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Welcome to Oxford

Enjoy a mix of heritage, history, lively arts whilst visiting Oxford - our guide to events and days out is just the ticket.

Whether you're looking to brush up on local history at a museum, enjoy local arts, watch some sport, or listen to live music, you're sure to find things to do in Oxford to suit all the family, whatever the weather.

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Forthcoming events in Oxford

05
NOV
The Brief Life & Mysterious Death of Boris III
The North Wall Arts Centre

The year is 1943 and Bulgaria has just told Hitler where to stick it.Europes major powers are at war and King Boris III must choose a side or be swept away. A raucous and poignant tale in which a bunch of underdogs…

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07
NOV
Travis Jay: Travisty (14+)
The Glee Club Oxford

Following his sell‐out show at Londons Bloomsbury Theatre his Run at Soho Theatre and a critically acclaimed Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut in 2019 Travis Jay brings his brand‐new show Travisty on his debut TOUR. 26 Dates up and down the country Expect…

TEL: 08714 720400
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09
NOV
Saturday Night Comedy (18+)
The Glee Club Oxford

Treat yourself to an evening of award‐winning comedy Four superb stand‐up comedians that will keep you laughing until Monday.DOORS OPEN6:30PMLAST ENTRY7:15PMThis event is for over 18s only ‐ no refunds will be issued for under 18s. All under 25s may require government‐issued…

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09
NOV
Toddle About Baby Show Oxfordshire
The King's Centre

.The Toddle About Baby Show provides expectant parents and parents with young children a great shopping opportunity and expert advice and demos on all things bump baby and toddler ‐ all under one roof. The show attracts visitors and businesses from all…

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TEL: 07975 904902
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17
NOV
Oxford Etsy Christmas Market
Examination Schools, University of Oxford,

.Our Oxford Etsy Team Christmas market is back once again in the stunning setting of the Oxford University Examination Schools. With over 70 local makers and sellers. We have a mix of handmade home accesories jewellery stationery ceramics clothes artwork prints vintage…

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05
DEC
Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight
University Church of Saint Mary

Enjoy an exceptional musical evening in the lead‐up to Christmas with a performance of Vivaldis timeless classic The Four Seasons along with Rachmaninovs ever‐popular SecondPiano Concerto in the spectacular candlelit setting of University Church of Saint Mary the Virgin in…

TEL: 03336 664466
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07
DEC
Oxford Castle and Prison Ghost Hunt and Sleepover
Oxford Castle and Prison

.This Ghost Hunt at Oxford Castle is a real investigation. We dont fake any activity and do not use actors. You will have complete access to our paranormal equipment throughout the evening.For just £65 per person deposit option available youll enjoy the…

TEL: 07715 434540
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13
DEC
Ceremonies of Carols: A Celebration of Britten
Christ Church Cathedral

.Benjamin Brittens A Ceremony of Carols composed in 1942 for upper voices and harp creates an imagined service of seasonal hymns songs and carols from the late Middle Ages weaving texts that are at times joyful melancholic wistful and longing…

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23
DEC
G4 Christmas - Oxford Town Hall
Oxford Town Hall

.Get ready for a spectacular Christmas celebration with G4Escape into their world of mesmerising harmonies beautifully‐blended voices and impeccable showmanship within an idyllic festive settingJon Jai Mike and Duncan are delighted to bring their hotly‐anticipated 20th Anniversary G4 CHRISTMAS tour…

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02
FEB
Quirky Wedding Fayre
Oxford Town Hall

Oxford Are you ready to up your wedding planning gameThe Quirky Wedding Fayre brings together the most unique wedding suppliers in a truly quirky venue to help make your wedding one of a kindAre you fed up of going around wedding fairs…

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03
FEB
Queen Extravaganza: Celebrating 50 years of Bohemi
New Theatre Oxford

Fans of legendary rock band Queen can look forward to another kind of magic in 2025 when the official tribute band Queen Extravaganza tours the UK and Ireland to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the iconic anthem Bohemian Rhapsody.Hand‐picked by Roger Taylor…

TEL: 02072 061174
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Tourist Attractions


Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace, the Formal Gardens and Park are now open daily until 29th October.From 1st November, the Palace, Park and Gardens are open Wednesdays through to Sundays until 10th December. Situated just 8 miles from Oxford on A44, the Palace was created a World Heritage site in 1987…

Oxford Castle

If you thought Oxford was just about elegant spires and world‐class academia then think again brbrOxford CastleUnlocked reveals Oxford's less well known history, one that's rich with tales of great escapes, betrayal and even romanceall within the walls of this ancient castle and prison.brbrbrbrThe…

Museum of Oxford

The Museum of Oxford is the only museum that is dedicated to the history of Oxford and its University.Town Hall, Oxford The museum is located in the historic Town Hall, and the entrance is off St Aldate's on the corner of Blue Boar Street.…

Oxfordshire Museum

Situated at the heart of the historic town of Woodstock, the award‐winning redevelopment of Fletcher's House provides a home for the new county museum.Set in attractive gardens, the new museum celebrates Oxfordshire in all its diversity and features collections of local history, art, archaeology, landscape and wildlife as…

Pitt Rivers Museum

The Pitt Rivers Museum is the University of Oxford's museum of anthropology and world archaeology.Founded in 1884 following a gift to the University from General Pitt Rivers it retains its unique period atmosphere with dense displays of artefacts, many in the original wooden display cabinets. …

Didcot Railway Centre

Join us in our rural setting based around the original engine shed.The Great Western Society has had a home in Didcot since 1967 and the range of activities and facilities on offer is substantial.The collection of Great Western coaches is probably the most comprehensive…

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Want to see what other attractions to visit when in Oxford? See our list of attractions in Oxford, including theme parks, castles, historic houses, zoos and many more family days out.


Updated: 03/11/2024 03:44:19

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