Oxfordshire
Oxfordshire is ready to welcome you for a year rich in literature, landscape and lively cultural moments across historic Oxford, the Cotswolds and the Thames-side towns. Whether you’re exploring grand palaces, enjoying creative festivals or visiting family-friendly attractions, there’s inspiring events to discover in every season.
2026 marks the 50th anniversary of Agatha Christie’s death. Explore Wallingford Museum’s special exhibition 'Agatha Christie’s Wallingford', which looks at the Queen of Crime’s life at Winterbrook House and her deep connections to the town of Wallingford. At Blenheim Palace, the major new immersive exhibition Blueprints of Power, 14th February - 10th April 26, brings the story of architect Sir John Vanbrugh to life, as part of nationwide Vanbrugh300 celebrations. In Oxford, the Bodleian Libraries present Pets & their People, 11th March - 11th November, exploring the human–animal bond, whilst out in the north of the county, Hook Norton Brewery Sportive returns on 31st May, offering riders a scenic cycling adventure through the Oxfordshire countryside starting and finishing at the historic brewery. Along the Thames, the international acclaimed Henley Festival returns this summer from 8th - 12th July 2026, transforming the riverside into the UK’s only black‑tie music and arts festival, complete with a floating stage, fine dining and nightly fireworks.
From palace exhibitions and literary anniversaries to riverside festivals, wildlife adventures and glorious gardens, Oxfordshire offers unforgettable events and experiences throughout the year. Start planning your 2026 adventure — your Oxfordshire journey awaits.
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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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Tour
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.
Childrens Events
Gillott's Lane, Henley-on-Thames
Active Reality delivers immersive, adventure-driven VR experiences for all ages, designed to bring people together through fun, memorable, and engaging gameplay. With a focus on social connection and light physical activity, Active Reality…
Music
Hook Norton, Banbury
Music at the Crossroads is an annual 3 day music festival which raises money for national and local charities, including Blood cancer UK and the Firefighters Charity. 2026 is our 30th year and we're looking forwards to yet another fabulous weekend…
Gardens
Woodstock
Wander through vibrant, fragrance-filled displays, discover innovative garden designs and rare plant varieties, meet expert growers and floral artists. Enjoy workshops, shopping, food stalls and family activities. Join us for a weekend bursting with…
Exhibition
Woodstock
A new exhibition - Blueprints of Power - comes to Blenheim Palace in 2025 and shines a light on Sir John Vanbrugh’s taking visitors on an immersive visual experience through his early life and theatrics as playwright all the way to his high-stakes…
Tour
Oxford
Explore the fascinating city of Oxford with ease, with a City Sightseeing Bus and Walking Tour.
With 18 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' this…
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
Food
Woodstock
Taste a range of delicious delights from the carefully selected food stalls, serving cuisine from all around the world. You can also discover a myriad of artisan kitchenware traders, craft brewers, farm shops and more.
Hear from celebrity Michelin…
Sporting Events
Shiplake, Henley On Thames
Countryside
Waterperry
There are few better places to celebrate the arrival of spring than Waterperry Gardens in Oxfordshire, where the historic ornamental gardens provide the perfect setting for the Galanthus. These wonderful little heralds of spring carpet the old…
Childrens Events
Waterperry
Hop along to Waterperry Gardens this Easter holiday dressed as a bunny (optional) to find eggs that our bunny has dropped and eggsplore the beautiful Spring gardens at the same time.
Carefully hop around the gardens and sniff out the eggs. Every…
Gardens
Waterperry
There are few better places to celebrate the arrival of spring than Waterperry Gardens in Oxfordshire, where the historic ornamental gardens provide the perfect setting for the Galanthus. These wonderful little heralds of spring carpet the old…
Christmas
Henley On Thames
Santa cruises will feature a well renowned family entertainer, Bertie Slippers and Santa Claus himself.
Gardens
Waterperry
On Mothering Sunday, 15th March 2026, all Mum's receive 50% off their garden entrance fee.
Waterperry boasts beautiful displays of Snowdrops and Daffodils around our 20 acres of gardens and is the perfect excuse for a walk in the gardens.
Why not…
Other
Woodstock
Salon Privé once again presents the UK’s most stylish automotive event against the sensational backdrop of historic Blenheim Palace. Back for its 21st year, this five-day event welcomes the automotive elite. Wander across the lawns, visit the…
Show / Display
Henley
The Henley Living Advent runs every evening from Dec 1st to 24th. Like a children’s Advent Calendar, a different window or door is opened at 6:15pm promptly each evening and a 20 minute performance is given to the audience assembled.
Participatory Event
Henley On Thames
A quintessentially English afternoon tea with a twist, on the spectacular New Orleans, Henley on Thames.
Gardens
Waterperry
In Autumn, 10,000 bulbs were planted to create a meadow of yellows, oranges and creams in our gardens. This is a must-see this Spring for a stunning walk.*
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*Normal garden entrance fee…
Walking
Henley-on-Thames
Ready for the ultimate vineyard trail? Oaken Grove is thrilled to be part of the Walk Works Henley Vineyards Trail 2026 for a series of unforgettable journeys through the Chilterns. Explore local English vineyards, master the "vine to glass" story…
Sporting Event
Henley On Thames
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