About Oxford Festivals

(Oxford, England)

The university city of Oxford features an impressive calendar of events, with festivals and sporting events for all ages.

Popular festivals in Oxford include the following events.

Annual Oxford Festivals

• March: Oxford versus Cambridge University Boat Race, this world-famous event is takes place on the River Thames in London
• May: May Day, with concerts performed by the Magdalen College Choir at the historic bell-tower, together with Morris dancing in central Oxford
• June: Cowley Road Carnival, featuring a range of colourful arcades and outdoor concerts
• June: Blenheim Palace Flower Show, stunning horticultural event, taking place in the grounds of Blenheim Palace
• July: Henley Royal Regatta, a notable rowing event which is usually held at the beginning of the month
• August: Classical Proms, outdoor classical music concert at Blenheim Palace, culminating in fireworks
• September: Oxford Round Table Fireworks Display, a colourful fireworks display attracting large crowds

The Kings Centre
Address: Osney Mead, OX2 0ES, Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 297400
Website: www.kingscentre.co.uk/