goods. Free entry. You can find out more information on their Facebook page here.
February
16 February – Ascot Farmers Market – fresh produce & artisan goods. Free entry
March
16 March – Ascot Farmers Market – fresh produce & artisan goods. Free entry
There are always great shows at the Theatre Royal
April
3 April to 2 November – That Marvellous Atmosphere: Spencer Exhibit (Cookham gallery; admission included). Tickets: £7. Website: stanleyspencer.org.uk
5–21 April – Legoland Easter Activities. This is such an amazing place to spend Easter with the kids in Windsor. Tickets: from £29. Website: legoland.co.uk
8–19 April – Quest Family Fest @ Norden Farm. This is an arts and crafts show that’s amazing for families. Tickets: £4.50 each or 4 for £16. Website: norden.farm
18–21 April – Easter Tea & Egg Hunt @ Danesfield House. Tickets: £10 per child. Website: danesfieldhouse.co.uk
19 April – Space Safari Drone Show. This is one of the best light shows around with over 600 drones and VR rides. Tickets: from £14.50. Website: tickets.windsor.gov.uk
20 April – Ascot Farmers Market – fresh produce & artisan goods. Free entry
May
2 May – 19 Sep (Fridays) – Eton College Heritage Tours. This is a great way to go behind the curtain and learn all about Eton College. Tickets: £15 (booking is required). Website: collections.etoncollege.com
8 May – 80 Years of VE Day @ Danesfield House. Tea, classic cars and a whole lot of fun. Tickets: £ danesfieldhouse.co.uk
15–18 May – Royal Windsor Horse Show. Tickets: from £31. Website: rwhs.co.uk
18 May – Ascot Farmers Market – fresh produce & artisan goods. Free entry
June
7 June – Royal Windsor Flower Show. One of the best flower shows in the area. Tickets: from £16. Website: rwrhs.com
17–21 June – Royal Ascot Festival. This is one of the biggest horse racing events in the UK. Tickets: from £25. Website: ascot.com
26–29 June – Windsor Championship Dog Show. Tickets: free. Website: windsordogshow.com
14 July– Rum & Reggae Racenight @ Windsor Racecourse. Tickets: from £24. Website: windsor-racecourse.co.uk
15 July – Swan-Upping. This annual tradition dates back to the 12th century and sees the Crown’s mute swans and cygnets counted along the Thames.
18–20 July – Windsor Beer Festival. A fantastic beer festival celebrating some on Windsor’s best craft beers. Lots of live music and entertainment. Tickets: £15; weekend ticket £40. Website: webrew.com
21 July– Rock at the Races @ Windsor Racecourse. Tickets: from £26. Website: windsor-racecourse.co.uk
22–26 July – Death Comes to Pemberley (stage show). Tickets: from £19.50. Website: theatreroyalwindsor.com
25–26 July – King George Weekend @ Ascot. Tickets: from £30. Website: ascot.com
26 July – Gentlemen’s Day @ Windsor Racecourse. Tickets: from £19.50. Website: windsor-racecourse.co.uk
26 July – Windsor & Eton Pride. Join everyone as we celebrate Pride in Windsor! Free entry. Website: windsorpride.co.uk
28 July– Country & Western Racenight @ Windsor Racecourse. Tickets: from £26. Website: windsor-racecourse.co.uk
August
4 August – ABBA Party Racenight @ Windsor Racecourse. Tickets: from £24. Website: windsor-racecourse.co.uk
8–10 August – The Enormous Crocodile @ Theatre Royal Windsor (children’s show). Tickets: from £19.75. Website: theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk
11 August – Vegas Racenight @ Windsor Racecourse. Tickets: from £24. Website: windsor-racecourse.co.uk
14 August – Racing League Evening @ Windsor Racecourse. Tickets: from £15. Website: windsor-racecourse.co.uk
17 August – Windsor & Eton 10km. A fun and flat race from Windsor & Eton Brewery. Tickets: £29. Website: racinglinerunning.co.uk
18 August – Mexican Fiesta Racenight @ Windsor Racecourse. Tickets: from £24. Website: windsor-racecourse.co.uk
20 August – Ascot Farmers Market – fresh produce & artisan goods. Free entry
23 August – Summer Closing Party @ Windsor Racecourse. Tickets: from £30. Website: windsor-racecourse.co.uk
24 August – Rock the Rec. A fun local festival with some really good bands and food stalls. Tickets: adults £10; children £5. Website: rocktherec.co.uk
27–30 August – Grease (community musical) @ Theatre Royal Windsor. Tickets: from £18.50. Website: theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk
September
1 September – Final Monday Night Racing @ Windsor Racecourse. Tickets: from £21. Website: windsor-racecourse.co.uk
8 September – Flat Season Finale @ Windsor Racecourse. Tickets: from £21. Website: windsor-racecourse.co.uk
13–30 September – Windsor Festival. This is a big festival at event spaces all over Windsor. Tickets: some events are free, some are ticketed. Website: windsorfestival.com
13–14 September – History Weekends: Royalists and Rebels @ Windsor Castle. Tickets: from £30. Website: rct.uk
21 September – Ascot Farmers Market – fresh produce & artisan goods. Free entry
27 September – Windsor Womens 10km. A fun 10km race around Windsor specifically aimed at women. Tickets: from £30.50. Website: windsorwomens10k.com
28 September – Windsor Half Marathon. This is one of the best running events around Windsor. Tickets: from £42. Website: runwindsor.com
Seeing the changing of the guards is a must
October
4–5, 11–12, 18 October – 1 November – Brick or Treat @ Legoland. Lots of Halloween fun at Legoland. This one is definitely not a frightnight! Website: legoland.co.uk
7–11 October – Surinderella @ Theatre Royal Windsor (Bollywood pantomime). Tickets: from £29.50. Website: visitwindsor.co.uk
19 October – Ascot Farmers Market – fresh produce & artisan goods. Free entry
November
14 November – Kite Festival @ Windsor Castle (children’s event + 21‑gun salute; free)
14 November – 3 January – Windsor Illuminated. A stunning light trail that the kid’s will absolutely adore. Tickets: from £19.80. Website: windsorilluminated.com
21 November – 11 January 2026 – Cinderella @ Theatre Royal Windsor (pantomime). Website: theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk
