October Events

The What’s on in West Berkshire page means you can stay updated with the latest creative activities and events in your area and find out what is happening in Newbury and surrounding villages across West Berkshire for October.

Looking for ideas for things to do with kids, cookery courses or arts and culture and more…-we have the latest local events and activities in your area.

Please contact the venue directly for further information, bookings and cancellations……..

October Events

It’s October and we’ve got some fun October events coming up!
Join in with Halloween activities and take the kids along for some trick or treating! There are so many things to do and have fun !

Hawkridge Gin School

Discover the Art of Craft Gin Making at Hawkridge Distillers' Distillery

When Rivers Meet

1st Oct 2026 | When Rivers Meet return to the stage with the Rhythm Rust & Static Tour

Beginners Cake Decorating

1st Oct 2026 | Beginners Cake Decorating Discover the essential techniques behind creating a beautiful, professional-looking celebration cake in this relaxed and...

BID’S Krazy Races

2nd Oct 2026 | From whacky karts to adrenaline-filled downhill action- BID'S Krazy Races has something for everyone1

In the Land of Eagles

2nd Oct 2026 | A heartfelt and award-nominated tale of love, loss and redemption.

Pumpkin Patch

24th - 31st Oct 2026 | Pumpkin Patch and Halloween Nights with Dinos in the Dark

DogFest

3rd & 4th Oct 2026 | DogFest returns to Blenheim Palace!

Polymer Clay

3rd Oct 2026 | Create your own art for your ears using polymer clay with Chloe from Peaches and Tea.

Pet Portrait

3rd Oct 2026 | Join artist Ellie Kerr-Smiley to create a compelling portrait of your favourite furry friend by learning techniques to...

Whispers of Maple

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Applefest

4th Oct 2026 | A day to celebrate everything APPLE-Y!

Applefest Children’s Glass Fusing

4th Oct 2026 | Apples -a Glass Fusing Children's Workshop With Jason Legget

Small Wonders

4th Oct 2026 | Inspired by Small Wonders: Reimagining British Art, create your own miniature world of memories, places, and personal connections...

Children’s Glass Fusing

4th Oct 2026 | This creative, hands-on family workshop is perfect for children ages 8+

Small Wonders

4th Oct 2026 | Inspired by Small Wonders: Reimagining British Art, create your own miniature world of memories, places, and personal connections...

Autumn Window Box

7th Oct 2026 | Create a stunning floral centrepiece with this elegant buttercream piping class.

Ore Oduba

8th Oct 2026 | The Vintage Boys Rock ‘n’ Roll Show

The Buttercream Masterclass

8th & 9th Oct 2026 | Spend two inspiring days immersed in the art of buttercream.

West End Divas

8th Oct 2026 | West End Divas: The Leading Ladies of Musical Theatre

Home Ed

9th Oct 2026 | Harmonious Habitats

Hannah Wicklund

9th Oct 2026 | Growing up on the beaches of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, Hannah Wicklund has always had music in...

Autumn Copper Wreath

9th Oct 2026 | Celebrate the beauty of Autumn by learning the art of embossing onto coloured foil with sculptor Flora Gare

Ria Lina

10th oct 2026 | Ria Lina: Riabellion

Indoor Mosaic

10th Oct 2026 | Make a Circular Mirror

Queenz

10th Oct 2026 | Battle of the Divas

Seagrass Footstool Weaving

10th Oct 2026 | Seagrass Footstool Weaving with Felicity Tran

Toby Lee

11th Oct 2026 | Toby Lee announces his 3rd UK headline tour with his brilliant band.

Festive Cushion Design

11th Oct 2026 | Learn how to create a beautiful, personalised Santa Letter cushion

Graffiti Art

11th Oct 2026 | This workshop is aimed at children 8+ and teens.

Play Ball

13th Oct 2026 | A triple bill of classical Indian dance by leading choreographer Nina Rajarani MBE, featuring live music written and...

An Italian Autumn Feast

13th Oct 2026 | Celebrate the abundance of the Italian harvest table

Over the Rainbow

14th Oct 2026 | Back by very popular demand! Their Over The Rainbow Cake Class is making a long-awaited return for the...

Ruby Wax

Enjoy this candid live show from American-British comedian, writer, and television presenter.

Short and Slow

14th Oct 2026 | Join their Birdwatching Short and Slow at Nature Discovery Centre

Wonderful Watercolours

14th Oct 2026 | Watercolour Workshop for Beginners at City Arts

Botanical Cookie Collection

15th Oct 2026 | Join tutor Jenni Whitby and create a stunning collection of botanical-inspired cookies in this creative and relaxing full-day...

Layers of Poppies

15th Oct 2026 | Fibre Art: Layers of Poppies

Newbury Printmakers

15th - 25th Oct 2026 | An exhibition of prints by Newbury Printmakers members

Best of British

15th Oct 2026 | For too long British food was considered to be stodgy, bland and uninspiring

Spectacle of Light

16 Oct – 7 Nov 2026 | The amazing after-dark experience for all the family!

An Audience with Richard Coles

16th Oct 2026 | Join Reverend Richard Coles at Watermill Theatre

Stargazing and Astronomy Evening

16th Oct 2026 | Explore the night sky at the Nature Discovery Centre!

Beginners Bread Class

16th Oct 2026 |Discover the joy of bread making in this hands-on class

A Tale of Us

16th Oct 2026 | A Tale of Us is a play for parents and their babies.

The Rozzers

16th Oct 2026 | The Rozzers: A Tribute to Sting & The Police

Gouache

16th Oct 2026 | Starting with Gouache - Folk Florals

Raku Clay

17th Oct 2026 | Suitable for beginners and more experienced potters alike: discover the elemental nature of 'raku-firing' with Cáit Gould.

Suminagashi

17th Oct 2026 | Suminagashi: The Art of Japanese Ink Marbling

The Sons of Pitches

17th Oct 2026 |The Sons of Pitches present… Music Without Instruments

Spooky Pumpkin Scene

17th Oct 2026 | Create this spooky pumpkin scene for Halloween.

Oil Painting

17th Oct 2026 | Perfect for beginners, this course offers the opportunity to learn the basics of oil painting

Coptic Bookbinding

18th Oct 2026 | Make a beautiful A5 sketchbook with hard covers using the Coptic Book Binding method.

Portrait Masterclass

18th Oct 2026 | Learn everything about portrait drawing and painting with one of the Portrait Artist of the Year semifinalists

Comedy at The Watermill

18th Oct 2025 | Featuring Angela Barnes: Comedy at The Watermill

Wonderful Watercolours

20th Oct 2026 | Watercolour Workshop for Beginners at City Arts

Musical Theatre Dance

20th Oct 2026 | This class blends choreography and expressive storytelling in a fun, welcoming environment for all levels.

Murder She Didn’t Write

20th - 21st Oct 2026 | Don your deerstalker, grab your magnifying glass and get your ‘finger of suspicion’ at the ready...

Musical Theatre

20th Oct 2026 | Led by musical theatre performer Amber Answen-Fraser, this taster blends choreography and expressive storytelling in a fun, welcoming...

From Bologna

20th Oct 2026 | From Bologna: Fresh & Filled Pasta with Dessert

A Box Full of Autumn

21st Oct 2026 The latest addition to their popular Bloom Series, A Box Full of Autumn celebrates the colours, beauty of the...

Autumn Mini Floral Cakes

21st Oct 2026 | The latest addition to their Bloom Series, Autumn Mini Cupcakes celebrates the colours and textures of the season...

James Barr

22nd Oct 2026 | James Barr: Sorry I Hurt Your Son (Said My Ex To My Mum)

Down to Chance

22nd Oct 2026 | One woman, a radio, and the largest earthquake in US History.

Taste of ancient Antakya

22nd Oct 2026 | A cooking journey through Southern Turkey

Halloween in Concert

23rd Oct 2026 | A frighteningly good night of graveyard smash hits!

Aerial Sling Stretch

23rd Oct 2026 | Led by Claire of Tone & Poise this class uses a loop of silk fabric suspended in the...

Oil Pastels

Autumn Colour & Light: Oil Pastels

Coastal impressions Gelliprinting

Explore the art of gelli printing using pressed seaweeds, beachcombing treasures, and other botanical materials in this immersive, hands-on workshop.

Special Kinda Madness

24th Oct 2026 | Special Kinda Madness perform a truly authentic set from each band, combining the phenomenally energetic stage presence of...

Pumpkin Copper Foiled Stained Glass

25th Oct 2026 | Pumpkin Copper Foiled Stained Glass workshop with Fran Lawton

Nice!

26th Oct 2026 | Nice! Stories And Rhymes with Michael Rosen

Dervish

21st Oct 2026 | Legendary Irish folk music band Dervish, are one of Ireland’s best known traditional bands and are described by...

Illuminate The Base

26th- 29th October 2026 | Help them create their annual illuminated lantern display for The Base's festive season with Illuminate The Base.

Holiday Art Club

26th - 29th Oct 2026| For this half term holiday join their art club for a fun filled adventure!

Every Day Indian Kitchen

26th Oct 2026 | Vegetables, Spice and Every Day Indian Kitchen

Create and Make

26th Oct 2026 | Join them this school holidays for some creative fun. Activities include arts and crafts, drama and more!

Dinosaur World Live

27th Oct 2026 | Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all...

11 – 14 Club!

27th Oct 2026 | Hang out with friends, meet new people, and get stuck into some fun creative activities.

Halloween Lanterns

28th Oct 2026 | This workshop is aimed at children’s 5 – 11 years old

Bubblina

28th Oct 2026 | Bubblina is a 45-minute theatrical bubble magic performance containing a range of bubble effects

Wild Threads

28th Oct 2026 | Join them at the Nature Discovery Centre for a captivating series of talks exploring the connections between landscape,...

Pottery Throwing Taster

28th Oct 2026 | Have a go at throwing pots on a wheel in this fun introduction to pottery skills

Remembrance

29th Oct to 1st Nov 2026 | In this exhibition Eugene presents his drawings on the theme of Remembrance…

Creepy Creatures

29th Oct 2026 | A ceramic workshop with Katherine Kingdon

Creedence Clearwater Revived

29th Oct 2026 | A rare chance to see a British band perform their interpretation of a classic American set.

Halloween Family Workshop

30th Oct 2026 | Join them this Halloween for a spooktacular cupcake decorating workshop designed especially for children and their favourite grown-up!