Hello and welcome to your invaluable guide to what’s on in Oxford and across Oxfordshire this November.
It’s easy to forget that there’s usually plenty to do in Oxford and across Oxfordshire in November – right after the October Half-term and leading up to when the Christmas festive season kicks off in earnest.
From bonfires and fireworks events to Christmas light switch-on events across our towns and villages, this is also the month when Christmas markets and the most British of all traditions – pantomimes – kick off.
We’re sure you know by now that this is a curated list of the things to do in Oxford and across Oxfordshire this Month. You’ll find more events in Oxford and across Oxfordshire in the “What’s on section” of the website.
There’s also a limited number of unmissable events beyond the county that would make for a great day out.
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A household event in Oxford’s South Park, the Oxford Round Table Charity Bonfire and Fireworks Display is widely considered to be Oxfordshire’s largest firework display for charity. Expect a traditional spectacular fireworks display, an enormous bonfire, Hebborn’s Funfair, and a fully licenced bar.
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Now in its seventh year at Abingdon Airfield, Illusion Fireworks returns with the Abingdon Bonfire & Fireworks. Expect a massive bonfire, fiery fireballs, a huge fairground, entertainers & fire breathers, a children’s firework display, a high-powered light show, and the UK’s biggest firework display to music!
The festival has been taking place since 2009. It’s evolved over the years from a single evening’s event in the city centre to a full three day weekend that includes light and sound installations, a festive market, music, dance and lots of free activities in venues across the city, and more recently to light trails and events in residential areas of the city.
Discover more: Community Events
This significant new survey exhibition of Swedish artist, activist, writer and eco-feminist Monica Sjöö (1938-2005) at Modern Art Oxford emphasises Sjöö’s advocacy for gender justice, eco-feminism, matriarchy and social equities – made visible in her artistic practice and activist commitment alike. The exhibition is curated in partnership with Moderna Museet, Stockholm, where it will be presented from 13 May – 18 October 2023.
Discover more: Modern Art Oxford