Arts & Culture
Discover the best news and stories about art, music, theatre, film, entertainment, and cultural events in Oxford and across Oxfordshire.
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Big Feastival 2025 brings bigger beats, bolder bites, and family fun to the Cotswolds
Big Feastival will return to the Cotswolds from 22 to 24 August 2025 with its biggest line-up yet. The festival blends world-class music, top chefs, family fun, and late-night partying across two buzzing stages.
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England team makes history with European Transplant Football Championship victory
England made history by winning the European Transplant Football Championship for the first time, defeating Italy 1-0 in a thrilling final. The tournament, held at Radley College in Oxfordshire, featured six nations, all represented by organ transplant recipients.
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Concerns raised over water quality ahead of Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race
Ahead of this weekend’s Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race, campaigners warn that the Thames stretch hosting the event has unsafe E.coli levels, with nearly 30% of samples exceeding safe limits despite dry weather.
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Flight Club celebrates spring with boozy brunch and darts showdown
Flight Club at Westgate is hosting the Ultimate Easter Brunch Takeover, a weekend of celebration with bottomless brunch, beats, and Social Darts. Guests can enjoy a bottle of prosecco (or beers), unlimited pizza, and an hour of darts, accompanied by tunes from a resident DJ and Easter treats.
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Waterperry Opera Festival opens 2025 booking
Waterperry Opera Festival has announced that general booking for its 2025 season opens at 9.00am on 08 April. Highlights include performances of Don Giovanni, Semele, and Winnie-the-Pooh’s Songbook, alongside free community events.
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KOKO Electronic to curate late-night lineup at Wilderness Festival 2025
For the first time, Audi presents Wilderness is teaming up with KOKO Electronic to curate an electrifying late-night experience at The Valley. With world-class DJs, live bands, and avant-garde performances, the Night Realm will come alive after sunset.
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Faringdon’s Joy Jermy celebrates 30 years of inspiring young linguists
Joy Jermy, a dedicated language educator, celebrates 30 years with La Jolie Ronde, inspiring thousands of children through her engaging teaching. Beginning her career in TEFL, she taught worldwide before settling in the UK, where she built a thriving language business.
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Exhibition tickets on sale for Radiohead’s visual journey with Stanley Donwood and Thom Yorke
This immersive showcase is the first major exhibition exploring the visual art of Stanley Donwood and Thom Yorke, showcasing their 30-year collaboration on Radiohead’s iconic imagery. The show features over 180 works, including album cover paintings, digital compositions, and unseen sketches.
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Think Human Festival 2025: Exploring what it means to be human
Oxford Brookes University will host the Think Human Festival, featuring four days of free public events exploring social issues, creativity, and humanity. The festival includes panel discussions, workshops, exhibitions, and film screenings.
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ comes to life at Cliveden
Cliveden will host The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Trail from 10 May to 29 June 2025, to offer families an interactive journey through Eric Carle’s beloved story. The trail will feature illustrated signs, QR codes, augmented reality, games, and brass rubbing stations, bringing the caterpillar’s transformation to life.
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Oxford writer in shortlist for world’s largest and most prestigious literary prize
The 2025 Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize shortlist features six exceptional young writers exploring identity, gender, grief, and sexuality across novels, poetry, and short stories. Worth £20k, the prize celebrates global literary talent under 40.
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Blenheim Palace Horse Trials partners with evoke® to champion rider safety
The Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials has announced the growing equestrian brand evoke® as its Official Safety Partner and sponsor of the popular Eventer Challenge in a new three-year deal.
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Leys Pools unveils exciting new Active Zone for families
Leys Pools and Leisure Centre is launching its new Active Zone on 05 April, offering an exciting space for children and families. The zone includes a Soft Play area for kids under 12, featuring slides, sensory elements, and an Oxford-themed design.
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Oxford’s Bunny Hop Trail returns this Easter
City Sightseeing Oxford’s Bunny Hop Trail returns this April, offering families a fun Easter-themed adventure. Young explorers can search for six hidden bunnies along the open-top bus tour. The trail is free with a bus ticket, and children collect stamps to earn prizes.
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DogFest returns to seven UK locations for an unmissable celebration of dogs
DogFest, in partnership with Agria Pet Insurance, returns across seven UK locations in 2025, offering an exciting celebration for dog lovers. With fun activities, expert-led talks, live entertainment, and a new Makers Market, the festival promises a fantastic day out.
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Join BBOWT’s Hedgehog Walk with Timmy and Apricot from Timmy Time
BBOWT’s Hedgehog Walk, in partnership with Timmy Time, invites families, schools, and clubs to take on a 3km challenge to support wildlife. Running from 31 March to 13 April, the event mimics a hedgehog’s nightly wander. Participants receive fun resources and top fundraisers earn prizes.