Events In Reading

The Barbados and Friends Association invites you to join them for a joyful Gospel Concert celebrating 60 years of Barbados Independence and raising funds for QEH Barbados and local charities. 📅 Saturday 16 May, 7pm 📍 St Laurence Church rdguk.info/h77NJ

Armed Forces Day 2026 in Reading - Sunday 28 June, 11am - 4pm, Broad Street and Forbury Gardens. Performances by the Reading Scottish Pipe Band, information stalls and activities from Armed Forces charities. Application form for Armed Forces charities ➡️ rdguk.info/LbwrG

TOMORROW! Don't miss the fundraising concert featuring performances from local artists, poets and choirs - all in support of @readifood and @UtulivuRdg. Book tickets at rdguk.info/YgOrv

Join @ReadingCFest Team as a volunteer at Forbury Fiesta 2026! What you’ll gain: ✅ Experience of working within an events team ✅ Experience of welcoming visitors of all ages ✅ Learning more about Reading’s organisations ✅ A fun day out! rdguk.info/3bYay

Less than 2 months to go until Water Fest 2026! We invite local organisations to run a stall or organise an activity at this year's event. If you create handmade crafts, prepare artisan food, or would like to share information about your group, apply at rdguk.info/8KaXP

🥳 The Children’s Festival brochure is now live! Get ready for three fantastic weeks of fun for children and families across Reading! From creative arts and crafts to workshops and sports taster sessions, there’s something for everyone to enjoy ➡️ rdguk.info/H8S7o

Join the @mayorofreading this Friday for a joyful evening of uplifting live music featuring performances from local artists, poets and choirs - all in support of @readifood and @UtulivuRdg. Book tickets at rdguk.info/JEjEZ

A Celebration of Sound - 10 days to go 🎵 Join the @mayorofreading for a joyful evening of uplifting live music featuring performances from local artists, poets and choirs - all in support of @readifood and @UtulivuRdg. Book tickets at rdguk.info/B5bcp

Family Fun Fair returns to Reading! Enjoy funfair rides and attractions for all ages, minion mascots visiting every Saturday and Sunday, as well as food favourites. 📅 Friday 17 April – Monday 4 May 📍 Hills Meadow Car Park, George Street, RG4 8DH 🎟️ FREE entry

Join @SansaraChoir at Reading Minster on Sat 25 April for a fundraising concert supporting @ReadingRefugees. Featuring the Ukrainian Kryla Choir, a joint performance of A Quiet Night, and guest soprano Ruby Hughes in an evening of music and solidarity. rdguk.info/uwqS4

Join the @mayorofreading for an evening of uplifting live music in support of her chosen charities @readifood and @UtulivuRdg. The event will feature performances from @RComGosChoir, @MaBessieBand, Peter Doyle, the Ukrainian Kryla Choir and other guests. rdguk.info/2xQFk

Family Fun Fair returns to Reading! Enjoy funfair rides and attractions for all ages, minion mascots visiting every Saturday and Sunday, as well as food favourites. 📅 Friday 17 April – Monday 4 May 📍 Hills Meadow Car Park, George Street, RG4 8DH 🎟️ FREE entry

Join the @mayorofreading for an evening of uplifting live music in support of her chosen charities @readifood and @UtulivuRdg. The event will feature performances from @RComGosChoir, @MaBessieBand, Peter Doyle, the Ukrainian Kryla Choir and other guests. rdguk.info/NZAfW

We invite local businesses and community groups to organise events for children as part of Children's Festival 2026 taking place between 9-31 May across Reading. Apply by 10 April to feature in the festival's brochure at rdguk.info/GVGGp

Take part in a colouring competition to win a fantastic family prize! ✏️ Print the colouring sheets at rdguk.info/L6A7G ✏️ Colour them and return by 6 May to your school, Reading Borough Council, London Street Brassiere or email to events@reading.gov.uk.

🎵 Join the @mayorofreading for A Celebration of Sound - a joyful evening of uplifting live music, community spirit, and local talent in support of her chosen charities @readifood and @UtulivuRdg. For more information and tickets visit rdguk.info/H6DPr

We’re delighted to share that the Council’s Leading Sustainable Transformation Across Reading’s Events Team has won the Sustainability Award at the @RDGWhatsOn Awards 2026. Congratulations to everyone involved, and thank you to the What's On Reading team for a brilliant event.

The deadline to apply to get involved in Children's Festival 2026 is fast approaching! Organise an event for children during the three-week festival, or run a stall at Forbury Fiesta on Saturday 9 May in the Forbury Gardens. Find out more and apply at rdguk.info/AR8fK

Voting for Event of the Year in the @RDGWhatsOn Awards closes tomorrow! Support our much-loved @Rdgwaterfest and @ReadingCFest at: rdguk.info/hfxIU #eventsinreading #rdguk

#eventsinreading this weekend: 🎵 Radio WASMA at @Thehexagon: rdguk.info/kxUg7 🎽 @SmartWorksRDG fashion sale at Reading Minster: rdguk.info/xgGVv 🌱 @readingmuseum Goes Green event: rdguk.info/kbiQZ 🚶🏻 Outdoor activities: rdguk.info/9i4qd #rdguk