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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

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

Aphrodite: The Making of a Goddess

Ashmolean Museum 35 Beaumont Street, Oxford

The Ashmolean’s autumn 2026 exhibition will be dedicated to the goddess Aphrodite and feature loans from major institutions around the world.

Blenheim Palace Christmas Market 2026

Blenheim Palace, Woodstock Blenheim Park, Woodstock

Escape the bustle of the high street and soak up the festive atmosphere of the Christmas market set against the magnificent backdrop of Blenheim Palace.

Free

Cinderella in the Palace

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Blenheim Palace, Woodstock Blenheim Park, Woodstock

Step into the magic of Cinderella in the Palace, a festive family experience bringing the classic fairytale to life through the palace State Rooms.

From £43.00

Blenheim Palace Illuminated Christmas Lights Trail 2026

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Blenheim Palace, Woodstock Blenheim Park, Woodstock

Wander in the picture-perfect gardens of Blenheim Palace, filled with Christmas cheer as over a million lights and seasonal sounds fill the air.

From £29.00

The Great Skate

Blenheim Palace, Woodstock Blenheim Park, Woodstock

The Great Skate is just one of the amazing things to do this Christmas at Blenheim Palace. It’s best known for its world-renowned illuminated after-dark trail that returns with thrilling new lights and seasonal sounds.

£10.00

Blenheim Palace Festive Afternoon Tea

Blenheim Palace, Woodstock Blenheim Park, Woodstock

Step into the spirit of the season with the themed Happy Ever Afternoon Tea, available from 13 November 2026 to 03 January 2027. With options for adults and children alike, it’s the perfect way to celebrate Christmas in style.

£20.00

Fairground Rides at Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace, Woodstock Blenheim Park, Woodstock

Experience the magic of Christmas at Blenheim Palace with traditional fairground fun. From the glittering carousel to the vintage helter-skelter, families can enjoy festive rides using on-site tokens — a joyful addition to the palace’s enchanting illuminated trail.

Heathers the Musical

New Theatre Oxford 24-26 George Street, Oxford

Heathers the Musical returns to the stage, following Veronica Sawyer’s journey through high school hierarchy, friendship and rebellion, as she’s swept into the ruthless world of the Heathers and the dangerous influence of mysterious outsider J.D.

£17.50 – £138.66

Colin Currie Group: Tehillim

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

Join Colin Currie Group as they perform Steve Reich’s Tehillim, Clapping Music and Pulse in a thrilling celebration of contemporary music.

£15.40 – £30.80

Ozric Tentacles

O2 Academy Oxford 190 Cowley Road, Oxford

Ozric Tentacles’ uniquely trippy soundscapes connect fans of progressive rock, psychedelia and dance music culture.

£28.50

Aurora Orchestra: Bernstein & Bach

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

Experience Aurora Orchestra and the BBC Singers performing Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms and Bach’s Magnificat in Oxford.

£14.50 – £53.90

Wall of Floyd

The Beacon, Wantage Portway, Wantage

The ultimate Pink Floyd tribute tour, recreating the sonic and visual world of the legendary band.

£28.00