In 2015, newly pregnant and just off her psych meds, Amy Mason travelled around Texas to research the death penalty for her new novel. This show is about what happened next. Featuring an original soundtrack by multi-award winning musicians Jackie Oates and Megan Henwood, Hollering Woman Creek follows Amy as her mental health goes haywire...
Under a star studded big top an international band of acrobats and musicians invite you to share in their circus spectacle. In this haven of fun, the circus artists appeal to young and old to leave their differences outside the tent, to dream and simply enjoy being together. Ages 5+. £18. Part of the Offbeat...
The world’s first cycling theatre company, The HandleBards, pedal from venue to venue with all the set, props and costume necessary to perform environmentally sustainable Shakespeare across the globe. Expect riotous amounts of energy, a fair old whack of chaos, and a great deal of laughter!
Prepare to be amazed by our spectacular family science show all about planet Earth. Help the doctor to find out why "Earthy" is poorly and see if together we can help. Limited spaces for each show - to book in contact museum. For ages 6+. Shows at 2.00pm & 3.00pm
Millets would like to welcome back, Blackwell's for their 3rd Children's Book Fair! The fair is FREE to enter. Call 01865 792792 for more info.
'David Attenborough meets clowning' (Broadway Baby) in this children’s comedy show. Sea levels have risen, and it’s time for a flooded BBC to make another Blue Planet. But where are all the animals? Put on your polar ice caps and join two idiots in an adventure to repopulate the sea and save the oceans! Ages...
Our events give parents the perfect opportunity to BUY and SELL pre loved nearly new items face to face, everything from pregnancy, baby and children's age up to 6 years, anything from toys to clothes, prams to cots in a safe and friendly environment. £2 per adult and kids go free.
We’re hosting a big, bonanza book sale AND holding another gnome upcycling workshop. Buy brand new books for a fraction of the cost or pick a gnome, spruce it up and take it home!! (You can do both!!) The will also be rolls and rolls of fabric and remnants too. As well as a really...
The event is intended to be inclusive rather than very competitive, so is not timed, and there are no awards for speed. Children of all ages can participate: in our pilot event last year we had families and children from toddlers upwards. The total distance covered is 8 kilometres: 6 lengths of the Hinksey Pool,...
Carnival, is a celebration of everything that is special and different about the Oxford Community, it brings together tens and tens of different cultures and community members from a myriad of challenging social backgrounds. With over thirty programmed stages and cultural activity zones, this creative masterpiece spans across 32 roads and public green spaces, through...
Head to Oxford Mumbler's blog for a full run-down of what is going on for families this Alice's Day! https://oxford.mumbler.co.uk/alices-day/
Leys Festival will take place on Saturday 7th July from 11-3pm in Blackbird Leys Park! Entry is free and all activities are either free or low-cost. Some of the activities include a petting zoo, sumo suits, sports activities, a ‘bike zone’, bouncy castle and lots of ‘have a go’ activities. There will also be a...
Steam and diesel trains in operation. Free admission for children with teddy bears. Teddy bear displays, children’s activities and crafts in the picnic area. Badge-making. Railway themed Teddy Trail. Competitions for bears!
Fun and music for all the family at the third annual street fair. The Zeppelin Crew will be performing in the garden later on in the afternoon as well as a selection of local musicians.
The world’s first cycling theatre company, The HandleBards, pedal from venue to venue with all the set, props and costume necessary to perform environmentally sustainable Shakespeare across the globe. Expect riotous amounts of energy, a fair old whack of chaos, and a great deal of laughter! £12/£10.
PTA Summer Fete helping to raise funds for a new adventure play area. Lots of activities for the whole family inc Raffle Tombolas, kids games, refreshments and stalls. Adults 50p, Children FREE
All welcome to The Red Lion Old Marston's own mini music event! We're bringing the community together for fun loving festival vibes 😃 With 6 live bands and 2 of Marston's awesome DJ's... and not to mention FREE Entry, you'll be mad to miss it 😉 We're not only providing the music, but we're adding...
Henley Festival is a boutique event taking place over five days celebrating the best of UK & international music and arts at a quintessential British location. It's a place to soak up the atmosphere and be entertained whilst experiencing a vibrant programme from pop to world music, classical to jazz, blues to ‘street’ musicians, where...
A big weekend exploring one of the most fascinating ages in Britain’s history - the Anglo-Saxons and Vikings. Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 July 2018, 11am–4pm, FREE Join our big weekend of fun-filled activities, talks and crafts for all ages. The weekend was supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund. PROGRAMME Taking place on both days....
Come and listen to Indian tablas and have a go yourself. Free drop-in session suitable for adults and families.
We’re back for our third Oxford Etsy Castle Quarter Market! Taking over the castle grounds once again, the market will be on Sunday 22nd July from 10am - 3pm with a selection of 25-30 different handmade and vintage sellers from Oxfordshire.
Celebrate the dawn of the summer holidays in the wilderness of Hogacre Common Eco Park. Timetable 10am - When the wild things stretch and yawn Adults yoga brunch (booking essential) 11.15am - When the wild little things stretch and play Family yoga lunch (booking essential) 12 midday - When the wild things graze Cafe at...
One-off events taking place for a day or two are listed here in the events calendar. ALL other summer holiday activities are here (under What's On - School Holiday Activities). Be sure to take a look, there is LOADS going on this summer!
The acclaimed Bach to Baby family concerts come to Oxford this summer! Discover classical music up close, suitable for the whole family! Tots dance, roam about and revel in the wonder of live music, while you take a moment out of your busy day for coffee and to hear top notch performances by outstanding musicians, with...
Take a trip down the rabbit hole with Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer in the wonderful setting of the Waterperry outdoor Ampitheatre, as they present the classic tale of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Presented in beautiful Victorian costume and alive with song, dance and original music, this is a production to delight the entire family.
A festival of Americana, roots and good honest music, with a little food & drink thrown in for good measure. It takes place in the beautiful setting of the Isis Farmhouse by Iffley Lock in Oxford on the last weekend in July.
Bring your pre-loved clothes to swap/drop by and get a new wardrobe! Adult and children's clothes and fancy dress. Please make sure clothes are clean and in good condition. Any left over will be donated to charity. Please note - you need to bring clothes on the day - we cannot store them.
Discover more about earth, wind, water and fire and enjoy your picnic in a beautiful setting. There will be live music, family friendly craft and gardening activities for the young, and for the young at heart. Free entry for children with a paying family member.
Bus departs Oxford Parkway Railway Station at 10:15, 11:00, 11:45 and 12:30 Plus Bus Rides from the Museum
Join us for this night-time expedition to discover Mowbray Fields‘ wildlife, who knows what we might find? We’ll be going on a guided walk of the nature reserve and using a variety of techniques to see, hear and trap the local wildlife. We will check the small mammal traps* and reset them ready for tomorrow’s Wildlife...
