🆓 Free Events in Reading

103 free events happening in Reading — no entry fee required. Concerts, exhibitions, workshops, markets and more.

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Wed 22 Jul — Thu 23 Jul

Reading Bachata Wednesdays - Classes + FREE Social Party

📍 Wesley Methodist Church

Reading Let's Connect Community Wellbeing Network at Reading Biscuit Factory

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Thu 23 Jul

Reading Let's Connect Community Wellbeing Network

📍 Reading Biscuit Factory

Read To The Beat Workshop at Cox Green Library

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Thu 23 Jul

Read To The Beat Workshop

📍 Cox Green Library

Shared Reading Group at The Standard Building

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Thu 23 Jul

Shared Reading Group

📍 The Standard Building

Reading Business Networking Event at Reading

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Fri 24 Jul

Reading Business Networking Event

📍 Reading

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Fri 24 Jul

Summer Reading Challenge Club

📍 Lillington Library & Information Centre

Get Fishing with Reading & District AA at Farnham Flint Complex

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Sat 25 Jul

Get Fishing with Reading & District AA

📍 Farnham Flint Complex

Closer at Donnington & Co. Hotel, Spa & Golf

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Sat 25 Jul

Closer

📍 Donnington & Co. Hotel, Spa & Golf

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Sat 25 Jul

ARTSFEST

📍 Pentahotel Reading

Melanin Silent Reading Club - Reading Sprint

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Sat 25 Jul

Melanin Silent Reading Club - Reading Sprint

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Sat 25 Jul

The Literati Dublin

📍 Wren Urban Nest

Book Reading Club Cork, July, 2026 at Clayton Hotel Cork City

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Sat 25 Jul

Book Reading Club Cork, July, 2026

📍 Clayton Hotel Cork City

Sunset & Sip | On The Terrace at Lola Lo! at Reading Lola Lo

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Sat 25 Jul

Sunset & Sip | On The Terrace at Lola Lo!

📍 Reading Lola Lo

St George's Holiday Club 2026 at St George the Martyr Church

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Mon 27 Jul — Fri 31 Jul

St George's Holiday Club 2026

📍 St George the Martyr Church

Family Food and Fun (28.07.26) Yateley Library - EP at Yateley Library

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Tue 28 Jul

Family Food and Fun (28.07.26) Yateley Library - EP

📍 Yateley Library

Summer Reading Challenge Club at Nuneaton Library and Information Centre

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Tue 28 Jul

Summer Reading Challenge Club

📍 Nuneaton Library and Information Centre

An Upper Thames Branch Guided Walk at BBOWT Greenham Common, Oxon. at Greenham & Crookham Common Nature Reserve

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Tue 28 Jul

An Upper Thames Branch Guided Walk at BBOWT Greenham Common, Oxon.

📍 Greenham & Crookham Common Nature Reserve

Galashiels Library Shared Reading Group at Galashiels Library

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Tue 28 Jul

Galashiels Library Shared Reading Group

📍 Galashiels Library

Pen to Print: SRC - Read, Play and Create with Books By MILE at Valence Library

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Tue 28 Jul

Pen to Print: SRC - Read, Play and Create with Books By MILE

📍 Valence Library

Book Journaling Workshop at Ballyroan Library

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Wed 29 Jul

Book Journaling Workshop

📍 Ballyroan Library

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Wed 29 Jul

Cosy Corner Chats

📍 K34 YK09

Read to the Beat- Pass the Parcel at Crossways Library

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Thu 30 Jul

Read to the Beat- Pass the Parcel

📍 Crossways Library

Pen to Print: SRC - Read, Play and Create with Books By MILE at Marks Gate Community Centre & Library

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Thu 30 Jul

Pen to Print: SRC - Read, Play and Create with Books By MILE

📍 Marks Gate Community Centre & Library

University of Reading - Atmospheric Observatory Tour at University of Reading, Atmospheric Observatory, Earley Gate, Reading

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Thu 30 Jul

University of Reading - Atmospheric Observatory Tour

📍 University of Reading, Atmospheric Observatory, Earley Gate, Reading

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How many free events are happening in Reading?

There are currently 103 free events listed in Reading. New free events are added daily — check back often for the latest listings.

What types of free events can I find in Reading?

Free events in Reading include art exhibitions, community workshops, outdoor activities, markets, live music sessions, talks, guided walks and family-friendly activities.

Do I need to book free events in Reading?

Some free events require advance booking while others are drop-in. Check individual event listings for booking details — we include direct links to register where available.

Free Things to Do in Reading

Reading offers a wealth of free events and activities throughout the year. From free gallery exhibitions and museum open days to outdoor concerts, community workshops, and seasonal markets — there's always something to enjoy without spending a penny. EventsList.co.uk updates free event listings daily with Full event descriptions, venue details, and direct booking links so you never miss out on the best free things to do in Reading.