Oxfordshire
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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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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…
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…
Tour
Caversham
Cruise from Caversham in Reading to Goring-on-thames and visit this outstanding area of natural beauty.
Passing through Mapledurham Lock, Pangbourne Meadows and Goring this is one of most memorable stretches of the Thames, with an option to return…
Music
Oxford
The Waterperry Opera Festival takes place over 10 days in the Oxfordshire countryside.
Childrens Events
Waterperry
Summer holiday fun at Waterperry Gardens. Using the compass and instructions on the trail map provided, look carefully around our gardens to find the Butterflies.
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…
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…
Participatory Event
Henley On Thames
Summertime, Jazz and afternoon tea, what makes for a better August afternoon out?
Join Hobbs of Henley as classic Dixieland jazz fills the air, for a cruise down the River Thames in their luxurious passenger vessels, before tucking into a delicious…
Christmas
Waterperry
Get into the Christmas spirit at Waterperry Gardens by visiting one of our Christmas Markets.
Childrens Events
Didcot
The Didcot Railway Centre Family Festival celebrates summer with a fun family day out with lots of entertainment
Travel back in time to the golden age of the Great Western Railway and savour the sights, sounds and smells of steam as you explore this…
Performing Arts
Oxford
Back for its 16th year - the Oxford Shakespeare Festival returns from the 22nd June - 15th August 2026.
This summer see three incredible live open air theatre shows in the castle yard of Oxford Castle Prison. Right in the heart of the city of…
Christmas
Waterperry
Get into the Christmas spirit at Waterperry Gardens by visiting one of our Christmas Markets.
Father's Day
Hambleden, Henley-on-Thames
Book a table for our Father’s Day Sunday Carvery on Sunday 21st June 2026 at our Heyworth Restaurant within the Greenlands Hotel estate.
Enjoy views of the Thames with a free pint/bottled beer or house wine or a soft drink with your four-course…
Food
Chinnor
Treat that special person with a cream tea and train ride at Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway.
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
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.
Participatory Event
Reading
Have fun with your friends, family or work colleagues for a night of 80's & 90's music on the River Thames from Reading.
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
Heritage & History
Didcot
The Didcot Railway 'Discovery Days' offer the chance to explore the 21-acre living museum with trains dating from Victorian times to the 1960s - unearth almost two centuries of railway history. Trains will not be running on these days, meaning…
Heritage & History
Didcot
Experience the excitement of the Autumn Steam Gala at Didcot Railway Centre, one of the top steam railway events in Oxfordshire. With multiple steam engines in operation, heritage train rides, live demonstrations and rare access to working areas…
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