Join us in The Whispering Wood For Jewish Folk Tales This May Half Term.
A family event at The Story Museum shares traditional Jewish folk tales during May half term.
Events in Oxford From 25th May – 31st May 2026
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This week in Oxford, events run from May 24th to May 31st 2026, offering a mix of family activities, creative workshops, and live music. You can find events tailored to younger children and those with school-age kids at the Ashmolean Museum. The city’s green spaces are worth exploring, especially with the weather improving. For evening plans, look to the O2 Academy Oxford or The North Wall Arts Centre for music and performances. Pubs remain a popular choice for a relaxed evening, especially with student crowds. You can also meet new people at events like speed dating at The Varsity Club. Be aware that congestion in central Oxford and limited parking near tourist sites can cause delays, particularly around Kassam Stadium on match days. Public transport is the most reliable option, with the Oxford Railway Station and park-and-ride facilities on the Oxford Ring Road recommended. The Harwell Campus and Abingdon HQ are key innovation hubs. Check event times and venues in the listings below, and use park-and-ride options to avoid traffic.
Monday 25th May
Half Term Fun at The Sheldonian Theatre
Children explore the history of Oxford University through interactive activities at the Sheldonian Theatre.
Tuesday 26th May
Legally Blonde
A musical comedy adaptation of the film 'Legally Blonde' premieres at the New Theatre Oxford.
Let's Draw Together - 26 May
Families can join drawing activities in the Western Art Print Room inspired by the In Bloom exhibition.
Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Oxford
Unified Dating hosts social events in Oxford to help singles meet new people locally.
Kiefer Sutherland
Actor Kiefer Sutherland performs a live reading at O2 Academy Oxford.
Wednesday 27th May
Printmakers Council: Green And Pleasant Land
An art exhibition at The North Wall Arts Centre features prints inspired by the theme 'Green and Pleasant Land'.
Jon Spencer
Blues rock musician Jon Spencer performs live at the O2 Academy in Oxford.
Thursday 28th May
Speed Dating in Oxford | Ages 30-45
A speed dating event for singles aged 30-45 takes place at The Varsity Club in Oxford.
Saturday 30th May
Partylicious - Your Ultimate Saturday Night Out
PARTYLICIOUS delivers a high-energy Saturday night party with chart and dance music in central Oxford.
Headington Festival
Headington Festival features live music, food, sports, and community stalls in Bury Knowle Park.
Pop-up Play & Workshop For Families
A free family pop-up play and workshop event for all ages during May half-term at the Ashmolean Museum.
The Jeff Beck Experience
A tribute to Jeff Beck featuring live guitar performances at O2 Academy Oxford.
Subsync - Jungle, Dnb & Bassline Takeover - Oxford
A live music event featuring jungle, drum and bass, and bassline music in Oxford.
It's a Dancehall Party
A dancehall party event takes place at O2 Academy in Oxford.
Sunday 31st May
Imaginative Worlds Workshop For Families
A free family-friendly workshop offering imaginative play activities for all ages during May half-term at the Ashmolean Museum.