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Events in Aylesbury This Weekend

Circus Fantasia - Aylesbury

· Watermead Circus Site · Nightlife & Music

Circus Fantasia returns to Watermead Circus Site in Aylesbury with a live circus performance.

Queen by Candlelight

· Culture & Arts

A candlelit concert celebrates the music of Queen at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre.

What The Dickens?

· Watermead Circus Site · Culture & Arts

A theatrical performance inspired by Charles Dickens takes place at St Mary's Church.

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Events in Aylesbury This Week

Circus Fantasia - Aylesbury

· Watermead Circus Site · Nightlife & Music

Circus Fantasia returns to Watermead Circus Site in Aylesbury with a live circus performance.

Queen by Candlelight

· Culture & Arts

A candlelit concert celebrates the music of Queen at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre.

What The Dickens?

· Watermead Circus Site · Culture & Arts

A theatrical performance inspired by Charles Dickens takes place at St Mary's Church.

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Culture & Arts

What The Dickens?

· Watermead Circus Site · Culture & Arts

A theatrical performance inspired by Charles Dickens takes place at St Mary's Church.

National Theatre Live: Les Liaisons Dangereuses

· Aylesbury Waterside Theatre · Culture & Arts

A National Theatre Live broadcast of the play 'Les Liaisons Dangereuses' at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre.

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Family & Kids

Circus Fantasia Aylesbury

· Watermead Circus Site · Family & Kids

Circus Fantasia returns to Watermead Circus Site in Aylesbury with a family-friendly circus performance.

Fostering Information Evening: June 2026 (Online)

· Family & Kids

A virtual information session hosted by the council to discuss fostering and adoption processes.

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Nightlife & Music

Circus Fantasia - Aylesbury

· Watermead Circus Site · Nightlife & Music

Circus Fantasia returns to Watermead Circus Site in Aylesbury with acrobatics, performances, and aerial acts.

It's a Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Tribute Spectacular

· Aylesbury Waterside Theatre · Nightlife & Music

A Neil Diamond tribute show performs at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre.

Smk Live Presents - Basement Jaxx & Clean Bandit

· Nightlife & Music

Basement Jaxx and Clean Bandit perform live at Stadium MK as part of SMK Live Presents.

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Shopping & Markets

Ford Faction July Breakfast Meet

· Shopping & Markets

Ford Faction hosts a casual breakfast meet for car enthusiasts at Honeybee Aylesbury.

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Aylesbury Places And Events Guides

Things to do in Aylesbury

You can find things to do across Aylesbury through live music at venues like Friars' Club or Kings Head, family activities during festivals such as Play in the Park or Go Ape High Ropes Park, food markets with fresh produce from Aylesbury Market, and cultural experiences at sites including the County Museum. Events cover fitness walks in the Chilterns, theatre shows, and seasonal celebrations.

Weekend French markets happen on Market Square, family-friendly outings include Play in the Park or Go Ape High Ropes Park, music performances take place at venues like Friars Music Venue, art exhibitions appear across town centres including ARTS4EVERY1 CENTRE, and educational workshops run during Roald Dahl Day. Outdoor spaces near Bourg Walk Bridge are accessible, and steam train rides occur as part of Static Days or Steaming Days.

The site lists events this week and events this weekend across categories such as Shopping & Markets, Fitness & Outdoors, Culture & Arts, Food & Drink, Nightlife & Music, and Family & Kids. You can filter by venue or area, such as near Market Square or along the canal, to find local guides tailored to your interests and time available.

Common Aylesbury Questions

What kinds of events happen in Aylesbury during the week?

Weekly activities include markets at Market Square with French weekend stalls offering cheese and bread. Interactive workshops are held at Roald Dahl Museum on storytelling and children’s literature. The Buckinghamshire County Museum hosts temporary exhibits on local archaeology, while fitness sessions take place in Alfred Rose Park during mornings. Music performances occur at Prebendal House or St Mary’s Parish Church.

Where do most events take place in Aylesbury?

The main venues for public activities are near Market Square and Kingsbury, including Roald Dahl Museum, The Kings Head pub (site of the town's treasure hunt start), Friars Club (a historic live music venue), Crown Courts with its 1888 lion sculptures, and Bourg Walk Bridge. Public spaces such as Alfred Rose Park and Chilterns also host seasonal events like Play in the Park or Waterside Festival.

Are there family-friendly things to do in Aylesbury?

Yes. Families can visit Roald Dahl Museum for exhibits on the author’s life or explore displays at County Museum with Roman coins, medieval pottery, and stone tools. Weekly markets offer produce suitable for children, while parks including Alfred Rose Park have play areas. Events such as Easter Owl Spectacular Day take place in civic venues.

What nightlife and music events happen in Aylesbury?

Nighttime entertainment includes live gigs at Friars Club or Waterside Theatre, which has hosted tribute acts during Static Days. The venue also features comedy nights and themed performances like Massaoke. Music-related activities occur throughout the week with open mic sessions reported on local boards.

How can I find events happening this week or this weekend in Aylesbury?

Check dedicated 'this week' and 'this weekend' listings using filters by category, Family & Kids, Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, and explore locations like Market Square, Roald Dahl Museum, Friars Club, Waterside Theatre, County Museum. Updates on events are published weekly across town centre areas including Chilterns walking paths.