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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.

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  • Witney Feast, The Leys, Witney, Oxfordshire

    Wallingford Michaelmas Fair 2026

    Kinecroft, Wallingford Kinecroft, Wallingford, Oxfordshire

    The traditional Wallingford Michaelmas Fair returns to the town this September, bringing fairground rides, attractions and plenty of family entertainment to the Kinecroft.

    Free

  • Abingdon Michaelmas Fair & Abingdon Runaway Fair

    Abingdon Michaelmas Fair 2026

    Abingdon Town Centre Abingdon Town Centre, Abingdon-on-Thames

    Abingdon Michaelmas Fair takes place annually on the Monday and Tuesday falling first before the 11 October. It’s the longest street fair in Europe, running from Market Place, through the High Street, The Square and the entire length of Ock Street.

  • Witney Feast, The Leys, Witney, Oxfordshire

    Woodstock Street Fair 2026

    Market Place, Woodstock Market Place, Woodstock, Oxfordshire

    The traditional Woodstock Street Fair returns to the heart of the town this October, bringing fairground rides, attractions and the lively atmosphere of one of Oxfordshire’s best-known annual fairs.

    Free
  • Abingdon Michaelmas Fair & Abingdon Runaway Fair

    Abingdon Runaway Fair 2026

    Abingdon Town Centre Abingdon Town Centre, Abingdon-on-Thames

    The Abingdon Runaway Fair is a smaller funfair that takes place on the Monday, one week after the Abingdon Michaelmas Fair in October.

  • Banbury Michaelmas Fair

    Banbury Michaelmas Fair 2026

    Banbury Market Place Banbury Market Place, Banbury, Oxfordshire

    The Banbury Michaelmas fair has been a fixture of the life of the town for hundreds of years. The fair opens from 3.00pm to 11.00pm on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, and from noon to 9.00pm on the Sunday

  • Halloween at Blenheim Palace

    Halloween at Blenheim Palace

    Blenheim Palace, Woodstock Blenheim Park, Woodstock, Oxfordshire

    As Halloween creeps closer and the days shorten, a mysterious mist falls across the gardens at Blenheim Palace. Join with family and friends to wander from dusk into darkness between one ghostly space to another.

    £13.50 – £62.00
  • Haunted Half Term at Blenheim Palace

    Haunted Half Term at Blenheim Palace

    Blenheim Palace, Woodstock Blenheim Park, Woodstock, Oxfordshire

    Enjoy a Haunted Half Term at Blenheim Palace with creepy creatures, circus workshops, witchy storytelling, wizard walkabouts and more.

    £41.00

  • Oxford Round Table Charity Fireworks Display / Things to do in and around Oxford this weekend

    Oxford Round Table Charity Fireworks Display 2026

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    South Park, Oxford Headington Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire

    Oxford Round Table’s Annual Charity Fireworks will return to Oxford’s South Park. It’s one of Oxfordshire’s biggest firework display and it’s all for charity.

  • Oxford city’s Remembrance Sunday Service in Oxford / Things to do in and around Oxford this weekend

    Oxford City Remembrance Sunday 2026 Service & Parade

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    St Giles’, Oxford St Giles’, Oxford, Oxfordshire

    The 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.

    Free

  • Annie Musical at New Theatre Oxford / What’s on in Oxford and across Oxfordshire this April

    Annie

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    New Theatre Oxford 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire

    The 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
  • The Ultimate Activity Company relocates headquarters to Wootton Science Park

    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.

  • Katherine Jenkins celebrates 25 years in music with Oxford date on 2026 UK anniversary tour

    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.

  • The Princess and The Pea

    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.

  • Didcot Railway Centre February Half-Term Steam Days

    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.

  • The Brand New Heavies bring 35th anniversary UK tour to Oxford with special guests Galliano

    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.

  • Holly Humberstone to bring intimate Oxford show on Cruel World record store tour

    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.

  • Jools Holland brings Rhythm & Blues Orchestra tour to Oxford with Special Guest Roachford

    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.

  • Rapunzel

    Rapunzel

    This bold and funny stage adaptation of Bethan Woollvin’s Rapunzel reimagines the classic tale with music, magic and mischievous fun. As Rapunzel takes charge of her own destiny, audiences are treated to a fresh, empowering adventure with plenty of laughs.

  • Family Cushion Concerts

    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!

  • Tidy

    Tidy

    Based on Emily Gravett’s beloved book Tidy, this gentle, playful show follows Pete the badger as his love of neatness goes too far. Featuring beautiful puppets, original music and humour, it explores nature, balance and the joy of a little wild chaos.

  • The Littlest Yak

    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.

  • Comedy Club 4 Kids

    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.

  • Alice’s Day 2026

    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

  • Jack and the Beanstalk

    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.

  • Family Dance Party

    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.

  • St Giles’ Fair 2026

    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).