Events in Reading

The text reads: Men in Mind. 23.04.25. 16.00 - 18.00. Minghella Studios

Reading Students' Union presents Men in Mind, a curated collection of films exploring men's mental health, masculinity, and societal expectations.

📆 Wednesday 23 April, 4pm - 6pm
📍 Minghella Cinema, University of Reading

For more information and tickets visit readingsu.co.uk/whats-on/id/...

The text reads: The Mayor of Reading’s Charity Quiz & Silent Auction. Thursday 15 May 2025, 6:30pm for a 7pm start. Victoria Hall, Reading Town Hall. Join us for a fantastic evening of fun raising funds for the Mayor’s charities: Reading Community Learning Centre and Reading Prostate Cancer Support Group. There will be a quiz for teams of up to 6 or 8 people, a special silent auction with a whole host of amazing prizes and a delicious meal with all profits going directly to the Mayor’s Charity Fund. Tickets - £25 each, includes a curry meal and entry to the quiz. Tickets available at www.whatsonreading.com

Please join Mayor of Reading Cllr Glenn Dennis for an evening of fun raising funds for his charities.

The event will feature a team quiz, a silent auction, entertainment and a delicious curry meal.

Book tickets at whatsonreading.com/mayorscharit...

The photo of athletes running to the finish line. The text reads: Reading Half Marathon returns on 23 March 2025. Plan ahead if travelling on race day

Thousands of runners will be taking to the streets to take part in Reading Half Marathon 2025 on Sunday 23 March and raise money for charities.

Check out the rolling road closures and plan ahead if travelling on race day ➡️ www.readinghalfmarathon.com/pages/travel...

#HalfMarathon #rdguk

Broadway posters in the background with Show Stoppers written in theatrical lights

Woodley Concert Band bring you an evening of iconic music from the West End this Saturday.

Showstoppers will feature everything from the hugely popular Wicked to classics such as Mack and Mabel, as well as music from the maestro himself – Andrew Lloyd-Webber
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Montage of images of Reading town centre, including the Oracle Riverside, the town hall, the Forbury Lion and the Abbey ruins

Spring seems to have sprung, and with it Walk Reading are slowly crawling out of hibernation and planning a fresh batch of guided walks around, well, Reading.

With a number of themed walks, they leave no stone unturned - nor unstepped-upon!

Look and book via buff.ly/eiRtpi7

Three Black women in a boat. The text reads: Three Hens In A Boat. 1 - 17 May 2025

The perfect summer comedy at Reading Rep, Three Hens in a Boat!

📆 1 - 17 May 2025
📍 Reading Rep Theatre, Kings Road RG1 4LY

Get 15% off tickets with the code HENS15, available until Friday 21 March. Book at readingrep.com/three-hens-in-a-boat/

#ThreeHensInABoat #ReadingRepTheatre #Theatre

The text reads: We've been shortlisted! What's On Reading Cultural Champion 2024. Category: Sustainability Champion

We've been shortlisted for the Cultural Champions award in the Sustainability Champ category!
Happy to work alongside East Reading Festival, Readipop and Festival Republic on the GECOP Pilot Project, helping to make the event industry in Reading greener and more sustainable.

@rdgwhatson.bsky.social

We’re inviting local businesses, charities and community groups to organise activities and workshops at #WaterFest2025!
Why not run a stall to promote your service or arrange a game for children and families?

Apply now ➡️ www.reading.gov.uk/leisure/thin...

#eventsinreading #rdguk

The photo shows two people doing fencing. The logos of Reading Children's Festival 2025 and Reading Borough Council. The text reads: Organise an activity for Children's Festival 2025! Apply by 4 April to be included in the programme

Apply for organising a workshop, arts & crafts activity or sports taster session at Reading Children's Festival 2025!
Take a chance to showcase at the Forbury Fiesta launch event as well - run a stall, organise games and activities or perform on the stage!
Apply at www.reading.gov.uk/leisure/thin...

Poster with the RAZE The Roof logo and the list of bands performing: Moonrakers, Tomorrow Bird, Lynn Whiteland and Dream Sellers

This Saturday, the RAZE The Roof charity concert series continues at the Facebar with Raze The Folkin' Roof bringing top local folk acts - including @tomorrowbird.bsky.social - together to help raise funds for the RBH Cancer Centre.
whatsonreading.com/venues/raze-...

The text on the image reads: Aaron Copland - From Dance Episodes from Rodeo. George Gershwin - I Got Rhythm Variations. Witold Lutoslawski - Paganini Variations. Ottorino Respighi - The Pines of Rome. Semra Kurutac - piano. Andrew Taylor - conductor. Saturday 15th February, 7.30pm. The Great Hall, University of Reading (London Road Campus). Aldworth Philarmonic Orchestra

Come along for a concert of superb music by Aldworth Philharmonic Orchestra featuring a prominent role for solo piano.

📆 Saturday 15 February, 7.30pm
📍 Great Hall, University of Reading’s London Road Campus
🎟️ Book tickets at www.aldworthphilharmonic.org.uk/next-event/

#eventsinreading #rdguk

The photo of women of different cultures and communities. The logos of Reading Borough Council, Reading Community Learning Centre and Reading Prostate Cancer Support Group. The text reads: The Mayor of Reading's International Women's Day Fundraiser. Thursday 6 March 2025, 6.30pm for a 7pm start. Reading Town Hall

Come along for International Women’s Day Fundraiser highlighting the contributions of women across different cultures through talks and performances. Proceeds from the event will support Reading Community Learning Centre and Reading Prostate Cancer Support Group
whatsonreading.com/venues/town-...

Two men performing on the stage. The logos of Reading Water Fest 2025 and Reading Borough Council. The text reads: Showcase at Water Fest 2025! Apply by 2 May to be included in the programme

🌟 Feature your talent at Reading Water Fest 2025! 🌟

🛍️ Run a stall;
🎷 Perform at the stage;
🎭 Provide entertainment;
💡 Lead workshops;
🏀 Organise sports taster sessions;
🎨 Provide arts & crafts activities.

Learn more and apply at www.reading.gov.uk/leisure/thin...

Two entertainers and two children at Forbury Fiesta 2024. The logos of Reading Children's Festival 2025 and Reading Borough Council. The text reads: Showcase at Children's Festival 2025! Apply by 4 April to be included in the programme

🌟 Feature your talent at Reading Children's Festival 2025! 🌟

🎪 Run a stall at Forbury Fiesta;
🎭 Provide an activity or entertainment;
💡 Lead workshops;
🏀 Organise sports taster sessions;
🎨 Provide arts & crafts activities.

Learn more and apply at www.reading.gov.uk/leisure/thin...

A group of people playing the trumpets. The logos of Reading Water Fest 2025 and Reading Borough Council. The text reads: Applications now open! Apply by 2 May to be included in the programme

Applications now OPEN for Reading #WaterFest2025 taking place on Sat 28 June 2025 at the Forbury Gardens, Abbey Ruins and along the River Kennet!

Run a stall or provide entertainment, workshops, and activities to raise funds and awareness.

Apply now ➡️ www.reading.gov.uk/wfest25

The photo of adults wearing fancy dresses and children at Forbury Fiesta 2024. The logos of Reading Children's Festival 2025 and Reading Borough Council. The text reads: Applications now open! Apply by 4 April to be included in the programme

Applications now OPEN for #ReadingChildrensFestival2025!

✨ Host an event during the three-week festival on 10 May - 1 June 2025
✨ Join us at the Forbury Fiesta on 10 May and run a stall, workshop or entertainement

Apply now at www.reading.gov.uk/cfest25

#eventsinreading #rdguk

The logo of Reading Water Fest 2025

We are excited for the upcoming Reading Water Fest 2025 which takes place on Saturday 28 June! Stay tuned for the further updates!

The logo of Reading Children's Festival 2025: different children with sports gear and representing different jobs. The text reads: 2025 Reading Children's Festival

We are excited to announce the dates for Reading Children's Festival 2025 that runs for three fantastic weeks from Saturday 10 May – Sunday 1 June! The festival will open with the annual Forbury Fiesta on Saturday 10 May in the Forbury Gardens. Stay tuned for the further updates!

A picture of candles. The logos of Reading Borough Council and Acre in the bottom left corner. The text reads: Holocaust Memorial Day 2025. For a better future. This Holocaust Memorial Day marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration camp complex, and the 30th anniversary of the genocide in Bosnia. Wednesday 22 January, 2025. The Council Chamber, Civic Offices Bridge Street, Reading. For further information please contact events@reading.gov.uk

Join us for an evening of reflection to remember victims of the Holocaust.

📆 Wednesday 22 January, 6.30pm
📍 Council Chamber, Civic Offices or online at facebook.com/ReadingCouncil.

Further info and registration ➡️ www.reading.gov.uk/HMD25

#HMD25

A photo of Olly Murs. The text reads: Palmer Park Summer Series presents Olly Murs. Friday 13th June 2025. Live in Reading. With very special guests TBA. Palmer Park - Reading. 4pm - 10.30pm. Sign up for tickets now - www.legacylive.co

The Palmer Park Summer Series proudly presents Olly Murs Live in Palmer Park, Reading on 13 June 2025!

Don’t miss the chance to celebrate his 15 incredible years! Sign up now at www.legacylive.co! Limited Tickets go on sale on 31 January 🎟️

Help keep someone warm this winter by donating your old coats, fleeces, hats, gloves, or scarves!

Drop off your items to the unit in the Brunel Arcade at Reading Station, near the main ticket office and Costa Coffee.

📅 When: 14 - 15th January
🕗 8:30am-2:30pm & 5-7pm

🕯️Holocaust Memorial Day 2025

Join us on 22 January, 6.30pm, at the Council Chamber or via livestream at facebook.com/Readingcounc....
Presentations, candle lighting, a memorial ceremony, and performances by Maidenhead Synagogue Choir will be featured.

Register at www.reading.gov.uk/HMD25

#HMD25