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Find out what's on in Oxfordshire from cultural events in historic Oxford to countryside experiences across the Cotswolds and riverside towns along the Thames.  Discover everything from literary festivals and heritage attractions to family-friendly days outs, with inspiring events to enjoy throughout the year. Discover what's happening today, this week and throughout the summer below.

What's on in Oxford and across Oxfordshire

2026 marks the 50th anniversary of Agatha Christie’s death, with Wallingford Museum hosting a special exhibition, 'Agatha Christie’s Wallingford', exploring her life at Winterbrook House and her deep connection to the town. The new Blenheim Palace Festival brings global superstars and award-winning performers for five days of music (27 June – 4 July), while the internationally acclaimed Henley Festival returns this summer (8 – 12 July), transforming the Thames riverside into a unique cultural experience. It's a tasty time to visit the market town of Wantage, with its international food and drink festival (5 July). 

In Oxford, the Bodleian Libraries present Pets & their People, exploring the human–animal bond, (now until 11 Nov), whilst City Sightseeing Oxford offers a city bus and walking tour combination ticket, ideal for visitors looking to explore this fascinating city with ease. Returning for the summer, Oxford Castle and Prision welcomes in annual Shakespeare Festival (22 June - 15 Aug) with three open air theatre shows in the castleyard, right in the heart of Oxford.

From the historic streets of Oxford to picturesque market towns and villages, the county offers a rich calendar of events throughout the year. Plan your 2026 adventure — your Oxfordshire journey awaits.

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Events in Oxfordshire this summer

Scroll down to discover upcoming event's across Oxfordshire, or use the search filters above to find something near you.  Explore featured events happening across Oxfordshire this summer, from flower festivals and theatre to outdoor experiences, music events and family-friendly days out.  With something happening every week, there's always a new way to enjoy Oxfordshire.

Plan your visit to Oxfordshire

If you're planning to come to South East England to enjoy one of the many events in Oxfordshire, find answers below to some frequently asked questions?

Frequently asked questions about events in Oxfordshire

What are the best things to do in Oxfordshire with weekend?

This weekend in Oxfordshire you can enjoy a variety of things to do, including cultural events in Oxford, wine tasting and outdoor activities in the countryside and family-friendly experiences across the county. Browse the listings on this page or use the filters above to find something happening near you.

What's on in Oxfordshire today or this weekend?

You can find daily updated listings using the area and date filter in the search box above, or scroll down to explore the full Buckinghamshire events guide - ideal if you are looking for inspiration and ideas.

Can I plan a short break around an event?

If you're travelling from outside the area for an event in Oxfordshire, there are numerous hotels and other accommodation options to suit your needs. Search & Book Oxfordshire Accommodation to plan your stay.

Oxfordshire events near me

Discover events for day visitors, local residents and holiday makers below, or find out what's happening near you by clicking the Map View button. A visit to Oxfordshire means you're never far away for an event along the River Thames and River Cherwell, its historic market towns or cotswolds countryside.

Oxfordshire is ideally located in South East England and is one of the counties that is close to London, making it easy to visit for a day trip, short break or holiday.  It is also well connected to the other surrounding counties including Buckinghamshire and Berkshire.

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  1. Steam into Christmas

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    Christmas

    Didcot

    Steam into Christmas and help Santa find his missing reindeer at Didcot Railway Centre in Oxfordshire - The visit culminates with a visit to Santa in our giant toy workshop where he’ll hear what you want to get for Christmas and you’ll get to choose…

    Venue

    Didcot Railway Centre, South Oxfordshire

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    5 Dec 2026to6 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
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    12 Dec 2026to13 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
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    19 Dec 2026to23 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
  2. Cream Tea & Steam Train Day Rover Ticket

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    Food

    Chinnor

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

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    From:
    2 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 17:00
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    4 Oct 2026Open 10:30 - 17:00
  3. Vintage Afternoon Tea Cruises with Hobbs of Henley

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    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

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    26 July 2026Open 12:30 - 18:00
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    30 Aug 2026Open 12:30 - 18:00
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    13 Sept 2026Open 12:30 - 18:00
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    10 May 2027
  4. Blenheim Palace Festival

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    Festival

    Woodstock

    Launching this summer, Blenheim Palace Festival 2026 is a brand-new five-day celebration of music and the arts, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Blenheim Palace in Woodstock — one of Britain’s most iconic stately homes.

    Venue

    Blenheim Palace, West Oxfordshire

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    27 June 2026Open 17:00 - 23:00
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    28 June 2026Open 17:00 - 23:00
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    30 June 2026Open 17:00 - 23:00
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    4 July 2026Open 17:00 - 23:00
  5. Wine on the Terrace at Oaken Grove Vineyard

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    Vineyard / Wine

    Henley-on-Thames

    Enjoy an afternoon on the terrace overlooking the beautiful vines at Oaken Grove Vineyard, near Henley-on-Thames.

    The wine terrace is open most Saturdays and some Sundays to sip wine from the vineyard and enjoy tasty food options whilst overlooking…

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    Oaken Grove Vineyard, Oxfordshire

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    5 July 2026
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    26 Sept 2026
  6. Wind Down After Work

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    Health & Wellbeing

    Marlow

    Relax, Recharge, Reset with an after work wind down session at Danesfield House Hotel

    Dates

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    16 Feb 2026to30 June 2026Various Opening Times
  7. Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials

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    Sporting Events

    Woodstock

    The Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials is one of the UK’s leading equestrian events, held in the spectacular grounds of Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire. Combining world-class eventing with a vibrant shopping village, food experiences and…

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    Blenheim Palace, West Oxfordshire

    Dates

    From:
    17 Sept 2026to20 Sept 2026Open 11:00 - 17:00
  8. Free Pets & their People Exhibition

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    Exhibition

    Oxford

    Explore the fantastic free Pets and their People exhibition at the Weston Library in Oxford. Delving into the relationship between humans and their pets over ten thousand years with stories, images and poetry from the Bodleian Library collection

    Dates

    From:
    11 Mar 2026to27 Sept 2026
  9. Brightwell Vineyard Tour & Tasting

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    Vineyard / Wine

    Wallingford

    Take a tour and learn more about English wine production at Brightwell Vineyard in Oxfordshire. Located on the outskirts of the beautiful Wallingford village, guests can enjoy a one hour tour and the chance to taste three of the wines produced at…

    Venue

    Brightwell Vineyard, Oxfordshire

    Dates

    From:
    28 June 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
  10. Grape Harvest Time at Brightwell Vineyard

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    Vineyard / Wine

    Wallingford

    Looking for an authentic experience?  Join in the fun of pulling in the grapes this harvest time at Brightwell Vineyard in Oxfordshire

    Venue

    Brightwell Vineyard, Oxfordshire

    Dates

    From:
    1 Oct 2026to31 Oct 2026
  11. Dinosaurs are Forever at Blenheim Palace

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    Childrens Events

    Woodstock

    Dinosaurs Are Forever comes to Blenheim Palace this summer - a major new exhibition by artist Jay Burridge, created in partnership with the Oxford University Museum of Natural History. At the heart of the exhibition are five monumental sculptures of…

    Venue

    Blenheim Palace, West Oxfordshire

    Dates

    From:
    11 Aug 2026to1 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 17:30
  12. Marlow Dragon Boat Festival

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    Sporting Events

    Shiplake, Henley On Thames

    Dates

    From:
    16 June 2027
  13. Earth Trust - HandleBards Open Air Theatre

    Earth Trust - HandleBards Open Air Theatre

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    Performance

    Abingdon

    Join HandleBards Open Air Theatre troupe at Earth Trust in Oxfordshire for a fantastically funny, bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’ and Macbeth.

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    Earth Trust, Vale of White Horse

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    2 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    19 July 2026Open 17:00 - 19:00
  14. Steam Days at the Didcot Railway Centre

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    Heritage & History

    Didcot

    Savour the sights, sounds and smells of steam; take unlimited rides behind a fully sized Steam Locomotive at Didcot Railway Centre in Oxfordshire.

    Venue

    Didcot Railway Centre, South Oxfordshire

    Dates

    From:
    27 June 2026to28 June 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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    4 July 2026to5 July 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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    11 July 2026to12 July 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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    18 July 2026to19 July 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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    25 July 2026to26 July 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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    29 July 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
  15. Celebrating Ceramics and Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair

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    Arts

    Waterperry

    Mark your calendars for 10-12 July 2026 because Craft In Focus is returning once again to Waterperry Gardens, Oxfordshire, with not one, but two events – the Celebrating Ceramics Festival and the Desire Jewellery and Silversmithing Fair.

    Venue

    Waterperry Gardens, Oxford

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    From:
    10 July 2026to12 July 2026Open 09:30 - 16:30
  16. Oxford City Bus & Walking Tour

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    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…

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    City Sightseeing Oxford, Oxfordshire

    Dates

    From:
    13 Feb 2026to30 Sept 2026
  17. Halloween at Blenheim Palace

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    Halloween

    Woodstock

    Take a daring journey through a newly imagined trail where every twist reveals something sinister at Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire this Halloween and October half term.

    Venue

    Blenheim Palace, West Oxfordshire

    Dates

    From:
    22 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
  18. The Undercroft Farmers Market

    Type

    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:
    13 Feb 2026to30 June 2026Various Opening Times
  19. Waterperry Opera Festival

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    Oxford

    The Waterperry Opera Festival takes place over 10 days in the Oxfordshire countryside.  

    Venue

    Waterperry Gardens, Oxford

    Dates

    From:
    7 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026
  20. Village Fete at Kingston Bagpuize House

    Type

    Type:

    Fete / Fair

    Abingdon

    The Garden of Kingston Bagpuize House has been the venue for the Village Fête for over 40 years.

    This is a true community event, with many villagers taking part in supporting their local groups, clubs and societies.

    Venue

    Kingston Bagpuize House & Garden, South Oxfordshire

    Dates

    From:
    27 June 2026Open 13:00 - 16:00