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Sounds Of The 60s Live - Hosted By Tony Blackburn OBE
2026-10-15 19:30 (Europe/London) | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Sounds Of The 60s Live – Hosted By Tony Blackburn OBE

About Sounds Of The 60s Live – Hosted By Tony Blackburn OBE

Broadcasting legend Tony Blackburn OBE has announced a run of dates for his much-loved Sounds of the 60s Live Tour, bringing the music, memories and magic of the 1960s to theatres and concert halls across the UK in 2026.

Following sold-out shows and standing ovations throughout 2025, Sounds of the 60s Live Tour 2026 will kick off in March and run right through to November, packed with the biggest hits from music’s most iconic decade.

The show, an adaptation of Tony’s longstanding BBC Radio 2 Sounds of the 60s slot which attracts millions of listeners every week, will feature live music and stories from the most iconic decade in fashion, music and pop culture.

The setlist will feature fresh medleys from The Rolling Stones, The Walker Brothers, and some of the greatest soul tracks ever recorded, alongside timeless classics from Diana Ross & The Supremes, The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Stevie Wonder and much more.

Sounds Of The 60s Live – Hosted By Tony Blackburn OBE

Tony Blackburn OBE said: “The reaction to these shows has been amazing — it’s pure joy seeing audiences singing and dancing along to the greatest decade of music.

Every night feels like a celebration, not just of the songs, but of the memories they bring back. 2026 is going to be another fantastic year for the tour, and I can’t wait to travel the country with this amazing band, sharing the music I’ve loved my whole life.”

Just over 60 years ago in the summer of 1964, Tony started his incredible broadcasting journey off the coast of Essex on the airwaves of pirate station Radio Caroline. He then went on to launch and be the very first voice ever heard on BBC Radio 1 in 1967.

Tony is widely regarded as a true pioneer of British broadcasting. His passion for soul music has defined much of his career and helped shape the UK’s music landscape.

Over the decades, he has become a beloved figure on both radio and television. His illustrious career has seen him receive 37 industry awards, among them two Gold Awards for Outstanding Contribution to Radio—first awarded in 1989 and again in 2014, making him the only recipient of two lifetime achievement honours.

He also received the Sony Award for Best Breakfast Show (Contemporary Music) in 1993 and the Radio Academy’s Music and Media Award in 1997. In 2002, he won the first-ever series of ITV’s I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!, and in 2012 appeared (controversially under-scored!) on Let’s Dance for Sport Relief alongside David Hamilton.

In 2014, he was featured on Piers Morgan’s Life Stories and began regular segments for The One Show on BBC One.

In 2023, Tony joined the presenting team of BBC Morning Live, continuing to bring his warmth, humour, and musical knowledge to new audiences.

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Ticket prices:

From £34.00

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Dates & times:

Thursday 15 October 2026 at 7.30pm

Running time:

2 hours 50 minutes, including an interval

Location:

Main Auditorium

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.

Opened in 2010, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London.

Designed for comfort and accessibility, the venue features step-free access, wheelchair spaces, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical, stand-up comedy, or a magical Christmas pantomime, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone.

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The Silent Songs of Josefine
2026-10-14 21:45 - 22:30 | Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
The Silent Songs of Josefine

About The Silent Songs of Josefine

As part of the Kafka centenary celebrations in 2024, in partnership with the Oxford Kafka Research Centre and the Bodleian Libraries, Oxford Song commissioned the composer Can Bilir to create a new song cycle based on Kafka.

The result is The Silent Songs of Josefine, a breathtaking and bold new work for soprano and piano, given its world premiere by Anna Dennis, winner of the Singer Award at the 2023 RPS Awards, and acclaimed pianist John Reid.

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Ticket prices:

From £19.80

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Dates & times:

Wednesday 14 October 2026 at 9.45pm

Running time:

45 minutes

Location:

Black Box

Age guidance:

Suitable for all ages

The Music of Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight
2026-10-14 19:30 - 22:00 | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
The Music of Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight

About The Music of Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight

Direct from London’s West End, and featuring a spectacular cast of world-class Singers and an epic live band, join the show for a Landslide concert, jam-packed with Fleetwood Mac hits, as you’ve never heard them before!

This incredible show will feature best-loved songs, including Little Lies, The Chain, Rhiannon, Don’t Stop and many more, performed by candlelight.

The Music of Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight

So, Go Your Own Way and book your tickets now, as this really is the concert of Dreams!

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Ticket prices:

From £33.28

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Dates & times:

Wednesday 14 October 2026 at 7.30pm

Running time:

2 hours 30 minutes, including an interval

About New Theatre Oxford

There has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836, and a second in 1886. In 1934, the third New Theatre opened.

The theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals.

On performance days, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts.

There is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks.

There is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members.

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Roderick Williams: Love's Minstrels
2026-10-14 19:30 | Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
Roderick Williams: Love’s Minstrels

About Roderick Williams: Love’s Minstrels

A beautifully crafted programme from two master musicians.

Roderick Williams’ appearances at Oxford International Song Festival are always eagerly anticipated and this recital is sure to be a highlight of the year. The typically inventive programme tells stories of courtly love across the ages.

It ranges from the medieval pen of Guillaume de Machaut, expressing his love and fidelity, via the Romantic poetry of Eichendorff with its evocations of ruined castles and mystic knights, to the beauty of 20th-century songs from England and Ireland by the likes of Ina Boyle and Ralph Vaughan Williams.

Reviews

“Williams communicates so easily and naturally with his audience that everything he delivers is vivid and compelling.”

The Guardian

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Ticket prices:

From £26.95 to £53.90

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Dates & times:

Wednesday 14 October 2026 at 7.30pm

Location:

Sohmen Concert Hall

Carnaval
2026-10-14 17:15 - 18:15 | Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
Carnaval

About Carnaval

Presented in association with Hastings International Piano Competition.

22-year-old Canadian pianist Ryan Zhu recently won the prestigious Hastings International Piano Competition, giving an electrifying performance of Prokofiev’s Second Piano Concerto with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

This brilliant young virtuoso performs Beethoven’s first Piano Sonata in F minor, and Schumann’s breathtaking Carnaval, a sequence of 21 short pieces written in 1825 and representing the many and varied characters at a masked ball.

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Ticket prices:

From £17.60

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Dates & times:

Wednesday 14 October 2026 at 5.15pm

Running time:

1 hour

Location:

Sohmen Concert Hall

Age guidance:

Suitable for all ages

Composition Workshop
2026-10-14 14:30 - 17:00 | Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
Composition Workshop

About Composition Workshop

This annual collaboration with Oxford University’s Faculty of Music offers a fascinating insight into the craft of composition, as five talented student composers hear their work performed by former Oxford Song Young Artists and receive feedback.

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Ticket prices:

Free event. Booking required.

Dates & times:

Wednesday 14 October 2026 at 2.30pm

Running time:

2 hours 30 minutes

Location:

Recital Hall

Thame Local Produce Market
2026-10-13 08:30 - 13:30 | Thame Town Centre, Thame, Oxfordshire, OX9 3DP
Thame Local Produce Market

About Thame Local Produce Market

Thame’s monthly local produce markets at the Upper High Street Car Park runs on the second Tuesday of each month with local farmers and producers selling all they have grown or made.

Nigel Kennedy
2026-10-12 19:30 - 22:05 | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
Nigel Kennedy

About Nigel Kennedy

The UK’s greatest living violinist has promised an evening that reflects his love of a unified approach to all music. Kennedy will be accompanied by long-time collaborators Alec Dankworth, son of the late John Dankworth and Cleo Laine, on double bass and the great cellist Peter Adams.

Kennedy’s adventurous approach and comprehensive mastery of the violin mean his concerts will, as always, go straight to the heart of the British public. On the grapevine, rumour has it that he is playing better than ever.

Nigel Kennedy

Kennedy’s talent showed itself early and he won a scholarship to the Yehudi Menuhin School of Music aged just 7. At 13, Kennedy was introduced to the jazz violin legend Stephane Grappelli, sparking a lifelong involvement in the genre.

The pair became great friends, touring theatres, folk clubs, and at the famous Ronnie Scott’s jazz club in London, where Kennedy performed for the first time.

Kennedy’s 1989 hit recording of Vivaldi’s ‘The Four Seasons’ made him an international star and completely transformed the classical music scene. Nigel’s inclusive and open-minded approach to all styles of music continues to this day and has won him fans all over the world.

Kennedy combines a unique mix of repertoire with energy, dynamics and mind-blowing technical and emotional musicality, which will leave audiences spellbound.

Reviews

“An inspiration to the musicians of tomorrow and today.”

Robert Plant

“Like a breath of fresh air.”

George Martin

“A brilliant musician.”

Kate Bush

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Ticket prices:

From £43.16

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Monday 12 October 2026 at 7.30pm

Running time:

2 hours 35 minutes, including an interval

About New Theatre Oxford

There has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836, and a second in 1886. In 1934, the third New Theatre opened.

The theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals.

On performance days, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts.

There is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks.

There is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members.

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Antony Szmierek
2026-10-12 19:00 | O2 Academy Oxford, 190 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1UE, United Kingdom
Antony Szmierek

About Antony Szmierek

Manchester-born poet, writer and producer Antony Szmierek returns with his second album, Decoding Birdsong, just eighteen months after his critically acclaimed debut Service Station at the End of the Universe.

Szmierek returns with a new body of work that signals a clear evolution in both sound and scope. Rooted in his personal touchstones within electronic music, the album pairs expansive, immersive production with his trademark razor-sharp lyricism.

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Ticket prices:

£23.50

Dates & times:

Monday 12 October 2026 at 7.00pm

Curfew:

11.00pm

Age guidance:

Over 8s only.

Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18.

Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.

Location:

O2 Academy2

Security – bag policy:

Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities for leaving large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag – and it’s preferable you don’t, please make sure it’s small. Only one small bag per person is permitted and it must not be bigger than A4 size. Height: 28.7cm Width: 21cm Depth 15 cm.

Ticket limits:

Please note that there is a ticket limit of 6 tickets per person, per household, and per credit card on this event. Please adhere to published ticket limits. Persons who exceed the ticket limit may have any or all of their orders and tickets cancelled without notice by Ticketmaster at its discretion. This includes orders associated with the same name, e-mail address, billing address, credit card number, or other information.

About O2 Academy Oxford

The Edwardian building on Cowley Road has been hosting live music for decades. But prior to being a music venue, it was a Cooperative party hall. It was originally known as The Venue and then the much-respected Zodiac, both of which paved the way for O2 Academy Oxford, which officially launched in September 2007, with performances from New Young Pony Club, The Magic Numbers and Young Knives.

Since then, the O2 Academy Oxford has established itself as one of the city’s greatest venues for live music and club nights, with some of the best gigs to date coming from Ed Sheeran, Foals, Stereophonics, Ozzy Osbourne, Babyshambles, Hozier and Royal Blood. Visit the venue information page for further details, including opening times, getting there, age restrictions and more.

Steve Hackett - Best of Genesis & Solo Gems
2026-10-11 19:45 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Steve Hackett – Best of Genesis & Solo Gems

About Steve Hackett – Best of Genesis & Solo Gems

Following his stunning sell-out Friars date in September 2024, Steve Hackett returns to Friars Aylesbury, the place where Genesis began. Most people thought that the 2024 performance was Steve’s best ever Friars show.

Friars was closely involved with Genesis throughout their early career, their first Friars appearance being in 1970 when they were paid the princely sum of £10 for two 45-minute sets.

In 1972, Friars thought the band was in danger of splitting up, so a special Genesis Convention gig was organised at Watford Town Hall in June of that year to celebrate how good they were and to attract some press attention. It worked, and Genesis eventually went on to be one of the biggest bands in the world.

Genesis’ Mike Rutherford said in 2021 that if it wasn’t for Friars, the band may well have split up at that time. In 2022, David Stopps presented Steve Hackett with the FA Cup (the Friars Aylesbury Cup).

Steve Hackett – Best of Genesis & Solo Gems

Steve Hackett’s timeless guitar work was woven throughout Genesis’ classic 70’s catalogue of albums. In recent years, he and his outstanding touring line-up of Nad Sylvan (vocals), Jonas Reingold (bass, backing vocals), Rob Townsend (saxophone, flutes, additional keyboards), Roger King (keyboards) and Craig Blundell (drums and percussion) have brought many of these albums back to great acclaim.

For the 2026 tour, there will be two changes to the band. Lalle Larsson has taken over on keyboards from Roger and Felix Lehrmann will take over from Craig on drums.

Says Steve: “I’m really looking forward to returning to Aylesbury in 2026.”

Steve Hackett joined Genesis at the beginning of 1971 and first played Friars Aylesbury in June 1971. He quickly gained an international reputation as the guitarist in the band’s classic line up alongside Peter Gabriel, Tony Banks, Mike Rutherford and Phil Collins.

Steve’s intricate guitar work was a key element of Genesis albums from Nursery Cryme (1971) to Wind And Wuthering (1977), including the classic Selling England By The Pound.

After leaving Genesis at the end of 1977, Steve’s solo career, which now spans more than 30 albums, has demonstrated his extraordinary versatility with both electric and acoustic guitar.

Steve is renowned as both an immensely talented and innovative rock musician and a virtuoso classical guitarist and composer and this was recognised in 2010 when he was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. He has also worked alongside Steve Howe of YES in the supergroup GTR.

Hackett’s compositions take influences from many genres, including jazz, classical and blues. For his studio works, The Night Siren (2017) and At The Edge Of Light (2019), Hackett explored the influences of world music.

Recent tours have seen Hackett celebrate his time with Genesis, including a spectacular 2018 tour in which he realised a long-held ambition to perform the works of Genesis live with his band and an orchestra.

The lockdown enforced by the 2020 global pandemic proved to be a particularly creative period for Hackett. He began by releasing Selling England by the Pound & Spectral Mornings: Live at Hammersmith, a live recording of 2019’s hugely successful tour celebrating that Genesis classic together with the 40th anniversary of one of his most-loved solo albums.

Lockdown also gave Hackett the opportunity to write and record two new studio albums in 2021: the UK Classical Chart hit Under A Mediterranean Sky and the hit rock album Surrender of Silence.

Hackett and his band enjoyed a return to touring with Genesis Revisited – Seconds Out + More! (2021) and Genesis Revisited – Foxtrot At Fifty (2022) both of which included Friars Aylesbury dates.

Subsequently, the live album Genesis Revisited – Seconds Out + More!, released in 2022, became Hackett’s most successful-ever live album, reaching number 28 in the UK Album Chart and achieving the highest-ever chart positions in several European countries.

He also released the live album from the 2022 tour – Foxtrot at Fifty + Hackett Highlights – Live in Brighton.

Steve’s autobiography, A Genesis In My Bed, was published in 2020. Steve talks candidly about his early life, his time with Genesis, and, in particular, his personal relationships with the other band members, with great insight into the daily goings on of this major rock band.

This will be Steve Hackett’s 16th Friars appearance.

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Ticket prices:

From £57.06

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Dates & times:

Sunday 11 October 2026 at 7.45pm

Running time:

This show has an interval

Location:

Main Auditorium

Age guidance:

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

About O2 Academy Oxford

The Edwardian building on Cowley Road has been hosting live music for decades. But prior to being a music venue, it was a Cooperative party hall. It was originally known as The Venue and then the much-respected Zodiac, both of which paved the way for O2 Academy Oxford, which officially launched in September 2007, with performances from New Young Pony Club, The Magic Numbers and Young Knives.

Since then, the O2 Academy Oxford has established itself as one of the city’s greatest venues for live music and club nights, with some of the best gigs to date coming from Ed Sheeran, Foals, Stereophonics, Ozzy Osbourne, Babyshambles, Hozier and Royal Blood. Visit the venue information page for further details, including opening times, getting there, age restrictions and more.

Katherine Jenkins
2026-10-11 19:00 - 21:15 | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
Katherine Jenkins

About Katherine Jenkins

The biggest selling classical artist of this century, Katherine Jenkins OBE, is celebrating an incredible 25 Years in music with a new tour.

The 25 Year Anniversary Tour is the first tour for Katherine in five years and is set to feature all her biggest hits, including ‘Time To Say Goodbye’, the emotional ‘Jealous of the Angels’ and ‘I Will Always Love You’ and more.

Speaking on what it means to celebrate 25 years, Katherine says: “Reaching twenty-five years in music is incredibly emotional, but this tour is truly a celebration of the fans who have been there from the very beginning.

“To be heading out across the UK and Ireland for eighteen special shows feels less like a celebration of a career and more like a reunion with old friends and I can’t wait to stand on stage, look out into those familiar faces, and share it all over again.”

Katherine Jenkins

Katherine Jenkins OBE is officially the world’s most successful classical singer, having been named The Biggest Selling Classical Artist of the Century by Classic FM and earning a record-breaking 14 number-one albums since signing to Universal Classics at just 22.

She burst onto the music scene in 2003 with a landmark performance at Westminster Cathedral honouring Pope John Paul II, followed by appearances at major international sporting events and at the Sydney Opera House.

A favourite of the British Royal Family, Jenkins has sung at many national occasions, including Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee, Coronation concerts at Buckingham Palace, and her 90th birthday celebrations at Windsor Castle. She has also performed for Popes, Presidents and Princes, further establishing her place as one of the world’s most in-demand classical performers.

Alongside her musical achievements, Katherine has earned ‘National Treasure’ status through her charitable work. She serves as global patron of The Wilderness Foundation, ambassador for Prince William’s TUSK Trust and Macmillan Cancer Support, and trustee of The British Forces Foundation – for whom she has performed for troops in conflict zones around the world.

Awarded an OBE in 2013, she also lifted spirits during the 2020 pandemic with 25 free ‘lockdown live’ concerts, including history-making performances at Buckingham Palace and a behind-closed-doors Royal Albert Hall concert.

A versatile creative force, Katherine has performed and recorded with many of the world’s leading artists, made her West End debut in Carousel to critical acclaim, and earned television recognition with appearances in Doctor Who, Dancing with the Stars (runner-up), and as a presenter on Songs of Praise.

Her recent ventures include roles in films Minamata and Dream Horse, becoming Lady Sponsor of HMS Cardiff, launching her award-winning luxury gin brand Cygnet, and opening the inaugural SXSW London festival.

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Ticket prices:

From £37.95

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Sunday 11 October 2026 at 7.00pm

Running time:

2 hours 15 minutes, including an interval

About New Theatre Oxford

There has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836, and a second in 1886. In 1934, the third New Theatre opened.

The theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals.

On performance days, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts.

There is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks.

There is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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Family-Friendly Sundays
2026-10-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Parks Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Family-Friendly Sundays

About Family-Friendly Sundays

Join the museum every Sunday afternoon for nature-themed activities, crafts, family-friendly trails, and more! All provided by Museum volunteers.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Free event

Dates & times:

Every Sunday at 2.00pm, except 27 December 2026

Running time:

2 hours

Age guidance:

Suitable for all ages.

Good to know:

Free event. No booking required.

Accessibility information:

Wheelchair accessible? – Yes

Hearing loops? – No

Seating? – Yes

Refreshments? – No

Flashing lights? – No

Loud noises? – No

Summertown Farmers Market
2026-10-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Summertown Shopping Parade, Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 7DY
Summertown Farmers Market, Oxford

About the Summertown Farmers Market

Summertown Farmers Market is a community market that aims to bring new generation farmers market to the high street.

The market hosts a wide range of fresh local and organic producers and street food vendors and a few non-food treats traders.

The market is one of two in the North Oxford area, and it runs outside Summertown’s shopping parade. It is not operated for profit, but rather it is operated to serve the community of Oxford.

The market is open every Sunday from 10.00am to 2.00pm.

South Oxford Farmers and Community Market
2026-10-11 10:00 - 14:00 | South Oxford Community Centre, Lake Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 4RP
South Oxford Farmers and Community Market

About the South Oxford Farmers and Community Market

The South Oxford Farmers and Community Market is a weekly market selling local, seasonal food and non-food goods.

‘Local’ means produced within a 30-mile radius of Oxford and ‘produced’ means containing a significant quantity of local ingredients and labour although locality rules do not necessarily apply to ethical enterprises such as Fairtrade or similar organisations.

The market also supports the resale of locally-sourced second-hand products such as books and clothing.

The market is held every Sunday from 10.00am to noon in the courtyard of the South Oxford Community Centre on Lake Street.

Weekly/regular vendors include:

Natural Bread Company

Clays Organic Vegetables

Brill Organic Vegetables

Eadles of Beckley

Sofacoma Wholefoods

Celia’s Bakery

FAI Eggs

Raffaele Pepe

Jericho Coffee Traders

The South Oxford Farmers and Community Market is an initiative of the Low Carbon South Oxford (LCSO) Community Action Group, and it is run by a small group of dedicated volunteers – all residents of South Oxford.

Wolvercote Community Market
2026-10-11 10:00 - 12:00 | The White Hart Wolvercote, 126 Godstow Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8PQ
Wolvercote Community Market

About Wolvercote Community Market

Established in 2002, Wolvercote Community Market is the longest running Farmers’ Market in Oxford, and one of three in the North Oxford area. The market aims to provide the community with locally-produced great tasting food.

The Sunday market serves the community and visitors by providing fresh, affordable and ethically sourced food as well as a place to meet, eat and socialise with friends and neighbours. It also provides a free marketplace for local producers and crafts people.

Regular stallholders bring fresh fruit and veg, locally reared meat, sustainably sourced fish, artisan bread, cheese and milk. Other traders produce fantastic cakes, jams, chutneys, pasta, chocolates and even plants and soaps.

The market has an amazing range of freshly made dishes from diverse food regions – Japanese, Middle-Eastern, Asian, and the Mediterranean. There’s also a cafe that serves coffee, tea, cakes, and a ‘Full Wolvercote’ breakfast.

The market is open every Sunday from 10.00am to noon at The White Hart Community Pub in Godstow Road, Lower Wolvercote.

There is a Repair Café and bike clinic on the 2nd Sunday of each monthBring along your broken small electrical item, and a trained volunteer will try to fix it for you and save it from the landfill. They also have volunteer mechanics to provide tune-ups and repairs, and to offer advice to get your cycles rolling smoothly.

If you’re arriving by bicycle, there are plenty of bike racks and a regular bike.

Oxford Half Marathon 2026
2026-10-11 09:00 | Oxford City Centre, Oxford City Centre, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Oxford Half Marathon 2025

About the Oxford Half Marathon 2026

The Oxford Half Marathon 2026 is scheduled to take place on Sunday 11 October 2026. It’s an annual 13.1-mile road race that takes place in Oxford, bringing together thousands of runners of all abilities to take on a scenic route through the city.

The race starts and finishes in Oxford city centre and is known for its flat, fast course, making it popular with first-time half-marathon runners as well as those chasing personal bests. The route typically passes some of Oxford’s most iconic landmarks, including the historic colleges, parks, and riverside paths.

The event attracts a strong community atmosphere, with live music, cheering crowds, and entertainment along the route. It is also closely associated with charity fundraising, with many participants running to support local and national causes.

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The route

The Oxford Half course takes runners through the pristine, winding streets of historic Oxford. The route starts and finishes on Mansfield Road, right in the heart of Oxford – taking you on an unforgettable journey through history, culture, and leafy surroundings, including Sheldonian Theatre, Radcliffe Camera & Bodleian Library, Bridge of Sighs, Summertown, Cutteslowe, University Parks and Old Marston.

Oxford Half Marathon 2025 Map

Whether you are a seasoned veteran or a newbie, join the Oxford Half for a weekend of celebrations and running in the city of dreaming spires. The Oxford Half Marathon usually starts at 9.30am.

Getting there

If you’re driving to the Oxford Half, we recommend using the Park & Ride facilities around Oxford as there is extremely limited parking near the start site. Tickets can be bought at one of the four sites (Pear Tree, Thornhill, and Redbridge) on the day.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When is the Oxford Half Marathon 2026?+

The Oxford Half Marathon 2026 will take place on Sunday 11 October 2026.

What time does the Oxford Half Marathon start?+

The Oxford Half Marathon race is scheduled to start at 9.30am. The event village will be open from 7.30am and all runners will need to arrive between 7.30am and 8.45am.

Where does the Oxford Half marathon start?+

The Oxford Half marathon will likey start and finish on Mansfield Road, right in the heart of Oxford – following the brand-new Oxford Half route introduced in 2025.

Where does the Oxford Half Marathon finish?+

The Oxford Half marathon is expected to finish on Mansfield Road, right in the heart of Oxford – in line with the brand-new route introduced in 2025.

How long is the Oxford Half Marathon?+

The Oxford Half Marathon 2021 is a 13.1-mile (21.08km) race.

What is the Oxford Half Marathon route like?+

Picturesque. And flat. The route takes in much of central Oxford’s stunning architecture and has next to no elevation gain. Basically, it’s a fantastic setting and a great chance for a PB.

Is Oxford Half Marathon flat?+

Yes. The Oxford Half Marathon is a flat and fast 13.1-mile route through the historic city of Oxford.

Is there a prize for winning the Oxford Half Marathon?+

There is prize money on offer for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed male and female runners along with a complimentary entry into the following year’s race.

Male and female age category winners will also receive a complimentary place into the following year’s race.

There is also prize money on offer for the 1st placed male and female wheelchair finishers along with a complimentary entry into the following year’s race.

The fastest runner taking part in fancy dress is offered a free place into the following year’s race!

Will there be a bag drop at the event?+

Yes – there will be a space to store your bag whilst you run. You will receive your race number in the post if you purchased race pack postage, which will also contain your bag label and bag collection tab.

Please visit the tent that corresponds to your race number range. Any bag dropped at the bag drop must be a maximum of 45cm x 45cm x 25cm (normal backpack size).

Larger bags, holdalls and any size suitcase, will not be accepted. Random bag checks will also be in operation on event day by our security team – please follow all instructions if asked by one of our team.

How do I get my race pack?+

If you purchased race pack postage when you signed up, you should receive this in the post around 2 weeks prior to the event. Your address must be up to date on your registration at least 6 weeks before the event in order for these to be sent to the correct place as it will not be re-sent.

If you did not pay for race pack postage when registering, you will need to collect your race pack from the collection point in the event Village on the Saturday prior to the event. The Helpdesk and collection desk will be located at Oxford University Parks (OX1 3RF) and it will be open from 10.00am to 5.00pm.

Will there be anywhere for runners to change on the morning of the race?+

The organisers advise coming dressed ready to race so you can head straight to your start pen. However, there will be a limited amount of changing space available for runners to use, which will be located close to the bag drop area.

The Race Day Guide will have more information and will be available 2 weeks prior to the event and emailed to all runners!

Are there toilets on the course?+

There will be toilet stops at various stages throughout the course, including:

Just after mile four.

Midway between miles six and seven.

Just before mile eight.

Shortly before mile ten.

Just before mile 12.

Will there be first aid stations as well?+

Yes, there will be first aid stations at the same distances as the above toilets.

And water stops?+

Runners can bring their own supply of water, but there will also be water stops at the following distances:

Just after mile four.

Just before mile eight.

Shortly before mile ten.

Just after mile 12.

There will also be energy drink on offer to runners at mile at Aid Station 2 (Mile 6.4)

Can runners wear headphones?+

You are more than welcome to run with headphones, however, the organisers recommend running without so you can listen for any instructions from route marshals and soak up the amazing route entertainment & atmosphere!

How long do runners have to complete the race?+

Runners have 3 hours and 30 minutes to finish the race. After the three-and-a-half hours cut-off time, runners will not be stopped. Instead, stewards will ask any runners left to move to the pavement so streets can reopen. Their medals will still be waiting for them at the finish line.

How do I get to the Oxford Half Marathon?+

As always, if you can’t get there by foot, we advice you to travel by public transport. Any runners relying on travelling by car, however, should use either the Redbridge Park & Ride or Thornhill Park & Ride sites because the city centre will have various road closures in place on the day (more on these later).

IN previouse events, parking and bus tickets were available in advance (up to four days before the date of travel) via the RingGo app. Tickets provide return travel to central Oxford and 12 hours of parking. Anyone who has purchased in advance will just need to show the driver their RingGo app confirmation. Up to two adult tickets per car can be purchased in this way; if you have more than two adults travelling, additional return travel can be bought in person on the day.

There are no train services from London that arrive in Oxford in time for you to make the start line on time.

Are there any road closures?+

Yes, there will be a lot of road closures in place during the event – with the majority closing from 8.00am on Sunday (Holywell Street, however, will shut at 6.00am). Others will be closed from Saturday.

Roads will then begin reopening gradually from 11.00am (Magdalen Street East and St Giles) until the final roads (Broad Street, Museum Road, and Parks Road) reopen at 6.0pm.

Full details of road closures – including details of closures the day before the race – can be found at

Where are the best places for spectators?+

Being a city centre half marathon, there is no bad place from which to cheer the runners as they go by.

There are plenty of places where the route will provide an amazing backdrop for photos of friends and family out on the course and other spots where you’ll be able to see people go by twice as they loop back down the same road.

Check out the map for a better idea of where to stand – it may depend on where you think the person you’re supporting could most do with seeing a friendly face in the crowd.

Will there be on-course entertainment?+

Plenty. There will be numerous bands, choirs, DJs, and performers dotted along the route, offering runners some much-needed encouragement, and adding to the fantastic atmosphere on race day.

Details of acts and their locations will be published closer to the event date.

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Saturday Night Comedy at The Glee Club, Oxford
2026-10-10 18:30 | The Glee Club, Oxford, The Bullingdon, 162 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1UE
Saturday Night Comedy at The Glee Club, Oxford

About Saturday Night Comedy at The Glee Club, Oxford

Treat yourself to a Saturday night of award-winning comedy at The Glee Club in Oxford with four superb stand-up comedians that will keep you laughing until Monday.

Lineup:Visit the Glee Club Oxford website for the Saturday Night Comedy lineup.

Tickets

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Booking information

Prices:Full price – £19.00 + booking feeStudent price – £12.00 + booking fee (dated ID required)

Tickets are subject to a booking fee of £2.00

Minimum age: 18+This event is for over 18s only. No refunds will be issued for under 18s. All under 25s may require government-issued photo ID to gain entry.

Doors open:6.30pm

Last entry:7.15pm

Seating: Unallocated seatingIf booked wheelchair accessible seating please email access@glee.co.uk with your requirements.

Visit the event website for more information

Out of the Deep
2026-10-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Parks Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Out of the Deep

About Out of the Deep

Every Saturday, families can drop in to the Museum of the History of Science for Out of the Deep, a hands-on session exploring the fascinating world of marine reptiles.

Between 11.00am and 1.00pm, visitors of all ages can handle real specimens and learn more about creatures that once lived beneath the waves.

The event is free and requires no booking. Please note there are no sessions on 04 April (Easter weekend) or 26 December.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Free event

Dates & times:

Every Saturday at 11.00am, except 27 December 2026

Running time:

2 hours

Age guidance:

Suitable for all ages.

Good to know:

Free event. No booking required.

Accessibility information:

Wheelchair accessible? – Yes

Hearing loops? – No

Seating? – Yes

Refreshments? – No

Flashing lights? – No

Loud noises? – No

Botley Farmers’ Market, Oxford
2026-10-10 10:00 - 15:00 | West Way Square, Botley Oxford, West Way Square, Botley, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Botley Farmers’ Market, Oxford

About Botley Farmers’ Market

Botley Farmers’ Market, in Botley, just outside Oxford, takes place every Saturday from 10.00am to 3.00pm. The market is located in the brand new West Way Square, and you can pick up all your locally sourced produce and food.

Editorial update

We have unconfirmed reports that the Botley Farmer’s Market is permanently closed. If that’s wrong, you can suggest an edit via our contact page.

North Parade Market on 2nd Saturdays
2026-10-10 10:00 - 14:00 | North Parade Avenue, North Parade Avenue, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 6LX
North Parade Market Oxford

About the North Parade Market

Established in July 2012, the first market was held the following October. Since then, market has quickly become one of the most highly regarded markets in the North Oxford area.

The market features organic and artisan producers from the local area, who bring life and colour to this pleasant avenue in the central north Oxford area.

The North Parade Market takes place every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month on North Parade Avenue which runs between the Woodstock Road (Church Walk, leading to North Parade Avenue) and Banbury Road.

East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market
2026-10-10 10:00 - 13:00 | East Oxford Primary School, Union Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1JP
East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market

About the East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market

The East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market is a small, friendly local market with plenty of fresh food, delicious sweet and savoury takeaways, dried foods, and a plant-based café. The market also features stalls non-food stalls selling antiques, scarves and shawls, non-plastic household goods, and makeup, plus cleaners and detergents.

The majority of the producers are from within 30 miles of Oxford.

The market began in August 2006 with just six stalls, and it has since grown into a local institution. Today, regular stalls include:

Mighty Pie Co – artisan traditional hand made meat & vegetarian flat & raised pies made from local ingredients

Crudges Cheese – a range of cheeses hand made by ethical & sustainable cheese makers known personally to award-winning Crudges

Willowbrook Farm – free-range chicken, lamb, beef, organic eggs & local honey

Natural Bread – handcrafted speciality breads

Mrs B’s Antiques – antique jewellery & vintage household goods

Jericho Coffee Traders – premium coffee roasted in Jericho & served from a vivid turquoise tuk-tuk

Jason’s Book Box – second-hand books

Sandy Lane Farm – seasonal, fresh, local organic fruit & veg, lamb & pork

SESI Food & Detergent Filling Station – refilling empty containers for fairtrade, organic dried foods; household detergents & hair-care products

The market also has a cafe which runs each week selling delicious breakfasts, lunches, cakes and fair-trade teas and coffee. This is a lovely place to meet up and take a break from shopping.

The market is wheelchair accessible both inside and outside.

The East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market is a non-profit making organisation (a Society for the Benefit of the Community). It is run by a committee and a group of volunteers.

Getting there

The market takes place every Saturday from 10.00am to 1.00pm at East Oxford Primary School. Head down Cowley Road until you reach Tesco – the school borders on the car park directly behind it.

Henley-on-Thames Farmer’s Market on 2nd Saturdays
2026-10-10 08:00 - 13:00 | Henley-on-Thames Town Centre, Market Place, RG9 2AQ, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2AQ
Henley Farmers Market, Henly on Thames, Oxfordshire

About Henley-on-Thames Farmer’s Market

The Henley-on-Thames Farmer’s Market takes place in Henley Market Place on the 2nd Saturday and 4th Thursday of the month from 8.00am to 2.00pm.

Expect stalls with delicious, fresh, locally produced, seasonal food as well as crafts and non-food items from suppliers in and around the Henley-on-Thames area.

Traders are producers of their own produce who are actively involved in the production process of the goods for sale. All produce is grown, reared, caught, brewed, pickled, baked, smoked or processed by the producer.

Additionally, stalls are staffed by the producer, family member or someone who is directly involved in growing, raising or producing the goods on sale, or those with a good working knowledge of the production process.

Good to know

The Town Council organises several weekend / Continental-style Markets each year, and the Charter Market is held in Market Place every Thursday (except on the 4th Thursday of the Month when it is replaced by the Farmers Market).

Cliveden Literary Festival
2026-10-10 00:00 - 2026-10-11 23:59 | Cliveden House, Berkshire, Cliveden Road, Taplow, Berkshire, SL6 0JF, United Kingdom
Cliveden Literary Festival

About Cliveden Literary Festival

The acclaimed Cliveden Literary Festival returns to the historic Cliveden House for its ninth edition this October, bringing together leading authors, historians, journalists, politicians and public figures for a weekend of lively discussion, thought-provoking ideas and political debate.

Established in 2017, the sell-out festival has earned a reputation as one of the UK’s premier literary events. Following her visit in 2025, Her Majesty The Queen described it as “a perfection of a literary festival.”

The speaker line-up for 2026 will be announced over the coming months. Last year’s programme featured an impressive roster including Ian Rankin, Salman Rushdie, Richard E. Grant, Douglas Murray, Jung Chang, Niall Ferguson, Alain de Botton, Elif Shafak, Anthony Horowitz, Wes Streeting, William Boyd, Emily Maitlis and many more.

Run by a committee of authors and historians including Andrew Roberts, Natalie Livingstone, Catherine Ostler and Simon Sebag Montefiore, the festival draws on Cliveden House’s rich heritage as a literary salon once frequented by figures including Alexander Pope, Alfred, Lord Tennyson, George Bernard Shaw, Jonathan Swift and Winston Churchill.

Visitors can also explore the National Trust gardens at Cliveden House and enjoy scenic walks overlooking the River Thames during their visit.

Tickets are expected to go on sale in late July 2026, with the full programme to be announced beforehand.

Watch the highlights

Tickets

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Booking information

2025 Ticket prices:

Weekend – £235.00 plus £8.63 booking fee

Saturday – £120.00 plus £7.69 booking fee

Sunday – £120.00 plus £7.69 booking fee

Student Ticket Weekend – £117.50 plus £7.54 booking fee

Student Ticket Saturday and Sunday – £60.00 plus £4.09 booking fee

Student Ticket Sunday – £60.00 plus £4.09 booking fee

Gallery

Science Saturdays
2026-10-10 00:00 - 23:59 | Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Parks Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Science Saturdays

About Science Saturdays

Meet scientists to investigate real natural history specimens from the collection. Hands-on science-based activities where families can explore a range of topics including insects, fossils, skeletons and microscopes. Touch real specimens and try investigating like a scientist.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Free event

Dates & times:

Returns October 2026

Age guidance:

Suitable for all ages.

Good to know:

Free event. No booking required.

Accessibility information:

Wheelchair accessible? – Yes

Hearing loops? – No

Seating? – Yes

Refreshments? – No

Flashing lights? – No

Loud noises? – No

Dame Sarah Connolly Recital
2026-10-09 19:45 | Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
Dame Sarah Connolly Recital

About Dame Sarah Connolly Recital

An unmissable way to launch the 2026 Oxford International Song Festival.

Dame Sarah Connolly is one of the country’s best-loved singers, whose profound artistry and uniquely beautiful voice have captivated audiences across the globe.

She opens this year’s Oxford International Song Festival with renowned pianist Joseph Middleton.

Their programme includes songs by Mendelssohn and Brahms, setting up the Festival’s theme of ‘Love Songs’ with these two masters of German song.

They also include settings of French poetry by Franz Liszt and a group of songs by Claude Debussy, as well as a cycle written for them by Errollyn Wallen, the Master of the King’s Music.

Reviews

“A lustrous performance, marked by rich chest tones and plainspoken eloquence.”

San Francisco Chronicle

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £26.95 to £53.90

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee

Dates & times:

Friday 09 October 2026 at 7.45pm

Location:

Sohmen Concert Hall

The Orbison Project
2026-10-09 19:30 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
The Orbison Project

About The Orbison Project

The UK’s most authentic Roy Orbison tribute band

The Orbison Project is a fantastic six-piece tribute band celebrating the memorable music of Roy Orbison.

The Orbison Project

The band, all highly accomplished musicians, is fronted by Dave Collison, an impressively-accurate Orbison ‘soundalike’ and ‘lookalike’ singer who perfectly captures Orbison’s unique vocals.

Expect to hear classics including Only The Lonely, In Dreams, It’s Over, Oh Pretty Woman, Running Scared, I Drove All Night, You Got It and many more.

Don’t miss your chance to relive the music that has touched generations.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £28.60

Dates & times:

Friday 09 October 2026 at 7.30pm

Running time:

Two 50-minute sets with an interval of around 20 minutes.

Location:

Norman Bragg Studio

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.

Opened in 2010, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London.

Designed for comfort and accessibility, the venue features step-free access, wheelchair spaces, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical, stand-up comedy, or a magical Christmas pantomime, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

See other shows at this venue

Oxford International Song Festival 2026
2026-10-09 00:00 - 2026-10-25 23:59 | The Levine Building, Trinity College Oxford, Broad Street,, Oxford, OX1 3BH
Oxford International Song Festival 2026

Oxford International Song Festival 2026

The 25th Oxford International Song Festival will mark a landmark year with a timeless theme: Love Songs. An international roster of artists will explore love through poetry and music, in performances that range from passionate to witty and ironic.

Audiences can look forward to over sixty events featuring more than 200 world-class artists, including Benjamin Appl, Juliane Banse, Helen Charlston, Dame Sarah Connolly, Alice Coote, Konstantin Krimmel, Christoph Prégardien, Anna Prohaska, Brindley Sherratt, Camilla Tilling, and Roderick Williams.

Concerts and talks run from morning until late at night, offering something for every song enthusiast. Performances take place in some of Oxford’s most atmospheric venues, including the Holywell Music Room, Sheldonian Theatre, Jacqueline du Pré Music Building, and Merton College Chapel.

The festival will also feature three special events in the inaugural season of Oxford’s new Schwarzman Centre.

Full details of all performances are available on the festival’s website.

Tickets

Visit the event website for individual event details, prices and tickets.

A flexible ticketing system is being trialled this year, inviting those who can to pay a little more to support reduced-price access for others.

Festival passes

Festival Passes offer the best way to experience the Festival in full.

Choose from the Full Festival Pass granting access to all events; Week One or Week Two Passes, each covering nine days of performances.

Printed Programme Passes and Texts & Translations will also be available for purchase, with digital versions free to download in advance.

Buy festival passes

Venues

The Oxford International Song Festival takes place across various venues in Oxford, including:

Robert Jon & The Wreck
2026-10-08 19:00 | O2 Academy Oxford, 190 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1UE, United Kingdom
Robert Jon & The Wreck

About Robert Jon & The Wreck

Critically acclaimed Southern roots rock band Robert Jon & The Wreck head out on the second leg of their 2026 UK Tour in support of their latest album Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes.

Since their inception in 2011, these native Californians have been captivating audiences all over the world with their soaring guitar leads, rich vocal harmonies, and memorable tunes.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£33.70

Dates & times:

Thursday 08 October 2026 at 7.00pm

Curfew:

11.00pm

Age guidance:

Over 8s only.

Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18.

Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.

Location:

O2 Academy

Security – bag policy:

Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities for leaving large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag – and it’s preferable you don’t, please make sure it’s small. Only one small bag per person is permitted and it must not be bigger than A4 size. Height: 28.7cm Width: 21cm Depth 15 cm.

Ticket limits:

Please note that there is a ticket limit of 6 tickets per person, per household, and per credit card on this event. Please adhere to published ticket limits. Persons who exceed the ticket limit may have any or all of their orders and tickets cancelled without notice by Ticketmaster at its discretion. This includes orders associated with the same name, e-mail address, billing address, credit card number, or other information.

About O2 Academy Oxford

The Edwardian building on Cowley Road has been hosting live music for decades. But prior to being a music venue, it was a Cooperative party hall. It was originally known as The Venue and then the much-respected Zodiac, both of which paved the way for O2 Academy Oxford, which officially launched in September 2007, with performances from New Young Pony Club, The Magic Numbers and Young Knives.

Since then, the O2 Academy Oxford has established itself as one of the city’s greatest venues for live music and club nights, with some of the best gigs to date coming from Ed Sheeran, Foals, Stereophonics, Ozzy Osbourne, Babyshambles, Hozier and Royal Blood. Visit the venue information page for further details, including opening times, getting there, age restrictions and more.

Jack Carroll: The Fall Guy
2026-10-07 19:30 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Jack Carroll: The Fall Guy

About Jack Carroll: The Fall Guy

Join BAFTA-Winning Comedian and Star of Britain’s Got Talent, Live at the Apollo and Coronation Street as he expertly examines subjects that can make us feel awkward, within the safe confines of his northern charm.

Jack Carroll: The Fall Guy

Expect jokes about the broken promises of modern life, internet rabbit holes, and his disability, obviously- that being said, buy a ticket to prove you don’t hate people with cerebral palsy.

Reviews

“Jack is a master of both comedy and gnostic wisdom.”

Frankie Boyle

“Carroll is terrific.”

The Guardian

“Incredible”

Jason Manford

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £24.20

Dates & times:

Wednesday 07 October 2026 at 7.30pm

Location:

Norman Bragg Studio

Age guidance:

14+

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.

Opened in 2010, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London.

Designed for comfort and accessibility, the venue features step-free access, wheelchair spaces, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical, stand-up comedy, or a magical Christmas pantomime, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

See other shows at this venue

Steve Reich: Different Trains
2026-10-06 19:00 - 20:15 | Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
Steve Reich: Different Trains

About Steve Reich: Different Trains

Propulsive, elegaic and affecting music, performed by a world-renowned string quartet.

Steve Reich’s Different Trains is one of the defining works of the late 20th century, earning the composer a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Composition in 1989 and inspired by the train journeys Reich took as a child across the United States during the Second World War.

Fragments of speech from train conductors, Holocaust survivors and Reich’s governess are interwoven with live strings, creating a haunting sonic tapestry. For this performance, the tape track has been remastered for spatialised sound, animating it with a vividness beyond what listeners may previously have heard, and brought to life alongside the Ligeti Quartet.

Alongside it is Justė Janulytė’s Circle for a Square, a reimagining of a work originally conceived for four string quartets that plays with the sense of space and time, and Reich’s Triple Quartet, a three-movement work of exhilarating momentum and intensity, written for three string quartets.

Three different journeys, with the groundbreaking Ligeti Quartet as bold and brilliant guides.

Performers:

Ligeti Quartet

Repertoire:

Steve Reich Different Trains

Justė Janulytė Circle for a Square

Steve Reich Triple Quartet

Reviews

“Technical mastery and creative interpretation.”

Bachtrack

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £14.00 to £30.80

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee

Dates & times:

Tuesday 06 October 2026 at 7.00pm

Running time:

1 hour 15 minutes, with no interval

Location:

Sohmen Concert Hall
