Hook Norton Brewery, Chipping Norton
A destination full of diversity with amazing architecture, history, and heritage. Discover what's on in Oxfordshire today and this weekend, from food fairs to trips down the river Thames, walking tours that dive into the stories and history of the area, and a host of family-friendly events that will get everyone out and about and keep them entertained. Our easy-to-use interactive calendar will help you find out what's on, whether you're visiting Oxfordshire or local to the county, you're bound to find something to suit you.
No two visits to Oxfordshire's top attractions are the same thanks to an array of themed events throughout the year. The UNESCO World Heritage site of Blenheim Palace in Woodstock boasts an enviable 'What's On' calendar including Battle of Proms Picnic Concert (6th July 2024), Salon Prive (28th - 31st August), Halloween (25th October - 3rd November ) plus a host of sports, music and festive events among the highlights. To find out what's on in Oxfordshire today or this weekend, use the search box above to narrow down your required date.
The rural geography of Oxfordshire makes food and drink events a sought-after delicacy with local produce in abundance. Up and coming highlights include the Didcot Food Festival 5th October, alongside the regular farmer's markets that grace the towns and villages across the region. Henley and its proximity to the River Thames lends itself to a renowned calendar of events including the Henley Royal Regatta (2nd - 7th July 2024), Henley Festival (10th - 14th July 2024), and Literary Festival (28th Sept - 6th Oct) which takes place every autumn.
If you're looking for what's on in Oxfordshire on a rainy day, the city of Oxford is steeped in cultural magnificence and is never short of arts events with an eclectic mix of museums throughout the county offering themed exhibitions for a variety of interests. Explore the city on foot or by bus and dive into its rich history and heritage.
Take a look at our featured list below for some inspiration on your next event in Oxfordshire, or head to the bottom of the page for many more events happening in the county.
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The guide below shows our calendar of events in Oxfordshire. Whether you're local or visiting the area, find what's happening near you by clicking the Map View button.
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Childrens Events
Chipping Norton
Fairytale Festival
️ 25th July - 2nd September 2024
Step into a magical world at Fairytale Farm! Join us for the enchanting Fairytale Festival, where dreams come alive and adventures await.
Activities:
• Interactive Storytelling: Create a new…
Childrens Events
Didcot
Buy a Railway Centre ticket for the 25th May or 26th August and see Paddington™ who will meet and greet fans at intervals throughout the day.
Food
Didcot
Annual food and drink fair, Chefs theatres and cafe. Event to be opened by Junior Bake off Champion 2024 Tilly.
Special Events
Barton Lane, Abingdon
Against Breast Cancer's Breast Walk Ever Oxfordshire is back on Sunday 15th September 2024. With 10km, half and full marathon options available, the BWE Oxon has plenty of choice for anyone looking for a walking challenge. The routes all start on…
Festival
Henley On Thames
Henley Festival is an exclusive boutique black tie festival which takes place over five days celebrating the best of UK and International music and arts. The festival is a truly unique event. It embraces a vibrant programme from pop to world music,…
Markets
Henley-on-Thames
Farm to fork has never been so important for supporting our local farms and producers, to cutting down on our carbon footprints and ultimately for being kinder to our planet.
Henley is lucky to have a fabulous Farmers Market that pops up in Market…
Childrens Events
Woodstock
This summer, Blenheim Palace is partnering with the world-famous Shaun the Sheep to create a woolly world of awesome adventure for children, offering endless fun and exploration within Adventure Play, the UNESCO World Heritage Sites outdoor family…
Arts
Watlington
Handstitched Gathered Lampshade with Aimee Payton
Jul 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – Jul 21, 2024, 4:00 PM
Lino Printing With Mark Lord
Jul 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Jul 28, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Silver Stacking Rings With Charlotte Berry
Jul 21,…
Participatory Event
Henley On Thames
A quintessentially English afternoon tea on the Thames at Henley on the spectacular New Orleans
New Year
Abingdon
New Years Eve at Courtyard By Marriott - Oxford South
Food
6 Milton Gate, Abingdon
Choose from our 2 mouth-watering hand carved meats. Can't decide, pick both!
Walking
Broad Street, Oxford
Discover the vibrant history of the oldest university in the English-speaking world on the only official University of Oxford walking tour. Learn how Oxford grew from a small market town to become the city of dreaming spires.
Starting and ending at…
Music
Oxford
The Waterperry Opera Festival takes place over 10 days in the Oxfordshire countryside.
Waterperry Gardens provides the perfect environment for all ages to enjoy opera, theatre and classical music in the most beautiful of settings and offers…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Hart Street, Henley on Thames
Have fun (re-)discovering Henley on Thames, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air, whilst finding out about this lovely Thames town. Curious…
Festival
Henley On Thames
Founded in 2007, the Henley Literary Festival has firmly established itself as one of the UK’s most popular literary festivals, bringing together punters and pundits from far and wide in an annual meeting-of-minds set across its stunning riverside…
Special Events
Oxfordshire, Oxford
Celebrate the extraordinary life of Sir Winston Churchill with us this year as we mark 150 years since his birth. Discover the pivotal moments that unfolded here at Blenheim Palace – from his birth to his heartfelt proposal to beloved wife…
Festival
Ipdsen, Wallingford
Septembersong, taking place this year on 6-8th September at Braziers Park, Oxfordshire. Because who wants the summer to end so soon?
The big idea behind Septembersong is to celebrate song, creativity and connection. The principles behind the Wood…
Theatre
Park Town, Oxford
Creation Theatre's touring company will be delivering Robert Louis Stevenson's 1883 classic Treasure Island. Treasure Island is brought to life with theatrical magic on the beautiful South Lawn of Wycliffe Hall.
Whilst retaining the narrative of…
Festival
Wheatley
The Oxford Storytelling Festival is an intimate and boutique event, weaving magic through the sharing of stories, spoken word and song. Our creative theme this year is INSPIRATION.
Outdoor Event / Activities
Henley-on-Thames
Visit the stunning sunflower field at Stonor Valley Vineyard.
Our sunflower field is now open so please visit, free of charge, from now till mid-September.
We have cut a path through thousands of flowers for you to wonder through and enjoy this…
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