London City Ballet - Momentum
2025-11-11 19:30 - 21:10 (Europe/London) | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
London City Ballet – Momentum

About London City Ballet – Momentum

Reborn and returning for 2025…

London City Ballet, the former resident company of Sadler’s Wells, returns after a staggering inaugural year that included a global tour through Asia, America, and Europe.

Performing with the company in Oxford will be celebrated ballerina, Alina Cojocaru.

In keeping with London City Ballet’s ethos of bringing to the stage rarely seen works, we present George Balanchine’s Haieff Divertimento – an early work by the master choreographer originally dubbed lost for 40 years after its premiere and to this day remaining unseen outside the USA.

Alexei Ratmansky, New York City Ballet’s artist in residence, is a leading light on the global dance scene. ‘Pictures at an Exhibition’, to Modest Mussorgsky’s eponymous score, is set against a backdrop depicting Wassily Kandinsky’s best-known masterpieces. Here, the dancers truly bring the art to life.

Unseen in the UK since its 2009 premiere, Consolations & Liebestraum by Liam Scarlett is a response to Franz Liszt’s piano score of the same name. Scarlett’s affecting ballet depicts the lifecycle of a relationship, its blossoming and later fracturing love.

Emerging choreographer, Florent Melac, best known as a Premier Danseur at the Paris Opera Ballet, creates a new work for the company in a unique, fluid, musical style which combines inventive transitions with intimate partnering.

Join London City Ballet as it builds momentum and continues forging a path to Theatres across the world.

Awards

The Guardian Best Dance of 2024 List

The Times The Best of The Arts 2024 List

What the critics say

“London City Ballet is wide awake and back in business.”

The Times

“…a glorious revival.”

The Guardian

“An astute mix of revivals and new work.”

The Times

“…leaves an indelible mark on the mind.”

Bristol Post

“…rings with the clarity of perfection.”

Stage Talk

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £35.00

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Tuesday 11 November 2025 at 7.30pm

Running time:

1 hour 40 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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Jen Brister: Reactive
2025-11-12 00:00 - 2025-11-13 23:59 | Oxford Playhouse, Beaumont Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2LW, United Kingdom
Jen Brister: Reactive

About Jen Brister: Reactive

Jen Brister is Reactive – or so she’s been told. Apparently, you don’t have to respond to every little thing around you. Finding herself in a constant state of exacerbation at the state of the world and people in general, Brister has been told she needs to chill the hell out. Can Jen find her zen? It seems unlikely, to be honest…

Jen is a critically acclaimed stand-up comedian and writer, as seen on BBC’s Live at the Apollo, Frankie Boyle’s New World Order, QI, and Mock The Week. Following a sold-out 2022 tour, Jen is back on the road with her highly anticipated new show.

Reviews

“Furiously Funny”

The Guardian

“Her energy is explosive. Her use of space and delivery, mesmerising.”

The Sunday Times

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £29.00

A £2.75 booking fee per transaction applies to this event, except for members, schools, groups, access bookers, and tickets priced under £10.00.

Dates & times:

Wednesday 12 to Thursday 13 November 2025 at 7.30pm

Running time:

This show has an interval

Age guidance:

18+

Warning:

This show contains strong language

About Oxford Playhouse

Oxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas, family entertainment, contemporary dance and music, student and amateur shows, comedy, lectures and poetry.

The Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series, which brings unique events to various locations across the county.

The theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15,000 individuals annually, offering an extensive range of activities, including post-show discussions, workshops, work experience opportunities, holiday programs, a youth theatre, and a company for young performers.

Oxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages, within its community and online.

Discover more about Oxford Playhouse, including travel, access and venue information.

Academy Autumn Term
2025-11-12 16:00 - 17:30 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Academy Autumn Term

About Academy Autumn Term

Join Aylesbury Waterside’s new Academy. Weekly drama sessions for ages 8 to 11.

Develop key drama skills through games, tasks, improvisation, devising, script, and creative work. Exploring a range of spaces across the theatre venue: what better way to introduce children to the world of performance and creativity! £100 per term. Remember to sign up for the Free Taster Session on Wednesday 24 September.

No prior experience necessary: the class allows children to explore a variety of themes and subjects in a safe and inclusive environment.

Participants will need to wear comfortable clothing that they can move around in and no heavy boots/shoes (we would recommend trainers!). They will need to bring a snack and a water bottle, which can be refilled as needed.

All Creative Learning practitioners and assistants are DBS-checked, and an assistant will remain in the session in a pastoral role throughout, helping children to settle in and gain confidence.

The Creative Learning team will email you with further details and a parent/guardian registration form.

Academy Autumn Term

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £90.00

No transaction fees

Dates & times:

Wednesday 01 October to Wednesday 10 December 2025 at 4.00pm

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Location:

Main Auditorium

Age guidance:

8 to 11

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

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Ghost Stories of M. R. James
2025-11-12 19:30 | The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury, Spiceball Park, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5QE
Ghost Stories of M. R. James

About Ghost Stories of M. R. James

Ghost Stories of M.R. James

An evening of classic ghost stories where you, the audience, choose which tales are performed!

No two performances will be the same, guaranteed!

Casting the Runes, A Warning to the Curious, Count Magnus, The Fenstanton Witch, and many more!

Jonathan Goodwin plays Montague Rhodes James in a show scripted by himself!

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £19.50

Dates & times:

Wednesday 12 November 2025 at 7.30pm

About The Mill Arts Centre

The Mill Arts Centre is the cultural hub for Banbury and the surrounding area.

As the only dedicated arts provision in the area, it aims to inspire creativity and enrich the lives of the communities by providing a high-quality, varied artistic, educational and participatory programme.

It plays a significant role in the town’s cultural, social and economic development by offering the community the chance to engage with and be entertained by several art forms.

The Mill Arts Centre offers an exciting live events programme, including theatre, dance, music, comedy, film, workshops and classes. Alongside this, it runs several community projects and initiatives with partner organisations.

You can visit our Café Bar for delicious hot and cold drinks and light refreshments – and while you’re there, the Gallery is home to a fantastic programme of exhibitions from local artists.

Alternatively, if you’re looking for meeting rooms or spaces for hire in Banbury, our wide range of spaces – including our theatre, art studio, dance studio and meeting rooms – are available for hire.

Discover more about The Mill Arts Centre, including travel, access and venue information.

The Stylistics
2025-11-12 19:30 - 22:00 | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
The Stylistics

About The Stylistics

The Stylistics recorded a remarkable 10 straight top ten hits during the early 1970s including the Grammy-nominated hit ‘You Make Me Feel Brand New’, ‘Can’t Give You Anything (But y Love)’, ‘I’m Stone In Love With You’, ‘Let’s Put It All Together’, ‘Sing Baby Sing’, ‘Rockin Roll Baby’ and more. Their latest album ‘Falling In Love With My Girl’ features legendary artists including Ronnie Wood, Gene Simmons & Steve Lukather, and their new single ‘Yes I Will’ is performed along with Shania Twain.

The Stylistics

With their charisma, style, and harmony, The Stylistics evolved into one of the best-selling Phili groups ever. Don’t miss this brilliant show packed with back-to-back hits and more!

“We love returning to the UK and can’t wait to perform all our hits, bringing back great memories and having a great evening with you all” …..The Stylistics

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £39.89

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Wednesday 12 November 2025 at 7.30pm

Running time:

2 hours 30 minutes, including an interval

Age guidance:

3+

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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Oxford Victorian Christmas Market 2025
2025-11-13 00:00 - 2025-11-16 23:59 | Broad Street, Broad Street, Oxford City Centre, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3AS, United Kingdom
Oxford Victorian Christmas Market 2025

About Oxford Victorian Christmas Market 2025

The popular Oxford Victorian Christmas Market is returning to Broad Street for its 5th year, with around 50 Festive food, drink, and artisan stalls to browse and try.

Stalls will fill the heart of Oxford City centre presenting a Victorian market with all the colours, sights, sounds and irresistible aromas of Christmas.

Expect Yuletide stalls fully stocked and decked out in traditional style, and all traders wearing Victorian dress.

Glorious gift shopping made easy with lots of choice, innovative ideas, traditional toys, stocking fillers, sweets, treats and goodies, a wide range of festive street food, and Victorian themed

Watch highlights from 2021

Event details

Dates & times:Thursday 13 November from noon to 8.00pm Friday 14 November from 10.00am to 8.00pmSaturday 15 November from 10.00am to 8.00pmSunday 16 November from 10.00am to 5.00pm

About the organisers:The market is organised by LSD Promotions, and all trading enquiries should be directed to the organisers.

Looking for more Christmas inspiration? Take a look at our comprehensive guide to Christmas in Oxford and across Oxfordshire.

The Budapest Cafe Orchestra
2025-11-13 19:30 | The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury, Spiceball Park, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5QE
The Budapest Cafe Orchestra

About The Budapest Cafe Orchestra

Christian Garrick & the Budapest Café Orchestra

Refreshingly unconventional and snappily attired boutique orchestra BCO play gypsy and folk-flavoured music in their unique and surprising way. From Balkan and Russian traditional music to their artful distillations of Romantic masterworks to soaring Gaelic folk anthems, BCO is an infectious musical experience like none other.

With fifteen albums to their name, Budapest Café Orchestra was established by British composer and violinist Christian Garrick in 2009. A diminutive ensemble of just four players, the BCO creates an astonishing soundscape and aural alchemy characteristic of larger ensembles, combining violin, guitar, accordion, double bass, saz, balalaika, domra, and percussion to dazzling effect.

Reviews

“Not so much a band name as a whole genre of its own, Budapest Café Orchestra embraces an encyclopedia of music and mischief.”

SCOTSMAN

“Your music is really great.”

Helena Bonham Carter

“The music is magic in their hands.”

Sean Rafferty BBC Radio 3

“Absolutely acoustically electrifying!”

Time Out

“Back by popular demand, the fiery vivacity and awe inspiring musicianship of the finest purveyors of Eastern European gypsy music this side of a Lada scrap heap will leave you with a grin on your face and rhythm in your feet…”

TIMES

“Mascara rearrangers.”

Fran Riley

“They make the world a better place.“

Bob Misto, Nevada, U.S.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Standard – £20.00

Under 12 Years – £12.00

Dates & times:

Tuesday 13 November 2025 at 7.30pm

About The Mill Arts Centre

The Mill Arts Centre is the cultural hub for Banbury and the surrounding area.

As the only dedicated arts provision in the area, it aims to inspire creativity and enrich the lives of the communities by providing a high-quality, varied artistic, educational and participatory programme.

It plays a significant role in the town’s cultural, social and economic development by offering the community the chance to engage with and be entertained by several art forms.

The Mill Arts Centre offers an exciting live events programme, including theatre, dance, music, comedy, film, workshops and classes. Alongside this, it runs several community projects and initiatives with partner organisations.

You can visit our Café Bar for delicious hot and cold drinks and light refreshments – and while you’re there, the Gallery is home to a fantastic programme of exhibitions from local artists.

Alternatively, if you’re looking for meeting rooms or spaces for hire in Banbury, our wide range of spaces – including our theatre, art studio, dance studio and meeting rooms – are available for hire.

Discover more about The Mill Arts Centre, including travel, access and venue information.

The Rat Pack - A Swingin' Christmas at the Sands
2025-11-13 19:30 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
The Rat Pack – A Swingin’ Christmas at the Sands

About The Rat Pack – A Swingin’ Christmas at the Sands

The stars of ‘The Rat Pack – Swingin’ at the Sands’ will be bringing the ultimate Christmas party to the UK this festive season following a sold out show at the West Ends’ Adelphi Theatre last December.

After spending five years starring as Dean Martin in the hit West End show ‘The Rat Pack – Live From Las Vegas’, Mark Halliday created his first of many hit shows, ‘The Rat Pack – Swingin’ At The Sands’ in 2010.

The Rat Pack – A Swingin’ Christmas at the Sands

Over the past decade, the show has gone from strength to strength, with appearances in some of the UK’s leading theatres, spots on cruise ships across the world from Catalan to Colombia, events for corporate clients including Virgin Airlines, and performances at outdoor shows everywhere from Denmark to Dubai.

With their mastery of the Great American Songbook, the show prides itself on authenticity, camaraderie, comedy, and the ability to give everyone a swingin’ time.

Starring Tom Russell Fox as Frank Sinatra, Jim Whitley as Sammy Davis Jr and Glenn Macnamara as Dean Martin, the show will offer audiences all the usual most-loved Rat Pack staples including New York, New York, That’s Life and My Way as well as singalongs to a range of festive favourites such as Winter Wonderland and White Christmas.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £29.70

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Thursday 13 November 2025 at 7.30pm

Running time:

This show has 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.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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Jim Jefferies: Son of a Carpenter
2025-11-13 20:00 | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
Jim Jefferies: Son of a Carpenter

About Jim Jefferies: Son of a Carpenter

Comedian/Actor/Writer and Australian native Jim Jefferies is one of the most popular and respected comedians of his generation, entertaining audiences across the globe with his provocative, belief-challenging, and thought-provoking comedy.

The comedian has released a total of ten stand-up specials since Contraband in 2008, including his most recent 2023 special, High & Dry on Netflix, his 5th special for the streaming service. In the special, newly married and loving life with his wife and kids, Jefferies sounds off on the laziness of koala bears, the injustices of male pattern baldness, and the reason why he’ll never drink again.

Jim Jefferies: Son of a Carpenter

Jefferies has also appeared and starred in films and TV, including the comedy series Legit, which he co-wrote, executive-produced, and starred in for FX. Jim hosted and co-created the popular Comedy Central series, The Jim Jefferies Show, which ran 3 seasons from 2017-2019.

In 2019, Jim was honored as Stand-Up Comedian of the Year at the Just for Laughs Festival.

Jim’s newest worldwide tour, Son of a Carpenter, launches in 2025.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £43.77

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Thursday 13 November 2025 at 8.00pm

Running time:

This show has 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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Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival 2025
2025-11-14 00:00 - 2025-11-16 23:59 | Oxford City Centre, Oxford City Centre, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival 2025

About Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival 2025

Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival 2025 is a 3-day celebration of Arts, Culture and Community.

Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival 2025 will once again transform the city into a glowing winter wonderland, celebrating community, creativity, and light. Taking place across three days in November, this much-loved annual event will illuminate Oxford’s streets, courtyards, and landmarks with stunning installations, lantern parades, and live performances.

The festival brings together artists, schools, and community groups to create a vibrant celebration of the festive season. Visitors can expect a dazzling programme of light art, music, dance, and storytelling — all set against the city’s iconic historic backdrop. From family-friendly workshops and pop-up theatre to illuminated processions and projections, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

As well as the breathtaking visual displays, the festival also shines a light on Oxford’s creative spirit, featuring work from local artists and performers. Independent food stalls, craft markets, and late-night openings add to the festive atmosphere, inviting visitors to explore, eat, and shop while soaking up the seasonal magic.

Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival 2025 is free to attend, with activities and performances taking place throughout the city centre, including Broad Street, Gloucester Green, and Oxford Castle Quarter. Whether you’re joining the lantern parade, discovering hidden artworks, or simply enjoying the glow of the lights, this year’s festival promises an unforgettable start to the festive season.

Tickets

What’s on

Join the roster of leading cultural organisations that are making Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival 2025 so special:

Film Oxford – A creative arts charity that delivers projects in and with local communities, aiming to serve groups who are economically or socially disadvantaged or who are under-represented in the arts. Film Oxford will be working with Rose Hill Junior Youth Club and the Rose Hill and Iffley Low Carbon Group (RHILC) providing a day of activities inspired by ‘Brilliant Bugs’ celebrating British wildlife with a focus on insects. The evening will feature their signature lantern parade around Rose Hill.

IF Oxford Science and Ideas Festival – A charity that works with hundreds of organisations and groups to capture interest in ‘science and ideas’ topics through educational projects and its annual festival that takes place every October. IF Oxford will be doing ‘Glow Your Own’, an online series of workshops to learn how to programme a simple robotic lantern and ‘Glow Gallery’, a playful exhibition of images of light made by the visitors, with Wolvercote Young Peoples Club, Storey Consulting, OVADA and Pegasus Theatre.

Museum of Oxford – Based in the city’s town hall, the Museum (MOX) has been sharing the amazing stories of the people who have lived and worked in Oxford for nearly 50 years. MOX offers talks, tours and workshops throughout the year and for the festival will be presenting a digital resource pack to create your own lantern inspired by an old-fashioned gas streetlamp that is part of the museum collection.

The North Wall Arts Centre – An arts venue that supports visual and performance artists through residencies and mentorship, involves children, young people and families in its participation programme and shares inspiring theatre and exhibition shows with its wide-ranging audiences. The North Wall is creating a beautiful light trail, with theatre, music, craft and dance for the festival in Cutteslowe Park. The North Wall are working with Cutteslowe Community Centre, Cutteslowe Primary School, Cutteslowe Connected, Dancin’ Oxford, St Michaels and All Angels Church, North Oxford Association and Sunnymead Minnows.

Pegasus Theatre – An arts venue that creates and presents theatre for, by and with young people from diverse backgrounds. It regularly hosts productions from its young companies and the very best small-scale touring theatre as well as a range of drama and dance classes in partnership with Bristol School of Acting and their supported artists. Pegasus is joined by Wild Boor Ideas, WhatNot Theatre, T(Art) Productions and IF Oxford for a day of family fun and experiences at the theatre.

The Covered Market – the world-famous city centre indoor market is home to over 50 independent specialist traders who play host to regular events from music and crafts to quizzes, talks and family workshops. The market is a regular stop for Santa during the Festival weekend, and he’ll be on hand to help little ones write their Christmas wish letters.

Oxford Bus Company – An award-winning service that operates a comprehensive network of bus routes in the city. Over half of their fleet is now fully electric making it one of the greenest bus companies in the UK. The fantastically decorated Christmas Light Bus will be visiting many locations around the city during the festival weekend, the first of several outings around the county in the weeks before Christmas.

Victorian Christmas Market in Broad Street takes place throughout the weekend with live music, traditional artisan market stalls, delicious festive food, tasty refreshments and Victorian street entertainment.

The full programme are published on the Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival website.

Highlights from previous events

Weekend programme
In central Oxford, the weekend will kick off with the Christmas light switch-on on Friday evening, including a large-scale illumination and a Victorian market on Broad Street and in Gloucester Green. Expect yuletide stalls fully stocked and decked out in traditional style, and all traders wearing Victorian dress.

Street celebrations
Switch on your Christmas lights at 5.30pm on Saturday, 19 November. Lots of streets will be making illuminated creations to display in their windows, on their doorsteps or balconies, and some will be organising a little doorstep celebration starting at 5.30pm on Saturday, 19 November.

Local light trails
Light up your street with homemade lanterns and window displays. Get creative and make a festive display for your home. Download the ‘how-to’ instructions for lanterns of all kinds to decorate your door, window, garden or balcony ready for the festival weekend. Follow the video guides to make a colourful window display ready for the festival weekend.

Make and create
Whether it’s how to make a lantern or how to programme some LED lights to wear, there’s plenty of ideas and inspiration to join in a collective bid to bring and share a little light in our lives. You’ll find resources and online workshops you can watch or ‘how-to’ information sheets on the festival website.

Be the light bus tour
In 2020, Oxford Bus Company teamed up with Oxford Business Park to bring a little bit of sparkle to the streets of Oxford during the Christmas Light festival! Local artist Mani and City of Oxford College students created specially designed artworks for the windows of their open-top bus. This year, the Christmas Light Festival bus will be out and about on Saturday 19 November.

Competitions
There will be festive prizes for the 3 best photographs that the organisers receive – but hurry now as they must be received by midday on Sunday, 20 November. The theme for this year will be announced later. Photos will be judged on how they show the atmosphere and creativity of Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival.

Highlights from previous years
The lantern parade opening the festival on Friday evening, taking a route around the city centre.

A vibrant selection of light installations appears around the city over the Festival weekend

The festival brings together an eclectic mix of street and stage performances over the weekend

All images courtesy of Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival

The Car-Makers of Cowley
2025-11-14 02:30 - 16:00 | Museum of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall, St Aldate's, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1BX
The Car-Makers of Cowley

About The Car-Makers of Cowley

This seminar is one of a new six-part event series taking place this autumn, hosted by Oxford University’s Community History Hub. The events will showcase a range of innovative local historical projects run by, or in partnership with, community historians.

Participants will learn about the latest new research being conducted on Oxfordshire’s diverse histories, as well as gain new skills that could help shape personal project ideas.

On 14 November, participants will hear a talk by Maurice East (local historian) and Prof Rob Iliffe (University of Oxford) about ‘The Car-Makers of Cowley’ project. This project is a new joint community-university initiative to document, preserve, and share the multi-faceted history of the local car-making industry, centered around the former Morris car plant in Cowley, which is today the home of ‘MINI’.

Attendees will hear about the rise of the original Morris and Pressed Steel factories in the early twentieth century, the turbulent years of militant industrial action in Cowley during the British Leyland era of the 1960s–80s, and the ways in which the car industry transformed Oxford through new housing developments, migration, and a surge of new vehicles.

The project team also invites participants to share their stories and contributions for inclusion in a new digital archive being developed over the next year. This free, publicly accessible website will showcase local histories, and attendees will have the opportunity to learn more and provide feedback at the event.

Those with personal or family connections to the car plant are especially encouraged to attend, though all with an interest in Oxford’s automotive past are welcome.

The event is free and everyone is welcome, but please note that the number of spaces available is limited, so do book in advance. If you have any questions about the event, you are welcome to contact Dr Priya Atwal (Community History Fellow) via email at priya.atwal@history.ox.ac.uk.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Free event

Dates and times:

Friday 14 November 2025 at 2.30pm

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes

About Museum of Oxford

The Museum of Oxford is the only museum dedicated to telling the story of Oxford and its people. Located inside the Oxford Town Hall, it explores the city’s rich history beyond the university, focusing on the lives, industries, and communities that have shaped Oxford over time.

The museum features interactive exhibits, local artefacts, and personal stories, covering topics such as Oxford’s medieval origins, its diverse communities, and key moments in its development. It also hosts temporary exhibitions, events, and activities for all ages.

Discover more about the Museum of Oxford.

Tea & Talk
2025-11-14 14:00 - 15:30 | Museum of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall, St Aldate's, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1BX
Tea & Talk

About Tea & Talk

Simply time for tea and a chat with other older people with support from some of the museum’s lovely volunteers.

Tea and Talk is a great way to meet others, find out more about what else is happening in the museum, and enjoy time for a cup of tea in a friendly and supported environment. Sessions are free with no need to book and run from 2.00pm to 3.30pm. Donations are welcome.

Tickets

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Booking information

Sessions are free with no need to book

Dates & times:

Friday 10 October 2025 at 2.00pm

Friday 14 November 2025 at 2.00pm

Friday 12 December 2025 at 2.00pm

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes

About Museum of Oxford

The Museum of Oxford is the only museum dedicated to telling the story of Oxford and its people. Located inside the Oxford Town Hall, it explores the city’s rich history beyond the university, focusing on the lives, industries, and communities that have shaped Oxford over time.

The museum features interactive exhibits, local artefacts, and personal stories, covering topics such as Oxford’s medieval origins, its diverse communities, and key moments in its development. It also hosts temporary exhibitions, events, and activities for all ages.

Discover more about the Museum of Oxford.

Lottery Winners
2025-11-14 18:30 | O2 Academy Oxford, 190 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1UE, United Kingdom
Lottery Winners

About Lottery Winners

Known for their energetic live shows, Lottery Winners are known for their blistering indie-pop melodies with heartfelt lyrics that resonate deeply with fans across generations.

Their latest album KOKO debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, praised for it’s anthemic choruses, emotional honesty, and irresistible hooks, further cementing their status as one of Britain’s most beloved bands.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£29.90

Handling fees will be added to each order up to £3.25

Dates & times:

Thursday 13 November 2025 at 6.30pm

Curfew:

10.00pm

Age guidance:

No under 8s.

Under 14s to be accompanied at all times 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.

Ticket fees:

Per order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge).

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.

Henning Wehn - Acid Wehn
2025-11-14 19:30 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Henning Wehn – Acid Wehn

About Henning Wehn – Acid Wehn

Award-deserving German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn takes an unbiased look at climate change, a topic sure to delight audiences and no surprise. After all, everyone loves talking about the weather. Rain or shine, all will be fine. Or maybe it won’t. Who knows?! Come along. Or else.

Reviews

“Wehn has given us an understanding of German quirks.”

King Charles III

“As subtle as Schumacher on Battiston.”

Some bloke on X

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:

From £29.49

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Friday 14 November 2025 at 7.30pm

Running time:

This show has 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.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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Mark Watson: Before It Overtakes Us
2025-11-14 19:30 | The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury, Spiceball Park, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5QE
Mark Watson: Before It Overtakes Us

About Mark Watson: Before It Overtakes Us

20 years in stand-up for the ‘Taskmaster’ cheeky texts icon, multi-award-winner, YouTube cult figure, Radio 4 favourite, and recently ‘Baby Reindeer’ actor: Watson returns after seasons at the Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Edinburgh comedy festivals.

A recent encounter with a stranger caused Mark to spend some time pondering the uncertain future facing humanity. He explores this – along with equally pressing matters like the worst word he has ever said in public, the current state of the UK sausage industry, and much more – in a typically frantic and fun-packed new show.

Reviews

“A genius-level comic doing what he does best.” ★★★★★

Time Out Melbourne

“Quite unlike anything else I’ve seen in almost 20 years of covering the Fringe…witty, warm, perfectly judged.” ★★★★★

Telegraph

“An hour or two of our limited span on Earth in his uplifting, witty company is time excellently spent.” ★★★★

Chortle

“One of the most genuinely joyous presences in comedy.” ★★★★

The Times

“This is a stand-up operating at the very top of his game.” ★★★★

Independent

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £25.50

Dates & times:

Friday 14 November 2025 at 7.30pm

About The Mill Arts Centre

The Mill Arts Centre is the cultural hub for Banbury and the surrounding area.

As the only dedicated arts provision in the area, it aims to inspire creativity and enrich the lives of the communities by providing a high-quality, varied artistic, educational and participatory programme.

It plays a significant role in the town’s cultural, social and economic development by offering the community the chance to engage with and be entertained by several art forms.

The Mill Arts Centre offers an exciting live events programme, including theatre, dance, music, comedy, film, workshops and classes. Alongside this, it runs several community projects and initiatives with partner organisations.

You can visit our Café Bar for delicious hot and cold drinks and light refreshments – and while you’re there, the Gallery is home to a fantastic programme of exhibitions from local artists.

Alternatively, if you’re looking for meeting rooms or spaces for hire in Banbury, our wide range of spaces – including our theatre, art studio, dance studio and meeting rooms – are available for hire.

Discover more about The Mill Arts Centre, including travel, access and venue information.

Eliza Carthy & Jon Boden's Wassail
2025-11-14 19:30 | Oxford Playhouse, Beaumont Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2LW, United Kingdom
Eliza Carthy & Jon Boden’s Wassail

About Eliza Carthy & Jon Boden’s Wassail

Following the success of their last visit, Eliza Carthy and Jon Boden return for another unforgettable evening of music and merriment.

Long before carolling became tradition, festive revellers would travel door to door, offering songs in exchange for food, drink, or coin. Rooted in the Old English waes hael meaning “be well” wassailing is a toast to health and happiness.

Two of the UK folk scene’s most celebrated artists unite for a nationwide wassail, blending their extraordinary talents to revive the magic of these age-old seasonal songs.

Join them for a night of festive cheer, timeless music, and a heartfelt celebration of tradition.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £29.00

A £2.75 booking fee per transaction applies to this event, except for members, schools, groups, access bookers, and tickets priced under £10.00.

Dates & times:

Friday 14 November 2025 at 7.30pm

Running time:

2 hours, including an interval

Age guidance:

14+

About Oxford Playhouse

Oxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas, family entertainment, contemporary dance and music, student and amateur shows, comedy, lectures and poetry.

The Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series, which brings unique events to various locations across the county.

The theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15,000 individuals annually, offering an extensive range of activities, including post-show discussions, workshops, work experience opportunities, holiday programs, a youth theatre, and a company for young performers.

Oxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages, within its community and online.

Discover more about Oxford Playhouse, including travel, access and venue information.

A Fairytale for Christmas
2025-11-15 00:00 - 23:59 | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
A Fairytale for Christmas

About A Fairytale for Christmas

‘Tis the season to be jolly as the ultimate Irish Christmas concert is back for 2025!

After four back-to-back sell-out tours and successful runs in the USA and Europe, A Fairytale for Christmas has gained thousands of festive fans across the globe – and is now back in town.

From the producers of Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of The Dubliners, immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas as talented singers, musicians, and dancers perform dashing renditions of Yuletide favourites, including Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town, Step into Christmas, O Holy Night, and The Fairytale of New York.

A Fairytale for Christmas

…and just when you think the party couldn’t get any better, this world-class concert is also a nod to the rich tapestry of Irish culture with the greatest sing-along songs of all time, including The Galway Girl, The Irish Rover, Dirty Old Town, and The Black Velvet Band.’ Think a St Patrick’s Day party – on Christmas Day!

Bring your family and friends along to share in the joy of A Fairytale for Christmas, an Irish Christmas night out you won’t forget.

Watch the trailer

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £15.00

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Saturday 15 November 2025 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm

Running time:

2 hours 20 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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Santa’s Grotto at Millets Farm Centre
2025-11-15 00:00 - 2025-12-24 23:59 | Millets Farm Centre, Kingston Road, Frilford, Abingdon-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, OX13 5HB
Santa’s Grotto at Millets Farm Centre

Santa’s Grotto at Millets Farm Centre

Webbs Garden Centre, located at Millets Farm, will once again be hosting its Santa’s Grotto event from November through to Christmas Eve.

Santa needs you… Can you turn back time to save Christmas?!

There’s a merry muddle at the North Pole! Dr. Tinselstein — festive inventor and old friend of Santa — was just popping by for a catch-up when his Christmas Time Machine malfunctioned in the snow! Now the entire North Pole has been flung into different eras of Christmas, from the frosty past to the far-off future!

To get everything back on track, we need one thing: festive energy — laughter, kindness, singing, and fun!

They promise the 45-minute journey will be lots of fun, with festive singing, joy and laughter along the way, so please help make this Christmas the best one yet and join them at the North Pole. They simply cannot do it without you.

Your own photography can be taken everywhere except in Santa’s cabin where only professional photos are allowed.

They will endeavour to have an alternative Christmas-baked treat for any children with allergies. Please email them at wmfgrotto@webbs.co.uk with your booking reference number and allergy information.

Tickets

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Booking information

Dates:Saturday 15 November until Tuesday 24 December 2025

Times: Saturdays from 15 November to 20 December from 9.30am to 5.15pmSundays from 16 November to 21 December from 9.30am to 4.00pmWeekdays from Monday 01 December to Friday 19 December from 9.00am to 5.15pmWeekdays from Monday 16 December to Monday 23 December from 8.45am to 5.15pmChristmas Eve, Sunday 24 December 9.30am to 3.30pm

Please ensure you turn up for your allocated slot no more than 5-10 minutes before. If you miss your time slot, there is no guarantee that you will get a new time as the grotto gets sold out.

Prices: 1 Adult and 1 Child or Baby – £28.502 Adults and 2 Children – £53.502 Adults and 3 Children – £72.502 Adults and 4 Children – £94.50

Please note – A family ticket (above) must be chosen before adding additional adults or children.

Additional adults, children or babies can not be purchased as stand-alone tickets.

Additional Adult – £6.00Additional Child = £19.00Babies (12 months and under) – £8.50 (This is only for babies added as an addition to a family ticket.)

If you have just one baby and no other children, then please purchase a family ticket for 1 Adult and 1 Child otherwise, the system will not allocate a session.

Free carer tickets can be provided for each paying disabled visitor. Please call 01527 860000 to book any sessions with carers.

Tickets are allocated by child. So, for example, if there are 7 tickets showing, there are 7 child tickets to see Santa in that slot. If you have two children and only one ticket is showing – you’ll need to choose a different time. Any number of adults can be added on top of the child tickets.

The maximum number of children per booking is 7. If your group has more than 7 children, please book two separate slots. This is to ensure each child has plenty of time with Santa.

Duration:This year’s experience lasts around 45 minutes.

Photography:You can take photos everywhere except in Santa’s lounge, where only professional photos are allowed.

Accessibility:The organisers will endeavour to have an alternative baked treat for any children who suffer from allergies. Please email them at wmfgrotto@webbs.co.uk with your booking reference number and allergy information.

Parking:There is free parking on the site.

Food & drink:Food and drinks can be bought in the on-site restaurant.

Good to know:The grotto experience is run by Webbs Garden Centres within their premises at Millets Farm. Kindly contact them directly with all enquiries relating to the grotto at 01527 860 000 or email customers@webbs.co.uk

Woodstock Farmers’ Market on 3rd Saturdays
2025-11-15 08:30 - 13:00 | Market Place, Woodstock, Market Place, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, OX20 1SL
Woodstock Farmers’ Market, Oxfordshire

About Woodstock Farmers’ Market

Woodstock Farmers’ Market offers a wide range of fresh local produce available in this beautiful town. Come along to this popular Oxfordshire market for your fresh, local, seasonal produce.

The market is held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 8.30am to 1.00pm on Market Square in Woodstock.

East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market
2025-11-15 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.

Botley Farmers’ Market, Oxford
2025-11-15 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.

by Beautiful Brands Oxford Christmas Shopping
2025-11-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Examination Schools, High Street, Oxford, OX1 4BG
by Beautiful Brands Christmas shopping

About by Beautiful Brands Christmas shopping

This November, step into the magic of Christmas shopping as ‘by Beautiful Brands’ comes to Oxford for the very first time.

This event brings together a curated collection of the most inspiring independent brands and emerging designers under one roof at the stunning Examination Schools on the High Street.

Discover a treasure trove of beautiful gifts, stylish fashion, unique homewares, fine jewellery, and thoughtful stocking fillers – all carefully chosen to make your Christmas shopping truly special.

With so many wonderful brands gathered in one place, this is your chance to find presents that delight, surprise, and feel every bit as joyful as the season itself.

Whether you’re shopping for loved ones or treating yourself, expect a relaxed, festive atmosphere where quality and creativity shine.

Skip the ordinary this year and shop somewhere extraordinary – right in the heart of Oxford.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Prices: Free

Event organiser

by Beautiful Brands

Established to champion small British businesses. Over the past few years, by Beautiful Brands has built a reputation for curating events with the finest small British brands under one roof.

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Breakfast with Santa at Oxford Covered Market
2025-11-15 10:00 - 22:00 | The Covered Market, Oxford, Market Street, Oxford, OX1 3DZ
Breakfast with Santa at Oxford Covered Market

About Breakfast with Santa at Oxford Covered Market

Kick off the festive season at Oxford’s Covered Market with a special visit from Father Christmas!

Begin your morning by enjoying breakfast from any of the Market’s cafés or food stalls, offering everything from cosy pastries to hearty breakfasts. From 10.00am, Father Christmas will be on hand to meet children, help them write their Christmas letters, and collect them in his special North Pole post box.

This festive event is perfect for families looking to start the holiday season with a touch of magic. No booking is required — simply drop by, soak up the seasonal atmosphere, and make some early Christmas memories in the heart of Oxford.

Breakfast with Santa at Oxford Covered Market

Additional information

Dates and times:

Saturday 15 November, open until 10.00pm

No booking is required — simply drop by

Inside the Oxford Town Hall
2025-11-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Museum of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall, St Aldate's, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1BX
Inside the Oxford Town Hall

About Inside the Oxford Town Hall

Join the Museum of Oxford as they take you on a tour around Oxford’s magnificent Town Hall.

You will see the Court Room and the Council Chamber. All other rooms in the Town Hall are subject to availability.

Please arrive at the Museum Gift Shop at 10.55am and make yourself known to the Front of House team.

Tours take place twice a month on a Saturday morning. Please note that the tour is aimed at an adult audience.

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:£5.00

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £1.13 and are available to purchase online or at the Museum shop.

Dates & times:22 February, 15 & 22 March, 19 & 26 April, 10 & 17 May, 14 & 21 June, 9 & 23 August, 11 & 18 October, 15 & 22 November, and 13 December.

Please arrive at the Museum Gift Shop at 10.55am and make yourself known to the Front of House team.

Running time:1 hour

Age guidance:

Adult

About Museum of Oxford

The Museum of Oxford is the only museum dedicated to telling the story of Oxford and its people. Located inside the Oxford Town Hall, it explores the city’s rich history beyond the university, focusing on the lives, industries, and communities that have shaped Oxford over time.

The museum features interactive exhibits, local artefacts, and personal stories, covering topics such as Oxford’s medieval origins, its diverse communities, and key moments in its development. It also hosts temporary exhibitions, events, and activities for all ages.

Discover more about the Museum of Oxford.

Abingdon Bonfire & Fireworks 2025
2025-11-15 15:00 - 21:00 | Abingdon Airfield (RAF Abingdon), Honeybotton Lane, Dry Sandford, Abingdon-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, OX13 6BX
About Abingdon Bonfire & Fireworks 2025

The UK’s biggest fireworks display

Get ready for an explosive night of entertainment at the Abingdon Bonfire & Fireworks, the UK’s biggest fireworks display and light show choreographed to music.

This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever before, with a huge bonfire, fireballs, and a massive fairground to keep the whole family entertained.

Watch in awe as the night sky lights up with a breathtaking fireworks display, perfectly synchronized to the beat of the music. With state-of-the-art pyrotechnics and special effects, this is a show you won’t want to miss.​

But the fireworks are not all! Feel the heat from the towering bonfire as it crackles and roars into the night. And experience the thrill of the fireballs as they shoot high into the air and light up the sky in a fiery blaze.

​With so much to see and do, Abingdon Bonfire & Fireworks is the perfect way to spend an unforgettable night with family and friends. And with a massive fairground featuring all your favourite rides and attractions, there’s something for everyone.

​So come along and join in the fun at the UK’s biggest fireworks display and light show. Don’t miss out on this incredible event – book your tickets now!

Event schedule

3.00pm – Gates & fairground open

5.00pm – Entertainment starts

6.00pm – Children’s display (a smaller fireworks show for the little ones)

7.00pm – Bonfire & fireballs

8.00pm – Main fireworks display & light show choreographed to music

Tickets

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Ticketing information

Ticket prices:Adult (16+ years) – £13.20Child (3 to 15 years) – £6.75Infant (0 to 2 years) – FREEFamily (2 adults and 2 children) – £37.93

Parking – £5.00

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee.

Good to know

Aim to arrive at least two hours before the main display. Turning up right before the main fireworks display causes chaos, and you’ll likely miss the display.

Vehicles left overnight must be collected by 10am the morning after the event.

Depending on where you are coming from, please follow these access routes.

Abingdon Bonfire & Fireworks Access Map

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See all the bonfire and firework display events in Oxfordshire in 2025.

Saturday Night Comedy at The Glee Club, Oxford
2025-11-15 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

Fleetwood Bac featuring The Greatest Hits & More of Fleetwood Mac
2025-11-15 19:00 | O2 Academy Oxford, 190 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1UE, United Kingdom
Fleetwood Bac Featuring The Greatest Hits & More of Fleetwood Mac

About Fleetwood Bac featuring The Greatest Hits & More of Fleetwood Mac

Fleetwood Bac is one of the world’s first and best Fleetwood Mac tribute bands, who authentically replicate the classic ‘Rumours’ line-up.

This Fleetwood Bac show is a celebration of the album Rumours, still the 5th biggest-selling album of all time.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £24.10

Tickets are subject to a handling fee of £3.25

Dates & times:

Saturday 15 November 2025 at 7.00pm

Curfew:

10.00pm

Age guidance:

Over 8s only.

Under 14s to be accompanied at all times by an adult over 18.

Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol

Location:

O2 Academy Oxford

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.

Ticket fees:

Per order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge).

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.

The Big Christmas Assembly 2025
2025-11-15 19:30 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
The Big Christmas Assembly 2025

About The Big Christmas Assembly 2025

Get ready for an evening of festive joy and nostalgia with James B Partridge’s The Big Christmas Assembly 2025. This Christmas season, James brings his beloved show to Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, inviting audiences to relive the heartwarming magic of a classic Christmas assembly.

AUK-based singer and vocal coach, James is known for his exceptional vocals and his passion for uniting audiences through music. With appearances on BBC The One Show, BBC Breakfast, Loose Women, Netflix, and BBC Radio 2, he’s become a familiar face to many, celebrated for his uplifting energy and remarkable performances.

The Big Christmas Assembly 2025 takes audiences on a nostalgic journey through Christmas classics and throwback mashups. From school assembly favourites to timeless festive tunes, James captures the spirit of the season with his infectious enthusiasm.

The show is filled with musical surprises, reflections on Christmases past, and moments that will have everyone singing along. Fans rave about James’s ability to create a sense of community and joy, taking them back to childhood memories of Christmas.

In James’s words, “This show has a huge nostalgia factor. Anything you did at school gets you excited again – you get those giddy emotions! It’s all about capturing that sense of community and the warmth of singing together.” This unique Christmas experience promises laughter, warmth, and a night filled with singalongs that will resonate with audiences of all ages.

Don’t miss this special opportunity to embrace the magic of the season with James B Partridge’s The Big Christmas Assembly 2025 Join us for a night of community, music, and Christmas cheer that will leave you ready for the season!

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Tickets prices:

From £28.05

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Saturday 15 November 2025 at 7.30pm

Running time:

This show has an interval

Location:

Main auditorium

Age guidance:

14+

Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult

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

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Wolvercote Community Market
2025-11-16 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.

South Oxford Farmers and Community Market
2025-11-16 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.
