Blenheim Palace Food Festival returns to the palace grounds in May 2025

Blenheim Palace Food Festival

24th - 26th May 2025

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Come and discover an event-ful destination full of amazing architecture, charming market towns, rolling countryside, history, and heritage.  Find out 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 keep them entertained. 2025 see's the museum of rural life at Waterperry Gardens celebrate its 25th anniversary, whilst the Weston Library, part of Bodleian Libraries, also celebrates 10 years since it opened its doors this year. 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. 

What's on in Oxfordshire today?

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 Easter Eggstravaganza (18th April - 21st April 25), Jousting Tournament (Saturday 3rd - Monday 5th May 2025), Blenheim Palace Food Festival (24th - 26th May 2025), Nocturne Live (18th - 22nd June 2025) plus a host of sports, music and festive events among the highlights. To find out what's on in Oxfordshire, use the search box above to narrow down your required date.

The rural geography of Oxfordshire means the calendar is crammed full of food and drink events, alongside regular farmer's markets that grace the towns and villages across the region. You'll also find heaps of family fun in the county, from farmyard attractions to steam train rides, outdoor garden trails to indoor museums. Henley and its proximity to the River Thames lends itself to a renowned calendar of events including Henley Arts Trail (3rd - 5th May 2025) (F), Henley Royal Regatta (1st - 6th July 2025), and Henley Festival (9th - 13th July 2025). 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.

Afternoon Tea at Courtyard by Marriott Oxford South

What's on in Oxfordshire?

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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  1. Blenheim Palace Food Festival

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    Food

    Woodstock

    The Food Festival is one of our most popular events and is set to return between Saturday 24th - Monday 26th May 2025.

    Venue

    Blenheim Palace, West Oxfordshire

    Dates

    From:
    24 May 2025to26 May 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
  2. Curious About Oxford (Colleges)

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    Type:

    Walking

    High Street, Oxford

    Have fun (re-)discovering Oxford, 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 exploring this historic city. Curious About Oxford visits not…

    Dates

    From:
    1 July 2025to31 Mar 2026Open 09:00 - 18:00
  3. VE Day 80 - Henley at War

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    Type:

    Tour

    Henley-on-Thames

    Explore the host of events happening on Saturday 10th May in Henley on Thames as part of the VE Day 80 Anniversary 

    Dates

    From:
    10 May 2025Open 09:30 - 15:00
  4. The Undercroft Farmers Market

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    Type:

    Shopping

    Watlington

    There's nothing like fresh fruit and vegetables from a local food market when on holiday.
    The Undercroft Market takes place every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday in the market town of Watlington, Oxfordshire

    Dates

    From:
    15 Feb 2025to31 July 2025Various Opening Times
  5. Black Oxford Untold Stories Bus & Walking Tour

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    Type:

    Heritage & History

    Oxford

    Journey back in time with an award-winning creative, producer, and historian to uncover the rich narratives of Black scholars in academia, law, politics, and the arts. Walk the paths they walked, discover where they shared ideas, and made their…

    Dates

    From:
    3 May 2025Open 13:00 - 14:50
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    24 May 2025Open 13:00 - 14:50
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    28 June 2025Open 13:00 - 14:50
  6. Wood Festival

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    Festival

    Ipsden

    The award-winning festival of music and nature held in the beautiful Chiltern hills at Braziers Park. Alongside a full programme of musical artists on two stages, Wood hosts two days of talks and interviews, and runs over 50 workshops and activities…

    Dates

    From:
    16 May 2025to18 May 2025Various Opening Times
  7. Giffords Circus at Blenheim Palace

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    Type:

    Performing Arts

    Oxfordshire

    Giffords Circus is commemorating its 25th anniversary with the debut of their new 2025 show, Laguna Bay, at Blenheim Palace. Set in the buoyant and sunny era of 1950’s America, Laguna Bay is a spectacular blend of fun, excitement and charm.

    Dates

    From:
    22 May 2025to2 June 2025
  8. Cream Tea & Steam Train Day Rover Ticket

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    Type:

    Food

    Chinnor

    Treat that special person with a cream tea and train ride at Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway.

    Dates

    From:
    15 June 2025Open 10:30 - 17:00
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    29 June 2025Open 10:30 - 17:00
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    5 Oct 2025Open 10:30 - 17:00
  9. Forest Silence

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    Type:

    Music

    Shipton-under-Wychwood, Chipping Norton

    For centuries, solitude in nature has been an essential need for Europeans, as well as an inspiration for artists, writers and, so it would seem, composers. The idea of 'being at one with nature' also suggests a restorative state of mind, connecting…

    Dates

    From:
    7 June 2025Open 03:00 - 05:00
  10. 25 Year Celebration at The Museum – Waterperry Gardens

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    Type:

    Heritage & History

    Nr Wheatley

    We're excited to announce that our Museum of Rural Life will have been open for 25 years on 10th & 11th May 2025.

    To celebrate this amazing milestone, our group of amazing volunteers are hosting a day of fun and informative celebrations.

    Do pop…

    Dates

    From:
    10 May 2025to11 May 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
  11. Curious About Henley on Thames

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    Type:

    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…

    Dates

    From:
    1 July 2025to31 Mar 2026Open 09:00 - 18:00
  12. Music at the Crossroads

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    Type:

    Music

    Banbury

    Enjoy 19 hours of live music over 2 stages, beer tent, yummy food & camping at Hook Norton Brewery, Oxfordshire.

    Music at the Crossroads is an annual 3-day music festival which raises money for national and local charities, including Blood cancer…

    Dates

    From:
    4 July 2025to6 July 2025
  13. Vintage Afternoon Tea Cruises with Hobbs of Henley

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    Type:

    Participatory Event

    Henley On Thames

    A quintessentially English afternoon tea with a twist, on the spectacular New Orleans, Henley on Thames.

    Venue

    Hobbs of Henley Boat Trips, Oxfordshire

    Hobbs of Henley Boat Hire, Oxfordshire

    Dates

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    11 May 2025
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    16 June 2025
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    27 July 2025
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    31 Aug 2025
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    14 Sept 2025
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    5 Oct 2025
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    27 Apr 2026
  14. Nocturne Live

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    Oxfordshire


    Dates

    From:
    18 June 2025to22 June 2025Open 16:30 - 23:00
  15. Blenheim Palace Flower Show

    Type

    Type:

    Gardens

    Woodstock

    This fabulous annual three-day show returns to the beautiful grounds of Blenheim Palace from 27th - 29th June 2025 to showcase the best of British gardening.

    Dates

    From:
    27 June 2025to29 June 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
  16. Sunday Carvery 2025

    Type

    Type:

    Food

    Abingdon

    Sunday Carvery Dates for the Diary New Year New Carvery!! 5 Courses plus Tea and Coffee £19.95 per person / £14.95 under 12's / under 3 eat free

    23.02.2025 09.03.2025 23.03.2025 06.04.2025 20.04.2025 04.05.2025 18.05.2025

    Dates

    From:
    23 Feb 2025to18 May 2025
  17. Oxford City Bus & Walking Tour

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    Oxford

    Explore the fascinating city of Oxford with ease, with a City Sightseeing Bus and Walking Tour.  

    With 20 bus stops to hop on and off at, entry to the Carfax Tower to enjoy views of Oxford and a 45 minute walking tour 'Stepping Through Oxford'…

    Dates

    From:
    14 Feb 2025to31 July 2025
  18. Marlow Dragon Boat Festival

    Type

    Type:

    Sporting Events

    Shiplake, Henley On Thames

    Dates

    From:
    16 June 2025
  19. Dance For VE Day

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    Type:

    Special Events

    Henley-on-Thames

    Step back in time to wartime Henley and celebrate the end of World War II with a fully immersive 1940s Dance Hall Experience. This fantastic event is a tribute to the weekly entertainment that the council provided for residents, evacuees, and…

    Dates

    From:
    9 May 2025Open 19:30 - 23:00
  20. Full Day Bliss at 1893 Spa

    Type

    Type:

    Health & Wellbeing

    North Stoke, Wallingford

    Treat yourself to a full spa day at the 1893 Spa located in the Springs Resort, Wallingford, Oxfordshire. 

    Immerse yourself in the hydrotherapy pool and enjoy full use of our steam room, sauna and peaceful relaxation room. Experience total…

    Dates

    From:
    16 Feb 2025to31 July 2025