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.
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 Easter Eggstravaganza (18th April - 21st April 25), Jousting Tournament (Saturday 3rd - Monday 5th May 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 means the calendar is crammed full of food and drink events, alongside regular farmer's markets that grace the towns and villages across the region. You'll also find heaps of family fun in the county, from farmyard attractions to steam train rides, outdoor garden trails to indoor museums. 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). For music fans the annual Wilderness Festival (31st July - 3rd August 25) is a must.
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.
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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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.
Starting and…
Heritage & History
Woodstock
Step back in time and witness the thrilling clashing of steel and thundering of hooves as knights don their armour and mount their noble steeds for the most spectacular jousting event of the year.
Experience a captivating living history medieval…
Walking
High Street, Oxford
Have fun (re-)discovering Oxford, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air, whilst exploring this historic city. Curious About Oxford visits not…
Participatory Event
Didcot
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 21-acre living museum with trains dating from Victorian times to the 1960s.
Christmas
Henley On Thames
Santa cruises will feature a well renowned family entertainer, Bertie Slippers and Santa Claus himself.
Participatory Event
Henley On Thames
A quintessentially English afternoon tea with a twist, on the spectacular New Orleans, Henley on Thames.
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
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'…
Food
Abingdon
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Gardens
Woodstock
This fabulous annual three-day show returns to the beautiful grounds of Blenheim Palace from 27th - 29th June 2025 to showcase the best of British gardening.
Heritage & History
Nr Wheatley
We're excited to announce that our Museum of Rural Life will have been open for 25 years on 10th & 11th May 2025.
To celebrate this amazing milestone, our group of amazing volunteers are hosting a day of fun and informative celebrations.
Do pop…
Indoor
Thame
Relax and unwind with friends or a loved one on an Indulgence Spa Day at the Oxford Belfry.
Choose from both a 50-minute and 25-minute treatment from an extensive list including Wellbeing Massage, Full Body Scrube, Frangipani Foot Treatment,…
Heritage & History
Woodstock
A scandalous journey through Blenheim Palace's hidden history.
Embark on a journey through the Palace's most tantalising secrets on the new Lust & Laudanum trail. The historical trail peels back the elegant veneer of aristocratic life, revealing…
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
Special Events
Oxford
Join us for this Special Interest Event as we explore some of Hardy's best-known fiction and poetry, and its contexts, in the company of leading experts on his work. Issues such as sexual equality, university access, finding a basis for Christian…
Mother's Day
Henley-on-Thames
The perfect gift for Mother’s Day at Hobbs of Henley
Special Events
Didcot
We are excited to announce that we will be welcoming back the iconic Flying Scotsman to Didcot Railway Centre to star alongside Pendennis Castle. On the 100th anniversary of their first meeting, we are beyond thrilled to bring them together again…
Food
Woodstock
The Food Festival is one of our most popular events and is set to return between Saturday 24th - Monday 26th May 2025.
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…