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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Local donkey takes Supreme Championship title at championship show
The coveted title of Supreme In-hand Champion went to Island Farm Viscount, from near Wallingford in Oxfordshire, who looked absolutely stunning.
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Cornbury Music Festival bids farewell and 2022 festival is last ever
After nearly 20 years, the curtain has come down on the much-loved one-of-a-kind, lovingly crafted open-air party in the beautiful Great Tew Park Estate in the heart of the Cotswolds.
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Summer concerts at Stonor Park enjoyed by thousands
Thousands of music fans descended on Stonor Park in Oxfordshire at the weekend to enjoy three fantastic summer concerts staged by the Bedford-based promoter LPH Concerts & Events.
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A bumper weekend of dance, live and classical music awaits at Stonor Park
The weekend will feature the hottest in modern dance music with Café Mambo Ibiza on Friday, one of Scotland’s best-loved bands Texas on Saturday and the return of Stonor Park Proms on Sunday.
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Historic Wychwood Forest Fair returns to Foxburrow Wood in Witney
The modern fair – complete with axe throwing, excellent beer and great food – is a peaceful, family-friendly event that looks back to its 18th-century origins.
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Gardeners at Blenheim Estate create 50 acres of wildflower meadows
Visitors to the UNESCO World Heritage Site this summer will be treated to a kaleidoscope of colourful wildflowers, with over 70 native species on display.
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Darren Hayes ‘Do You Remember?’ UK tour heads to New Theatre Oxford in 2023
Darren Hayes, the multi-award-winning songwriter, iconic performer and one-half of the globally revered Savage Garden, has announced a major UK tour for 2023, his first in over a decade!
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Blenheim Palace set to host live Peter Rabbit immersive experience
This summer, Beatrix Potter invites you to join her on an adventure to find her mischievous friend Peter Rabbit as she leads guests through never-before-seen spots in the Palace’s walled garden.
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Treehouse festival returns to Oxfordshire for the sixth year
The festival aims to build community and connection and is one of the UK’s most sustainable festivals, with plans to become Europe’s first B Corp festival next year.
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First-ever 500-seater Amphitheatre in Cotswolds to open
The Amphitheatre, situated between Stow-on-the-Wold and Adlestrop, will be home to an exciting new performing arts season from 14 June to 04 September.
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Women’s Tour cycling race is coming to Oxfordshire on Saturday
Residents across the county will be able to cheer on elite riders as the Women’s Tour cycling race comes to Oxfordshire on Saturday.
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In pictures: Oxford Pride Parade Day 2022
The Oxford Pride parade usually attracts huge crowds, and this year was no different, and despite the rain at the start of the parade
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Race for Life Oxford 2022: Road closures & parking restrictions in North Oxford
Race for Life Oxford will take place on 03 July 2022, and there will be road closures and parking restrictions in the North Oxford area to facilitate the holding of the event.
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Road closure details for 2022 Women’s Tour cycling race on Saturday 11 June
There will be rolling road closures from 11.00am from the race start area in Chipping Norton, controlled by police and route marshals, which will continue along the route to Oxford at 3.00pm.
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Oscar Nemon Studio Museum open this Saturday with two special displays
The Oscar Nemon Studio Museum and Archive on Oxford’s Boars Hill is open this Saturday with two special displays for 2022.
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New Park Fair launching in August promises to revive the classic country fair event
The new country fair at Great Tew Estate in August will bring together forward-thinking independent artisans, cherished fashion and lifestyle brands, and quintessential family entertainment.