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.
Christmas starts in Henley-on-Thames this year with the Henley Christmas Festival at Market Place with live music, stalls, rides and an appearance from Father Christmas and the Grinch.
Jack and the Beanstalk is the Pantomime you’ve ‘bean’ waiting for. Get ready for a spectacular, toe-tapping, laugh-out-loud adventure.
WiFi Wars returns with a very spooky version of the live comedy game show where you all play along! Log in with your smartphone or tablet and compete in a range of games, puzzles and quizzes to win the show, and prizes!
Dancin’ Oxford, Body Politic and The North Wall present a festive Family Dance Party in Kidlington, offering a lively daytime disco packed with bubbles, balloons, dance games, sensory play and party classics for children and their grown-ups.
The Oxford Botanic Garden Christmas Fair returns on 06 & 07 December for a festive market with food, music and products from local makers.
Grab your tickets and Steam Into Christmas at Didcot Railway Centre. Take a steam train ride to meet Santa in his grotto.
Enjoy the most wonderful time of the year, Christmas at Cogges, and meet Father Christmas and his elves in Santa’s Grotto.
For one night only, the spotlight shines on the Kings and Queens of country music in a celebration like no other.
Woodstock Farmers’ Market offers a wide range of fresh local produce available in this beautiful town on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month on Market Square in Woodstock.
A small, friendly local market with plenty of fresh food, delicious sweet and savoury takeaways, dried foods, as well as non-food stalls and a plant-based café.
A farmers’ market that takes place every Saturday from 10.00am to 3.00pm in the brand new Westway Shopping Centre in Botley, just outside Oxford.
The Boys of Christ Church Cathedral Choir warmly welcomes children of all ages to this relaxed, fun and informal daytime celebration of the festive season.
Ring in the festive season with the City of Oxford Choir at the University Church of St Mary the Virgin. This uplifting Christmas celebration features beloved traditional carols, reflective seasonal music and exquisite contemporary works, creating an evening filled with warmth, joy and wonder.
Treat yourself to a Saturday night of award-winning comedy at The Glee Club in Oxford with superb stand-up comedians that will keep you laughing until Monday.
Join Moving Pictures on the 10th anniversary of Rush’s last ever tour, ‘R40’, with the precision and energy that made Rush a beloved band.
Ring in the festive season with the City of Oxford Choir at the University Church of St Mary the Virgin. This uplifting Christmas celebration features beloved traditional carols, reflective seasonal music and exquisite contemporary works, creating an evening filled with warmth, joy and wonder.
Oxford’s contemporary voice choir present a seasonal programme with music for advent primarily from the 20th and 21st centuries.
A 50th Anniversary Christmas Celebration with the Arcadian Singers and alumni. Featuring music from Byrd, Mendelssohn, Poulenc, CharpentierAttwood, beach, McDowall, Victoria, Finzi, Rubbra together with traditional carols.
This festive season, Marios Papadopoulos conducts the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra in a performance of Messiah at the Olivier Hall.
If you adore Bon Jovi, Queen, Journey and the best of 80s rock, this Christmas tribute show brings two hours of explosive anthems, power ballads and festive favourites. Expect lasers, smoke, vintage audio, huge vocals and unapologetic 80s flair—plus an 8ft snowman. It’s the ultimate nostalgic party to kick off the festive season.
