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Looking for something to do in Oxford? Whether you're a local, new in town or just cruising through we've got loads of great tips and events to offer. Find out what’s on in Oxford with our regularly updated events calendar featuring the best upcoming events in Oxford and the area.

This guide lists events at a glance, showing what’s on each month. See the highlights of What’s On for Oxford, featuring the best of things to do in Oxford – Live Music and Gigs, Family Events, Art & Culture, Food & Drink and much more. Oxford fundraisers and charity events.

Important This Event Calendar is not maintained on a daily basis and some events may have changed dates or are no longer happening. Please double-check the event websites for the most up-to-date information.

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  • Phase | Pattern | Pulse – The Sextets

    Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities The Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities Radcliffe Observatory Quarter Woodstock Road, Oxford, Oxford

    Presented in full 360° immersive audio, these three sextets - Sextet, Double Sextet and Six Marimbas - distill Steve Reich’s musical language into its purest form: interlocking rhythmic figures, subtle shifts, and harmonies which seem to vibrate in the air. In this innovative format the piece becomes a kinetic experience, moving through space as much as through time. Developed […]

    £16.50

  • Hayao Miyazaki’s Dreams by Mystery Ensemble

    Holywell Music Room Oxford, Holywell St, OX1 3SB, Oxford, Oxford

    Following a previous sell-out performance, this best-selling concert from Mystery Ensemble comes to Oxford! The Miyazaki Dreams concert is an immersion in the fabulous atmosphere of anime of the world-famous Japanese director and Oscar winner Hayao Miyazaki. Mystery Ensemble has collected magical music from his anime and compositions inspired by his creations. The evening programme […]

    £27

  • A Taste of Provence: 4-Course Dinner & Mirabeau Wine Pairing Experience

    Head of the River Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, Oxford

    Join us for a relaxed summer evening on our beautiful Mirabeau Lawn, where we'll be showcasing a carefully curated selection of Mirabeau wines, each perfectly paired with a seasonal menu. Begin the evening with delicious canapés and a welcome glass of Mirabeau La Folie, before enjoying a three-course dinner featuring expertly matched wines throughout. MENU (subject to seasonal […]

    £50

  • The Crawl

    Old Fire Station 40 George St, Oxford, Oxford

    The Crawl Old Fire Station 2 October 2026, 7:30PM Tickets here In this explosive physical comedy, two swimmers go head-to head in the race of a lifetime – with no water.  Facing off in the competition this year: Mytha, a decorated swimmer from the icy north, and Steve, a plucky underdog from Dead-endton, UK. And don’t discount […]

    £10 – £15

  • Mark Thomas: 40 In Stand Up Years

    North Wall Arts Centre South Parade, Oxford, Oxford

    What?! Mark Thomas has been ‘standing up’ for 40 years? Impossible!! But how old does that make you…? Alas it is true; one of our oldest surviving alternative comics celebrates 40 years at the mic as he takes his brand-new show on the road this autumn.   So, here’s what he has done so far […]

    £16 – £28

  • Madder Valley Railway Special Running Days at Pendon Museum

    Pendon Museum Long Wittenham, Abingdon, Abingdon

    John Ahern's historic model railway that inspired the modern model railway hobby will be running on a select few days a year at Pendon Museum to help preserve this incredible creation. Normal museum admission prices apply and there is no need to book in advance. Make sure to pick up a copy of our recently […]

    Free

  • An unmissable traditional JUMBLE SALE

    Jubilee Pavilion Recreation Ground, Mackney Lane, Brightwell cum Sotwell OX10 0SQ, Brightwell cum Sotwell, Brightwell cum Sotwell

    Are Jumble Sales still a thing? They used to be the best way to buy bargains before charity shops popped up on the high street. And they are still really popular but you might not have spotted them before. So now you can experience a traditional Jumble Sale in Brightwell cum Sotwell! Rummage through clothes, bags, […]

    Free

  • Doug Scott Memorial Lecture 2026 Everest South West Face 50 Years on

    Oxford University Museum of Natural History South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PW, Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Oxford University Museum of Natural History

    Acclaimed mountaineers Paul 'Tut' Braithwaite and John Porter will be sharing their memories of Doug Scott at this evening of celebration marking the first successful ascent of Everest, 50 years ago. Sir Chris Bonington led this historic expedition in 1975 and the ascent of Mount Everest by Doug Scott and Dougal Haston via the notoriously […]

    £20

  • UN Older People’s Day 2026

    Oxford Town Hall St Aldate's Oxford, OX1 1BX, oxford, oxford

    Free and Accessible, Oxford's UN Older People’s Day is a popular, annual networking event organised by the Oxford 50+ Network with the support of Oxford City Council. It takes place each October, to coincide with the UN designated International Day of Older Persons, and is an event celebrating Oxford (and Oxfordshire's) older residents. It offers the […]

    Free

  • Legends of Motown live at The Beacon

    The Beacon Portway, Wantage, Wantage

    Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown's biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music of the iconic and timeless Motown era. Undoubtedly the golden era of music, the show pays tribute to the legendary artists that appeared on the Motown label during […]

    £23.00

  • Nigel Kennedy

    New Theatre Oxford 24-26 George St, Oxford , UK, Oxford, Oxford

    Virtuoso violinist Nigel Kennedy returns for his first – and biggest - UK tour in over ten years. The world’s best-selling violinist will be celebrating his 70th birthday in 2026 and is as fresh and entertaining as ever.    This will be a unique evening of classical, jazz, and contemporary repertoire from the UK’s greatest […]

    £43.16

  • The CJ Ensemble performs at St Mary Magdalene Church, Woodstock

    St Mary Magdalene Church Park St, Woodstock, OX20 1SJ, Woodstock near Oxford, Woodstock near Oxford

    Unique interpretations of jazz standards, classical music, latin and folk, played by four remarkable musicians.  A hallmark of the ensemble is their musicianship across a diverse range of genres, from startlingly beautiful classical pieces to unusual interpretations of the famous jazz repertoire, together with pop and folk music. The performers -  Alastair Penman - Award-winning […]

    £14
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