What's On in Oxford This Month (30 Days +)

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The Gang of Three Brings Sharp Political Drama to Oxford

The Gang of Three Brings Sharp Political Drama to Oxford

Things to Do, Theatre & Shows
Date: Tue 27 – Sat 31 Oct
Updated 25 September 2026

Discover why Robert Khan and Tom Salinsky’s acclaimed political drama, The Gang of Three, is a must-see event at the Oxford Playhouse this October.

2
Hometown Shoegaze Pioneers Swervedriver Return to Oxford

Hometown Shoegaze Pioneers Swervedriver Return to Oxford

Music & Nightlife
Date: Thu 29 Oct
Updated 23 October 2026

Shoegaze pioneers Swervedriver return to Oxford for an unmissable hometown gig this October. Discover support acts, vibe, and how to plan your gig weekend.

3
Synths and Solidarity: Electronic Against Hate Takes Over The Bullingdon

Synths and Solidarity: Electronic Against Hate Takes Over The Bullingdon

Live Music
Date: Thu 29 Oct
Updated 3 October 2026

Love Music Hate Racism brings Julia-Sophie, Maria Uzor, and Octavia Freud to The Bullingdon. Get the insider preview, lineup highlights, and Cowley Road tips.

4
Bach and Pärt in Europe's Oldest Music Hall: OSJ Ensemble Launches

Bach and Pärt in Europe's Oldest Music Hall: OSJ Ensemble Launches

Music & Nightlife
Date: Thu 29 Oct
Updated 13 October 2026

Catch the Orchestra of St John's Ensemble launch at Holywell Music Room Oxford, featuring Bach, Arvo Pärt, and world-class chamber acoustics.

5
Two-Tone Royalty Takes Over Cowley Road This Autumn

Two-Tone Royalty Takes Over Cowley Road This Autumn

Things to Do, Guides
Date: Thu 29 Oct
Updated 18 October 2026

Catch The Beat, The Selecter and DJ Rhoda Dakar live in Oxford. Get practical gig tips, Cowley Road advice and places to eat and stay.

6
Shy FX | Oxford: A Monster Halloween Jungle Masterclass

Shy FX | Oxford: A Monster Halloween Jungle Masterclass

Music & Nightlife
Date: Fri 30 – Sat 31 Oct
Updated 23 September 2026

Prepare for a high-octane Halloween weekend rave as drum and bass pioneer Shy FX takes over the O2 Academy Oxford. Secure your tickets before they sell out.

7
Steinway Virtuoso Yuko Sano Brings a UK Premiere to Oxford

Steinway Virtuoso Yuko Sano Brings a UK Premiere to Oxford

Music & Nightlife
Date: Sat 31 Oct
Updated 16 October 2026

Catch celebrated Steinway Artist Yuko Sano in Oxford for the International Piano Series, featuring a major UK premiere beside the River Cherwell.

8
Rabidfest 2026: Two Days of Riffs and Pit Mayhem at The Bullingdon

Rabidfest 2026: Two Days of Riffs and Pit Mayhem at The Bullingdon

Music & Nightlife
Date: Sat 31 Oct – Sun 1 Nov
Updated 17 October 2026

Catch Rabidfest 2026 Oxford at The Bullingdon over Halloween weekend. Explore bands, set times, Cowley Road food and festival tips.

9
Twin Harmonies and Big Anthems: The Proclaimers Take Oxford

Twin Harmonies and Big Anthems: The Proclaimers Take Oxford

Music & Nightlife
Date: Sun 1 Nov
Updated 10 October 2026

Catch The Proclaimers live at New Theatre Oxford. Discover show highlights, practical gig tips, and the best places to eat and stay nearby.

10
The Oxford Triennial Greek Play Returns with Iphigenia at Aulis

The Oxford Triennial Greek Play Returns with Iphigenia at Aulis

Theatre, Arts & Culture
Date: Wed 4 – Sat 7 Nov
Updated 3 October 2026

The Oxford triennial Greek Play returns to the Oxford Playhouse this November with Euripides' Iphigenia at Aulis. Read our essential event planning guide.

11
Tchaikovsky's Fifth Symphony Resounds in Wren's Sheldonian

Tchaikovsky's Fifth Symphony Resounds in Wren's Sheldonian

Live Music, Culture
Date: Thu 5 Nov
Updated 14 October 2026

Experience Tchaikovsky's dramatic Fifth Symphony performed by the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra inside the historic Sheldonian Theatre.

12
King No-One Oxford: Indie Swagger Takes Over The Jericho Tavern

King No-One Oxford: Indie Swagger Takes Over The Jericho Tavern

Music & Nightlife
Date: Fri 6 Nov
Updated 23 September 2026

Experience explosive live indie rock as King No-One hits Oxford's historic Jericho Tavern. Expect heavy basslines, sweaty crowds and an unforgettable gig night.

13
Folk-Punk Fury: The Men They Couldn't Hang Hit Cowley Road

Folk-Punk Fury: The Men They Couldn't Hang Hit Cowley Road

Live Music
Date: Fri 6 Nov
Updated 23 September 2026

Prepare for a high-octane night on Cowley Road as legendary folk-punk veterans The Men They Couldn't Hang bring their blistering live show to Oxford.

14
Prohibition Jazz and Craft Beer: The Swing Pit Hits Tap Social

Prohibition Jazz and Craft Beer: The Swing Pit Hits Tap Social

Music & Nightlife
Date: Fri 6 Nov
Updated 23 September 2026

Live jazz, vintage aesthetics, and craft beer collide at Tap Social Movement. Discover why The Swing Pit is Oxford's most electric grassroots night out.

15
Pure Pop Harmony: The Feeling Play O2 Academy Oxford

Pure Pop Harmony: The Feeling Play O2 Academy Oxford

Music & Nightlife
Date: Fri 6 Nov
Updated 25 October 2026

Catch Ivor Novello winners The Feeling live on Cowley Road. Read our insider guide to setlists, tickets, pre-gig drinks, and Oxford weekend plans.

16
Jeneba Kanneh-Mason Brings Gershwin to Dorchester Abbey

Jeneba Kanneh-Mason Brings Gershwin to Dorchester Abbey

Music & Nightlife
Date: Sat 7 Nov
Updated 20 October 2026

Catch piano virtuoso Jeneba Kanneh-Mason performing Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue with the Orchestra of St John's at Dorchester Abbey near Oxford.

17
Boogie-Woogie Brilliance: Jools Holland Brings the Big Band to Oxford

Boogie-Woogie Brilliance: Jools Holland Brings the Big Band to Oxford

Things to Do, Guides
Date: Sun 8 Nov
Updated 23 September 2026

Secure your tickets for a high-energy night of boogie-woogie and brass as Jools Holland & his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra return to New Theatre Oxford.

18
Martinů Quartet and Gemma Rosefield Bring Schubert to Oxford

Martinů Quartet and Gemma Rosefield Bring Schubert to Oxford

Music & Nightlife
Date: Sun 8 Nov
Updated 23 October 2026

Czech chamber titans the Martinů Quartet join British cellist Gemma Rosefield at Oxford's Holywell Music Room for Schubert's sublime String Quintet.

19
Grime Pioneer Dizzee Rascal Hits O2 Academy Oxford

Grime Pioneer Dizzee Rascal Hits O2 Academy Oxford

Music & Nightlife
Date: Mon 9 Nov
Updated 23 September 2026

Grime pioneer Dizzee Rascal brings his unparalleled catalogue of heavy-hitting UK anthems to Oxford's O2 Academy this November.

20
Stewart Lee Vs The Man-Wulf: Three Nights of Satire in Oxford

Stewart Lee Vs The Man-Wulf: Three Nights of Satire in Oxford

Live Events, Comedy
Date: Mon 9 – Wed 11 Nov
Updated 6 October 2026

Stewart Lee brings his highly anticipated new show, Stewart Lee Vs The Man-Wulf, to the Oxford Playhouse. Discover what to expect and how to plan your visit.

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