Big Easter Bunny Hunt
Join the Big Easter Bunny Hunt around the ornamental gardens at Waterperry Gardens.
£12.95
Family-friendly events
From live entertainment, including music, sports, and theatre shows, to exhibitions, activities, markets and more, browse a growing list of family-friendly events taking place in Oxford and across Oxfordshire for great ideas to help you plan the perfect day out with the kids.
9 events found.
Events
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Waterperry Gardens Waterperry Gardens, Wheatley, Oxfordshire
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Family Cushion Concerts
JdP Music Building St Hilda's College, Cowley Place, OxfordThe JdP’s monthly Cushion Concerts bring fun, interactive family music-making to life, led by soprano Becca Marriott. Children can explore instruments and musical styles in relaxed, engaging sessions—just bring a cushion, your singing voice, and plenty of enthusiasm!
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Japfest 2026
Silverstone Circuit, Northampton Silverstone Circuit, Towcester, Northamptonshire, United KingdomJapfest returns to Silverstone this spring with drifting displays, thousands of cars and family attractions for its 10th anniversary event.
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Family Cushion Concerts
JdP Music Building St Hilda's College, Cowley Place, OxfordThe JdP’s monthly Cushion Concerts bring fun, interactive family music-making to life, led by soprano Becca Marriott. Children can explore instruments and musical styles in relaxed, engaging sessions—just bring a cushion, your singing voice, and plenty of enthusiasm!
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Family Cushion Concerts
JdP Music Building St Hilda's College, Cowley Place, OxfordThe JdP’s monthly Cushion Concerts bring fun, interactive family music-making to life, led by soprano Becca Marriott. Children can explore instruments and musical styles in relaxed, engaging sessions—just bring a cushion, your singing voice, and plenty of enthusiasm!
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Alice’s Day 2026
Oxford City Centre Oxford City Centre, Oxford, OxfordshireAlice’s Day is the annual city-wide celebration of all things Alice in Wonderland on the first Saturday in July
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St Giles’ Fair 2026
FeaturedSt Giles’, Oxford St Giles’, Oxford, OxfordshireSt Giles’ Fair will take place on the Monday and Tuesday following the first Sunday after St Giles’ Day (01 September).
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Oxford City Remembrance Sunday 2026 Service & Parade
FeaturedSt Giles’, Oxford St Giles’, Oxford, OxfordshireThe Lord Mayor of Oxford, in partnership with the Oxford City branch of the Royal British Legion will host this year’s Remembrance Sunday Service at the War Memorial in St Giles’ on Sunday, 08 November 2026.
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Annie
FeaturedNew Theatre Oxford 24-26 George Street, Oxford, OxfordshireThe smash-hit production of ANNIE comes to Oxford direct from London’s West End. This ‘glorious revival’ (The Times) stars Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan!
From £13.00
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Japfest 2026
Japfest returns to Silverstone this spring with drifting displays, thousands of cars and family attractions for its 10th anniversary event.
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Westgate Oxford launches free Easter family events with character visits
Westgate Oxford is offering free Easter meet-and-greets, craft sessions and themed family trails with popular children’s characters this holiday season.
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Graven Hill launches free Easter egg hunt for families during the holidays
Graven Hill is offering a free Easter egg hunt with woodland clues, hidden eggs and prizes for children during the school holidays.
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Bike Oxford 2026 draws strong charity support with more than 700 cyclists expected
More than 700 cyclists and fifteen Oxfordshire charities are expected at Bike Oxford 2026, where riders will raise funds for local causes through supported cycling routes and a Cyclability event designed to widen participation in community cycling.
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We’re Going on a Bear Hunt sensory trail arrives at Cliveden this spring
Families visiting Cliveden this spring can follow a new We’re Going on a Bear Hunt sensory trail featuring interactive story scenes and augmented reality activities.
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The Ultimate Activity Company relocates headquarters to Wootton Science Park
The Ultimate Activity Company has moved its headquarters to Wootton Science Park near Oxford, taking 2,200 sq ft of office space in the Frontier building.
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Katherine Jenkins celebrates 25 years in music with Oxford date on 2026 UK anniversary tour
Katherine Jenkins will perform at Oxford’s New Theatre in October 2026 as part of her 25th anniversary UK and Ireland tour, celebrating a milestone career with a run of 18 special shows featuring her greatest hits.
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The Princess and The Pea
Let’s All Dance Ballet Company presents The Princess and the Pea, a charming fairytale ballet filled with beautiful costumes, clear storytelling and fantastic dancing, sharing a heart-warming message about kindness, courage and never judging by appearances.
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Didcot Railway Centre February Half-Term 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.
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The Brand New Heavies bring 35th anniversary UK tour to Oxford with special guests Galliano
The Brand New Heavies are bringing their 35th anniversary UK tour to Oxford’s New Theatre this March, with special guests Galliano. The show will celebrate the band’s Acid Jazz legacy and catalogue of classic hits.
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Holly Humberstone to bring intimate Oxford show on Cruel World record store tour
Holly Humberstone is bringing her Cruel World record store tour to Oxford this March, with an intimate show at O2 Academy ahead of the album’s release.
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Jools Holland brings Rhythm & Blues Orchestra tour to Oxford with Special Guest Roachford
Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra are set to return to Oxford this November, bringing their acclaimed live show to the New Theatre as part of a major UK tour featuring special guest Roachford.
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Family Cushion Concerts
The JdP’s monthly Cushion Concerts bring fun, interactive family music-making to life, led by soprano Becca Marriott. Children can explore instruments and musical styles in relaxed, engaging sessions—just bring a cushion, your singing voice, and plenty of enthusiasm!
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The Littlest Yak
Join Gertie the Littlest Yak on a musical journey filled with puppetry, catchy songs and a warm message of self-acceptance. This dazzling stage adaptation promises fun for all ages, plus free Stay and Play sessions with crafts, creativity and imaginative exploration.
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Comedy Club 4 Kids
Comedy Club 4 Kids delivers daytime stand-up from top UK and international comedians, specially tailored for families. It’s all the fun, energy and audience interaction of a real comedy club – just without the rude bits.
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Alice’s Day 2026
Alice’s Day is the annual city-wide celebration of all things Alice in Wonderland on the first Saturday in July
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Jack and the Beanstalk
Henley Children’s Theatre returns with its 55th pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, as Jack climbs into a world of giants, magic and mayhem. With young performers, modern twists and classic panto humour, it’s festive family entertainment at its best.
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Family Dance Party
Dancin’ Oxford, Body Politic and The North Wall present a festive Family Dance Party in Kidlington, offering a lively daytime disco packed with bubbles, balloons, dance games, sensory play and party classics for children and their grown-ups.
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St Giles’ Fair 2026
St Giles’ Fair will take place on the Monday and Tuesday following the first Sunday after St Giles’ Day (01 September).
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The Ultimate Bubble Show
Join Ray in The Ultimate Bubble Show as he uses various gases to create incredible bubble sculptures, effects, and magical displays.
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Festive family fun comes to Westgate Oxford this December
Westgate Oxford is hosting free festive character meet-and-greets, live choirs, and a Wonderland-themed trail this December. Families can meet favourites like Pingu and The Grinch, enjoy Christmas shopping, and explore seasonal menus and rooftop igloos.
