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Wonder of Birds Exhibition

Bodleian Library – Old Library Broad Street, Oxford

The Bodleian Libraries’ Wonder of Birds exhibition explores art, science and culture through the lens of avian life. Featuring rare archives, manuscripts and immersive sound, it invites visitors to reflect on both the beauty of birds and their decline.

Free

34: The critical raw materials shaping our future

Oxford University Museum of Natural History Parks Road, Oxford

This major new exhibition at Oxford University Museum of Natural History explores the hidden materials that power modern life — from smartphones and batteries to medical equipment and jet engines.

Free

Pip & Posy’s Treehouse Trail at Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace, Woodstock Blenheim Park, Woodstock

Join Pip & Posy’s Treehouse Trail in Adventure Play on an adventure to solve the mystery of the missing toy Piggy!

£5.00

Dinosaurs Are Forever Exhibition at Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace, Woodstock Blenheim Park, Woodstock

Dinosaurs Are Forever is a major new exhibition by artist Jay Jay Burridge, created in partnership with the Museum of Natural History.

£27.13

Playhouse Youth Theatre

Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street, Oxford

Playhouse Youth Theatre invites 12 to 16-year-olds to co-create an original production, developing performance skills and creativity for a 2027 showcase.

£110.00 – £330.00

When the Blackbird Sings

Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford

When the Blackbird Sings is an immersive promenade theatre journey through Oxford exploring history, identity and hope across the centuries.

£10.00 – £27.50

Burning Down the House

Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford

Discover Burning Down the House, a gripping new play from Breach exploring the true story behind Ibsen’s A Doll’s House and the cost of artistic ambition.

£10.00 – £22.00

Phase | Pattern | Pulse

Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford

Phase | Pattern | Pulse features three audio programmes of Steve Reich’s compositions: Music for 18 Musicians, Drumming and The Sextets .

£10.00 – £22.00

August Wilson's Fences

Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street, Oxford

Experience August Wilson’s Fences, a powerful drama exploring family, race, love and the American Dream in 1950s America.

£5.00

Henley Literary Festival 2026

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Henley-on-Thames Town Centre Market Place, RG9 2AQ, Henley-on-Thames

One of the UK’s biggest book festivals bringing together punters and pundits in an annual meeting-of-minds.

On Paradise

Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford

Explore On Paradise, an exhibition by Oxford artist Saad Qureshi featuring sculptural works inspired by hope, memory and visions of paradise.

Free

Hay!

Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street, Oxford

Lyngo Theatre presents Hay!, an accessible, playful show filled with music, clowning, song and dance about growing up, discovering nature and following your dreams.

£9.50 – £11.50

Science Saturdays

Oxford University Museum of Natural History Parks Road, Oxford

Join Science Saturdays to investigate real natural history specimens including insects, fossils, skeletons and microscopes with scientists.

Free

Science Oxford: Family Days

Science Oxford Centre Stansfeld Park, Quarry Road, Headington, Oxford

Science Oxford Centre Family Days offer hands-on science experiences for all ages, with interactive indoor exhibits, outdoor nature exploration, and sensory-friendly sessions designed to support accessibility and inclusion.

£8.50

DogFest at Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace, Woodstock Blenheim Park, Woodstock

DogFest at Blenheim Palace arrives this October, bringing together dogs and the people who adore them for a weekend of fun.

£10.00 – £35.00

Pick your own Pumpkins at Millets Farm

Millets Farm Centre Kingston Road, Frilford, Abingdon-on-Thames

Millets Farm has been nurturing a large number of pumpkins in their fields this year, and now’s the perfect time for picking a pleasingly plump one!

£4.00

Out of the Deep

Out of the Deep
Oxford University Museum of Natural History Parks Road, Oxford

Join Out of the Deep for family-friendly specimen handling and explore the underwater world of marine reptiles.

Free

King Awesome

O2 Academy Oxford 190 Cowley Road, Oxford

High-energy party band King Awesome deliver a packed set of floor-filling anthems, guilty pleasures and modern hits designed to keep the dancefloor moving all night.

£23.50

Bingo Lingo – Oxford

Bingo Lingo – Oxford
O2 Academy Oxford 190 Cowley Road, Oxford

Bingo Lingo is the night to get absolutely plastered with on-stage antics and chaos with prizes that will change your life forever.

£12.00 – £18.00

Freya Ridings

New Theatre Oxford 24-26 George Street, Oxford

Following the announcement of her forthcoming album Mother Of Pearl, Freya Riding will be coming to New Theatre Oxford.

£39.61 – £107.31

Harriet Kemsley: Floozy

The North Wall Arts Centre South Parade, Oxford

Harriet Kemsley is back on tour with a new show about dating, mushrooms and how she’s trying her absolute best to be a bit of a floozy.

£20.00

80s Night with Sledgehammer!

The Beacon, Wantage Portway, Wantage

Sledgehammer bring over two hours of non-stop 80s hits, with an entertaining, crowd-engaging performance and spectacular lighting show.

£15.00