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Didcot Railway Centre Discovery Days
2026-07-02 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-07-03 00:00 - 23:59 (Europe/London) | Didcot Railway Centre, Didcot Parkway, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7NJ
Didcot Railway Centre in Didcot, Oxfordshire

About Didcot Railway Centre Discovery Days

With no trains running, explore the 21 acre living museum at leisure and get close to the exhibits

Travel back to the golden age of the Great Western Railway and experience the sights, sounds and atmosphere of steam across this 21-acre living museum, showcasing trains from Victorian times through to the 1960s.

Visitors can explore the site at leisure and uncover almost two centuries of railway history. With trains not running on Discovery Days, there is a rare opportunity to see the locomotives up close.

A colourful Centre Guide helps visitors navigate the site, from the original 1932 Engine Shed to the impressive collection of preserved locomotives, including 5900 Hinderton Hall. Guests can step onto the footplate and hear staff in character as they bring the engines to life, capturing the rhythms of a working steam-era shed.

Across the site, the Engine Shed atmosphere is carefully recreated, with sounds and details that evoke daily railway life. The Carriage and Wagon section displays restored rolling stock from Victorian times to the 1940s, including a VIP saloon believed to have been used by General Eisenhower during preparations for D-Day and later part of the GWR Royal Train, alongside ongoing restoration work. Brunel’s Broad Gauge collection is also on display, including locomotives, coaches, the transfer shed, and remnants of the ambitious Atmospheric Railway.

Interactive and interpretive experiences continue in the Signalling Centre, where visitors can discover how rail traffic has been controlled over time, with the Swindon Panel demonstrated on selected dates. A WWII air raid shelter offers a powerful glimpse into wartime history, while the museum houses a vast and varied collection of smaller artefacts. The Road Transport Hangar adds further depth with examples of historic GWR road vehicles.

Discovery Days offer full access to the site, with the restaurant, shop, museum, Engine Shed displays, carriage and wagon exhibits, signalling centre, and transfer shed all open to visitors. The quieter atmosphere allows more time to appreciate the locomotives and surroundings. At times, visitors may also witness shunting movements, workshop activity, or even steam tests taking place outdoors.

Families can enjoy the outdoor play area or dress up as station staff, while the refreshment rooms provide space to relax over lunch or a snack. A visit to the gift shop offers souvenirs to complete the experience. The backdrop of modern railway traffic passing nearby adds contrast, bringing over 180 years of railway evolution together in a single day.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Admission for 2 people with Tea & Cake – £32.00 (£35.50 with Gift Aid)

Adult Admission – £12.00 (£14.00 with Gift Aid)Senior Admission (65+) – £9.00 (£10.00 with Gift Aid)Child Admission (3 to 15) – £7.50 (£8.50 with Gift Aid) Child Under 3 Admission – Free

Family of 4 Admission (2 Adults and 2 Children) – £35.00 (£38.50 with Gift Aid)Family of 5 Admission (2 Adults and 3 Children) – £44.00 (£48.50 with Gift Aid) Carer Admission – £0.00Visitors may be asked to provide reasonable proof of carer status on the day of arrival.

Admission prices are inclusive of all regular attractions including free train rides on running days.

Child prices apply to children aged 3 to 15

Opening times:The Didcot Railway Centre is currently open only at Weekends and on 18 to 20 February for Half-Term, with the last entries at 2.30pm. You are welcome to stay until closing at 4.00pm.

Please have your original e-ticket ready to show the staff. Please also bring your membership card if you’re a member or your carer‘s ID if you have booked a carer’s ticket.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Good to know:Joining during half term week, will be a visiting engine, Prairie 5199 courtesy of the 5199 Project, and together with our own 4144 and 6106 will be the first time these 3 Prairies will have been seen together in preservation. 5199 is due to come out of traffic shortly as its boiler certificate is running out, so make the most of being able to see this operating while you can!

See the latest pre-arrival advice here.

David Guetta 2026 F1 British Grand Prix Opening Concert
2026-07-02 14:00 | Silverstone Circuit, Northampton, Silverstone Circuit, Towcester, Northamptonshire, NN12 8TN, United Kingdom
David Guetta 2026 F1 British Grand Prix Opening Concert

About David Guetta 2026 F1 British Grand Prix Opening Concert

The action begins Thursday before the lights go out. The Opening Concert brings an electric mix of live music, surprise guests, and entertainment not to be missed.

Book the Thursday Opening Concert or stay the whole weekend and experience the British Grand Prix in all its glory – from the first chord to the final chequered flag.

Confirmed artist David Guetta headlines Thursday. The world-renowned artist brings The Monolith as a UK Exclusive to the Silverstone main stage for the Opening Concert!

Previous iconic headline artists include Calvin Harris. Kings of Leon and Sam Fender.

Stay tuned for the full 2026 line up.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £53.00

Tickets are subject to a handling fee of £3.25

Dates & times:

Thursday 02 July 2026 at 6.00pm

Age guidance:

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18.

Good to know:

A max of 6 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 6 will be cancelled.

King of the Moon
2026-07-02 19:30 | Oxford Playhouse, Beaumont Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2LW, United Kingdom
King of the Moon

About King of the Moon

Written by Abigail Chandler

Director and dramaturg: Emelia Hutchinson

Hampton King, the richest man in the world, is the first billionaire to make it to the moon. He’s also just become the first man to be murdered on the moon.

His three business rivals – the men he invited with him on his maiden voyage just to rub their noses in it – are the only other people on the moon. One of them must be the murderer.

Can they stop scrabbling for power long enough to find the killer and make it back to Earth before more people die?

This is a rehearsed reading of a work-in-progress.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£5.00

Dates & times:

Thursday 02 July 2026 at 7.30pm

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes, without an interval

Location:

Burton Taylor Studio

Age guidance:

14+

Content guidance:

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.

The Rhythm of Life
2026-07-03 00:00 - 2026-07-04 23:59 | Oxford Playhouse, Beaumont Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2LW, United Kingdom
The Rhythm of Life

About The Rhythm of Life

Travel from Oz to Seville, step onto 42nd Street, tumble down the rabbit hole, and raise the barricade — all in one exhilarating evening.

Join OXOPS (Oxford Operatic Society) this July as they present The Rhythm of Life, a staged concert with heart, humour and high-energy performances. This fast-paced production brings together beloved classics and contemporary favourites in a joyful tribute to the stage.

From the timeless wit of Gilbert & Sullivan to the soaring drama of Andrew Lloyd Webber, the golden age of Rodgers & Hammerstein to modern West End and Broadway hits, there is something here for every generation of theatre fan.

Featuring music from Wicked, Les Misérables, Chicago, Beauty and the Beast, Company and more, the programme is packed with iconic songs that have defined musical theatre for decades.

This year OXOPS celebrates eighty years of bringing musical theatre to Oxford. The Rhythm of Life is both a celebration of the genre and a tribute to the company’s extraordinary legacy.

Whether you’re a lifelong musical theatre devotee or just looking for a genuinely uplifting night out, join us for an evening packed with music, movement, and moments you’ll be humming long after the curtain falls.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

£12.75 to £19.50

Dates & times:

Friday 03 and Saturday 04 July 2026

Friday at 7.30pm

Saturday at 2.30pm and 7.30pm

Running time:

This show includes an interval

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.

Banbury Farmer’s Market
2026-07-03 08:30 - 13:30 | Banbury Market Place, Banbury Market Place, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5UN
Banbury Farmers Market

About Banbury Farmer’s Market

Banbury Farmer’s Market takes place on the first Friday of every month from 8.30am to 1.30pm.

This popular, friendly North Oxfordshire farmers’ market features plenty of fresh, quality produce including varieties of meat, fish and cheeses, delicious seasonal fruit and vegetables, as well as locally sourced pies, bread, cakes, plants and flowers. It also provides an opportunity to meet some of your local farmers and growers.

The market is operated by Cherwell District Council.

Good to know

The farmer’s market is held on the same site as the Banbury Charter Market.

The Charter Market has been trading for several centuries since the town was established back in the 17th Century. Today it hosts approximately 30 stalls offering a range of products, including fruit and vegetables, clothing, footwear, tools, cards and garden plants.

The Royal Charter Market, also operated by Cherwell District Council, runs on Thursdays and Saturdays. There are additional antiques’ stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month.

Madrigals on the River
2026-07-03 18:30 - 21:30 | Magdalen College School, Oxford, Cowley Place, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1DZ
Madrigals on the River

About Madrigals on the River

It has long been an MCS tradition that the Trinity term comes to an end with a concert of Madrigals performed from punts on the river.

This hugely popular event will feature a variety of madrigals and folksongs from different periods of musical history interspersed with some instrumental items.

This event even featured in the Oxford episode of Susan Calman’s Grand Days Out. One not to miss!

Families are encouraged to picnic on school field from 6.30pm.

There will be some informal music before the arrival of the punts at 8pm.

Tickets

All orders will be subject to a per transaction booking fee.

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Booking information

Dates & times:

Gates open at 6.30pm for picnic.

There will be some informal music before the arrival of the punts at 8pm.

Running time:

1 hours 30 minutes, with an interval.

Age guidance:

All ages

Good to know:

The performance takes place in the open air – please dress appropriately

Daliso Chaponda: Topical Storm
2026-07-03 19:30 | The North Wall Arts Centre, South Parade, Oxford, OX2 7JN
Daliso Chaponda: Topical Storm

About Daliso Chaponda: Topical Storm

Daliso Chaponda has been writing jokes about the news for over a decade – on Have I Got News For You, Radio 4′ News Quiz, Australia’s Good News Week and many more besides. (In fact, he’s seen the news from both sides, having been in the tabloids himself.)

But recently the news has been so absurd, chaotic and overwhelming that it more or less mocks itself. Where do we go from here?

Topical Storm is Daliso’s response. A show not about ‘The’ news but about news itself. Journalists, bloggers, fake news, satirical news: have we lost the thread of it all? Is the reporting of news endlessly polarising us as a society rather than educating us?

Would we be better off going right back to the first-ever news bulletin – the original caveman drawing on a wall – and starting from scratch? Daliso does just that in this explosive new standup show.

Reviews

“Full of sharp one-liners and well-crafted gags…a real talent.” ★★★★

Metro

“Gets laughs out of topics other comedians shun.”

The Guardian

“Brilliantly bold, thoroughly engaging and provocative.”

Wee Review

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Standard – £19.00Pay More – £21.00Pay Less – £17.00

Dates & times:

Friday 03 July 2026 at 7.30pm

Age guidance:

14+

About The North Wall Arts Centre

The 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.

The 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.

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

It's a Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Tribute Spectacular
2026-07-03 19:30 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
It’s a Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Tribute Spectacular

About It’s a Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Tribute Spectacular

Over 10 Years. Countless Sold-Out Shows. One Unforgettable Experience. The music. The voice. The legend. Reborn on stage.

Get ready for an electrifying night as the UK and Europe’s Biggest, Best and Longest-running Neil Diamond tribute show returns — bigger, bolder, and more breathtaking than ever before.

Featuring a sensational live orchestra with soaring strings and powerhouse brass, this is Neil Diamond as you’ve never.

It’s a Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Tribute Spectacular

At the heart of it all is Fisher Stevens — widely acclaimed as the world’s finest Neil Diamond tribute performer. With pitch-perfect vocals, effortless charisma, and astonishing authenticity, Fisher doesn’t just perform the songs — he becomes the legend. Close your eyes, and you’re there.

Sweet Caroline

Cracklin’ Rosie

Forever in Blue Jeans

Love on the Rocks

…and many more all-time favourites

For more than a decade, It’s A Beautiful Noise has brought audiences to their feet across the UK and Europe. Now, it returns as a fully immersive concert spectacular — a powerful, emotional, joy-filled celebration of one of the greatest

artists of all time.

This isn’t just a tribute — it’s a musical phenomenon.

It’s not just a show — it’s a shared celebration.

And it’s not just unforgettable — it’s unmissable.

So take your seat, lift your voice, and let the memories flood back.

Sing louder. Smile wider. Feel everything.

Because, as Neil Diamond said it best…

“Good times never seemed so good.”

Watch the trailer

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £30.68

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee

Dates & times:

Friday 03 July 2026 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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The Choral Pilgrimage 2026
2026-07-03 19:30 - 21:15 | University Church of St Mary the Virgin, Oxford, The High Street, Oxford, OX1 4BJ
The Choral Pilgrimage 2026

About The Choral Pilgrimage 2026

Spain’s Siglo de Oro, the Age of Gold, gave rise to some of the greatest sacred choral music of the Renaissance.

The range of emotion covered by composers in the Spanish Renaissance is demonstrated beautifully in the selected works by Cristóbal de Morales and Sebastián de Vivanco that form the basis of this Choral Pilgrimage: Lead, Kindly Light.

These works are complemented by settings of words by two poems from Saint John Henry Newman: Sir James MacMillan’s Nothing in Vain, and the world premiere of Kerensa Briggs’ Lead, Kindly Light, specially commissioned for the Choral Pilgrimage.

The Choral Workshop for Wellbeing will also be taking place on Saturday 18 July between 10.30pm to 4.30pm, at Wesley Memorial Methodist Church.

Under the expert guidance of The Sixteen’s associate conductor Eamonn Dougan, and Sixteen sopranos Julie Cooper and Charlotte Mobbs, this unique choral workshop combines the art of singing with the science of vocal and nutritional health.

Buy a ticket for this corresponding workshop in the same transaction, and get £5.00 off.

Programme

Vivanco Christus factus est pro nobis

Morales Emendemus in Melius

Vivanco Assumpta est Maria

Morales Gaude et laetare Ferrariensis civitas

Kerensa Briggs Lead, kindly light (new commission)

Vivanco Magnificat Octavi toni

Morales Jubilate Deo omnis terra

Vivanco O quam suavis est, Domine

Morales Exaltata est sancta Dei Genitrix

Morales Lamentabatur Jacob

Vivanco Caritas Pater est

James MacMillan Nothing in vain (Commissioned in 2021 by the Genesis Foundation for Harry Christophers and The Sixteen)

Performers

The Sixteen

Harry Christophers conductor

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£15.00 – £35.00

Dates & times:

Friday 03 July 2026 at 7.30pm

Running time:

1 hour 45 minutes

Queenagers
2026-07-03 19:30 - 21:30 | Old Fire Station, Oxford, 40 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AQ
Queenagers

About Queenagers

All hail the queen of cabaret events – a show comprising stand up, music and monologues that focuses on the funny side of the menopause and the uplifting freedom and positivity it can bring. Laugh until the tears run down your legs – and feel reassured that it isn’t just you!

Host, peri-menopausal glamour-puss Bunny Morethan aka Rebecca Mordan (Glastonbury Festival compère, Sky News ‘rent-a-feminist’ and BBC Writers Room) is here to learn all she can about what’s coming down the female line.

In a perfect antidote to the doom and gloom surrounding the menopause, Bunny will lead audiences on a be-sequined exploration of menopause and midlife.

Add music and song exploring and celebrating middle aged women and you have the Queenagers cabaret!

Whether you’re menopausal, peri-menopausal, have it in your future, in your rear-view mirror or supporting someone going through it, Queenagers will make you cry with laughter and feel less alone.

With its hilarious anecdotes of menopausal mishaps, poignant moments and positivity, this powerful show will make you feel moved, recognised and royally entertained!

What the Critics Say

“I laughed, I cried, I realised I wasn’t going mad! I think this show might be life saving.”

Audience member

“Outrageous and very funny, this show is Vagina Monologues for menopausal women and anyone who knows them!”

Mike Sheppard, Kneehigh

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Standard – £14.00

Pay more – £19.00

Pay less – £9.00

Dates & times:

Friday 03 July 2026 at 7.30pm

Running time:

2 hours

Age guidance:

14+

About The Old Fire Station

The Old Fire Station in Oxford is an arts centre with a unique social mission, combining creativity with community impact. Located in the city centre, it hosts a vibrant programme of theatre, exhibitions, music, comedy, and workshops.

It shares its space with the homelessness charity Crisis Skylight Oxford, supporting people experiencing homelessness through training and opportunities in the arts. By bringing artists, audiences, and vulnerable communities together, The Old Fire Station aims to challenge inequality and inspire positive change.

Discover more about The Old Fire Station, including travel, access and venue information.

Didcot Railway Centre Steam Days
2026-07-04 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-07-05 00:00 - 23:59 | Didcot Railway Centre, Didcot Parkway, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7NJ
Didcot Railway Centre Steam Days

About Didcot Railway Centre Steam Days

Travel back in time to the golden age of the Great Western Railway and savour the sights, sounds and smells of steam as you explore this 21-acre living museum with trains dating from Victorian times to the 1960s.

Steam trains will operate on at least one of the centre’s two demonstration lines, allowing you to take unlimited rides. On many days, the second line will be running too and may feature a pioneering diesel railcar, a heritage diesel locomotive or a small branchline steam engine. Check the Locomotive Roster to see what will be running on the date of your visit.

Stroll around the 1932 Engine Shed housing our unique collection of operational and cosmetically-restored locomotives. Find 5900 Hinderton Hall, climb onto the footplate and listen to Archie, the driver, and Stan, the fireman, prepare their loco! Listen out for the sounds of a working engine shed and see if you can hear Stan fetch his supplies from Jonah, the storeman.

Visit the carriage and wagon display of restored rolling stock from Victorian times to the 1940s, including the VIP Saloon reputed to have been used by General Eisenhower during the preparations for D-Day and later used in the GWR Royal Train, and our restoration workshops

Marvel at Brunel’s Broad Gauge railway, locomotives, coaches and transfer shed and don’t miss a section of his not entirely successful ‘Atmospheric Railway’

Get hands-on in The Signalling Centre where you can find out how trains have been controlled through the ages. The Swindon Panel is demonstrated on certain specified dates.

Descend into a shelter built to keep Didcot’s enginemen safe in WWII and experience an air raid

Immerse yourself in the huge and varied collection of fascinating, smaller items in the Museum.

Discover some GWR road vehicles in the Road Transport Hangar.

Children can also make tracks to the outdoor play area or dress up as a station master. You can relax over lunch or enjoy a snack in the refreshment rooms, and don’t forget to pick up a souvenir in the gift shop. The modern trains running past the centre complete the picture and mean you can experience over 180 years of railway progress in just one day.

Tickets

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Admission for 2 people with Tea & Cake – £48.00 (£53.00 with Gift Aid)

Adult Admission – £18.50 (£20.50 with Gift Aid)Senior Admission (65+) – £16.50 (£19.00 with Gift Aid)Child Admission (3 to 15) – £11.00 (£13.00 with Gift Aid) Child Under 3 Admission – Free

Family of 4 Admission (2 Adults and 2 Children) – £55.00 (£61.00 with Gift Aid)Family of 5 Admission (2 Adults and 3 Children) – £65.00 (£72.00 with Gift Aid) Carer Admission – £0.00Visitors may be asked to provide reasonable proof of carer status on the day of arrival.

Admission prices are inclusive of all regular attractions including free train rides on running days.

Child prices apply to children aged 3 to 15

Good to know

Didcot Railway Centre will be open at 10.30am, with the last entries at 2.30pm.

You are welcome to stay until close at 4.00pm.

Please have your original e-ticket ready to show the staff.

Please also bring your membership card if you’re a member or your carer’s ID if you have booked a carer’s ticket.

On arrival at Didcot Parkway Station, please show your ticket to GWR staff, who will let you through the barrier. Walk through the subway and straight ahead into the original steam age subway that leads to the centre.

Head up the stairs to the Railway centre entrance.

On arrival, please show your tickets and collect a Site Guide.

We suggest you alight from the train at the centre’s Oxford Road station at the far end of the site and explore the centre. You can walk back through the centre, return on a later train or change trains and travel back on the Branch Line.

You can step across the tracks around the centre, but do not cross the fences onto the demonstration lines. You can only do this at the Museum — never on other railways.

Please do not climb down into, or jump across, the inspection pits.

Children must be supervised at all times.

Please listen to the briefings from staff, and please do ask questions.

Well-behaved dogs on leads are very welcome.

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Alice’s Day 2026
2026-07-04 00:00 - 23:59 | Oxford City Centre, Oxford City Centre, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Alice’s Day

Alice’s Day 2026

Alice’s Day 2026, the annual city-wide celebration of all things Alice in Wonderland, is on Saturday, 04 July 2026.

It is celebrated on the first Saturday in July, in commemoration of the afternoon on the 04 July 1862 when the Christ Church mathematician Charles Dodgson took the Dean of Christ Church’s daughters (Lorina, Alice, and Edith Liddell) on a boat trip, from Folly Bridge to Godstow, where they had a picnic.

There, they begged him to tell her a story, so he invented tales of a girl called Alice who had fantastical adventures. He wrote this up for her in a fine manuscript entitled Alice’s Adventures Under Ground in 1864 and published an expanded version as Alice in Wonderland in 1865, under the pen name Lewis Carroll, with illustrations by John Tenniel.

Join venues across Oxford, including the Museum of Oxford, History of Science Museum, Oxford Botanic Garden, Weston Library, Alice’s Shop, and The Story Museum, for events, including theatre, puppetry, crafting, trails, dance, games, lectures and more, to celebrate one of literature’s – and Oxford’s – best-loved story heroes.

All events are free unless otherwise stated.

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Science Oxford: Family Days
2026-07-04 00:00 - 23:59 | Science Oxford Centre, Stansfeld Park, Quarry Road, Headington, Oxford, OX3 8SB
Science Oxford: Family Days

About Science Oxford: Family Days

Visit the Science Oxford Centre for a unique family day out, open every Saturday throughout the year. Children and adults can explore, discover and play together in the hands-on Exploration Zone, packed with interactive exhibits designed to spark curiosity and creativity.

Experiment with flying designs at the Air Table, build a giant magnetic ball run, discover heat signatures with the Curious Camera, and create fun animations featuring everything from astronauts in space to dinosaurs in a Jurassic world.

Outside, visitors can enjoy 15 acres of woodland and ponds, with nature trails offering plenty of opportunities to spot local wildlife. Explorer Backpacks are available to borrow, while the outdoor Water Lab invites children to experiment with water flow, dams and floating objects. Waterproof clothing or a change of clothes is recommended.

Tickets

Price includes fees.

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

All visitors to the Centre require a ticket including adults and children, but free tickets are available for Under 3s and Carers.

Maximum size of a Family Day order is 10x tickets. For orders above 10, please contact the centre to enquire about a Group Booking.

Under 3s free.

Dates & times:

Every Saturday as follows:

10.00am to 12.00pm

12.30pm to 2.30pm

3.00pm to 5.00pm

Woodland access all day from 10.00am to 5.00pm.

Running time:

2 hours

Age guidance:

Suitable for ages 3+

All ages welcome

Children must be supervised at all times by a parent or carer.

FAQs

What is included in your ticket+

Two-hour timeslot in the Exploration Zone

Access to the woodland and outdoor areas from 10am–5pm (last entry 4.30pm)

Access to outdoor Water Lab from April – October (change of clothes recommended)

Parking (limited availability, see facilities for details)

What’s not included:

STEM Clubs

Facilities+

Food and drink: Emira’s Kitchen, the visitor café at the Science Oxford Centre, is open on Saturdays from 10.00am to 4.00pm, serving hot and cold drinks, snacks and rolls. Visitors are also welcome to bring their own refreshments and picnics to enjoy at the indoor and outdoor picnic tables. All visitors require a valid ticket.

Bike parking: Secure bike parking is available on site.

Car parking: Limited on-site parking is available at weekends on a first-come, first-served basis. Visitors are advised to check alternative parking and travel options before their visit. Those requiring accessible parking should contact events@scienceoxford.com in advance to make arrangements.

Accessibility and additional support+

Accessibility and additional support: Science Oxford’s experienced team works to ensure activities are accessible and engaging for all children. Families with specific access requirements or additional support needs are encouraged to contact events@scienceoxford.com ahead of their visit. Accessible resources are also available.

Carer tickets: One free carer ticket is available when accompanying a cared-for person. Free carer tickets can be booked via the ‘Add On’ option during the Eventbrite checkout process. One carer ticket is permitted per cared-for attendee.

Proof of eligibility: Visitors booking a free carer ticket may be asked to provide supporting documentation on arrival. Accepted forms of evidence include:

Gateway Card, Max Card or Access Card

Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or Attendance Allowance award letter

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) award letter

A letter from a GP or consultant confirming the need for a carer, personal assistant or essential companion

Blue Badge (or a copy)

Carer’s Allowance award letter

Carer ID card or letter issued by a local authority

Quarterly Sensory-friendly Family Days+

Sensory-Friendly Family Days: Science Oxford regularly hosts Sensory-Friendly Family Days, designed for families with autistic children, those with additional needs, or visitors who prefer a quieter, reduced-capacity experience. These sessions provide a more relaxed environment while maintaining access to the Centre’s hands-on exhibits and activities.

Additional support during visits: To create a more comfortable experience, visitor numbers are reduced, loud exhibits are clearly signposted, hand dryers are switched off and replaced with hand towels, ear defenders are available on request, lighting is dimmed, and displays show how much time remains in each session.

Quiet spaces: Visitors who require a quiet space during their visit can speak to a member of staff for assistance.

Preparing for a visit: Families are encouraged to view the Family Day Visual Story before arriving to help familiarise children with the Centre and what to expect. A virtual 360-degree tour and additional accessibility resources are also available online.

Contact+

General enquiries: For all event booking and visiting queries, visitors should contact the Centre by email to events@scienceoxford.com. A response is typically provided within 24–48 hours, although replies may take longer over weekends.

Urgent assistance: For urgent queries or immediate support, visitors can call 01865 810000, Monday to Saturday during office hours.

Ticketing information: Details on refund policies and event terms and conditions are available via the Centre’s website. Tickets are refundable up to 48 hours before the scheduled event.

Group bookings: Enquiries for group visits should be directed to the Centre’s team via email for further information and arrangements.

Photography and safeguarding+

Safeguarding and privacy: Science Oxford is committed to safeguarding the privacy, safety and wellbeing of all children and young people visiting the Centre.

Photography and filming by visitors: Visitors are welcome to take photos and videos of the children in their care, provided parental permission has been given. Visitors are encouraged to share their experience on social media and tag @scienceoxford. However, they are asked not to photograph or film children who are not in their care, and not to share images of other people’s children online without parental consent.

Photography and filming by Science Oxford: The Centre may occasionally photograph or film events for promotional, reporting and archival purposes, including use on social media, websites or in local media. Visitors will be notified in advance and can opt in via Eventbrite when booking or on the day, or opt out at the event.

Privacy information: Science Oxford is part of The Oxford Trust. Further details can be found in the organisation’s privacy policy and related events and data policies.

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Woodstock Farmers’ Market on 1st Saturdays
2026-07-04 08:30 - 13:00 | Market Place, Woodstock, Market Place, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, OX20 1SL
Woodstock Farmers’ Market, Oxfordshire

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
2026-07-04 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.

Classy Clown Class – Custard Pie Special
2026-07-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Old Fire Station, Oxford, 40 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AQ
Classy Clown Class – Custard Pie Special

About Classy Clown Class – Custard Pie Special

Join this first ever Classy Clown Custard Pie masterclass!

Whether you love panto, circus, theatre slapstick or film, this is a unique opportunity to have loads of fun while learning about clowning technique, prop management, and delivering the perfect pie.

You’ll learn about how to get big laughs, set up the gag, deliver the pie, deal with mess and work with audience members on stage.

You’ll be in a fun, gentle environment supported by experienced clown tutor Chris Michael.

Getting messy is optional!

To get the most out of this workshop, it’s helpful if you have done either Chris Michael’s four week Classy Clown course or Classy Clown “In a Day” on 13 June. But you can still attend if you have not done either class.

The workshop is led by Chris Michael a professional clown, based in Oxford. He has performed over 4000 shows to over half a million people in theatre, cabaret, schools and circus.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

£40.00

Dates & times:

Saturday 04 July 2026 at 10.00am

Running time:

3 hours

Age guidance:

18+

About The Old Fire Station

The Old Fire Station in Oxford is an arts centre with a unique social mission, combining creativity with community impact. Located in the city centre, it hosts a vibrant programme of theatre, exhibitions, music, comedy, and workshops.

It shares its space with the homelessness charity Crisis Skylight Oxford, supporting people experiencing homelessness through training and opportunities in the arts. By bringing artists, audiences, and vulnerable communities together, The Old Fire Station aims to challenge inequality and inspire positive change.

Discover more about The Old Fire Station, including travel, access and venue information.

Botley Farmers’ Market, Oxford
2026-07-04 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.

Museum of Oxford Walks: Beer, Sausages and Marmalade
2026-07-04 11:00 - 12:30 | Museum of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall, St Aldate's, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1BX
Museum of Oxford Walks: Beer, Sausages and Marmalade

About Museum of Oxford Walks: Beer, Sausages and Marmalade

This 90-minute walk led by local historian Liz Woolley will take you on a tantalising tour of the quirky world of food and drink in 19th-century Oxford.

From the ‘Celebrated Oxford Sausage’ to Frank Cooper’s famous ‘Oxford Marmalade’, Liz will expertly guide you through locations associated with Oxford’s unique food and drink heritage.

Find out how Oxford’s eponymous delicacies went hand-in-hand with the city’s growing importance as a desirable tourist destination as you visit sites including Morrell’s Lion Brewery, the 250-year-old Covered Market and some iconic pubs.

You’ll also discover the city’s long history of malting and brewing, and how this important trade contributed to Oxford’s burgeoning industrial economy. Find out how the significant families which controlled these businesses influenced Oxford’s developing economic, social and political life.

Join a Beer, Sausages and Marmalade walking tour to see Oxford through the eyes of an expert and discover the unique food heritage embedded in the heart of Oxford.

As part of the tour, you will see: Frank Cooper’s Marmalade Factory, the old Swan Brewery malthouse, the street that was once described as a ‘dreadful sort of place’ – and more historic Oxford locations.

Accessibility and further information

Meeting point: Museum of Oxford shop (located inside the Oxford Town Hall). Please arrive 5 minutes before the start of the walk and check in at the Museum Shop with our friendly front-of-house team.

The walk lasts 1.5 hours.

The itinerary includes cobbled streets, uneven surfaces, and narrow pavements. One of the stops involves going through Whatsheaf Yard which is very narrow and has an uneven surface. An alternative route to the next stop is available through St Aldate’s. Please email museum@oxford.gov.uk if you would like to discuss any access requirements ahead of booking a walk.

Meet your tour guide: Liz Woolley

Liz Woolley is a local historian specialising in the history of Oxford’s ‘town’ – as opposed to ‘gown’ – and of the everyday lives of ordinary working people, chiefly during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Liz has lived in Oxford for forty years and has an MSc in English Local History from the University’s Department for Continuing Education. She is an experienced tour guide, speaker, tutor, researcher, and writer, who enjoys helping people discover the perhaps less well-known history of Oxford and its citizens.

Access at the Museum

The Museum is accessible for wheelchair users, buggies, and baby carriers. There is step-free, level entry access to the Town Hall via the entrance closest to Carfax (to the left of the main steps as you face the Town Hall). Inside the Museum, Museum Makers is accessible via a platform lift and lift to the basement level. Accessible toilets are available in the Museum (close to Museum Makers) and in the Town Hall on the ground floor, before entering the Museum.

Please contact the Museum team if you’d like to talk to a member of staff about your access requirements. Further access information can be found on the website: https://museumofoxford.org/plan-your-visit/access

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

£15.00

Tickets are available to purchase online or at the Museum shop.

Dates & times:

Saturday 11 April 2026 at 11.00am

Wednesday 20 May 2026 at 2.00pm

Saturday 04 July 2026 at 11.00am

Wednesday 12 August 2026 at 2.00pm

Wednesday 23 September 2026 at 2.00pm

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Age guidance:

16+

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.

Out of the Deep
2026-07-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Parks Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Out of the Deep

About Out of the Deep

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

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

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

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Free event

Dates & times:

Every Saturday at 11.00am, except 27 December 2026

Running time:

2 hours

Age guidance:

Suitable for all ages.

Good to know:

Free event. No booking required.

Accessibility information:

Wheelchair accessible? – Yes

Hearing loops? – No

Seating? – Yes

Refreshments? – No

Flashing lights? – No

Loud noises? – No

Hands-on History! Alice’s Day Edition
2026-07-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Museum of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall, St Aldate's, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1BX
Hands-on History! Alice’s Day Edition

About Hands-on History! Alice’s Day Edition

Come and have a go at handling some of the museum objects at Alice’s Day, special edition of hands-on history drop-in session!

Volunteers will help you to touch, feel and handle objects ranging from teapots to photographs. You’ll also get to learn about the stories behind the objects and how they connect to Alice’s story.

Find the hands-on history station in Gallery One of the Museum of Oxford, 11.00am to 3.00pm.

This is a drop-in session with no need to book. Included with museum entry.

Please note this activity is subject to volunteer availability.

Access

The Museum is accessible for wheelchair users, buggies, and baby carriers. There is step-free, level entry access to the Town Hall via the entrance closest to Carfax (to the left of the main steps as you face the Town Hall). Inside the Museum, Museum Makers is accessible via a platform lift and lift to the basement level. Accessible toilets are available in the Museum (close to Museum Makers) and in the Town Hall on the ground floor, before entering the Museum.

Please contact the Museum team if you’d like to talk to a member of staff about your access requirements. Further access information can be found on the website: https://museumofoxford.org/plan-your-visit/access

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Free event. No booking required.

Dates & times:

Saturday 04 July 2026 at 11.00am

Running time:

4 hours

Good to know:

Please be aware that photographs will be taken at this event for use in marketing. If you (or a member of your group) would prefer not to be photographed, please let a member of staff know during the event.

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.

APAC Presents 'Dancing Through Life'
2026-07-04 18:00 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
APAC Presents ‘Dancing Through Life’

About APAC Presents ‘Dancing Through Life’

Aylesbury Performing Arts Centre present “Dancing through life”

Join this vibrant evening of dance and musical theatre as our performers bring all their hard work to the stage.

APAC Presents ‘Dancing Through Life’

An inspiring show full of energy, creativity, and unforgettable moments showcasing the whole school—don’t miss it!

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £29.64

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee

Dates & times:

Saturday 04 July 2026 at 6.00pm

Running time:

2 hours, including an interval

Location:

Main Auditorium

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

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

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

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

See important information about Getting there and Access here

See other shows at this venue

Saturday Night Comedy at The Glee Club, Oxford
2026-07-04 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

Please see important booking information below/

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

Wolvercote Community Market
2026-07-05 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
2026-07-05 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.

Summertown Farmers Market
2026-07-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Summertown Shopping Parade, Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 7DY
Summertown Farmers Market, Oxford

About the Summertown Farmers Market

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

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

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

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

Delusions and Grandeur
2026-07-05 15:00 | Old Fire Station, Oxford, 40 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AQ
Delusions and Grandeur

About Delusions and Grandeur

Outstanding Theatre Award Winner at Edinburgh Fringe 2025.

Come for the music, stay for the existential crisis as genre-blurring jester and cellist Karen Hall peels back the layers of formality leaving you with only the humanity and insanity of the artist behind the instrument. And yourself.

Featuring Suite Number One in G Major by JS Bach and personal comedic pieces crafted in Idiot classes, Karen fuses in a healthy dose of pathos tackling identity, expectations, and success through the eyes of a fool.

If you’ve ever questioned “what am I doing with my life?” this is the show for you. Karen Hall seems to know exactly what she’s doing with her life. On the surface anyway. Over the next 80 minutes you will watch her strip back, literally and figuratively, the layers of what and why to the how she got here moments.

“She’s casually conversational one moment, teetering on the edge of insanity the next.” (King River Magazine) and as she takes her journey you’ll take yours. What is the ultimate cost of mastery? And do you become what you do?

Also, she plays the cello really well.

What the Critics Say:

“A thought-provoking, inventive and emotional hour of storytelling that is bursting with talent.” ★★★★★

North West End

“Comic timing as impeccable as her playing.” ★★★★

Everything Theatre UK

“Beyond the laughs and beautiful music are ideas and admissions aplenty… A show as special as Delusions and Grandeur will not soon escape the memory.” ★★★★★

The Recs Edinburgh

“Karen Hall is a performer of great warmth and charm, who has mastered the art of captivating an audience.” ★★★★

Wee Review, Edinburgh

“This show is a delightful combination of storytelling, humour and glorious music. Highly recommended.” ★★★★

Sydney Arts Guide

“If you get the chance, don’t just watch Karen Hall—listen to her.” ★★★★

The Alternative Gig Guide (Melbourne)

“Hall finds a highwire on which she balances her act between transcendence and goofiness.”

Stage Raw Los Angeles

“This is clowning with no buffoonery or pratfalls.”

The TVolution (Los Angeles)

“Studies show that people forget up to 80% of what they hear within 24 hours. You will not forget Karen Hall.”

Fringe Review Edinburgh

Reviews

“A thought-provoking, inventive and emotional hour of storytelling that is bursting with talent.” ★★★★★

North West End

“Comic timing as impeccable as her playing.” ★★★★

Everything Theatre UK

“As irreverent as it is poignant.”

Australian Arts Review

WINNER Best Solo Performance Los Angeles Theatre 2025

Stage Raw

WINNER Outstanding Theatre Edinburgh Fringe 2025

Fringe Review

WINNER Best in Music 2025

Adelaide Fringe Judges Weekly Pick

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

£10.00 to £20.00

Dates & times:

Sunday 05 July 2026 at 3.00pm

Running time:

1 hour 20 minutes

Age guidance:

9+

Content guidance:

This show contains brief mentions of mental health.

About The Old Fire Station

The Old Fire Station in Oxford is an arts centre with a unique social mission, combining creativity with community impact. Located in the city centre, it hosts a vibrant programme of theatre, exhibitions, music, comedy, and workshops.

It shares its space with the homelessness charity Crisis Skylight Oxford, supporting people experiencing homelessness through training and opportunities in the arts. By bringing artists, audiences, and vulnerable communities together, The Old Fire Station aims to challenge inequality and inspire positive change.

Discover more about The Old Fire Station, including travel, access and venue information.

Kandeez Dance Presents Chapter 1 'A Dream in Motion'
2026-07-05 17:30 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Kandeez Dance Presents Chapter 1 ‘A Dream in Motion’

About Kandeez Dance Presents Chapter 1 ‘A Dream in Motion’

Kandeez Dance Presents Chapter 1 ‘A Dream in Motion’

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £20.81

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee

Dates & times:

Sunday 05 July 2026 at 5.30pm

Location:

Main Auditorium

Age guidance:

Under 16s must be sat with an adult (18+)

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

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

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

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

See important information about Getting there and Access here

See other shows at this venue

Death Café
2026-07-06 17:00 - 18:30 | Old Fire Station, Oxford, 40 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AQ
Death Café

About Death Café

We all share the knowledge that one day we shall die:

Death Cafes, supported by experienced facilitators, offer a safe place for people of all ages and beliefs (or none) to come together and share open, relaxed conversations around death and dying over tea and cake.

Far from being awkward or morbid, these discussions are informative, open, friendly and supportive. There can even be humour, as people begin to make connections, ask questions and find relief in talking openly with others who share similar thoughts, fears or experiences.

It’s FREE, but please turn up a few minutes early so we can start promptly; these meetings can by their very nature be fairly intimate and we ask you not to arrive late or leave early if you possibly can.

Cafe facilities are closed on Mondays, so you’re welcome to bring your own drinks. Biscuits are provided and a small donation is gratefully accepted.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes

About The Old Fire Station

The Old Fire Station in Oxford is an arts centre with a unique social mission, combining creativity with community impact. Located in the city centre, it hosts a vibrant programme of theatre, exhibitions, music, comedy, and workshops.

It shares its space with the homelessness charity Crisis Skylight Oxford, supporting people experiencing homelessness through training and opportunities in the arts. By bringing artists, audiences, and vulnerable communities together, The Old Fire Station aims to challenge inequality and inspire positive change.

Discover more about The Old Fire Station, including travel, access and venue information.
