There are many events that are held throughout the District some of which are of international acclaim for example the Maldon Mud Race, Burnham Week, Burnham Festival, Maldon Regatta and Maldon Victorian Evenings.

2003 marks the 400th anniversary of a visit to the District by the bard and his theatre company. To celebrate, Maldon District Council worked with Maldon Promotions Group, Maldon Town Council and local businesses to bring the Shakespeare Festival.