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Horrible Histories Terrible Thames
3rd April-3rd September 2025
Venue: Tower Bridge Quay, London
Website: www.birminghamstage.com/shows
There are incredible stories, glorious views, exciting sea shanties and even the chance to sing yourself. Whether you love Horrible Histories or just want a sightseeing tour of the Thames, this is the...
NW Inventors: Weekly Sessions
23rd April-13th July 2025
Venue: Cutteslowe Community Centre
Website: www.thenorthwall.com
Join the NW Inventors youth theatre to make new friends, build confidence and develop skills in drama. Spend the spring term devising a show and the summer term rehearsing for a Summer Showcase at The...
The Oxford Shakespeare Festival
23rd June-16th August 2025
Venue: Oxford Castle and Prison
Website: www.oxfordcastleandprison.co.uk
The Oxford Shakespeare Festival is back for its 15th year with three outstanding productions, live in the Castleyard throughout the summer. Concession prices are available for children under 15, students...
Better Holiday Activities
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Various locations in Oxfordshire
Website: www.better.org.uk
Better offer a range of term-time holiday activities for kids that help them learn about fitness and develop key skills while having fun at the same time. From tots to teens, find activities to keep your...
Birthday Parties at Milletts Falconry Centre
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Milletts Falconry Centre
Website: www.milletswildside.co.uk/hire-us/birthday-parties
A birthday party at Millets Farm Falconry Centre is a great way to celebrate! From time spent with the birds of prey,to Meerkats or reptiles, they have the experience and the ability to offer a tailor-made...
Blockbuster summer at The Light
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Spiceball Park Road
Website: www.banbury.thelight.co.uk
From zombie apocalypses, rampaging dinosaurs and super-hero blockbusters to feel-good family films, this summer’s lineup has something for everyone. Tickets are on sale now, so don’t miss your chance...
Creation Theatre Drama Club
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Wolvercote and Headlington
Website: www.creationtheatre.co.uk
Creation Theatre introduce children to Shakespeare, classic stories, characters and texts in an imaginative and unique way. As well as developing their performance skills and confidence they seek to inspire...
Crocodiles of the World
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Burford Road, Brize Norton
Website: www.crocodilesoftheworld.co.uk
Crocodiles of the World, just off the A40 between Witney and Burford, has just got even wilder! Not only can you come face-to-face with over 100 crocodiles, but now you can also enjoy a wild golfing adventure...
Family Days
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Science Oxford Centre
Website: www.scienceoxford.com
Visit the Science Oxford Centre, open every Saturday for a unique family experience. Explore, discover and play in the Exploration Zone, where children and grown-ups alike have fun experimenting with interactive...
Go-Kart Party Oxfordshire
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Various venues
Website: www.gokart-party.co.uk
Electric Go-Karts - completely safe for children aged 4-11 with a party programme for each age group and 30 indoor venues across Oxfordshire. Equally suitable for boys and girls in a safe and secure environment...
Kumon Free Assessment
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Various venues
Website: www.kumon.co.uk
Kumon does not follow any curriculum and work is set regardless of age, enabling children to revisit topics or advance far beyond school material without restriction. After an initial assessment, your...
Oxford Opera Youth Company
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Old Fire Station
Website: www.oxfordopera.uk
Join Oxford Opera every Saturday during term time for the Oxford Opera Youth Company. Led by an expert team of facilitators the weekly sessions look at the wide range of skills that go into making opera...
Pip and Posy Adventure Play
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Blenheim Palace
Website: www.blenheimpalace.com
Join Pip and Posy as they search for the end of the rainbow. Let your kids' imaginations run wild. So much more than a trail, follow the 3D characters and find a whole host of new treasures. There are...
Sparks Film School
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Sparks Film Media Arts Oxford
Website: www.sparksarts.co.uk
Sparks Film School is a youth film school for ages 5-18, with activities for young filmmakers based in Oxford. They welcome young filmmakers from all over Oxfordshire to supercharge their skills and realise...
STEM Clubs
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Science Oxford Centre
Website: www.scienceoxford.com
Science Oxford Centre run regular STEM Clubs on Saturdays at the Science Oxford Centre for young people aged 5-14. The monthly clubs include Science Club for ages 5-9 (also in Abingdon), Nature Club for...
Summer at Cogges Manor Farm
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Cogges Manor Farm
Website: www.cogges.org.uk
The trail through the meadows will be back, borrow an explorer pack from the Welcome Desk and become a nature detective, build a den, enjoy the brand-new hunt around the Manor House - the theme for this...
Summer Splash at the Science Oxford Centre
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Science Oxford Centre
Website: www.scienceoxford.com
Visit the Science Oxford Centre for a fun-packed family day, open every Saturday. Experiment with hands-on activities in the Exploration Zone, explore the nature trails, and make a splash at the outdoor...
TCC2 Thame Children's Choir
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: John Hampden School
Website: www.tcc2.org.uk
A choir for any child from Thame and the surrounding area who loves to sing. It provides a unique opportunity for children not only to sing together but also to challenge their minds and their voices,...
The Manor Prep School
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Faringdon Road, Abingdon
Website: www.manorprep.org
The Manor Prep School in Abingdon is an outstanding independent co-educational day school that welcomes boys and girls aged 2-11. The Manor offers a happy and varied learning experience in a down-to-earth...
The Oxford Boat Adventurers
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Queenford Farm
Website: www.theoxfordboatadventure.co.uk
The ‘Adventurers’ are children from school years 3-8 (age 7-13) . The experienced and energetic team lead groups of children in a range of adventurous activities.Each adventure will vary depending...
The Story Garden Summer Reading Challenge
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Nationwide
Website: https://summerreadingchallenge.org.uk
Throughout the summer, children joining ‘Story Garden’ can discover new books, participate in free activities at their local library, and explore the link between reading and the great outdoors, where...
Transport Explorers: A Live Show
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: London Transport Museum
Website: www.ltmuseum.co.uk
Packed with comedy, science demos, and audience interaction, this 60-minute show takes kidson a journey through amazing moments in London’s transport history, from world-changing innovation in the 1800s...
Wild Goose Theatre Presents: Much Ado About Nothing
7th July-2nd August 2025
Venue: Oxford Castle and Prison
Website: www.oxfordcastleandprison.co.uk
While young lovers Claudio and Hero have their forthcoming nuptials threatened by the resentful scheming of a Prince, marriage seems even further away for reluctant lovers Beatrice and Benedick in this...
Giffords Circus 2025 - Laguna Bay
10th-14th July 2025
Venue: Giffords Circus
Website: www.stonor.com/events/giffords-circus-2025
Giffords Circus is back at Stonor Park in July with its brand new show Laguna Bay directed by Cal McCrystal. The circus, described as a national treasure in the UK, is renowned for producing a show worthy...
RARE Productions: Peter Pan
10th-12th July 2025
Venue: The Kenton
Website: www.thekenton.org.uk/events
Join Peter, Wendy, John, and Michael as they journey to Neverland, where they encounter the mischievous Lost Boys, the fearsome Captain Hook, and the mischievous fairy, Tinker Bell. Packed with thrilling...
Dogfest
12th-13th July 2025
Venue: Blenheim Palace
Website: www.blenheimpalace.com
Celebrate your four-legged friends with a day of canine fun, including expert talks, exciting shows, have-a-go activities and much more.Whether you have a furry friend or not, you’ll love the festival...
Family Art Play: Outer Space
12th July 2025
Venue: The Beacon Wantage
Website: www.beaconwantage.co.uk
Join local in-house artist Eden for an hour of creativity, where everyone gets to join in and make art in their own way. Each session will have a themed activity, with lots of art materials for you to...
Summer Orienteering Trail – Alice in Wonderland
12th July 2025
Venue: Waterperry Gardens
Website: www.waterperrygardens.co.uk
Follow the clues and compass directions to find the nine hidden Alice in Wonderland characters who are ready to be discovered by intrepid young adventurers throughout the gardens. They’re sure to get...
Fools Delight: GOLDEN
17th-27th July 2025
Venue: Ham Court, Brampton
Website: www.foolsdelight.co.uk
Blending breathtaking circus performance with live music, character theatre, and a three-course feast. The day show is a two-part, family-friendly circus show whilst the evening show is an 18+ version...
Fantasy Forest Festival 2025
18th-20th July 2025
Venue: Sudeley Castle and Gardens
Website: www.sudeleycastle.co.uk
Welcome to a weekend of enchanted, family-friendly fantasy! Whether you’re into sci-fi, films and books, art, comics, Cosplay, Steampunk, Marvel super heroes, take a moment to pause your everyday for...
Maize Maze
18th July-2nd September 2025
Venue: Millets Farm Centre
Website: www.milletsfarmcentre.com
A puzzling fun park with lots of games to play within 2 maize mazes, 3 woodlands and a fort maze... plus go-karts, family games and lots more to explore! Open daily 9.30am–5.30pm with last entry into...
The Eras Experience: Taylor Swift Tribute
18th July 2025
Venue: The Kenton
Website: www.thekenton.org.uk
Step into the world of Taylor Swift in this electrifying show featuring the incredible: Xenna. A celebration of the iconic pop sensation’s music, style, and unrivalled stage presence. Xenna embodies...
Alice Through The Looking Glass
19th July 2025
Venue: Waterperry Gardens
Website: www.waterperrygardens.co.uk
Quantum Theatre presents a brand new adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s timeless classic. With live music and the full array of Carroll’s fantastical characters, this lively new version follows Alice’s...
Dinosaurium: Reimagined Creatures
19th July-11th January 2026
Venue: Banbury Museum
Website: www.banburymuseum.org
This interactive, family-friendly experience explores how dinosaurs have been discovered, interpreted, and depicted—from early fossil finds and mythical dragons to blockbuster films and cutting-edge...
Festival of Archaeology
19th July 2025
Venue: Ashmolean Museum Oxford
Website: www.ashmolean.org
This summer's Festival of Archaeology at the Ashmolean explores being Really Roman, and celebrates the opening of the redisplayed Rome Galleries. It's a free event for all the family and you're invited...
OPA Play and Activity Day: Blackbird Leys
19th July 2025
Venue: Frys Hill Park, Blackbird / Greater Leys
Website: www.scienceoxford.com/whats-on/play-and-activity-day-bbleys
Science Oxford are taking pop-up science fun out on the road this summer to Oxfordshire Play Association. Go along and say hello and try hands-on activities at the Science Oxford stall. Free entrance and...
Treasure Island
20th July 2025
Venue: Waterperry Gardens
Website: www.waterperrygardens.co.uk
Featuring a dynamic cast of larger-than-life characters, this production combines heart-pounding drama, humour and spectacle, promising a treasure trove of unforgettable moments for the entire family....
Holiday Clubs of Oxfordshire
21st July-29th August 2025
Venue: Oxford University Sport
Website: www.holidayclubsofoxfordshire.co.uk
Holiday Clubs of Oxfordshire provide amazing activity camps for children throughout Oxfordshire. On week 4 of their summer 2025 camp they will be joined by Go-Kart Party each day for a Go-Kart session....
Ultimate Activity Camps
21st July-22nd August 2025
Venue: Various locations
Website: www.ultimateactivity.co.uk
Ultimate Activity Camps provide outstanding Ofsted regulated childcare for 4-14 year olds during the school holidays with over 40 activities every week at over 40 locations! They have many years of experience...
Crafting Tuesdays
22nd July 2025
Venue: Upton House and Gardens
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Engage your children's creativity with a range of fun, tactile arts and crafts activities inspired by the summer of stars theme. All materials are provided. £2 per child. Suitable for ages 3+. Crafting...
Falconry Experiences
22nd July-29th August 2025
Venue: Sudeley Castle and Gardens
Website: www.sudeleycastle.co.uk
On select dates throughout July and August, Walks with Hawks return to Sudeley Castle to share the thrill of seeing an exceptional variety of birds of prey. From eagles to owls, this falconry display at...
Brick Madness
23rd July-28th August 2025
Venue: Banbury Museum
Website: www.banburymuseum.org
Banbury Museum throw together their WHOLE Lego collection for a massive free-play session. Please be aware, all children participating in this event require a ticket. This helps manage capacity, enjoyment...
Holiday Workshops
23rd July-22nd August 2025
Venue: Wolvercote Primary School
Website: www.creationtheatre.co.uk/school-of-creativity
Throughout the Summer Creation Theatre run a selection of masterclasses and ‘Play in a Week’ workshops. All workshops are taught by professional theatre makers – the actors, directors, choreographers...
Knight School
23rd July-28th August 2025
Venue: Sudeley Castle and Gardens
Website: www.sudeleycastle.co.uk
Children of all ages are invited to dress-up and join the fun of Sudeley's Knight School, every Wednesday and Thursday throughout the summer. The ancient art of sword-fighting, archery and jousting are...
Summer holidays: Rail Adventures
23rd July-31st August 2025
Venue: London Transport Museum
Website: www.ltmuseum.co.uk
From the first underground railway to the opening of the Elizabeth Line, the Museum will be celebrating key milestones in London’s railway’s history and the stories of people who made them possible....
Wildlife Wednesdays
23rd July 2025
Venue: Upton House and Gardens
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Give little ones a summer of nature exploration with hands-on fun and discovery every Wednesday throughout the summer holidays.From wildlife spotting to crafts and owl pellet dissecting, each week there'll...
Science Club - K’nex Fairground
25th July 2025
Venue: Science Oxford Centre
Website: www.scienceoxford.com/whats-on/knex-fairground
Young engineers investigate the science of spinning, with a carnival of K’nex! Design, problem-solve and build a motor-powered model fairground ride with K’nex, and make a paper spinning toy to take...
Sun Printing Workshop for Families
25th July 2025
Venue: Earth Trust Centre, Little Wittenham
Website: www.earthtrust.org.uk
Sun prints, or ‘cyanotypes’ as they are sometimes known, are one of the oldest forms of photography. This is a great session for families with young children to work together to make lovely artworks...
A King's Return
26th-27th July 2025
Venue: Sudeley Castle and Gardens
Website: www.sudeleycastle.co.uk
For two days, the castle grounds will come alive with costumed historic re-enactors portraying Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, Thomas Cromwell, and ladies of the royal court. Walk the very paths they once did,...
Autism-Friendly Openings
26th July 2025
Venue: History of Science Museum
Website: www.hsm.ox.ac.uk/event/autism-friendly-openings-12
A relaxed morning opening to enjoy the Museum displays and collections in a quiet environment for families with members on the autism spectrum.At the Welcome Desk you can pick up a backpack designed with...
HMS Pinafore
26th July 2025
Venue: Basset Manor
Website: www.illyria.co.uk/shows
Full to the gunwales with sharp dialogue and catchy tunes, this timeless comic opera is performed outdoors by a cast of 6 outstanding performers on a spectacular nautical set, using Sullivan’s full score.All...
How Does It Work
26th July 2025
Venue: History of Science Museum
Website: www.hsm.ox.ac.uk/event/how-does-it-work-including-light-space-backpacks-12
Ever wondered how our ingenious scientific instruments work? Join the volunteers for an afternoon getting hands-on with some of the collections and see their amazing objects in action. If you're visiting...
Digging Deep
28th July 2025
Venue: Museum of Oxford
Website: www.museumofoxford.org
Inspired by the theme “Archaeology and Wellbeing”, the Museum of Oxford invites you to complete five archaeological themed activities inspired by the five ways to wellbeing. Activities include creating...
Knight School
28th July-22nd August 2025
Venue: Oxford Castle and Prison
Website: www.oxfordcastleandprison.co.uk
Don your armour, sharpen your sword and prepare to set out on a quest. Visit the Castleyard for medieval weapons training, jousting and archery – all under the supervision of the Castle’s knights!...
Oxford Swim School - Summer Intensive Course
28th July-1st August 2025
Venue: Oxford High School
Website: www.oxford-swimschool.co.uk
The five-day intensive swimming course (lessons are 30 minutes a day) uses the private 25 metre pool at Oxford High School in Summertown. It is for children aged 4-13 years old. Termly lessons are also...
Summer Intensive Swimming Lessons
28th July-29th August 2025
Venue: Oxford University Sports Centre
Website: www.swimschoolofoxfordshire.co.uk
Children's group classes for swimmers aged 3years+. Pre-School and Stage 1 - 8+ 9.15-11.45am with a variety of Swim England 'Learn to Swim' stages available within each 30 minute time slot. £69 for...
Summer Flower Willow Weaving (for families)
29th July 2025
Venue: Harcourt Arboretum
Website: www.obga.ox.ac.uk/event/summer-flower-willow-weaving-for-families
Join this weaving activity designed especially for families with children aged 7+. Create your own big willow flowers by creating a basketry base and then forming petals of any size or shape you would...
Go Wild for Wildlife Family Day
30th July 2025
Venue: Harcourt Arboretum
Website: www.obga.ox.ac.uk/event/go-wild-for-wildlife-family-day
Join Harcourt Arboretum for a day of seasonal activities and find out about what the trees, plants and animals are doing in summer. There will be trails, tours and nature crafts for all ages. £3 per...
British Transplant Games 2025
31st July-3rd August 2025
Venue: Blenheim Palace
Website: www.blenheimpalace.com
The four-day event will be hosted in venues across Oxfordshire, with Blenheim welcoming participants for a range of events..By encouraging individuals to share their decisions with loved ones, the Games...
Horrible Histories - Barmy Britain
31st July-31st August 2025
Venue: Apollo Theatre, London
Website: www.birminghamstage.com/shows
We all want to meet people from history! The trouble is everyone is dead! So get ready for Horrible Histories live on stage with the best of Barmy Britain! It’s the history of Britain with the nasty...
The Cardboard Quilting Challenge
31st July 2025
Venue: Museum of Oxford
Website: www.museumofoxford.org
Families are invited to complete a set of creative challenges inspired by the amazing objects in the Museum of Oxford’s collection. Using the challenge as inspiration, families can then create their...
Spot’s Birthday Party
1st-3rd August 2025
Venue: The Mill Arts Centre
Website: www.themillartscentre.co.uk
Based on the beloved Eric Hill classic Happy Birthday Spot, this brand-new adaptation is the perfect introduction to theatre for children. With integrated Makaton, catchy songs, dancing and lots of interactive...
The Pantaloons: Sense and Sensibility
1st August 2025
Venue: Sulgrave Manor and Garden
Website: www.thepantaloons.co.uk
This funny, fast-paced and faithful new adaptation from the critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company features live music, audience interaction, romance and heartbreak.
Balloons and Tunes
2nd-3rd August 2025
Venue: Cutteslowe Park
Website: www.balloonsandtunesuk.com/events/oxfordshire
Get ready for an unforgettable day of family fun and excitement! The event features a fantastic lineup of activities and entertainment, including Tribute Acts performing all your favourite hits, The dazzling,...
Discover Oxford Day
4th August 2025
Venue: Museum of Oxford
Website: www.museumofoxford.org
Join explorers Florence and Jericho as they take you on an audio journey to discover the secrets of MOX Island. Once you’ve solved all the clues you’ll be rewarded with a prize to take home! Plus Hands-on...
Siege Theatre Presents: The Merry Wives of Windsor
4th August 2025
Venue: Oxford Castle and Prison
Website: www.oxfordcastleandprison.co.uk
This riotous production celebrates not only the silliness of some of Shakespeare’s best comic characters, but also the timeless themes of female friendship, marital trust, and the art of turning societal...
Dinosaur World Live!
5th-7th August 2025
Venue: Oxford Playhouse
Website: www.oxfordplayhouse.com
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of this roarsome interactive show for all the family. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child’s favourite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus...
Science Oxford Summer Holiday Club
5th-14th August 2025
Venue: Science Oxford Centre
Website: www.scienceoxford.com/whats-on/science-oxford-summer-holiday-club
At ‘Tech, Trees, and Tomorrow: A Holiday Club for Young Explorers,’ children aged 7-11 will embark on hands-on technology projects, woodland adventures and science investigations. Activities include...
Teddy Bears Picnic
5th-7th August 2025
Venue: Millets Farm Centre
Website: www.milletsfarmcentre.com
Children begin the workshop in the Dairy Room at Sprouts Play Barn where they lovingly create a teddy bear before sealing them up with a wish and heading on a bear hunt to the tepee. They can then tuck...
The Wind in the Willows
5th August 2025
Venue: Old Swan & Minster Mill
Website: www.illyria.co.uk/shows
Multiple award-winning Illyria celebrates Kenneth Grahame’s timeless tale of friendship, laughter, the longing for home and the lure of adventure. Enjoy it all summer across the UK where the story is...
Depot family tours
6th August 2025
Venue: Museum Depot, 2 Museum Way, 118-120 Gunnersbury Ln
Website: www.ltmuseum.co.uk
From the tons of poo that accompanied the first horse buses, to why trains have bogies, take a highlights tour of the Bus and Train Sheds. You will be taken around part of the Depot by one of the Learning...
Pride and Prejudice
9th August 2025
Venue: Upton House and Gardens
Website: www.illyria.co.uk/shows
Following seven sell-out seasons of this sparkling adaptation, award-winning Illyria returns to celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday in style. Bring a picnic, and something to sit on, and enjoy her...
The Koala Who Could
9th August 2025
Venue: Oxford Playhouse
Website: www.oxfordplayhouse.com
Join Kevin, King of the staying-still-kings, and his friend’s kangaroo and wombat in an Australian Outback adventure, as they learn that “life can be great when you try something new!” Based on the...
Waterperry Opera Festival: Winnie-the-Pooh’s Songbook
9th-10th August 2025
Venue: Waterperry Amphitheatre
Website: www.waterperrygardens.co.uk
A charming production which brings to life the eternal values of friendship and kindness for audiences young and old, Winnie-the-Pooh’s Songbook brings exciting adventures for the whole family to enjoy....
Dantastic Summer Camp
11th-15th August 2025
Venue: The Kenton
Website: www.thekenton.org.uk
Join Kenton theatre’s panto comic Dan Whitley (aka Dantastic) and his team for an action-packed summer holiday adventure. Great for ages 4-8 and at the end of the week the kids will perform in a mini...
Folksy Theatre present ‘Twelfth Night’
14th August 2025
Venue: Millets Farm Centre
Website: www.milletsfarmcentre.com
Shipwrecked and separated from her twin brother, Viola disguises herself as a man and becomes entwined in a hilarious love triangle. Serving Duke Orsino, who secretly loves Countess Olivia, Viola finds...
Paddington at Didcot
16th August 2025
Venue: Didcot Railway Centre
Website: www.didcotrailwaycentre.org.uk
Buy a Railway Centre ticket for 16 August and see Paddington™ who will meet and greet fans at intervals throughout the day. With his marmalade sandwiches he’s become something of a cultural British...
Under The Leaves
17th-18th August 2025
Venue: Pegasus Theatre
Website: www.pegasustheatre.org.uk
Filled with music, sound and packed with bright and colourful characters this highly energetic show is a perfect fusion of storytelling, circus arts and bombastic personalities that will have families...
NW Inventors: Reimagining Stories
18th-20th August 2025
Venue: The North Wall Arts Centre
Website: www.thenorthwall.com
What if they didn’t all live happily every after? What if the princesses saved the princes? What if there was an alien invasion in Macbeth? Join us in this drama workshop as we turn stories upside down,...
Under The Leaves - Pre Show Workshops
18th August 2025
Venue: Pegasus Theatre
Website: www.pegasustheatre.org.uk
Have you ever wanted to learn a circus skill? You can learn how to create a fun character using dance and aerial arts, hold flaming bubbles in your hand without any worry at all, learn the basics of juggling...
Folksy Theatre – ‘Robin Hood’
20th-21st August 2025
Venue: Millets Farm Centre
Website: www.milletsfarmcentre.com
Set against the enchanting backdrop of the eerie Sherwood Forest, this whimsical production sees King John and the Sheriff of Nottingham trying to thwart the legendary outlaw, Robin Hood, and his band...
Fam Jam
21st August 2025
Venue: Museum of Oxford
Website: www.museumofoxford.org
Join the Museum of Oxford for an hour of creative movement activities and sensory play, for you and your little ones. We are going on adventures, with bubbles, magic carpets, stormy seas and beautiful...
Henley Country Craft Show
22nd-25th August 2025
Venue: Stonor Park, Henley-On-Thames
Website: www.stonor.com/whats-on
Artisan shopping, delectable food, entertainment, craft demonstrations, children’s rides, and a joyful atmosphere – the ultimate bank holiday family outing! Discover unique handmade treasures from...
Cinderella
23rd August 2025
Venue: Waterperry Gardens
Website: www.waterperrygardens.co.uk
From the company who brought you The Little Mermaid, Hercules, Beauty and the Beast and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, the classic fairytale of magic, true love and custom-made shoes is brought to life in...
Foodies Festival
23rd-25th August 2025
Venue: South Parks
Website: www.foodiesfestival.com
The Kids Cookery theatre gives children a chance to taste new flavours and learn basic cooking skills. Kids can try out cooking with specialist teachers who make learning fun! Free sessions will introduce...
Jurassic Plants Family Day
27th August 2025
Venue: Harcourt Arboretum
Website: www.obga.ox.ac.uk/event/jurassic-plants-family-day
Join Harcourt Arboretum for a day of fun activities and find out about the trees and plants that grew alongside the dinosaurs. Explore paleobotany, ancient plants and their fossils, and take a look at...
The Railway Children – Live at Didcot Railway Centre
27th August 2025
Venue: Didcot Railway Centre
Website: www.didcotrailwaycentre.org.uk
Step aboard for an unforgettable theatrical experience as The Railway Children returns to Didcot Railway Centre. Immerse yourself in the magic of E. Nesbit’s beloved tale, brought to life against the...
Brick Adventures
30th-31st August 2025
Venue: Didcot Railway Centre
Website: www.didcotrailwaycentre.org.uk
Join Brick Adventures and celebrate the world's most popular building brick, delight in the displays on show, which this year include the amazing Block Party Robot League, the man behind the fairground,...
The Wind in the Willows
6th September 2025
Venue: The Old Vicarage
Website: www.illyria.co.uk/shows
Multiple award-winning Illyria celebrates Kenneth Grahame’s timeless tale of friendship, laughter, the longing for home and the lure of adventure. Enjoy it all summer across the UK where the story is...