Events in Reading

Looking for what's on in Reading? There are the obvious big annual events in Reading such as Reading Festival, Carnival, Beer and Cider Festival, Pride, Reading Half Marathon and the annual Christmas Lights Switch-On. But often the smaller events in Reading can be harder to find. Use our Reading events calendar and just filter by date, event type, or venue.

Reading is home to a number of fantastic event venues including the magnificent Madejski Stadium, The Comedy Loft, The Hexagon Theatre and Progress Theatre. There are also a number of late night bars and night clubs in Reading for you night owls.

If you're looking for things to do with the kids in Reading just use our filter to discover all the local family events, fete's and festivals.

Reading is a fantastic place to live in, visit and work and no matter what events in Reading you're looking for we hope our events calendar points you in the right direction.

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Sun 18 Oct

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Oct 26

Alison Moyet

Location: Hexagon Theatre, Queens Walk, Reading, Berkshire

At: The Hexagon

Alison Moyet is scheduled to perform at Hexagon Theatre on Queens Walk in Reading.

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Oct 26

Reading Town 10K Charity Fun Run

Location: Kings Meadow Playground, Reading, Berkshire

Time: From 10.00am

At: Rivermead Leisure Complex

Reading Town 10K Charity Fun Run is a flat, four-lap riverside race in Reading near the Thames Lido, designed for ...

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Oct 26

Windsor Dorney Lakeside 10K

Location: Dorney, Windsor SL4 6QP, UK

Time: From 10.00am

Windsor Dorney Lakeside 10K is a pan-flat, traffic-free 10k around Dorney Lake, a renowned Olympic venue in Windsor.

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Oct 26

Windsor Dorney Lakeside Half Marathon

Location: Dorney, Windsor SL4 6QP, UK

Time: From 10.00am

Windsor Dorney Lakeside Half Marathon is a fast, flat half marathon around Dorney Lake with a traffic-free course ideal for ...

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Oct 26

Windsor Dorney Lakeside Marathon

Location: Dorney, Windsor SL4 6QP, UK

Time: From 08.30am

Windsor Dorney Lakeside Marathon is a pan-flat, traffic-free marathon around Dorney Lake, an iconic London 2012 Olympic venue.

Mon 19 Oct

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Oct 26

Alison Moyet

Location: Hexagon Theatre, Reading

At: The Hexagon

Alison Moyet performs live at the Hexagon Theatre, Reading.

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Oct 26

Alison Moyet

Location: Hexagon Theatre, Reading

At: The Hexagon

Alison Moyet is listed to perform at the Hexagon Theatre in Reading.

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Oct 26

Alison Moyet @ Hexagon Theatre

Location: Hexagon Theatre, Queens Walk, Reading

Time: From 7.00pm

At: The Hexagon

Alison Moyet performs live in Reading, bringing a celebrated catalogue and distinctive voice to Hexagon Theatre for an evening concert.

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Oct 26

Alison Moyet - Songs of Yazoo, The Minutes & Other

Location: Hexagon, Reading

Time: From 7.00pm

At: The Hexagon

Alison Moyet brings a set celebrating songs from Yazoo, The Minutes and beyond, showcasing a distinctive voice and a career ...

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Oct 26

Club Reckless

Location: Purple Turtle, 9 Gun St, Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom

Time: From 10.00pm

A weekly alternative music club night at Purple Turtle features resident DJs playing punk, emo, rock and metal, with free ...

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Tue 20 Oct

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Oct 26

Rhymetime at Palmer Park Library

Location: Palmer Park Library, Reading (Reading Libraries)

Time: From 10.30am

A free drop-in rhymetime session for babies and children aged 0–5, running twice weekly with songs and rhymes to encourage ...

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Oct 26

Rhymetime at Reading Central Library

Location: Reading Central Library, Abbey Square, Reading

Time: From 10.30am

At: Reading Central Library

A free drop-in rhymetime session for babies and children aged 0–5, offering songs and rhymes to encourage early language and ...

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Oct 26

Coffee Mornings at Southcote Library

Location: Southcote Library, Reading, United Kingdom

Time: From 10.30am

A weekly coffee morning at Southcote Library offers a friendly chat, quizzes and occasional speakers, with a suggested small donation ...

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Wed 21 Oct

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Oct 26

Nish Kumar

Location: Hexagon Theatre, Reading

At: The Hexagon

Nish Kumar is listed to appear at the Hexagon Theatre in Reading.

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Oct 26

Boyzlife Featuring Keith Duffy & Brian McFadden (Wycombe)

Location: Wycombe Swan Theatre, St Mary Street, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Boyzlife featuring Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden is scheduled at Wycombe Swan Theatre on St Mary Street.

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Oct 26

Nish Kumar: Angry Humour From A Really Nice Guy

Location: Hexagon Theatre, Reading

At: The Hexagon

Nish Kumar brings his latest stand-up show to the Hexagon Theatre, Reading.

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Oct 26

Boyzlife Featuring Keith Duffy & Brian McFadden

Location: Wycombe Swan Theatre, St Mary Street

Boyzlife featuring Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden performs at Wycombe Swan Theatre on St Mary Street.

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Oct 26

Nish Kumar - Angry Humour From A Really Nice Guy

Location: Hexagon, Reading

Time: From 7.00pm

At: The Hexagon

Political comedian Nish Kumar brings a new stand-up show to Reading, combining sharp commentary with high-energy humour.

Thu 22 Oct

4 results

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Oct 26

Rhymetime at Reading Central Library

Location: Reading Central Library, Abbey Square, Reading

Time: From 10.30am

At: Reading Central Library

A free drop-in rhymetime session for babies and children aged 0–5, offering songs and rhymes to encourage early language and ...

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Oct 26

Rhymetime at Southcote Library

Location: Southcote Library, Reading (Reading Libraries)

Time: From 9.45am

A free weekly drop-in rhymetime session for babies and children aged 0–5, featuring songs and rhymes to support early communication skills.

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Oct 26

Rhymetime at Palmer Park Library

Location: Palmer Park Library, Reading (Reading Libraries)

Time: From 10.30am

A free drop-in rhymetime session for babies and children aged 0–5, running twice weekly with songs and rhymes to encourage ...

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Oct 26

Rhymetime at Whitley Library

Location: Whitley Library, Reading (Reading Libraries)

Time: From 11.00am

A weekly rhymetime session for babies and children aged 0–5, featuring songs and rhymes that support early communication and literacy skills.

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Fri 23 Oct

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Oct 26

Katherine Jenkins - 25 Year Anniversary Tour

Location: The Anvil, Churchill Way, UK

At: The Anvil

Katherine Jenkins brings a 25-year anniversary tour performance to The Anvil on Churchill Way.

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Oct 26

Rhymetime at Battle Library

Location: Battle Library, Reading (Reading Libraries)

Time: From 10.00am

A free drop-in rhymetime session for babies and children aged 0–5, with songs and rhymes to support early language and ...

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Oct 26

Rhymetime at Battle Library

Location: Battle Library, Reading (Reading Libraries)

Time: From 10.00am

A free drop-in rhymetime session for babies and children aged 0–5, with songs and rhymes to support early language and ...

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Oct 26

SEA POWER at St Laurence's Church, Reading

Location: St Laurence's Church, Friar St, Reading, UK

Time: From 06.30pm

SEA POWER performs live at St Laurence's Church in Reading, with doors opening early evening and tickets priced from £29.00.

Sat 24 Oct

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Oct 26

Susan Calman: Tall Tales

Location: Reading Concert Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading, UK

At: Concert Hall

Susan Calman brings Tall Tales to Reading Concert Hall for an evening of live comedy.

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Oct 26

Bach to Baby Family Concert in Reading - 2026

Location: Reading (venue varies by concert date), United Kingdom

Time: From 11.00am

At: Concert Hall

A family concert series offering live performances by outstanding musicians, with Reading dates across 2026 and a welcoming atmosphere for ...

Sun 25 Oct

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Oct 26

RunThrough Maidenhead Half Marathon & 10k October 2026

Location: The Moor, Maidenhead SL6, UK

Time: From 09.00am

This road-closed Maidenhead event offers a half marathon and 10k on a measured, PB-friendly course starting at The Moor, supporting ...

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Oct 26

Creepy Creatures Halloween Trail

Location: Reading Business Improvement District (BID)

The Creepy Creatures Halloween Trail invites families and children to explore spooky scenes and discover Halloween-themed surprises throughout Reading's Business ...

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