Buckingham Town Council

Pride Week
2026-06-01 08:00 - 2026-06-07 17:00 (Europe/London)
Buckingham Town Council is proud to be coordinating Buckingham’s very first official Pride Week and is inviting local organisations, businesses, and community groups to get involved. The initiative was proposed by The King’s Head and aims to bring the community together in celebration of inclusion, visibility, and pride across the town.

If you are interested in hosting an event during Pride Week, please get in touch so we can help promote it and include it in the official programme.

To mark the beginning of Pride Month, the Town Council will once again raise the Pride flag on 1 June. We encourage businesses, organisations, and residents throughout Buckingham to join in and show their support for an inclusive and welcoming community.

Announced Pride Week Events

Wednesday 3rd June –

Free Yoga Class – 6:00pm at Chandos Park, hosted by Mental Wellness Retreats

Thursday 4th June –

Queer Psychic Night at The Amethyst Studio – FREE

The Whale – Pride Talk & Q&A followed by Disco Bingo

Friday 5th June –

Sandy Flaps Drag Show at The Grand Junction Doors open: 7:00pm | Show starts: 7:30pm

Screening of Pillion at The Film Place – 7:30pm BUY TICKETS HERE – Tickets — Welcome to The Film Place

Karaoke Night at The Whale

Saturday 6th June –

Pride-Themed Parkrun – 9:00am Dress in rainbow colours and take part in a 5k Pride Walk. Flags encouraged!

Sew a Rainbow Tote Bag at Nimble Thimble – 10:00am–4:00pm

Events at The Amethyst Studio, all sessions are FREE:

11:00am – Meditation

1:00pm – Healing Circle

4:00pm – Talk on Queer Spirituality

The King’s Head – Headline Event to Be Announced

Throughout the Week –

Pride-themed book display at Buckingham Library

Lost Victorian Voices exhibition by Buckinghamshire Archives on display at the library

Howes The Florist invites visitors to contribute to its rainbow display by adding foliage and a message of support

Many more events to be announced… Check back soon! Pride Picnic… Event at White Hart.

Bite Club
2026-05-30 16:00 - 21:00
Join us at Embleton Way Centre for an unforgettable evening of delicious street food, refreshing drinks, and live music. Mark your calendars for the ultimate foodie and music lover’s night out—happening on 25th April, 30th May, 27th June, 25th July, and 29th August from 4–9pm!

Bring your friends, enjoy the vibes, and let’s eat, drink, listen, and repeat!

Buckingham Live
2026-05-24 08:00 - 17:00
Buckingham Live is a free family-friendly community music festival held annually in the grounds of Buckingham Football Club.

Visit the official website here!

Green and Crafts
2026-04-12 08:00 - 17:00
Join us for a fun, hands-on creative day out!

Come along to our Green and Crafts event on Sunday 12th April 2026, 10am–3pm at the historic Cattle Pens in Buckingham town centre.Enjoy a whole range of free, nature-inspired, eco-friendly craft activities — perfect for families, friends, beginners, and seasoned makers alike! Create clay seed balls, try crochet or French bobbin knitting, craft twig dreamcatchers, paint jam-jar lanterns, make egg-box portraits, and more.Bring your imagination and enjoy a day full of creativity and community

Dino and Crafts
2026-03-31 10:00 - 14:00
Get Ready for ROARSOME Easter Holiday Dinosaur Fun!

Step back in time this Easter for a prehistoric adventure right in the heart of Buckingham!On Tuesday 31st March, the area outside the Old Gaol and inside the Exercise Yard will be transformed into a dino‑themed discovery zone — and YOU’RE invited!

Meet a baby dinosaur. Create your very own fossil to take home. Craft a fierce dinosaur mask. Draw or colour your own dino masterpiece.

Join us any time between 10am and 2pm for a fun-filled day packed with creativity, surprises, and Jurassic magic. Perfect for families, young explorers, and dinosaur fans of all ages!

Come along and let your imagination roar!

Easter Bazaar
2026-03-29 14:00 - 16:00
On Sunday 29th March, Buckingham Town Council is hosting an egg-cellent Easter Bazaar from 2pm to 4pm at the Lace Hill Sports & Community Centre.

The community event will feature an array of local creatives selling handmade seasonal gifts and products, as well as charity stalls and refreshments. Families with young children will find plenty of free activities to enjoy. With something for everyone, this event is the perfect way to enjoy some early Easter fun during half term. More details on activities to be released closer to the time.

Entry is free for children, while adults are asked to contribute a small £1 fee to help support the event’s costs.

For stall holder enquiries, please contact: lacehillcentre@buckingham-tc.gov.uk

Buckingham's Annual Town Meeting
2026-03-26 18:00 - 20:00
The Buckingham Town Council invites all residents and business owners to join us for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting. This is an informal interactive evening which is not structured round a formal agenda.

What to Expect:

The hall will be arranged into several Discussion Tables, each hosted by representatives from the organisations that help our town run every day. This is an informal space where you can drop in, grab a coffee or tea and a biscuit, and speak directly with the people shaping our local services.

Confirmed Discussion Tables

We are pleased to announce that the following partners will be hosting tables to discuss their work and hear your views:

Health: Meet The Swan Practice and the Integrated Neighbourhood Team (INT) to see the latest plans and get updates on Buckingham’s new Health Centre.

Ask Your Town Council: Speak with representatives from Buckingham Town Council.

Police: Meet with Thames Valley Police to discuss local policing and safety in our community.

Environment: Come and meet the experts from the Environment Agency who will be on hand to discuss their work.

Local Economy & Skills: Meet the Head of Business Support from Buckinghamshire Business First (BBF).

Community: Connect with the North Bucks Community Board and find out how they support local projects and fund initiatives across the region.

Callum Anderson MP: Hear directly from our MP and ask questions about local matters

Community Stalls

In addition to the discussion tables, you can browse stalls from local charities and community groups. It is a fantastic opportunity to see the incredible work happening right now in Buckingham. Confirmed stalls include:

The Buckingham Clothing Bank

The Family Hub

The Old Gaol Museum

The Buckingham Canal Society

Citizens Advice

A representative from Buckingham Town Council will be on hand to talk about the new cemetery and allotments.

Councillors who chair our various committees will be available to discuss the work of their committees, and what they have acheived over the last year.

Whether you want to discuss community safety or the future of our local healthcare, there will be someone there to listen to your ideas and answer your questions.

Event Details:

When: Thursday, 26th March 2026

Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Where: Buckingham Community Centre, Cornwall’s Meadow

Cost: Free to attend (No booking required)

Have a question you want addressed? Keep an eye out for our Annual Online Forum, launching soon, where you can submit questions in advance!

Buckingham Food Fair
2026-02-28 10:00 - 15:00 | Buckingham Community Centre, Cornwalls Mdw,, Buckingham, MK18 1RP, United Kingdom
The annual Food Fair will be held in Buckingham Community Centre on Saturday 28th February 2026 from 10am – 3pm, showcasing lots of great stalls from local producers. If you would like a stall at this event, please email office@buckingham-tc.gov.uk.

This is the exciting line-up of confirmed traders: Brockleby’s Pies, Chafor Wine, Crafted by P, Farmhouse Foods, Foxdenton, From Garden 2 Jar, Garden Organic/Waste Busters, Monty Booch, Gusti Dall Italia, Indian Orchard, Jaccs Coffee, Little Leafy Bees, Manor Farm, MKS Food, Northampton Cheese Company (Friars Farm), NYC Cookies, Pure Patisserie, Replete Flatbreads, Sizzlers, Snacks of India, Stanley’s Treats and the WI.

We will also ask everyone who visits this event to vote for their favourite dish from a Buckingham Restaurant or Cafe – so don’t forget to refresh your memories and visit Buckingham’s retailers in the run-up to the event.

Buckingham's Pancake Race
2026-02-19 11:00 - 12:30
Get your frying pans ready! Our annual pancake race is back, and we invite you to join us for this fun-filled tradition. It’s free to enter – just bring your frying pan, apron and head scarf to take part!

The Pancake Race is a long-established event open to everyone. The day features a variety of traditional races, with small prizes for all children participating and trophies for the race winners.

Event Schedule

When: Thursday, 19th February 2026

Time: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Where: The Green outside St. Peter’s & St. Paul’s Church

The event will be officially opened by the Mayor

Race Categories

5 & Under

Ages 6–11

Ages 12–17

Adult

Relay

Walking

Not racing? There will be a pop-up Craft Tent where you can get creative!

We can’t wait to see you there!

Community Fair
2025-12-13 11:30 - 14:00
The Community Fair is back again this year providing a valuable opportunity for local groups, societies and charities to raise funds. The event will take place on Saturday 13th December 2025 from 11:30am – 2pm in Buckingham Community Centre after the Christmas Parade. There will be free parking in Cornwalls Meadow car park whilst this event takes place, courtesy of Buckinghamshire Council.

From Christmas decorations to crafting, and calendars to chocolates there’s guaranteed to be lots of festive goodies you won’t find on the high street on offer, and every purchase supports a local good cause.

Christmas Parade
2025-12-13 10:45 - 12:00
This event is organised by the Buckingham Christmas Parade Committee and sponsored by Buckingham Town Council.

The parade starts at 10.45am with pre-parade entertainment starting from 10.30am.

The Parade forms up on Chandos Road and makes its way through the town centre and back to Chandos Road. Floats, walking groups and marching bands will make their way through Buckingham Town Centre and then back to Chandos Road.

A road closure, organised by the Town Council, will be in place whilst the parade is taking place. There will also be a bus diversion, so if you are a bus user, please check the diversion route beforehand .

There will be free parking in Cornwalls Meadow car park whilst this event takes place, courtesy of Buckinghamshire Council.

The Christmas Parade will be followed by the Community Fair, at Buckingham Community Centre. Pop in to bag a Christmas bargain once the Parade has finished and support local charities.

Small Business Saturday
2025-12-06 10:00 - 16:00
From 10:00–11:00am, local solo vocalist Amelia Barnard will perform outside the Council Chamber, opposite Waitrose in the Cornwalls Meadow shopping centre. She will be followed by The Rock Project, a lively children’s rock group from Milton Keynes, performing from 12:00–1:30pm. Rounding off the celebrations will be Buckingham Ukulele Group, a well-loved community favourite, performing from 2:30–4:00pm.

Two community incentives will also launch on this day and run until 22nd December, encouraging residents to shop locally this festive season.

The first is a Festive Swan Window Hunt, aimed at children and families. Festive swans will be hidden in shop windows across the town. Trail sheets will be available from the Tourist Information Centre on the day and will also be handed out during the performances. Everyone who completes the trail will receive a small prize. All completed entries will also be entered into a prize draw to win fantastic prizes kindly donated by local businesses, including:

A three-month book subscription from Buckingham Bookshop, where a personally selected book is chosen each month based on your literary tastes

Three family swim vouchers and three soft play vouchers for The Swan Pool and Leisure Centre

The second incentive is a loyalty card, designed to reward local spending. Each £5 spent at participating stores earns one stamp. Once your five stamps are collected, return your completed card to any participating business or the Tourist Information Centre to be entered into a £100, £50 and £25 Local Shopping Voucher prize draw. Participating businesses will be listed on the Buckingham Town Council website closer to the event.

Every small business represents someone’s dream and years of dedication. This Christmas, we encourage everyone to shop local — explore Buckingham’s independent shops first for thoughtful, unique, and personal gifts.

Small Business Saturday Window Hunt Sheet – Buckingham Town Council

Businesses Participating in Small Business Saturday Stamp Card – Buckingham Town Council

Christmas Lights Switch On
2025-11-27 16:00 - 19:00
The Christmas Lights Switch On will be taking place on Thursday 27th November from 4pm to 7pm outside The Old Gaol. Expect carols, festive activities, local food vendors, an abundance of local stalls and live entertainment. The lights will be switched on by the Mayor of Buckingham. There is a link below to a digital copy of the event programme.

Christmas Lights Switch On Programme

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4PM – A warm welcome from the Mayor of Buckingham.

Guests are invited to browse the festive market and charity stalls, enjoy the street entertainment including the Buckingham Table Santa Van and a free children’s craft activity at the Chantry Chapel. There will be a quiet zone gazebo outside Specsavers. A number of shops remain open until 7pm this evening including shops based in Cornwall’s Meadow and Buckingham Hidden Quarter. Pop by to meet our friendly shopkeepers, purchase presents, and warm up!

5PM – Stagecoach Buckingham will perform the songs ‘A Christmas Story’, ‘I’m Not That Girl’ and ‘Merry Christmas Everyone’.

5:20PM – 5:30PM – Christmas Lights Switch On ceremony. The Mayor of Buckingham will be joined by the Town Crier, Patrick Laws, and the Mayor’s Christmas Card contest winners, Bonnie Bateman and Fleur Loxton.

5:30PM – 6:15PM – Singalong Carols with the Great Horwood Silver Band.

6:20PM – 7:00PM – Performance by Bucks Gospel Fellowship Choir.

7PM – Closing words from the Mayor

Accessibility Information:

If you are a wheelchair user there will be a limited accessible viewing area to the right of the main stage in Market Hill. Do look out for the signage or ask a Town Council marshal for directions.

Winter Fair
2025-11-16 14:00 - 16:00
The Winter Fair will take place on Sunday 16th November from 2pm to 4pm at Lace Hill Sports & Community Centre. There will be lots of local handmade Christmas goodies, refreshments and art and craft activities for the children to enjoy. The aim of the Winter Fair event is to bring the community together in a festive celebration and support local crafters, groups and businesses. It will also be a great opportunity to start some Christmas shopping if you haven’t already. Please note, there is a small £1 entry fee per adult with free entry for children.

Buckinghamshire Community Energy Drop In
2025-11-15 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-11 13:00 - 17:00
Beat the chill this Autumn / Winter!

Drop in advice session and free energy-saving kit at Shopmobility (Cornwalls Meadows Car Park).

Energy efficiency

Renewable energy

Cutting your fuel bills

Warming your house

Remembrance Parade
2025-11-09 08:00 - 17:00
The Buckingham Remembrance Day Parade is organised by the Royal British Legion and will be held on Sunday 9th November. The parade will form up on Market Hill before the procession moves off, walking through the town centre towards Castle Street. The parade ends at St. Peter and St. Paul’s Church where the War Memorial is sited. A rolling road closure, organised by Buckingham Town Council, will be in place when the parade is on the move.

Market Hill will be closed from 9am until 12:30pm, allowing the parade to form and disband. A rolling road closure will be in place from 10:15am for Market Square and Castle Street. The length of West Street from the junction with Western Avenue to Market Square and the High Street from the junction with High Street/Moreton Road.

Once the parade has reached St. Peter & St. Paul’s Church, the rolling road closure will be lifted until the parade is ready to march back to Market Hill. Diversions will still be in place during this time.

We ask that motorists are patient, and if possible, avoid the town centre during the above times.

Bonfire & Fireworks
2025-11-01 18:00 - 20:00
Buckingham Bonfire & Fireworks night on Saturday 1st November starting 6pm in Bourton Park. Free entry. Enjoy a fantastic fireworks display, bonfire, entertainment, and local food vendors.

Halloween Disco
2025-10-31 18:30 - 21:30
Get ready for a spooktacular evening of fun and frights as Buckingham Town Council’s annual Family Halloween Disco returns! This exciting, family-friendly event will take place on Friday 31st October, from 6.30pm to 9.30pm at the Lace Hill Sports & Community Centre. Everyone is invited to come in their best costumes and enjoy a night of music, dancing, and fun. Prizes for the best costumes – including adults!

This is a ticket-only event. Tickets for the Family Halloween Disco will be on sale nearer the time. Advance booking is highly recommended, as this event tends to sell out quickly!

Don’t forget to bring your own snacks, drinks, and even alcoholic beverages for personal enjoyment.

Charter Fair
2025-10-25 13:00 - 23:00
Buckingham charter fair returns on Saturday 25th October 2025. The fair operated by Nichols Amusements will arrive in town on Friday 24th October to set up for Saturday 25th October with dodgems, sideshows and stalls and a road closure for the town centre will be in place for both weekends. There will also be a bus diversion in place for both weekends of the Charter Fair so if you use public transport on a regular basis, check out the diversion notice.

Legacy in Action
2025-10-23 19:30 - 21:30 | Vinson Building, University of Buckingham, Vinson Building, University of Buckingham, Buckingham, MK18 1EG
Black history made local

Celebrate Michael Hall of The New Inn and hear his son share the family’s inspiring legacy in our community.

Charter Fair
2025-10-18 13:00 - 23:00
The Charter Fair is returning to Buckingham on Saturday 18th and 25th October 2025

The fair operated by Nichols Amusements will arrive in town on Friday 17th October to set up for Saturday 18th October with dodgems, sideshows and stalls. It will then return on Friday 24th October to set up for 25th October and a road closure for the town centre will be in place for both weekends. There will also be a bus diversion in place for both weekends of the Charter Fair so if you use public transport on a regular basis, check out the diversion notice.

Charter Fair
2025-10-17 13:00 - 23:00
The Charter Fair is returning to Buckingham on Saturday 17th and 24th October 2026

The fair operated by Nichols Amusements will arrive in town on Friday 16th October to set up for Saturday 17th October with rides, sideshows and stalls. It will then return on Friday 23rd October to set up for 24th October and a road closure for the town centre will be in place for both weekends. There will also be a bus diversion in place for both weekends of the Charter Fair so if you use public transport on a regular basis, check out the diversion notice.

River Rinse 2
2025-10-05 10:00 - 12:30
The second of this year’s River Rinses will take place on Sunday 5th October 2025 from 10am and will start from The Flosh on Station Road. Stowe Sub Aqua Group members will be on hand to pull any debris from the river. Volunteers and members of Buckingham Town Council will litter pick along the riverbank and collect the debris found in the river.

River Rinse 1
2025-09-21 10:00 - 12:30
The first of this year’s River Rinses will take place on Sunday 21st September 2025 from 10am and will start from Cornwall’s Meadow car park. Stowe Sub Aqua Group members will be on hand to pull any debris from the river. Volunteers and members of Buckingham Town Council will litter pick along the riverbank and collect the debris found in the river.

Buckingham Dog Show 2025
2025-09-06 11:00 - 15:00
Organised by Buckingham Town Council. Buckingham’s annual Dog Show will be held in Bourton Park on Saturday 6th September from 11am – 3pm. Registration starts at 11am and judging at 12pm. Classes are Cutest Puppy (5-12 months), Fabulous Fella, Gorgeous Gal, Best Rescue, Dog Most Like Its Owner, Golden Oldie (7yrs and over), Waggiest Tail, and Junior Handler (16yrs and under). The winners of each class will then go through to best in show. Prizes will be awarded for each class.

Classes are £1.50 each (cash only). Registration forms will be available on the day and prior to the event.

This event is aimed at families and educating dog owners as well as having a fun dog show. The event will be held in the paddock in Bourton Park and this year is sponsored by Kimberley Cox Dog Training and Woofs and Washes

https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Dog-Show-Entry-Form-2025-2.pdf

Download the entry form using the link above if you’d like to print it yourself.

Dog Show Entry Form 2025

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Art Unveiling and Art in the Market
2025-08-27 12:00 - 16:00
We are delighted to invite residents to a special event celebrating public art in Buckingham.

On August 27th, the Mayor of Buckingham will be unveiling a brand-new mural/art installation at the Council Chamber from 12:00 to 12:30pm. Town and County Councillors will also be in attendance to mark the occasion.

Following the unveiling, a free craft session will take place in the market from 12:45 to 16:00pm.

This craft activity is open to all, and has been organised in response to the popularity of the previous ‘Art in the Market’ event held on 24th July. Please note that children must be accompanied by an adult.

We hope you’ll join us in celebrating local creativity and taking part in this community event.

Free Basketball Sessions
2025-08-25 18:45 - 19:45 | Bourton Park, Buckingham, MK18 7AB
Free turn up and play Basketball sessions led by Coach Jenner take place at Bourton Park MUGA this summer for youths aged 12 years of age and above. Please arrive early to sign in, wear suitable footwear and don’t forget to bring a water bottle. All abilities are welcome!

Free Basketball Sessions
2025-08-25 17:30 - 18:30 | Chandos Park, Chandos Park, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, MK18 1AJ, United Kingdom
Free turn up and play Basketball sessions led by Coach Jenner take place at Chandos Park MUGA this summer for children aged 8 to 12 years of age. Please arrive early to sign in, wear suitable footwear and don’t forget to bring a water bottle. All abilities are welcome!

Bandjam
2025-08-24 13:00 - 22:00
Bandjam is back on Sunday 24th August in the ‘Bull Ring’, outside Jardines Pharmacy with a full nine hours of free, live music that will rock the town Centre from 1pm – 10pm. More details will be released nearer the time.
