BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Oxford Magazine - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Oxford Magazine X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Oxford Magazine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251217T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251217T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231020 CREATED:20251031T151607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T015104Z UID:10011550-1766001600-1766008800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Music at Oxford’s Christmas at Christ Church DESCRIPTION:Music at Oxford’s Christmas at Christ Church\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Music at Oxford’s Christmas at Christ Church\n\n\n\nMusic at Oxford’s famous annual celebration of Christmas music and carols in the atmospheric surroundings of Christ Church Cathedral combines a popular mix of seasonal nostalgia and festive cheer.  \n\n\n\nUnder the expert direction of new Director Peter Holder\, the choir will take us on a musical journey through Christmases past and present. As well as the choir’s performance\, enjoy seasonal readings and the chance for everyone to join in with the audience carols. \n\n\n\nChrist Church Cathedral Choir is revered for the vibrancy of its sound and its artistic flexibility\, performing early and contemporary music with equal skill.  \n\n\n\nOver the years\, the choir has provided a perfect platform for singers to progress to other award-winning choral groups such as the BBC Singers\, The Sixteen\, The King’s Singers\, The Tallis Scholars and The Cardinall’s Musick\, as well as to solo careers in oratorio\, opera and musical theatre. \n\n\n\nThe choir is regularly involved in broadcasts of Evensong and other key services and concerts\, and is often heard performing theme tunes and incidental music for TV dramas and films.  \n\n\n\nMusic at Oxford’s annual celebration of Christmas music and carols at Christ Church is enjoyed by many and is a firm fixture in the choir’s diary. Early booking is recommended as these concerts always sell out quickly. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\nWednesday 17 December \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday 19 December \n\n\n\nBuy tickets \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease be sure to select the correct date for your booking. \n\n\n\nMaximum 10 tickets for this event per order. \n\n\n\nPlease see important ticketing information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nDates & times:Wednesday 17 December at 8.00pmFriday 19 December at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nPrices:Full price tickets – £12.00 to £47.00Standard concession tickets – £6.00 to £23.50 \n\n\n\nStandard concession tickets are available for under 18s\, students and those on Job Seeker’s Allowance. Please bring your ID or proof of JSA to show on the door. \n\n\n\nRunning time:About 2 hours with a 20-minute interval. \n\n\n\nNew this year – buy your programme in advanceNo need to tap your card or scramble for change\, simply purchase your programme in advance when you buy your tickets online. \n\n\n\nAccessibility:If you have access concerns or requirements\, contact the box office by calling 01865 244806 or see the booking info page for additional information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/music-at-oxfords-christmas-at-christ-church/2025-12-17/ LOCATION:Christ Church Cathedral\, Oxford\, St Aldate’s\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 1DP CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Music-at-Oxfords-Christmas-at-Christ-Church.webp GEO:51.7497417;-1.2567655 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Christ Church Cathedral Oxford St Aldate’s Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 1DP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Aldate’s:geo:-1.2567655,51.7497417 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251218T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251231T235959 DTSTAMP:20260420T231020 CREATED:20251226T160854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T052326Z UID:10012111-1766016000-1767225599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Beauty and The Beast DESCRIPTION:Beauty and The Beast\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Beauty and The Beast\n\n\n\nA tale as old as time comes to Cornerstone Arts Centre! \n\n\n\nThis Christmas\, professional family pantomime returns in spectacular style as award-winning Polka Dot Pantomimes presents the magical classic Beauty and The Beast. \n\n\n\nAudiences can join a spellbinding adventure filled with laughter\, love\, and enchantment\, as this timeless tale comes to life on stage with all the festive sparkle you could wish for. \n\n\n\nThe cast includes Joshua Chandos as the hilarious Dolly Doughnut\, Daniel Noah as the fabulous French Franc\, Izzy Double as the beautiful Belle\, Craig Plant as the dashing Prince Lucian\, Emily Oakes as the wicked Grimalkin\, Phil Towers as lovable Maurice\, and Daisy Anna-Locke as the magical Fairy Fabulous. \n\n\n\nExpect dazzling scenery\, glittering costumes\, magical effects\, toe-tapping musical numbers\, and real live panto pooches. With plenty of laughs and audience participation\, this is pantomime at its very best — a heartwarming festive treat for the whole family\, from toddlers to grandparents. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicketing information\n\n\n\nPrices: \n\n\n\nStandard prices – £21.00 to £26.00Concessions – £17.00 to £21.00Under 16s – £17.00 to £21.00 \n\n\n\nMembers discount:  \n\n\n\nCornerstone members can get 20% off selected shows \n\n\n\n\n19 December at 3.00pm and 6.30pm\, \n\n\n\n26 December 1.00pm and 5.00pm\, \n\n\n\n27 December 1.00pm and 6.30pm\, \n\n\n\n28\, 29\, 30\, 31 December at 11.00am and 3.00pm\n\n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours and 8 minutes including interval \n\n\n\nContent warnings: \n\n\n\nSmoke\, flashing lights\, and loud sounds during the show so please plan accordingly. \n\n\n\nSpecial events: \n\n\n\n\nPreview Night: Thursday 18 December\, discounted tickets £21.00 / £17.00 concessions & children\n\n\n\nMeet & Greets: Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 December post-show \n\n\n\nRelaxed & BSL Signed Performance: Sunday 28 December at 11.00am\n\n\n\nFree Touch Tour: Sun 28 Dec at 10am\, ahead of the 11am performance. Book your free place\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Cornerstone Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCornerstone Arts Centre is a purpose-built\, professional arts\, culture and entertainment venue in the heart of Didcot\, brought to you by the South Oxfordshire District Council. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2008\, it presents a high-quality programme of live performances\, participatory activities\, exhibitions and outreach work that meet the needs and enhance the experiences of the local community and beyond. \n\n\n\nThe RIBA award-nominated building comprises a 220-seat auditorium\, an art gallery\, a dance studio\, and spaces for workshops and community activities. The centre also has a café and bar\, making it a welcoming space for audiences and artists. \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/beauty-and-the-beast-2/ LOCATION:Cornerstone Arts Centre\, Didcot\, 25 Station Road\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/beauty-and-the-beast-cornerstoner-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.6068199;-1.2405341 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cornerstone Arts Centre Didcot 25 Station Road Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 7NE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=25 Station Road:geo:-1.2405341,51.6068199 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251218T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251218T103000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231020 CREATED:20251126T012943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T013130Z UID:10011884-1766053800-1766053800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Cinema Bambino: The Choral DESCRIPTION:Cinema Bambino: The Choral\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Cinema Bambino: The Choral\n\n\n\nThey were divided by war. He united them in song. \n\n\n\nA Yorkshire village’s choral society finds its ranks depleted as men head off to war. With the annual performance looming\, the society is forced to change its entry rules to enlist some unlikely teens and the musically gifted but socially scandalous Dr. Guthrie. \n\n\n\nBrimming with humour and hope\, Alan Bennett and Nicholas Hytner’s (The Madness of King George\, The Lady in the Van) latest triumph celebrates the power of community in the darkest of days. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £6.00 \n\n\n\nBambino free \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 18 December 2025 at 10.30am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 52 minutes \n\n\n\nFilm rating: \n\n\n\n12A \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThe Theatre \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nAdults may only attend when accompanying a child of up to 18 months. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Cinema Bambino\n\n\n\nCinema Bambino is a film club for parents and carers with babies\, aged up to and including 18 months – a chance to socialise and enjoy a worry-free film experience. You don’t have to worry about who you or your baby disturbs – everyone is in it together! \n\n\n\nHow it works \n\n\n\n\nAdults may only attend when accompanying a child of up to 18 months.\n\n\n\nThe adult may be a parent or guardian\, including friends and relatives of the child.\n\n\n\nThe adult accompanying the child may bring up to two friends to be paid for at the adult rate.\n\n\n\nElder siblings may only be admitted in accordance with the BBFC film certification.\n\nChildren aged between 18 months and 2 years will need a free ticket\n\n\n\nChildren aged 2 and over will need a ticket\, charged at the standard price.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBenefits \n\n\n\n\nFree pre-show tea or coffee\n\n\n\nParking area for prams and buggies\n\n\n\nCar seats can be brought into the auditorium\n\n\n\nBaby changing facilities\n\n\n\nBreast or bottle feeding anywhere in the theatre\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Theatre Chipping Norton\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Theatre Chipping Norton\, sometimes called The Theatre\, Chipping Norton or Chipping Norton Theatre\, is a theatre\, an arthouse cinema\, a gallery and a concert hall in Chipping Norton. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has has 217 seats\, including stalls and a balcony. It is a resource for the community\, and it is also a professional venue\, welcoming over 55\,000 customer visits every year. \n\n\n\nIt is something unique\, but it is also different things to different people. It is the cause and subject of many arguments and debates; and a fair amount of acclaim and affection. It is complicated and a little eccentric. \n\n\n\nIt is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/cinema-bambino-the-choral/ LOCATION:The Theatre Chipping Norton\, 2 Spring Street\, Chipping Norton\, Oxfordshire\, OX7 5NL CATEGORIES:Film & Screen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Choral.webp GEO:51.9431406;-1.5450005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Theatre Chipping Norton 2 Spring Street Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 5NL;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 Spring Street:geo:-1.5450005,51.9431406 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251218T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251218T183000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231020 CREATED:20251126T090819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T090825Z UID:10011885-1766082600-1766082600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Met Opera: Andrea Chenier DESCRIPTION:Met Opera: Andrea Chenier\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Met Opera: Andrea Chenier\n\n\n\nGiordano’s passionate tragedy stars tenor Piotr Beczała as the virtuous poet who falls victim to the intrigue and violence of the French Revolution. \n\n\n\nFollowing their celebrated recent partnership in Giordano’s Fedora in the 2022–23 Live in HD season\, Beczała reunites with soprano Sonya Yoncheva as Chénier’s aristocratic lover\, Maddalena di Coigny\, with baritone Igor Golovatenko as Carlo Gérard\, the agent of the Reign of Terror who seals their fates. \n\n\n\nMet Principal Guest Conductor Daniele Rustioni takes the podium to lead Nicolas Joël’s gripping staging. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nStandard – £18.50 \n\n\n\nUnder 16s – £13.50 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 18 December 2025 at 6.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 40 minutes \n\n\n\nFilm rating: \n\n\n\n12A \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThe Theatre \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Theatre Chipping Norton\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Theatre Chipping Norton\, sometimes called The Theatre\, Chipping Norton or Chipping Norton Theatre\, is a theatre\, an arthouse cinema\, a gallery and a concert hall in Chipping Norton. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has has 217 seats\, including stalls and a balcony. It is a resource for the community\, and it is also a professional venue\, welcoming over 55\,000 customer visits every year. \n\n\n\nIt is something unique\, but it is also different things to different people. It is the cause and subject of many arguments and debates; and a fair amount of acclaim and affection. It is complicated and a little eccentric. \n\n\n\nIt is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/met-opera-andrea-chenier/ LOCATION:The Theatre Chipping Norton\, 2 Spring Street\, Chipping Norton\, Oxfordshire\, OX7 5NL CATEGORIES:Film & Screen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Met-Opera-Andrea-Chenier.webp GEO:51.9431406;-1.5450005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Theatre Chipping Norton 2 Spring Street Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 5NL;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 Spring Street:geo:-1.5450005,51.9431406 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251218T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251218T211000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231020 CREATED:20251130T124906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T124912Z UID:10011944-1766086200-1766092200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:A Swinging Christmas! Chris Ingham Quintet featuring Joanna Eden DESCRIPTION:A Swinging Christmas! Chris Ingham Quintet featuring Joanna Eden\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout A Swinging Christmas! Chris Ingham Quintet featuring Joanna Eden\n\n\n\nJazz at the Movies Presents: \n\n\n\nA Swinging Christmas! \n\n\n\nChris Ingham Quintet feat. Joanna Eden \n\n\n\nCelebrating 11 sell-out years at Ronnie Scott’s since 2012\, this festive jazz entertainment is the perfect way to swing into the holidays. \n\n\n\nFronted by vocal mentor to Grammy-Award winner Sam Smith\, Joanna Eden (“The UK’s answer to Norah Jones and Diana Krall” Time Out) and featuring the groovy sounds of the Chris Ingham Quartet (“One of the finest combos in the country” Jazz Journal)\, Jazz at the Movies: A Swinging Christmas gathers jazzy festive favourites as made famous by Ella\, Eartha\, Frank\, Doris\, Dean\, Bing and a whole gang of cool celluloid cats and hip Hollywood chicks. \n\n\n\nAn enchanting show rich with anecdote\, sophistication and swing\, it was described by one audience member as “pure joy“. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“One of the finest combos in the country and a seriously talented vocalist…a great evening that satisfied both jazz and movie buffs. Quite a trick.” \n\n\n\nJazz Journal \n\n\n\n\n\n“Seek her out.” \n\n\n\nMichael Parkinson \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£22.75 \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1 Restoration Levy\, a £1.50 Booking Fee and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 18 December 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 40 minutes \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nAll Ages \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kenton Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nSituated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames\, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240\, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy\, drama\, music\, talks and more – as well as being available for hire. \n\n\n\nThe theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS)\, Henley Children’s Theatre\, Henley Drama Festival\, Henley Literary Festival\, Henley Players\, Henley Youth Festival\, Mike Hurst\, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO)\, Woodley Light Operatic Society\, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre\, Georgie Fame\, Haley Mills\, Chris Barber\, Dara O’Briain\, Diana Rigg\, Russell Brand\, PP Arnold and Marti Webb. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s first production\, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson\, John Mortimer\, Anthony Newley\, Kate Winslet\, Tom Baker\, Joe Brown\, Diana Dors\, David Essex\, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Kenton Theatre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/a-swinging-christmas-chris-ingham-quintet-featuring-joanna-eden/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/A-Swinging-Christmas-Chris-Ingham-Quintet-featuring-Joanna-Eden.webp GEO:51.5394065;-0.9033617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kenton Theatre Henley-on-Thames 19 New Street Henley-on-Thames Oxfordshire RG9 2BP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=19 New Street:geo:-0.9033617,51.5394065 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251222T235959 DTSTAMP:20260420T231020 CREATED:20251219T094727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T094730Z UID:10012074-1766102400-1766447999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Jack and The Beanstalk DESCRIPTION:Jack and The Beanstalk\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Jack and The Beanstalk\n\n\n\nA giant festive adventure is coming to The Beacon in Wantage this Christmas \n\n\n\nJoin professional pantomime company TaleGate Theatre Productions this Christmas for the GIANT family favourite Jack and the Beanstalk. Follow Jack and his daft mum Dame Trott as they climb the beanstalk\, outwit the giant and rescue their beloved Daisy the Cow. \n\n\n\nPromising its funniest and most spectacular production yet\, this laugh-out-loud pantomime is packed with songs\, slapstick comedy\, audience participation and all the magical ingredients of a traditional festive treat. Expect plenty of Fe-Fi-Fo-FUN for all ages. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 19 to Monday 22 December 2025 \n\n\n\n\nRunning times:\n\n\n\nAct 1 45 minutes\n\n\n\nInterval 20 minutes\n\n\n\nAct 2 35 minutes\n\n\n\n\nRunning times are approximate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Beacon\, Wantage\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Beacon is a community centre in Wantage offering live events\, cinema screenings\, room hire\, coffee shop\, children’s parties\, class timetable\, receptions and more. \n\n\n\nAs a vibrant gathering place for the local community\, it offers a varied programme of events from film screenings\, live music\, theatre and stand-up comedy to a range of classes and workshops. \n\n\n\nAt The Beacon\, there is also a regular programme of events for the local community to participate in and enjoy\, including stand-up comedy\, live music\, theatre productions\, guest speakers\, film screenings and pantomime. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Beacon\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/jack-and-the-beanstalk-4/ LOCATION:The Beacon\, Wantage\, Portway\, Wantage\, Oxfordshire\, OX12 9BX CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/jack-and-the-beanstalk-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.5863034;-1.4276128 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Beacon Wantage Portway Wantage Oxfordshire OX12 9BX;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Portway:geo:-1.4276128,51.5863034 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251231T235959 DTSTAMP:20260420T231020 CREATED:20250817T090122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T133042Z UID:10011223-1766102400-1767225599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Little Red Riding Hood DESCRIPTION:Buttercross Theatre Productions proudly presents Little Red Riding Hood\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Buttercross Theatre Productions proudly presents: Little Red Riding Hood\n\n\n\nFrom the creators of the sell-out productions of Puss in Boots\, Snow White\, Aladdin and Cinderella\, comes a brand-new\, laugh-out-loud pantomime adventure full of magic\, music and mayhem. \n\n\n\nThis year\, audiences are invited into the forest for a fast-paced\, feel-good retelling of the classic tale Little Red Riding Hood. Follow Red\, Silly Billy\, Granny Hood and a host of hilarious characters as they take on the mischievous Big Bad Wolf in a show bursting with catchy songs\, brilliant gags and pantomime fun for all ages. \n\n\n\nSpecial performances include an 18+ After Dark Panto for grown-up giggles\, and a Relaxed Performance designed to provide a welcoming\, inclusive experience. Expect fairy magic\, sweet treats\, royal banquets\, and plenty of surprises along the way. \n\n\n\nPerfect for families\, schools\, community groups and anyone who loves a good story told with sparkle. \n\n\n\nBook now and be part of the fairy tale! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Buttercross Theatre Productions \n\n\n\nButtercross Theatre Productions is a community-focused theatre company based in West Oxfordshire. Founded in 2021\, the company is committed to creating high-quality\, accessible theatre that brings people together — whether through bold new writing\, reimagined classics\, or immersive experiences. \n\n\n\nIn addition to productions\, BTP offers a growing programme of performing arts classes for all ages\, including: \n\n\n\n\nYouth Theatre (ages 8–18): Confidence\, creativity\, and performance skills\n\n\n\nAdult Acting Classes: For beginners and experienced performers\n\n\n\nDance Classes: Musical theatre\, tap\, ChiChi Fit\, and burlesque — designed to build technique\, expression\, and joy in movement\n\n\n\n\nBTP’s recent production of Chicago: Teen Edition drew packed houses and rave reviews\, with one performance completely sold out — a testament to the talent of its young cast and the company’s growing local following. \n\n\n\nThe company is also known for its annual pantomimes and musicals\, which bring together performers of all ages and continue to delight local audiences year after year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent poster\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Buttercross Theatre Productions proudly presents Little Red Riding Hood\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nAdult (14+) – £16.26 (£15.00 + £1.26 booking fee) \n\n\n\nChild – £8.67 (£8.00 + £0.67 booking fee) \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 19 to Wednesday 31 December 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n5+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Corn Exchange\, Witney\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Corn Exchange is a public hall in the centre of Witney\, located in West Oxfordshire. A community space and multi-purpose arts venue. Whether you are looking for music\, theatre\, comedy nights\, lectures\, conferences or even weddings\, it is the venue for you. \n\n\n\nThe Corn Exchange\, Witney\, was built by the private Corn Exchange Company in 1863\, replacing a 16th-century building used in the 1850s as a corn returns office. This beautiful stone building was designed by architect J. Collier of Putney in an Italianate style and\, by 1875\, was Witney’s leading building. \n\n\n\nFrom the outset\, it was used for social events and meetings as well as corn dealings and housed several clubs and societies. The building continues to fulfil this purpose and will continue to do so in the future. \n\n\n\nWith the 19th-century building incorporating all the character you would expect\, plus the addition of modern facilities\, and not forgetting the in-house café and bar 1863\, The Corn Exchange is a destination and focal point for the people of West Oxfordshire and beyond. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Corn Exchange\, Witney\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/little-red-riding-hood/ LOCATION:Corn Exchange\, Witney\, Market Square\, Witney\, OX28 6AB CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/buttercross-theatre-little-red-riding-hood-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7843386;-1.4847505 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Corn Exchange Witney Market Square Witney OX28 6AB;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Market Square:geo:-1.4847505,51.7843386 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T133000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231020 CREATED:20220909T164225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T181642Z UID:10006375-1766133000-1766151000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Abingdon Farmers’ Market DESCRIPTION:Abingdon Farmers’ Market \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Abingdon Farmers’ Market\n\n\n\nAbingdon Farmers’ Market is run by the Thames Valley Farmers’ Market Co-operative which exists to manage and promote Farmers’ Markets\, enabling farmers and small producers to sell their produce directly to you. \n\n\n\nThe market showcases lots of local producers who would love to tell you about their products. Buying at farmers’ markets helps to support local farmers and producers. There are no middlemen involved\, and no profits for supermarkets and their shareholders. \n\n\n\nCome to Abingdon and enjoy its friendly atmosphere and unique setting. Sample and savour the fresh produce of our local district. Meet local farmers\, growers and producers. \n\n\n\nThe market moved to Market Place in November 2008 and takes place on the third Friday of every month from 8.30am to 1.30pm. \n\n\n\nAbingdon Farmers’ Market URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/about-abingdon-farmers-market/2025-12-19/ LOCATION:Market Place\, Abingdon\, Market Place\,\, Abingdon-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, OX14 ‎3HG CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/abingdon-farmers-market-oxfordshire-1920x1080.webp GEO:51.6700201;-1.2812001 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Market Place Abingdon Market Place Abingdon-on-Thames Oxfordshire OX14 ‎3HG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Market Place\,:geo:-1.2812001,51.6700201 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T183000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231020 CREATED:20250713T003135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T015138Z UID:10010957-1766169000-1766169000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Then Jerico DESCRIPTION:Then Jerico\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Then Jerico\n\n\n\nFounder member\, lead singer\, songwriter\, and producer Mark Shaw and his band will perform songs from the first two Then Jerico albums including all the hit singles and selected b-sides and tracks from all his albums. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £36.60 \n\n\n\nHandling fees will be added to each order up to £3.25 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 19 December 2025 at 6.30pm \n\n\n\nCurfew: \n\n\n\n10.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nNo under 8s.\n\n\n\nUnder 14s to be accompanied at all times by an adult over 18.\n\n\n\nUnder 25s require ID to purchase alcohol\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nO2 Academy2 \n\n\n\nSecurity – bag policy: \n\n\n\nLarge 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. \n\n\n\nTicket limits: \n\n\n\nPlease note that there is a ticket limit of 12 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. \n\n\n\nTicket fees: \n\n\n\nPer order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nSince 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. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/then-jerico-2/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Then-Jerico.webp GEO:51.7468634;-1.2345014 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=O2 Academy Oxford 190 Cowley Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 1UE United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=190 Cowley Road:geo:-1.2345014,51.7468634 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231020 CREATED:20251124T125629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T015155Z UID:10004319-1766172600-1766181600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Swing Into Christmas DESCRIPTION:Swing Into Christmas with Down for the Count Orchestra\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Swing Into Christmas with Down for the Count Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe 30-piece Down for the Count Orchestra returns to The Olivier Hall at St Edward’s School\, Oxford\, for their annual festive extravaganza – it’s time to Swing Into Christmas! \n\n\n\nThis is a Christmas celebration like no other\, as Down for the Count recreates the music of Nat ‘King’ Cole\, Billie Holiday\, Ella Fitzgerald\, Frank Sinatra and many more in a luscious 30-piece orchestral setting evoking the sounds of the great Capitol Studios recordings. \n\n\n\nExpect to hear faithful recreations of the best music of the swing era\, including I’ve Got You Under My Skin\, Let’s Face The Music and Dance\, and ‘S Wonderful\, alongside original arrangements of jazz and festive standards written by the Orchestra’s principal conductor Mike Paul-Smith\, including Winter Wonderland and The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting). \n\n\n\nThe Down for the Count Orchestra is one of the UK’s most highly-regarded swing bands – having sold out shows at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club\, The London Jazz Festival\, Cadogan Hall and much more. \n\n\n\nCritically acclaimed by the Guardian and the Daily Telegraph\, their Christmas celebration is full of joy from the first note to the last and never fails to put audiences in great festive spirits. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Awesome!” \nMichael Bublé\n\n\n\n\n“A sonic ride back to the sounds of Capitol Studios in the 1950s” \nDownBeat Magazine\n\n\n\n\n“A potential rival to the John Wilson Orchestra” \nJazzwise Magazine\n\n\n\n\n“A breath of fresh air on the swing scene” \nTwinwood Festival\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicketing information\n\n\n\nPrices: £15.00 to £40.00 \n\n\n\nLocation:This event takes place at The Olivier Hall\, on the site of St Edward’s School in Oxford (OX2 7NN). The auditorium will open 30 minutes before the concert start time. \n\n\n\nRunning time:  \n\n\n\n2 hours 40 minutes\, including one 20 minute interval. \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\nSuitable for ages 7+ \n\n\n\nWheelchair/accessible spaces:To book a wheelchair seat\, kindly contact Mike on 07855 488 462 or by email to mike@downforthecount.co.uk. \n\n\n\nCar parking:We strongly encourage you to use Oxford’s excellent Park & Ride service to attend this event. There is a bus stop for Pear Tree Park & Ride outside the school entrance\, with regular buses to and from the car park until midnight (route 300). \n\n\n\nThere is also on-street parking close to the venue\, which is free in the evenings. \n\n\n\nPlease note that the only parking on the school grounds is for customers with mobility issues. Kindly contact the organisers if you would like to park in the closest spaces to the venue. \n\n\n\nBar:There will be a bar open in the foyer from 7.00pm serving beer\, wine\, soft drinks\, tea and coffee. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGallery URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/swing-into-christmas/ LOCATION:The Olivier Hall\, Oxford\, St Edward’s School\, Woodstock Road\, Oxford\, OX2 7NN CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/swing-into-christmas-02-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7779286;-1.273754 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Olivier Hall Oxford St Edward’s School Woodstock Road Oxford OX2 7NN;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Edward’s School\, Woodstock Road:geo:-1.273754,51.7779286 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20251031T151607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T015104Z UID:10011551-1766174400-1766181600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Music at Oxford’s Christmas at Christ Church DESCRIPTION:Music at Oxford’s Christmas at Christ Church\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Music at Oxford’s Christmas at Christ Church\n\n\n\nMusic at Oxford’s famous annual celebration of Christmas music and carols in the atmospheric surroundings of Christ Church Cathedral combines a popular mix of seasonal nostalgia and festive cheer.  \n\n\n\nUnder the expert direction of new Director Peter Holder\, the choir will take us on a musical journey through Christmases past and present. As well as the choir’s performance\, enjoy seasonal readings and the chance for everyone to join in with the audience carols. \n\n\n\nChrist Church Cathedral Choir is revered for the vibrancy of its sound and its artistic flexibility\, performing early and contemporary music with equal skill.  \n\n\n\nOver the years\, the choir has provided a perfect platform for singers to progress to other award-winning choral groups such as the BBC Singers\, The Sixteen\, The King’s Singers\, The Tallis Scholars and The Cardinall’s Musick\, as well as to solo careers in oratorio\, opera and musical theatre. \n\n\n\nThe choir is regularly involved in broadcasts of Evensong and other key services and concerts\, and is often heard performing theme tunes and incidental music for TV dramas and films.  \n\n\n\nMusic at Oxford’s annual celebration of Christmas music and carols at Christ Church is enjoyed by many and is a firm fixture in the choir’s diary. Early booking is recommended as these concerts always sell out quickly. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\nWednesday 17 December \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday 19 December \n\n\n\nBuy tickets \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease be sure to select the correct date for your booking. \n\n\n\nMaximum 10 tickets for this event per order. \n\n\n\nPlease see important ticketing information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nDates & times:Wednesday 17 December at 8.00pmFriday 19 December at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nPrices:Full price tickets – £12.00 to £47.00Standard concession tickets – £6.00 to £23.50 \n\n\n\nStandard concession tickets are available for under 18s\, students and those on Job Seeker’s Allowance. Please bring your ID or proof of JSA to show on the door. \n\n\n\nRunning time:About 2 hours with a 20-minute interval. \n\n\n\nNew this year – buy your programme in advanceNo need to tap your card or scramble for change\, simply purchase your programme in advance when you buy your tickets online. \n\n\n\nAccessibility:If you have access concerns or requirements\, contact the box office by calling 01865 244806 or see the booking info page for additional information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/music-at-oxfords-christmas-at-christ-church/2025-12-19/ LOCATION:Christ Church Cathedral\, Oxford\, St Aldate’s\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 1DP CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Music-at-Oxfords-Christmas-at-Christ-Church.webp GEO:51.7497417;-1.2567655 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Christ Church Cathedral Oxford St Aldate’s Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 1DP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Aldate’s:geo:-1.2567655,51.7497417 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20220909T202456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T010916Z UID:10011355-1766219400-1766235600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Woodstock Farmers’ Market on 3rd Saturdays DESCRIPTION:Woodstock Farmers’ Market\, Oxfordshire\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Woodstock Farmers’ Market\n\n\n\nWoodstock 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. \n\n\n\nThe market is held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 8.30am to 1.00pm on Market Square in Woodstock. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/woodstock-farmers-market-on-3rd-saturdays/2025-12-20/ LOCATION:Market Place\, Woodstock\, Market Place\, Woodstock\, Oxfordshire\, OX20 1SL CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/woodstock-farmers-market-oxfordshire-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.8476152;-1.3561789 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Market Place Woodstock Market Place Woodstock Oxfordshire OX20 1SL;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Market Place:geo:-1.3561789,51.8476152 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T133000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20220909T194239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T231625Z UID:10006897-1766219400-1766237400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Chipping Norton Farmers’ Market DESCRIPTION:Chipping Norton Farmers’ Market\, Oxfordshire\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Chipping Norton Farmers’ Market\n\n\n\nChipping Norton Farmers’ Market offers a wide range of fresh local produce available in this beautiful Cotswold town. Come along to this popular Oxfordshire market for your fresh\, local\, seasonal produce. \n\n\n\nThe market is held on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 8.30am to 1.30pm on Market Place in Chipping Norton. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/chipping-norton-farmers-market/2025-12-20/ LOCATION:Market Place\, Chipping Norton\, Market Place\, Chipping Norton\, Oxfordshire CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/chipping-norton-farmers-market-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.9417228;-1.5457524 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Market Place Chipping Norton Market Place Chipping Norton Oxfordshire;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Market Place:geo:-1.5457524,51.9417228 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20220909T092732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T012405Z UID:10007904-1766224800-1766235600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market DESCRIPTION:East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nThe majority of the producers are from within 30 miles of Oxford. \n\n\n\nThe market began in August 2006 with just six stalls\, and it has since grown into a local institution. Today\, regular stalls include: \n\n\n\n\nMighty Pie Co – artisan traditional hand made meat & vegetarian flat & raised pies made from local ingredients\n\n\n\nCrudges Cheese – a range of cheeses hand made by ethical & sustainable cheese makers known personally to award-winning Crudges\n\n\n\nWillowbrook Farm – free-range chicken\, lamb\, beef\, organic eggs & local honey\n\n\n\nNatural Bread – handcrafted speciality breads\n\n\n\nMrs B’s Antiques – antique jewellery & vintage household goods\n\n\n\nJericho Coffee Traders – premium coffee roasted in Jericho & served from a vivid turquoise tuk-tuk\n\n\n\nJason’s Book Box – second-hand books\n\n\n\nSandy Lane Farm – seasonal\, fresh\, local organic fruit & veg\, lamb & pork\n\n\n\nSESI Food & Detergent Filling Station – refilling empty containers for fairtrade\, organic dried foods; household detergents & hair-care products\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nThe market is wheelchair accessible both inside and outside. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting there\n\n\n\nThe 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. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/east-oxford-farmers-community-market/2025-12-20/ LOCATION:East Oxford Primary School\, Union Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1JP CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/east-oxford-farmers-and-community-market-1600x900.webp GEO:51.7489315;-1.2354767 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=East Oxford Primary School Union Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 1JP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Union Street:geo:-1.2354767,51.7489315 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20220909T112439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T013156Z UID:10006535-1766224800-1766242800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Botley Farmers’ Market\, Oxford DESCRIPTION:Botley Farmers’ Market\, Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Botley Farmers’ Market\n\n\n\nBotley 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. \n\n\n\nEditorial update\n\n\n\nWe 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. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/botley-farmers-market-oxford/2025-12-20/ LOCATION:West Way Square\, Botley Oxford\, West Way Square\, Botley\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/botley-farmers-market-oxford-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.7512417;-1.2977342 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=West Way Square Botley Oxford West Way Square Botley Oxford Oxfordshire;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=West Way Square\, Botley:geo:-1.2977342,51.7512417 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20251124T035141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T015216Z UID:10011680-1766250000-1766250000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Funk & So/ul DayEve Xmas Party DESCRIPTION:Funk & So/ul DayEve Xmas Party\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Funk & So/ul DayEve Xmas Party\n\n\n\nThere’s been a remix and stepping up to headline the night is Tony ‘So’ Nanton. You’ve heard his sets\, they’ve kept you dancing and singing. This is his time to take the lead and bring that energy to the room and floor. \n\n\n\nAlso on the decks – Local legends Soul Revue and DJ Spex to build the vibes and smiles.  \n\n\n\nExpect Jocelyn Brown\, Chaka\, Stevie\, Bugz In The Attic\, Young Disciples\, Faith Evans and more. \n\n\n\nThis is going to be the ultimate Funky Xmas Party. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £10.40 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a handling fee of £3.25 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 20 December 2025 at 5.00pm \n\n\n\nCurfew: \n\n\n\n10.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nOver 18s only. ID required.\n\n\n\nUnder 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nO2 Academy2 \n\n\n\nSecurity – bag policy: \n\n\n\nLarge 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 \n\n\n\nTicket limits: \n\n\n\nPlease note that there is a ticket limit of 8 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. \n\n\n\nTicket fees: \n\n\n\nPer order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nSince 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. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/funk-so-ul-dayeve-xmas-party/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Club Nights ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Funk-Soul-DayEve-Xmas-Party.webp GEO:51.7468634;-1.2345014 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=O2 Academy Oxford 190 Cowley Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 1UE United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=190 Cowley Road:geo:-1.2345014,51.7468634 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T193000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20251124T134559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T015235Z UID:10004564-1766250000-1766259000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Instruments of Time and Truth: Handel’s Messiah DESCRIPTION:Handel’s Messiah by Instruments of Time and Truth\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Handel’s Messiah by Instruments of Time and Truth\n\n\n\nHandel’s Messiah by Instruments of Time and Truth at University Church of St Mary the Virgin is a highlight of Oxford’s musical calendar. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this chance to hear the quintessential Christmas work in the expert hands of the city’s own period-instrument orchestra and world-renowned conductor\, Edward Higginbottom. \n\n\n\nSoloists: Charlotte Bowden\, Elizabeth Nurse\, William Anderson & Filippo Turkheimer \n\n\n\nOxford Consort of Voices \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important ticketing information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices: \n\n\n\nFrom £16.00 to £50.00 \n\n\n\nDuration: \n\n\n\n2 hours 30 minutes with an interval \n\n\n\nDoors open: \n\n\n\n4.00pm for a 5.00pm start \n\n\n\nIf you require a wheelchair space or accessible seating for this event\, please call 01865 305 305 or email boxoffice@oxfordplayhouse.com for further assistance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\nInstruments of Time and Truth is Oxford’s own period instrument orchestra\, presenting world-class performances of Baroque and Classical music in Oxford and around the UK. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDid you know…\n\n\n\nHandel’s Messiah is probably the most performed choral work in history\, and\, despite being about the whole of Jesus’ life\, it is now mainly performed at Christmas. \n\n\n\nMessiah was originally an Easter offering and premiered in Dublin on 13 April 1742. The first part prophesied the birth of Jesus Christ\, the second exalted his sacrifice for humankind\, and the final section heralded his Resurrection. \n\n\n\nMessiah’s success in Dublin was soon quickly repeated in London when it was performed for the first time in London a year later at the Covent Garden Theatre. It took time for Messiah to find its niche as a Christmas favourite\, but now\, of course\, Handel’s Messiah is a fixture of the Christmas season. \n\n\n\nHandel composed Messiah in an astounding interlude – between three and four weeks in August and September 1741. Whilst some think it was divine inspiration\, he was actually just really good at writing quickly. He composed operas of a similar length during the short times between theatrical seasons. \n\n\n\nThe original version of Messiah is lost\, as Handel edited and re-worked the music in the years following the premiere. And to create work for as many players as possible extra parts were written for more instruments. \n\n\n\nPS: The tradition of standing for the Hallelujah chorus was begun by King George II at the London premiere – and when the King stands\, so does everybody else. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/handels-messiah-by-instruments-of-time-and-truth/ LOCATION:University Church of St Mary the Virgin\, Oxford\, The High Street\, Oxford\, OX1 4BJ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/instruments-of-time-and-truth-and-oxford-consort-of-voices-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7527761;-1.253692 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=University Church of St Mary the Virgin Oxford The High Street Oxford OX1 4BJ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=The High Street:geo:-1.253692,51.7527761 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T183000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20230630T204621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T013800Z UID:10010024-1766255400-1766255400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Saturday Night Comedy at The Glee Club\, Oxford DESCRIPTION:Saturday Night Comedy at The Glee Club\, Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Saturday Night Comedy at The Glee Club\, Oxford\n\n\n\nTreat 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. \n\n\n\nLineup:Visit the Glee Club Oxford website for the Saturday Night Comedy lineup. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Full price – £19.00 + booking feeStudent price – £12.00 + booking fee (dated ID required) \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a booking fee of £2.00 \n\n\n\nMinimum 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. \n\n\n\nDoors open:6.30pm \n\n\n\nLast entry:7.15pm \n\n\n\nSeating: Unallocated seatingIf booked wheelchair accessible seating please email access@glee.co.uk with your requirements. \n\n\n\nVisit the event website for more information URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/saturday-night-comedy-at-the-glee-club-oxford/2025-12-20/ LOCATION:The Glee Club\, Oxford\, The Bullingdon\, 162 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/the-glee-club-oxford-02-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7473372;-1.2359662 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Glee Club Oxford The Bullingdon 162 Cowley Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 1UE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=The Bullingdon\, 162 Cowley Road:geo:-1.2359662,51.7473372 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T183000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20250504T161345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T015249Z UID:10010534-1766255400-1766255400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Smyths DESCRIPTION:The Smyths\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Smyths\n\n\n\nTribute to the works of Morrissey\, Marr\, Rourke\, and Joyce\, The Smyths head out on the road playing a ‘best of’ and much more from the canon of Manchester’s greatest indie band. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £23.55 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a handling fee of £3.25 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 20 December 2025 at 6.30pm \n\n\n\nCurfew: \n\n\n\n10.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nNo under 8s.\n\n\n\nUnder 14s to be accompanied at all times by an adult over 18. Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nO2 Academy Oxford \n\n\n\nSecurity – bag policy: \n\n\n\nLarge 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 \n\n\n\nTicket limits: \n\n\n\nPlease note that there is a ticket limit of 12 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. \n\n\n\nTicket fees: \n\n\n\nPer order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nSince 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. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-smyths-2/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/3833eeb4-71e8-48f6-ac3a-e8ef32ea0356.webp GEO:51.7468634;-1.2345014 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=O2 Academy Oxford 190 Cowley Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 1UE United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=190 Cowley Road:geo:-1.2345014,51.7468634 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20251030T205948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T204203Z UID:10004368-1766257200-1766266200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Orchestra of St John’s Handel’s Messiah at Dorchester Abbey DESCRIPTION:Orchestra of St John’s Handel’s Messiah at Dorchester Abbey\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Orchestra of St John’s Handel’s Messiah at Dorchester Abbey\n\n\n\nHandel – MessiahIn the traditional scoring. \n\n\n\nAbbi Temple sopranoSuzie Purkis altoArchie Inns tenorDavid Pike bass \n\n\n\nOSJ VoicesOrchestra of St John’sJohn Lubbock\, conductor \n\n\n\nOrchestra of St John’s Handel’s Messiah at Dorchester Abbey is a seasonal classic performed by renowned soloists\, backed by the full forces of the Orchestra of St John’s and the OSJ Voices.  \n\n\n\nJoin the Orchestra of St John’s and the OSJ Voices for a festive performance of Handel’s great oratorio\, The Messiah. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important ticketing information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Front seats – £30.00Middle Seats – £25.00Rear seats – £20.00Under 25s – £5.00 \n\n\n\nFree tickets available for NHS workers and for the disabled. Please email admin@osj.org.uk \n\n\n\nWhen you purchase tickets\, the organisers politely ask that you consider adding a voluntary donation to support their work in the community and with children in Special Educational Needs schools. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDid you know…\n\n\n\nHandel’s Messiah is probably the most performed choral work in history\, and\, despite being about the whole of Jesus’ life\, it is now mainly performed at Christmas. \n\n\n\nMessiah was originally an Easter offering and premiered in Dublin on 13 April 1742. The first part prophesied the birth of Jesus Christ\, the second exalted his sacrifice for humankind\, and the final section heralded his Resurrection. \n\n\n\nMessiah’s success in Dublin was soon quickly repeated in London when it was performed for the first time in London a year later at the Covent Garden Theatre. It took time for Messiah to find its niche as a Christmas favourite\, but now\, of course\, Handel’s Messiah is a fixture of the Christmas season. \n\n\n\nHandel composed Messiah in an astounding interlude – between three and four weeks in August and September 1741. Whilst some think it was divine inspiration\, he was actually just really good at writing quickly. He composed operas of a similar length during the short times between theatrical seasons. \n\n\n\nThe original version of Messiah is lost\, as Handel edited and re-worked the music in the years following the premiere. And to create work for as many players as possible extra parts were written for more instruments. \n\n\n\nPS: The tradition of standing for the Hallelujah chorus was begun by King George II at the London premiere – and when the King stands\, so does everybody else. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/handels-messiah-at-dorchester-abbey/ LOCATION:Dorchester Abbey\, High Street\, Dorchester-on-Thames\, Wallingford\, Oxfordshire\, OX10 7HH CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Orchestra-of-St-Johns-Handels-Messiah-at-Dorchester-Abbey.webp GEO:51.6438698;-1.164855 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Dorchester Abbey High Street Dorchester-on-Thames Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 7HH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=High Street\, Dorchester-on-Thames:geo:-1.164855,51.6438698 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T193000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20251126T091500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T015304Z UID:10011835-1766259000-1766259000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Bach Choir: Carols for All DESCRIPTION:Oxford Bach Choir: Carols for All\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Bach Choir: Carols for All\n\n\n\nThe ever-popular annual Carols for All concert is this year on the final Saturday before Christmas Day\, with the talented young singers and instrumentalists from Oxfordshire County Music Service. \n\n\n\nCome and celebrate Christmas with carols and seasonal music old and new\, with familiar favourites and beautiful rarities. Something for everyone\, from 5 years to 95 and over. Audience participation\, as ever\, guaranteed! \n\n\n\nConductor: Libby Burgess \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £12.00 to £20.00 \n\n\n\nA fee of £1.50 per transaction applies to bookings for this event across all channels – website\, phone and in-person bookings at the Box Office. The fee is waived for Oxford Playhouse members. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 20 December 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 30 minutes\, without an interval \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Sheldonian Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nHome to ceremonial occasions and a raft of exciting events\, the magnificent and versatile Sheldonian Theatre is the focal point of the University of Oxford and is a unique space to experience live music. \n\n\n\nTo see an interactive map of the theatre\, click here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the Sheldonian Theatre\, including facilities\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-bach-choir-carols-for-all/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/carols-for-all-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T235959 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20251030T140447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T202334Z UID:10011535-1766275200-1766361599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Bus Museum Father Christmas Days DESCRIPTION:Oxford Bus Museum Father Christmas Days\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Bus Museum’s Father Christmas Days\n\n\n\nIn Victorian times\, Santa travelled by a sleigh pulled by reindeer. More recently\, he’s also well known to have travelled by steam train\, but now he’s hopping onboard a vintage Oxford bus. \n\n\n\nVisit Father Christmas in his bus grotto while enjoying a complimentary vintage bus ride. The buses will depart from Oxford Bus Museum at 12.15pm and 2.15pm on Sunday 14 and Sunday 21 December. \n\n\n\nThe Father Christmas Day & Free Heritage Bus Ride event is organised by the Oxford Bus Museum\, whose collection includes vintage buses and coaches dating back to 1913\, a collection of vintage bicycles and the Morris Motors Exhibition\, which charts the story of the Oxford-based car manufacturer during the life of its founder\, William Morris (Lord Nuffield). \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Oxford Bus Museum’s Father Christmas Days Poster\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nDates & times:Sunday 14 and 21 December at 12.15pm and 2.15pm \n\n\n\nLocation:The buses will depart from Oxford Bus Museum. \n\n\n\nGood to know:Please note that bus rides are given subject to driver and vehicle availability. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-bus-museum-father-christmas-days/2025-12-21/ LOCATION:Oxford Bus Museum\, Hanborough Rail Station Yard\, Main Road\, Long Hanborough\, Witney\, Oxfordshire\, OX29 8LA CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/oxford-bus-museum-father-christmas-days-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.824826;-1.3728846 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Bus Museum Hanborough Rail Station Yard Main Road Long Hanborough Witney Oxfordshire OX29 8LA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hanborough Rail Station Yard\, Main Road\, Long Hanborough:geo:-1.3728846,51.824826 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T235959 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20251126T091718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T015319Z UID:10011837-1766275200-1766361599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Snowman and The Gruffalo in concert DESCRIPTION:The Snowman and The Gruffalo in concert\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Snowman and The Gruffalo in concert\n\n\n\nFor one day only\, direct from London\, the Mozart Symphony Orchestra comes to Oxford’s Sheldonian Theatre for its famous performance of the timeless classic\, The Snowman\, for which the film is shown on the big screen with a live symphony orchestra providing the soundtrack. \n\n\n\nAlice Mackenzie sings the aria made so famous by Aled Jones: ‘Walking in the Air’. \n\n\n\nFollowing the huge success of The Gruffalo (composed for orchestra and narrator by Philip Mackenzie) in London\, Cheltenham and Bristol last Christmas\, it makes a welcome return alongside its sequel\, The Gruffalo’s Child. \n\n\n\nRather like Peter and the Wolf\, each character in the tale is represented by a different instrument of the orchestra… what will the Gruffalo be? \n\n\n\nPerformers \n\n\n\nAlice Mackenzie soprano \n\n\n\nPhilip Mackenzie narrator \n\n\n\nMozart Symphony Orchestra \n\n\n\nMalcolm Forbes-Peckham and Philip Mackenzie conductors \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £12.00 to £34.00 \n\n\n\nA fee of £1.50 per transaction applies to bookings for this event across all channels – website\, phone and in-person bookings at the Box Office. The fee is waived for Oxford Playhouse members. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 21 December 2025 at 1.30pm\, 3.30pm and 5.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors open 30 minutes prior to start time \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour\, without an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n5+ \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nThis performance is family-friendly. Babes in arms (up to 2 years of age) are permitted to share a seat with each full-paying adult; children aged 2 years or more will require a paid ticket and seat. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Sheldonian Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nHome to ceremonial occasions and a raft of exciting events\, the magnificent and versatile Sheldonian Theatre is the focal point of the University of Oxford and is a unique space to experience live music. \n\n\n\nTo see an interactive map of the theatre\, click here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the Sheldonian Theatre\, including facilities\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-snowman-and-the-gruffalo-in-concert/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Snowman-and-The-Gruffalo-in-concert.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20220909T134508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T012139Z UID:10008950-1766311200-1766318400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Wolvercote Community Market DESCRIPTION:Wolvercote Community Market\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Wolvercote Community Market\n\n\n\nEstablished 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nRegular 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nThe market is open every Sunday from 10.00am to noon at The White Hart Community Pub in Godstow Road\, Lower Wolvercote. \n\n\n\nThere 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. \n\n\n\nIf you’re arriving by bicycle\, there are plenty of bike racks and a regular bike. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/wolvercote-community-market/2025-12-21/ LOCATION:The White Hart Wolvercote\, 126 Godstow Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX2 8PQ CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/wolvercote-sunday-market-1600x900.webp GEO:51.7837991;-1.2931625 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The White Hart Wolvercote 126 Godstow Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX2 8PQ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=126 Godstow Road:geo:-1.2931625,51.7837991 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20220909T120824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T170731Z UID:10007403-1766311200-1766325600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:South Oxford Farmers and Community Market DESCRIPTION:South Oxford Farmers and Community Market\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the South Oxford Farmers and Community Market\n\n\n\nThe South Oxford Farmers and Community Market is a weekly market selling local\, seasonal food and non-food goods. \n\n\n\n‘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. \n\n\n\nThe market also supports the resale of locally-sourced second-hand products such as books and clothing. \n\n\n\nThe market is held every Sunday from 10.00am to noon in the courtyard of the South Oxford Community Centre on Lake Street. \n\n\n\nWeekly/regular vendors include: \n\n\n\n\nNatural Bread Company\n\n\n\nClays Organic Vegetables\n\n\n\nBrill Organic Vegetables\n\n\n\nEadles of Beckley\n\n\n\nSofacoma Wholefoods\n\n\n\nCelia’s Bakery\n\n\n\nFAI Eggs\n\n\n\nRaffaele Pepe\n\n\n\nJericho Coffee Traders\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/south-oxford-farmers-and-community-market/2025-12-21/ LOCATION:South Oxford Community Centre\, Lake Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 4RP CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/south-oxford-farmers-and-community-market-1600x900.webp GEO:51.7393714;-1.2556906 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=South Oxford Community Centre Lake Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 4RP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lake Street:geo:-1.2556906,51.7393714 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20220909T140106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T004943Z UID:10007140-1766311200-1766325600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Summertown Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Summertown Farmers Market\, Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Summertown Farmers Market\n\n\n\nSummertown Farmers Market is a community market that aims to bring new generation farmers market to the high street. \n\n\n\nThe market hosts a wide range of fresh local and organic producers and street food vendors and a few non-food treats traders. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nThe market is open every Sunday from 10.00am to 2.00pm. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/summertown-farmers-market/2025-12-21/ LOCATION:Summertown Shopping Parade\, Banbury Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX2 7DY CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/summertown-farmers-market-oxford-1920x1080.webp GEO:51.7778921;-1.2652376 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Summertown Shopping Parade Banbury Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX2 7DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Banbury Road:geo:-1.2652376,51.7778921 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T110000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20251126T091947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T015335Z UID:10011836-1766314800-1766314800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Coffee Concerts: Adderbury Ensemble with Viv McLean DESCRIPTION:Oxford Coffee Concerts: Adderbury Ensemble with Viv McLean\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Coffee Concerts: Adderbury Ensemble with Viv McLean\n\n\n\nOxford Coffee Concerts \n\n\n\nBeethoven: Piano Concerto no 4 in G major\, op 58 (chamber version) \n\n\n\nThis superb series of chamber music concerts was established in 1986 in the amazing Holywell Music Room – the oldest concert hall in Europe. \n\n\n\nThe concerts are every Sunday morning at 11.15am with coffee available at a local pub\, before the concert only. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £17.00 \n\n\n\nA fee of £1.50 per transaction applies to bookings for this event across all channels – website\, phone and in-person bookings at the Box Office. The fee is waived for Oxford Playhouse members. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 21 December 2025 at 11.15am \n\n\n\nDoors open at 11.00am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour\, without an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n5+ \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nAdmission to children aged between 5 and 10 is free when accompanied by an adult – please call Oxford Coffee Concerts in advance on 07518 479 062 to book these tickets. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Holywell Music Room\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street\, close to the heart of the University of Oxford\, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOften considered the first dedicated music venue in England\, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture\, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people\, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience. \n\n\n\nThe venue remains an active hub for musical performances\, regularly showcasing chamber music\, solo recitals\, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford\, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance. \n\n\n\nVisit the venue information page for further details. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-coffee-concerts-adderbury-ensemble-with-viv-mclean-2/ LOCATION:Holywell Music Room\, Holywell Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3SD CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Coffee-Concerts-Adderbury-Ensemble-with-Viv-McLean-1.webp GEO:51.7550656;-1.253053 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holywell Music Room Holywell Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3SD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Holywell Road:geo:-1.253053,51.7550656 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20251217T122914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T015354Z UID:10012071-1766325600-1766332800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Family-Friendly Sundays DESCRIPTION:Family-Friendly Sundays\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Family-Friendly Sundays\n\n\n\nEvery Sunday afternoon\, families can enjoy free\, drop-in activities at the Museum of the History of Science. \n\n\n\nRunning from 2.00pm to 4.00pm\, the sessions include nature-themed activity backpacks\, creative crafts\, family-friendly trails and more\, all supported by the museum’s volunteers. \n\n\n\nNo booking is required\, and the event runs weekly until 21 December 2025\, then resuming on 04 January 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFree event \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nEvery Sunday at 2.00pm\, until 14 December 2025 \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nSuitable for all ages. \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nFree event. No booking required. \n\n\n\nAccessibility information: \n\n\n\n\nWheelchair accessible? – Yes\n\n\n\nHearing loops? – No\n\n\n\nSeating? – Yes\n\n\n\nRefreshments? – No\n\n\n\nFlashing lights? – No\n\n\n\nLoud noises? – No URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/family-friendly-sundays-2/ LOCATION:Oxford University Museum of Natural History\, Parks Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire CATEGORIES:Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Family-Friendly-Sundays.webp GEO:51.7586144;-1.2567354 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford University Museum of Natural History Parks Road Oxford Oxfordshire;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Parks Road:geo:-1.2567354,51.7586144 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20251124T001220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T015408Z UID:10004363-1766327400-1766332800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Lord Mayor of Oxford’s annual Christmas Carol Concert 2025 DESCRIPTION:Lord Mayor of Oxford’s annual Christmas Carol Concert\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Lord Mayor of Oxford’s annual Christmas carol concert\n\n\n\nThe Lord Mayor of Oxford’s annual Christmas Carol Concert returns for a magical afternoon of festive music and song. \n\n\n\nJoining The Lord Mayor will be Oxfordshire Schools’ Symphony Orchestra plus special guests giving you a delightful rendition of the UK’s best-loved carols – not to forget everyone’s favourite: The Twelve Days of Christmas! Accompanying the orchestra will be the famous Father Willis organ. \n\n\n\nAll ticket sales and donations support the Lord Mayor’s chosen causes: The Gatehouse\, OXSRAD\, and Trax. As one of the biggest fundraising events of the civic year\, please give what you can this festive season. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrice: £3.50We recommend purchasing your tickets online using the “Buy Tickets” button above. \n\n\n\nA limited amount of tickets will be available to buy in person from the Cards for Good Causes shop located in Oxford Town Hall. Opening times are Monday to Saturday\, 10.00am to 4.00pm. \n\n\n\nTickets will be available to purchase on the door (subject to availability). \n\n\n\nTimings:The concert starts at 2.30pm and will finish at 4.00pm. Guests are asked to be seated by 2.15pm. The Box Office will sell any unsold or reclaimed tickets from 2.15pm in the Town Hall Reception. \n\n\n\nAccessibility:The concert will be interpreted in British Sign Language throughout. If you require a seat with a good view of the interpreter\, please select ‘Disabled/BSL’ tickets for everyone in your party. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover more: Christmas carols and concerts in Oxfordshire URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/lord-mayor-of-oxfords-annual-christmas-carol-concert/ LOCATION:Oxford Town Hall\, Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\,\, Oxford\, OX1 1BX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/lord-mayor-of-oxfords-christmas-carol-concert-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7515381;-1.2572431 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Town Hall Oxford Town Hall St Aldate's Oxford OX1 1BX United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\,:geo:-1.2572431,51.7515381 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251222T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251222T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T231021 CREATED:20251130T125010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T125015Z UID:10011991-1766397600-1766419200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:NW Inventors: Creative Christmas Cracker! DESCRIPTION:NW Inventors: Creative Christmas Cracker!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout NW Inventors: Creative Christmas Cracker!\n\n\n\nA cracker of a workshop to start the Christmas holidays! Get crafty and creative as we explore a range of theatre skills and dive into seasonal storytelling in this hands-on\, festively fun workshop and theatre trip. \n\n\n\nIncludes a ticket to see Creation Theatre’s The Nutcracker. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£45.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nMonday 22 December 2025 at 10.00am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n6 hours \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n8 to 11 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The North Wall Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe North Wall Arts Centre is an an award-winning theatre\, gallery and performing arts centre located in Summertown\, North Oxford. The facility was opened in 2007\, and offers a fully flexible 200-seat theatre\, a public art gallery\, as well as studios for dance and drama. \n\n\n\nThe centre is owned by St Edward’s School and shared with the city\, and it was created for the benefit of emerging artists across a range of disciplines. The programme of events at The North Wall places emphasis on new and innovative work. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The North Wall Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/nw-inventors-creative-christmas-cracker/ LOCATION:The North Wall Arts Centre\, South Parade\, Oxford\, OX2 7JN CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/NW-Inventors-Creative-Christmas-Cracker.webp GEO:51.7781313;-1.2676696 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The North Wall Arts Centre South Parade Oxford OX2 7JN;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=South Parade:geo:-1.2676696,51.7781313 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR