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

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24th - 26th May 2025

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A destination full of diversity with amazing architecture, history, and heritage. Discover 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 get everyone out and about and keep them entertained. 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 Christmas at Blenheim Palace, (15th November - 1st January 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 today or this weekend, use the search box above to narrow down your required date.

The rural geography of Oxfordshire makes food and drink events a sought-after delicacy with local produce in abundance, alongside the regular farmer's markets that grace the towns and villages across the region. Henley and its proximity to the River Thames lends itself to a renowned calendar of events including Henley Arts Trail (3rd - 5th May 2025), 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.

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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. Henley Royal Regatta

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    Sporting Event

    Henley-on-Thames

    Henley Royal Regatta is undoubtedly the best-known regatta in the world, and a highlight of both the summer sporting calendar and the social season.

    Dates

    From:
    1 July 2025to6 July 2025
  2. Marlow Dragon Boat Festival

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    Sporting Events

    Shiplake, Henley On Thames

    Dates

    From:
    16 June 2025
  3. Easter Eggstravaganza

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    Childrens Events

    Woodstock

    The egg-citing Easter weekend will fill the Walled Garden with fun this Spring.

    Visit Blenheim Palace for a perfect family day out during the 2025 Easter weekend.

    Hop along to the Walled Garden to enjoy a whole host of egg-citing activities!…

    Dates

    From:
    18 Apr 2025to21 Apr 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
  4. Don’t Rock The Boat

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    Type:

    Theatre

    Reading

    Enjoy a delicious two-course meal and tickets to enjoy the theatre show - Don't Rock the Boat at the Mill at Sonning near Reading.

    This brilliant comedy follows the story of a property tycoon Arthur Bullhead is on a mission to seal the deal of…

    Dates

    From:
    10 July 2025to6 Sept 2025
  5. Afternoon Tea 2025

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    Type:

    Food

    Abingdon

    Afternoon Tea Pricing: £19.95 per person without Prosecco, £25.00 per person with Prosecco. Special offer for two – £35.00 without Prosecco, £45.00 with Prosecco

    Dates

    From:
    1 Feb 2025to31 May 2025
  6. Wilderness Festival

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    Festival

    Cornbury Park, Charlbury

    Wilderness is the multi-award winning 4-day festival combining live music, contemporary arts, and an array of theatre, craftsmanship,p and dining experiences. It's a rich tapestry of musicians, chefs, thinkers, actors, outdoor experts, and teachers.

    Dates

    From:
    31 July 2025to3 Aug 2025
  7. 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 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
  8. Spring Greens Exhibition at The Gallery - Waterperry

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    Arts

    Nr Wheatley

    Spring Greens is the first in our new exhibition programme for 2025. With new growth and the promise of brighter days just around the corner, we have a fabulous collection of new works to lift the spirits.

    Our 18th Century barn gallery will be the…

    Dates

    From:
    15 Feb 2025to27 Apr 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
  9. Vintage Afternoon Tea Cruises with Hobbs of Henley

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    Participatory Event

    Henley On Thames

    A quintessentially English afternoon tea on the Thames at Henley on the spectacular New Orleans

    Venue

    Hobbs of Henley Boat Trips, Oxfordshire

    Hobbs of Henley Boat Hire, Oxfordshire

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    27 Apr 2025
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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
  10. Foraging at Heath Farm

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    Food

    Chipping Norton

    Have you ever foraged for wild foods before? Would you like to learn what is in season that can be foraged? Includes makes & bakes/refreshments at the end. Participants are also welcome to go wild swimming in the lake! Max 20 people, adults only,…

    Dates

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    22 Mar 2025Open 14:00 - 17:00
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    10 May 2025Open 14:00 - 17:00
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    2 Aug 2025Open 14:00 - 17:00
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    4 Aug 2025Open 14:00 - 17:00
  11. Fairport's Cropredy Convention 2025

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    Festival

    Banbury

    Fairport's Cropredy Convention 2025
    7th - 9th August
    Cropredy Village, nr Banbury, Oxfordshire

    Taking place across the 7th, 8th and 9th of August 2025, the 3 day festival of folk, roots and rock will once again transform the bucolic village of…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Aug 2025to9 Aug 2025Open 14:00 - 23:50
  12. Set menu 2 course £23.00, 3 course £28.00

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    Food

    Abingdon

    SPECIAL SET MENU AVILABLE
    £23.00 2COURSE £28.00 3 COURSE

    Go on, treat yourself!
    Indulge in a delicious meal:
    2 Courses – £23.00
    3 Courses – £28.00
    you deserve something special!


    Dates

    From:
    1 Feb 2025to31 Mar 2025
  13. The Space Vault Exhibition

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    Exhibitions

    Henley-on-Thames

    We have lift off for all you space enthusiasts out there with The Space Vault Exhibition coming to the River & Rowing Museum this July.

    Using immersive audio and visuals, and comprising one of the UK's largest private collections of space…

    Dates

    From:
    1 July 2024to1 July 2025
  14. Open Tap Tasting Evening

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    Type:

    Pop Up Event

    Hook Norton, Banbury

    If you love trying new things, head along to Hook Norton Brewery for the Open Tap Tasting Evenings.

    These open tap tasting evenings give you the chance to try both current and future classics made right there on site.

    Event runs from 5pm -…

    Dates

    From:
    12 Mar 2025Open 17:00 - 20:00
  15. Big Easter Bunny Hunt

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    Childrens Events

    Nr Wheatley

    Hop along to Waterperry Gardens this Easter holiday dressed as a bunny (optional) to find the missing carrots our bunny has dropped and take in the beautiful Spring gardens at the same time.

    Our Waterperry bunny has dropped carrots all around our…

    Dates

    From:
    29 Mar 2025to21 Apr 2025Open 10:00 - 17:30
  16. An evening with Owls

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    Type:

    Countryside

    Chipping Norton

    JOin special guest host Chrissie Gaines, founder of Chrissie's Owl Sanctuary and a a selection of her rescued flock for an enchanting evening learning about the past, present and future of these legendary birds or prey.

    Dates

    From:
    22 Mar 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
  17. Pewter Pendants Workshop

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    Type:

    Arts

    Chipping Norton

    With guidance from our founder, you will carve moulds from soft cuttle shells, before harnessing the heat of the campfire to cast your your unique pewter pendant creations.

    Dates

    From:
    16 Feb 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00
  18. Once Upon a Dinosaur: February Half-Term Fun at Fairytale Farm

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    Childrens Events

    Chipping Norton

    Step back in time and experience a dino-mite adventure at Fairytale Farm this February half-term! From Saturday 15th to Sunday 23rd February, our much-loved Once Upon a Dinosaur event is back—bigger, better, and packed with prehistoric fun for the…

    Dates

    From:
    15 Feb 2025to23 Feb 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
  19. Wood Festival

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    Type:

    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:
    18 May 2025Open 15:00 - 23:00
  20. Hobbs of Henley Santa Cruise

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    Type:

    Christmas

    Henley On Thames

    Santa cruises will feature a well renowned family entertainer, Bertie Slippers and Santa Claus himself.

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    21 Dec 2025
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    22 Dec 2025
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    23 Dec 2025