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

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Two Generations, One Stage: Driftwork's Big Dreams at Pegasus

Two Generations, One Stage: Driftwork's Big Dreams at Pegasus

Things to Do, Theatre & Arts
Updated 26 August 2026

Discover Big Dreams at Pegasus Theatre. Driftwork Theatre Company brings an intimate, thought-provoking new play to East Oxford. Book your £12 tickets now.

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Seven Acoustic Acts and an Outdoor Bar: The Bear Inn Cider Festival Oxford

Seven Acoustic Acts and an Outdoor Bar: The Bear Inn Cider Festival Oxford

Music & Nightlife
Updated 27 August 2026

Get the insider preview of The Bear Inn Cider Festival Oxford. Four days of live acoustic music, an outdoor Lilley's bar, and a huge bank holiday courtyard party.

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Foodies Festival Oxford: What to Know Before You Go

Foodies Festival Oxford: What to Know Before You Go

Food & Drink
Updated 14 August 2026

Plan your day at the Foodies Festival Oxford. Discover top tips for the Chefs Theatre, street food, live music, family fun, and essential things to pack.

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Soaring Vocals and Showtunes: Michael Ball's Glow Tour in Oxford

Soaring Vocals and Showtunes: Michael Ball's Glow Tour in Oxford

Things to Do, Guides
Updated 14 August 2026

Experience the magic of British musical theatre royalty as Michael Ball brings his spectacular Glow UK Tour to the New Theatre Oxford this August.

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Singalongs and Silly Songs at Nick Cope's Family Show in Oxford

Singalongs and Silly Songs at Nick Cope's Family Show in Oxford

Things to Do, Guides
Updated 15 August 2026

Looking for late-summer family plans? Discover what to expect from Nick Cope's Family Show in Oxford, plus local tips on where to eat and explore nearby.

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Unfiltered Comedy: Ruby Wax's Absolutely Famous in Oxford

Unfiltered Comedy: Ruby Wax's Absolutely Famous in Oxford

Things to Do, Guides
Updated 16 August 2026

Previewing Ruby Wax's 'Absolutely Famous' at the Oxford Playhouse. Discover what to expect, ticket tips, and the best nearby spots for a pre-theatre meal.

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The Archers Live: 75 Years of Ambridge Comes to Oxford

The Archers Live: 75 Years of Ambridge Comes to Oxford

Things To Do, Theatre
Updated 24 August 2026

Step into Ambridge as The Archers: Live At 75 brings the beloved BBC Radio 4 soap to the stage at New Theatre Oxford for a rare anniversary celebration.

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Investigating the Strange: Jon Ronson's Enter The Castle in Oxford

Investigating the Strange: Jon Ronson's Enter The Castle in Oxford

Things to Do, Guides
Updated 27 August 2026

Discover what to expect when acclaimed journalist Jon Ronson brings his insightful live show, Enter The Castle, to the New Theatre Oxford this September.

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400 Years of Thrills: Inside Oxford's St Giles' Fair 2026

400 Years of Thrills: Inside Oxford's St Giles' Fair 2026

Things to Do, Guides
Updated 14 August 2026

Experience towering rides and neon lights at St Giles' Fair 2026 in Oxford. Discover what to expect, road closure tips and nearby places to explore.

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Bowie's Architect: Tony Visconti Brings Rock Royalty to Oxford

Bowie's Architect: Tony Visconti Brings Rock Royalty to Oxford

Live Music, Things to Do
Updated 17 August 2026

Catch legendary producer Tony Visconti, Woody Woodmansey, and Glenn Gregory live in Oxford for an unforgettable night of Bowie and art-rock anthems.

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A Place to Bury Strangers Oxford: Noise-Rock Hits Cowley Road

A Place to Bury Strangers Oxford: Noise-Rock Hits Cowley Road

Music & Nightlife
Updated 29 August 2026

New York's loudest band brings their legendary shoegaze chaos to Oxford. Expect relentless strobe lights, massive volume, and an unforgettable live show.

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Jon Anderson Returns: Prog Rock Royalty Takes Over Oxford

Jon Anderson Returns: Prog Rock Royalty Takes Over Oxford

Music & Nightlife
Updated 15 August 2026

Former Yes frontman Jon Anderson brings his legendary progressive rock vocals to Oxford this autumn. Discover gig highlights, ticket tips, and nearby hangouts.

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Phil Collins by Candlelight: Genesis Hits at Oxford Town Hall

Phil Collins by Candlelight: Genesis Hits at Oxford Town Hall

Music & Nightlife
Updated 18 August 2026

Experience the massive synth-pop hits of Phil Collins and Genesis stripped back and bathed in candlelight at the historic Oxford Town Hall this September.

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Step Inside Shakespeare's Secret Tavern at Open Doors 2026

Step Inside Shakespeare's Secret Tavern at Open Doors 2026

History & Heritage
Updated 14 August 2026

Discover Oxford's hidden Painted Room, a 16th-century tavern frequented by Shakespeare, granting rare public access during the Oxford Open Doors 2026.

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Antarctic Monkeys Bring Mid-2000s Indie Sleaze to Cowley Road

Antarctic Monkeys Bring Mid-2000s Indie Sleaze to Cowley Road

Music & Nightlife
Updated 19 August 2026

Relive the raw energy of mid-2000s indie rock as the Antarctic Monkeys hit the O2 Academy Oxford. Here is your inside guide to the gig, crowd and setlist.

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Absurdist Comedy Chaos: Sam Campbell Comes to Oxford

Absurdist Comedy Chaos: Sam Campbell Comes to Oxford

Things to Do, Guides
Updated 23 August 2026

Get ready for a night of unpredictable laughs as Edinburgh Comedy Award winner Sam Campbell brings his brilliant, chaotic stand-up tour to Oxford.

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Historic Oxford Hosts the 2026 Transform Trauma Summit

Historic Oxford Hosts the 2026 Transform Trauma Summit

Events
Updated 14 August 2026

Join mental health professionals and researchers at the Transform Trauma Oxford 2026 summit for groundbreaking insights, workshops, and networking.

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Wille and the Bandits Bring Heavy Roots-Rock to Cowley Road

Wille and the Bandits Bring Heavy Roots-Rock to Cowley Road

Live Music
Updated 14 August 2026

Wille and the Bandits are bringing their massive, genre-defying roots-rock to Oxford's Cowley Road. Secure your spot in the sweatbox.

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Fin Taylor's Pre-Emptive Comeback Hits Oxford's Biggest Stage

Fin Taylor's Pre-Emptive Comeback Hits Oxford's Biggest Stage

Live Comedy, Guides
Updated 28 August 2026

Catch viral sensation Fin Taylor's Pre-Emptive Comeback Special at the New Theatre Oxford this September. Get tickets, dates, and local weekend planning tips.

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Maximum Volume: Morag Tong Bring Heavy Sludge to Jericho

Maximum Volume: Morag Tong Bring Heavy Sludge to Jericho

Music & Nightlife
Updated 14 August 2026

Oxford's heavy underground awakens as sludge-doom titans Morag Tong, Indica Blues, and Dead Lettuce take over The Jericho Tavern. Here is your local gig guide.

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