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Bank Holiday Events & Things to Do in Windsor and Maidenhead

Everyone loves a long weekend! A bank holiday is a great opportunity to get away, do something different and give yourself a proper break, whether you choose to spend it with the family, friends or loved ones. Windsor and the Royal Borough is the most perfect place to spend a long weekend, whether you're here to visit friends and relatives, explore our many things to do, check out a special event or simply come to soak up the atmosphere, do some shopping and enjoy the top notch food and drink!

Be sure to check out all our things to do, as well as outdoor events and activities and family-friendly events. Discover some great places to eat and drink, or take the opportunity to do some shopping.

If you're looking for a place to stay, check out our accommodation pages for a range of options including guest accommodation, camping, hotels and self catering.

Summer bank holiday

In 2026, the Summer bank holiday will take place on Monday 31 August. Fingers crossed that the weather is sunny so that outdoor events that weekend like Royal Windsor Racecourse's Summer Saturday is a sizzling day for all!

Good Friday and Easter Monday

Good Friday and Easter Monday take place on 26 and 29 March 2027 respectively. The Easter weekend is a great time to get out and about, catch up with family and friends and enjoy the spring displays and the special events and activities taking place in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.

Early May bank holiday

The next Early May bank holiday will take place on Monday 3 May 2027.

If you're coming for an event, check out our accommodation pages in plenty of time and bag yourself a great place to stay.

Spring bank holiday

In 2027, the Spring bank holiday falls on Monday 31 May. The weather is warming up and there's lots to keep you entertained outdoors, but we've got you covered for great indoor activities too in case it rains!

Annual bank holidays

England has eight public holidays in total: New Year, Good Friday, Easter Monday, early May bank holiday, Spring bank holiday, Summer bank holiday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Keep checking this page as we'll update it with all the great things to see and do while you're here.

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Rock the Rec Windsor

Windsor

Rock the Rec Windsor is a music festival organised by Clewer & Dedworth Together CIC, showcasing great music in the heart of Windsor. The event promises a day of incredible live performances, great food, and an electric atmosphere for all ages. Best…

Dates

From:
30 Aug 2026Open 12:00 - 21:00
Windsor Carriages

Windsor

For over 170 years, Windsor Carriages has been a cherished symbol of Windsor’s heritage, offering Victorian-style horse-drawn transport on The Long Walk with the majestic Windsor Castle as its backdrop. Today, we honour this storied past by crafting…

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Windsor & Eton Brewery

Windsor

Fancy sampling locally brewed beer? Then look no further than Windsor and Eton Brewery.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
External Links
- Click here for your AccessAble Access Guide
Escape In 60 Escape Rooms Windsor

Windsor

Escape in 60, Windsor offers three 5-Star TripAdvisor award-winning physical escape rooms and a mobile escape room game. So choose your team and get ready for mind blowing excitement, exhilaration and laugh-out-loud moments.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
The Floating Spa | Monkey Island Estate

Maidenhead

Moored on the banks of the fish-tail shaped Monkey Island in Bray, a refuge of Georgian elegance, forest and seclusion in the middle of the River Thames, this luxury floating spa is the first of its kind.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Guided Walking Tour of Eton

Eton

Join us for a walk through Eton and discover a town rich in tradition and history. Sandwiched between two world famous landmarks, Windsor Castle and Eton College, the town of Eton actually predates both and is full of beautiful buildings and…

Dates

From:
29 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:30
WE Tourist Guides

Windsor

WE Tourist Guides is run by professional Blue Badge Guide Debbie Keenan MITG who offers relaxed, informative and fun walking tours of Windsor, Windsor Castle, Eton, Henley, Marlow and Winchester; filming location tours of Oxfordshire for the…

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Utopia Retreat at Great Fosters

Egham

At the heart of Utopia Retreat is our art-deco heated outdoor pool & hot tub (open May to September), with treatment rooms (available year round) spread across the Estate. When you're feeling run down, fatigued and stressed or just because you…

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Braywick Nature Centre

Maidenhead

Set on the edge of a stunning local nature reserve, Braywick Nature Centre offers memorable, immersive experiences for schools, families and volunteers.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
The Eton Walkway

Eton, Windsor

Situated just across the river from Windsor via a pedestrian footbridge, the town of Eton has a rich community and diverse heritage. The Eton Walkway, a 2 mile / one hour circular walk, connects 18 points of interest in the town starting at Windsor…

Venue

The Queen's Walkway, Windsor and Maidenhead

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
External Links
- Click here for your AccessAble Access Guide
Ascot Carriages

Horse-drawn carriage rides in Windsor Great Park, departing The Savill Garden Visitor Centre, The Savill Garden, 4 miles from Windsor Castle. Enjoy this beautiful area from a different perspective.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
Eton College's Museums and Galleries

Eton, Windsor

Eton College looks after thousands of historic, artistic and natural objects, and welcome visitors to our public museums and galleries.

Dates

From:

3 Feb 2026to22 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
External Links
- Click here for your AccessAble Access Guide to the Natural History Museum
- Click here for your AccessAble Access Guide to the Museum of Eton Life
1-day Family Windsor Itinerary

Windsor

Itinerary suggestions if you are in Windsor with your family for the day!

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts

Maidenhead

Maidenhead’s only purpose built entertainment venue – offering gigs, comedy, films and more! With a licensed Café Bar for lunch, dinner or just drinks with friends.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
2-day Classic Windsor Itinerary

Windsor

Coming to Windsor for a couple of days? Check out our suggested 2-day itinerary.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Circle Gallery

Ascot

Located in the charming village of Sunninghill, just minutes from both Windsor Castle and Ascot Racecourse, The Circle Gallery is an independent, family-run gallery specialising in original contemporary art and bespoke picture framing.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
Walking Tours in Windsor

Walking Tours in Windsor provides local tour experiences with passionate, local guides. We look forward to showing off our wonderful town with you!

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Eton College Natural History Museum

Windsor

Eton’s hidden gem, this family friendly museum is Berkshire’s only dedicated natural history museum. It houses over 16,000 specimens in atmospheric Edwardian surroundings and has something for all the family.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
Spa Illuminata at Danesfield House Hotel

Marlow on Thames

Step into a wonderful world of relaxation at Spa Illuminata Danesfield House, where you’ll find all the facilities you need and a full list of treatments to keep you occupied for several hours. If the gym, indoor pool, Jacuzzi, poolside steam room…

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Taplow House Hotel & Spa

Taplow

Calm the mind, soothe the senses at Taplow House Hotel & Spa. From tension-melting massages to tranquil steam sessions, our spa is a sanctuary for doing as little as possible. Pause, breathe and let our spa do the rest. Because sometimes, the best…

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026