This free exhibition explores the portraits of three rulers – Fath Ali Shah Qajar, King George III, and Napoleon Bonaparte – revealing how art conveyed their authority, ambition, and personality
The fourth instalment of the Ashmolean Now series focuses on sculptures by Irish artist Daphne Wright.
This retrospective at the Ashmolean will be the first exhibition in a public gallery to bring together the visual work of Stanley Donwood and Thom Yorke.
This exhibition at the Ashmolean showcases Pat Suet-Bik Hui and the tradition of the ‘three perfections’, blending poetry, calligraphy, and painting across centuries.
Webbs Garden Centre, located at Millets Farm, will once again be hosting its Santa’s Grotto event from November through to Christmas Eve.
Experience Santa’s Teddy Bear Workshop and Tales of the Tower at Christmas 2025 at Oxford Castle and Prison on selected dates.
Beauty and the Beast is a magical pantomime, a world of enchantment, unforgettable storytelling, and non-stop laughter.
Join in the tradition that is the Oxford Playhouse pantomime. There’s a charming adventure on the way, full of laughter, mischief, magic and plenty of panto sparkle.
Waddesdon Manor Christmas Fair 2025 is a Christmas Market that offers a shopping experience that’s as thoughtful as the items on offer.
Tickets are now on sale for the Christmas Fairytale event 2025 at Fairytale Farm, which runs on selected dates from 22 November to Christmas Eve.
Come and meet Santa in person in his Grotto at Bicester Avenue Garden Centre for a special one-to-one meeting and time for a festive photo.
Christmas in Oxford 2025 (previously Oxford Christmas Market) will take place on Broad Street from 22 November to 31 December.
A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget. Set on a Greek island paradise, a story of love, friendship and identity is cleverly told through the timeless songs of ABBA.
Oxford Printmakers Co-operative brings a vibrant selection of handmade prints to The North Wall this Christmas, showcasing a wide range of printmaking techniques and offering both framed and unframed works for visitors to enjoy and purchase.
One of the most amazing things for children to do in the run-up to Christmas is to take a traditional steam train ride and visit Santa’s Grotto, and of course, share with Santa all the things they would like him to bring them on Christmas Day.
Take a train trip with Santa at the Cholsey & Wallingford Railway this Christmas. Be entertained by Santa’s elves, be visited by Father Christmas, and every child
Creation Theatre brings a fresh, joy-filled version of The Nutcracker to the stage this Christmas, following Marie on a magical journey of toys, danger, dancing and adventure, complete with live music, humour and enchanting festive storytelling.
Discover a magical Oxford Playhouse festive adventure filled with songs, stories, activities, and a search for Father Christmas.
The Scummy Mummies bring their hilariously chaotic Christmas show back to the stage, delivering festive filth, sketches, songs and stand-up. Perfect for parents, carers or anyone needing a wild night out, it’s a joyous celebration of humour, honesty and holiday madness.
For one night only, the spotlight shines on the Kings and Queens of country music in a celebration like no other.
Join Aylesbury Waterside’s new Academy to develop key drama skills through games, tasks, improvisation, devising, script, and creative work.
Join The Choir of The Queen’s College, Oxford, and the world-famous Academy of Ancient Music performance of Handel’s Messaiah
Join Sexbomb for an explosive celebration to one of the most powerful men in the pop music scene, Sir Tom Jones, accompanied by an outstanding band playing two hours of his iconic hits.
