• Shabana Basij-Rasikh: Educating women under the Taliban

    de Jager Auditorium, Trinity College Broad Street, Oxford

    Shabana Basij-Rasikh shares the story of SOLA, the only boarding school for Afghan girls, and its dramatic evacuation from Kabul to Rwanda. She describes how the school now stands as a place of freedom, hope, and learning for Afghan girls.

    £10.00
  • Simon Yates of Touching the Void – My Mountain Life

    The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury Spiceball Park, Banbury, Oxfordshire

    Simon Yates shares his remarkable mountaineering journey, from the dramatic events of Touching the Void to decades of global expeditions. Told with wit, gripping storytelling and stunning visuals, his talk reveals the exhilaration and challenges of modern alpinism.

    £21.50
  • Fresh Perceptions on Reality Conference

    Leonard Wolfson Auditorium Wolfson College, Linton Road, Oxford

    Fresh Perceptions on Reality brings leading scientists and thinkers to Oxford for a free public conference examining science, belief and the nature of existence, exploring how modern physics, cosmology and AI are reshaping long-standing assumptions about reality.

    Free
  • Melanie Dawes: Regulating Harm

    de Jager Auditorium, Trinity College Broad Street, Oxford

    Digital platforms shape modern life, raising urgent questions about harm, safety and freedom. Ofcom CEO Dame Melanie Dawes examines the Online Safety Act, AI-driven risks, and the challenge of protecting vulnerable users while safeguarding privacy, free speech and innovation.

    £10.00
  • The Truth in Politics Show

    The North Wall Arts Centre South Parade, Oxford

    The Truth in Politics show brings bestselling author Mike Berners-Lee and journalist Jennifer Nadel together for a powerful evening exposing political deception, misinformation and accountability, joined by MP Watch founder Jessica Townsend for candid discussion, urgent insights and hope for restoring truth.

    From £15.00
  • The Truth in Politics Show

    Kenton Theatre, Henley-on-Thames 19 New Street, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

    The Truth in Politics show brings bestselling author Mike Berners-Lee and journalist Jennifer Nadel together for a powerful evening exposing political deception, misinformation and accountability, joined by MP Watch founder Jessica Townsend for candid discussion, urgent insights and hope for restoring truth.

    From £15.00
  • Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan

    Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire

    Award-winning wildlife filmmaker Gordon Buchanan is back on tour in 2026 with Lions and Tigers and Bears. Hear extraordinary stories from encounters with the world’s most powerful animals, spanning continents, extreme environments and a lifetime dedicated to revealing the secrets of the natural world.

    From £31.00
  • High Sheriff’s Law Lecture 2026

    St Cross Building St Cross Road, Oxford

    Join High Sheriff’s Law Lecture 2026 with speaker Lord Paul Boateng who will offer reflections on Hearing the Young Unheard.

  • Lawrence Freedman: What does it take for Europe to lead on defence?

    de Jager Auditorium, Trinity College Broad Street, Oxford

    Renowned strategist Sir Lawrence Freedman explores whether Europe can take greater responsibility for its own defence, examining political will, military capability and strategic leadership amid the lessons of the Ukraine war and shifting US policy.

    £10.00
  • Harry Redknapp

    Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

    Harry Redknapp brings his trademark humour and storytelling to the stage, sharing unforgettable football anecdotes, behind-the-scenes secrets and tales from I’m a Celebrity. A fun-filled evening of laughs, charm and classic banter not to be missed.

    From £34.50
  • The HoT Podcast Festival: Ollie Phillip’s “The Eternal Optimist” Podcast – Seas Life

    The HoT Podcast Festival
    Kenton Theatre, Henley-on-Thames 19 New Street, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

    Join Ollie Phillips and Sophie Storm Roberts for the first-ever live recording of The Eternal Optimist podcast, featuring powerful stories from a 3,000-mile Atlantic row. An inspiring evening exploring resilience, teamwork, mindset, and performing under extreme conditions.

    £27.75
  • Killer Couples with Emma Kenny

    Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

    Emma Kenny brings her powerful storytelling back to the stage with Killer Couples, a chilling true crime show examining relationships where love turns lethal. Exploring psychology, manipulation and shared motive, this compelling evening dives deep into some of the most disturbing criminal partnerships in history.

    From £31.50
  • Simon Case & Hannah White

    de Jager Auditorium, Trinity College Broad Street, Oxford

    Hannah White, CEO of the Institute for Government, joins former Cabinet Secretary Simon Case to examine whether the British government is broken, exploring the pressures, decisions and structural challenges shaping public services and the state over the past decade.

    £10.00
  • Roy Diblik: Future planting practices

    de Jager Auditorium, Trinity College Broad Street, Oxford

    Acclaimed plantsman and author Roy Diblik discusses future planting practices, exploring naturalistic perennial design, plant diversity and the evolving partnership between gardeners, plants and nature, where thoughtful stewardship and the process of gardening itself create lasting beauty.

    From £10.00
  • Uncanny: Fear Of The Dark

    Uncanny: Fear Of The Dark
    New Theatre Oxford 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire

    Uncanny: Fear Of The Dark is a show with terrifying real-life stories and witness accounts that will have you gripped throughout the show.

    From £28.50
  • Monty Don: A Journey Through British Gardens

    New Theatre Oxford 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire

    Monty Don brings his British Gardens journey to the stage, sharing stories and images from across the UK that reveal how our gardens reflect our history, character and deep connection to the natural world and the landscapes we cherish most.

    From £35.44
  • An Evening with Kate Humble

    Kenton Theatre, Henley-on-Thames 19 New Street, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

    Kate Humble joins Kenton Theatre for a special fundraising evening, sharing stories from her acclaimed TV series, bestselling books and adventurous life.

    £30.00
  • Alan Johnson: The Beatles, Harold Wilson and Me

    Kenton Theatre, Henley-on-Thames 19 New Street, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

    The Beatles, Harold Wilson & Me sees Alan Johnson reflect on his journey from orphaned childhood in West London to senior government roles, revealing how The Beatles and Harold Wilson shaped his life in this nostalgic look at post-war Britain.

    £26.75
  • An Audience with Bob Champion: Sporting Legend & Grand National Jockey

    The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury Spiceball Park, Banbury, Oxfordshire

    An Audience with Bob Champion is an inspiring evening celebrating the Grand National legend’s remarkable 1981 victory, courageous battle with cancer and lasting legacy, featuring live music from Gaelic Gold and conversation with host Andi Mac.

    £32.00
  • Bear Grylls: Never Give Up

    Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

    Bear Grylls: Never Give Up is an inspiring live show packed with survival stories, unseen footage and behind-the-scenes adventures, as the world-famous explorer shares powerful lessons on courage, resilience and determination for families and young adventurers.

    From £41.00
  • The State of the Union

    de Jager Auditorium, Trinity College Broad Street, Oxford

    The State of the Union brings together leading election analysts, journalists and politicians to examine what the 2026 campaigns reveal about political change and the future unity of the United Kingdom.

    £10.00
  • Antiques Expert on the Road

    The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury Spiceball Park, Banbury, Oxfordshire

    Mark Smith brings military history to the stage with stories behind the Victoria Cross, exploring its origins, myths and remarkable recipients.

    £31.00