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Oxford Events Calendar

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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  • Traditional Village Fete in a glorious private garden in Brightwell cum Sotwell

    Sotwell House Bell Lane, Brightwell cum Sotwell, Brightwell cum Sotwell

    Have you ever hooked a duck or thrown a quoit? Are you looking for that vintage bargain or retro relic on the White Elephant Stall (the biggest in the world!)? Maybe you would like to buy that perfect painting or a pottery plate made by local artists. As ever you will be able to enjoy […]

    £2 – £50

  • Oxford Brick Festival

    The Kings Centre Osney Mead, Oxford, Oxford

    A LEGO fan event dedicated to all things brick! This will be a great day for families, collectors, adult builders and every other kind of LEGO fan. With lots to see and do including speed building competitions, large scale displays, activities, traders selling loose bricks, new LEGO sets, retired LEGO sets, minifigures & accessories plus […]

    £2 – £20

  • Fleur Fest 2026

    Fleur De Lys East Hagbourne 30 Main Road, East Hagbourne, Didcot, East Hagbourne, Didcot

    Our sell-out FLEUR FEST weekend is BACK for 2026!  Join us for an EPIC weekend of music, dancing, drinking and good times at our annual sell-out music festival. Don’t delay! Buy your tickets today by emailing info@thefleurdelyspub.co.uk or by popping into The Fleur De Lys in East Hagbourne or The Mulberry pub in Didcot. 𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟭𝟳𝗧𝗛 […]

    £12 – £100

  • Caption Comics Festival

    Seacourt Hall 3 Church Way, Botley, Oxford, Oxford

    The 2026 Caption Comics Festival, dedicated to independent and self-published sequential art, will be held in Oxford at Seacourt Hall on the weekend of the 8th-9th of August.  Caption is the UK’s longest running comics event that focuses on professional networking, support and community. This year’s guests include Broken Frontier’s Six To Watch comics creators […]

    £20 – £30

  • An evening of clairvoyance with Cindy Acres

    North Oxford Christian Spiritualist Church 11A Middle Way, Summertown, Oxford, Oxford

    We are delighted to welcome Cindy Acres to NOCSC for an evening of clairvoyance Tuesday 22nd September 2026 Doors open at 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start £6 on the door All welcome Limited parking is available Contact our President Caroline on 07986 570260 for more information

    £6.00

  • Wine and cheese night with Oxford Classic Jazz Quartet.

    West Oxford Community Centre Botley Road, Oxford, OX2 0BT, OXFORD, OXFORD

    A relaxed evening  of superb 1920s/30s jazz songs and ragtime with a quartet of accomplished professional musicians: "Put on your glad rags and enjoy the elegance and brilliance of top classic jazz musicians playing the beautiful music of the Jazz Age!" https://classicjazz.co.uk/public-gigs/

    £10 – £15

  • Literary Escape Festival

    West Oxford Community Centre Oxford, Botley Rd, Oxford OX2 0BT, UK, Oxford, Oxford

    Literary Escape Festival is coming to Oxford! Join us on Saturday 12 September 2026 at West Oxford Community Centre for a celebration of books, independent authors, readers and creative businesses. Literary Escape Festival brings together indie authors from across the UK, giving readers the chance to discover new books, meet the people behind them and […]

    £3.50

  • Stand up in Abingdon

    The Amey Theatre The Amey Theatre, Abingdon, OX14 1DE, Abingdon, Abingdon

    WCB Comedy Presents: Stand Up in Abingdon WCB Comedy is bringing a sensational night of stand-up to Abingdon Sports & Leisure, and they've pulled out all the stops with one of the most recognisable names in British comedy! Headlining the evening is the legendary Rory Bremner — one of the UK's greatest ever impressionists and […]

    £29.27

  • Stand up in Abingdon 12th September 2026

    The Amey Theatre The Amey Theatre, Abingdon, Abingdon, Abingdon

    ABINGDON… THIS IS A BIG ONE. WCB Comedy is bringing another huge night of stand-up to Abingdon — and with a line-up like this, tickets are expected to disappear fast. Headlining the night is the incredible Rory Bremner. One of the UK’s most celebrated comedians, impressionists, and satirists, Rory is a true comedy heavyweight. Famous […]

    £29.27

  • Oxford Wine Festival 2026

    Oxford University Exam Schools 81 High Street, Oxford, Oxford

    Calling all wine lovers! Bring your friends and taste your way around the world of wine! Join us on the 18th and 19th September at the beautiful Oxford University Exam Schools for a celebration of the wonderful world of wine. With hundreds of award-winning, rare, and unusual wines, there's nowhere better for finding your new […]

    £24.50

  • Journey To The Centre Of The Earth

    Pegasus Theatre Magdalen Road, Oxford, Oxford

    Lucinda McTucket and Stanley ‘Trigger-Happy’ Cavendish are looking for adventure, and it comes in the form of a strange package! A mysterious postal worker sets them off on the quest of a lifetime, with wonders not seen in an age. But is she really all she makes herself out to be, or does she have […]

    £8 – £18

  • Journey To The Centre Of The Earth

    Pegasus Theatre Magdalen Road, Oxford, Oxford

    Lucinda McTucket and Stanley ‘Trigger-Happy’ Cavendish are looking for adventure, and it comes in the form of a strange package! A mysterious postal worker sets them off on the quest of a lifetime, with wonders not seen in an age. But is she really all she makes herself out to be, or does she have […]

    £8 – £18

  • 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
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