Latest Events in Oxford(May Updated)

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Medieval music, poetry and readings celebrating Oxfordshire in May in the ancient setting of Bartlemas Chapel in its 900th year. Medieval music, poetry and readings celebrating Oxfordshire in May in the ancient setting of Bartlemas Chapel in its 900th year. Featuring local performers – The Comper Singers, Anna Tolputt (actor), Kate Wakeling (poet) and Giles Lewin (Violin). This is a family event. * Please note that there are no facilities on this site. Information Source: Oxford Festival of the Arts | eventbrite

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Join authors Michael Robb and Evan Friss as the discuss the bookshops and publishers of the UK and United States of America Michael Robb (UK) and Evan Friss (USA) will join up to discuss what the world of books looks like both here and abroad Shelf Life This engaging narrative unveils the resilience and innovation of key figures who have shaped the literary landscape, from the pioneering days of William Caxton to the contemporary influence of Jeff Bezos. As the narrative navigates the ever-evolving terrain of book retail, it delves into the seismic changes of the past forty years and reflects on the current state of the industry, as well as offering insights into the challenges and future opportunities that lie ahead for publishing and bookselling in the twenty-first century. A must-read for anyone passionate about books, bookshops and the enduring legacy of the written word. Michael Robb Michael Robb, a stalwart figure in the bookselling and publishing arena, has experienced first-hand the shifting tides of this well-loved industry over the past 40 years. From successfully running an independent bookshop in Essex for two decades, to transitioning into the publishing domain, his broad network within the book trade gives him a unique insight to the world of books. The Bookshop Evan Friss's history of the bookshop draws on oral histories, archival collections, municipal records, diaries, letters, and interviews with leading booksellers to offer a fascinating look at this institution beloved by so many. The Bookshop is a love letter to bookstores, a charming chronicle for anyone who cherishes these sanctuaries of literature, and essential reading to understand how these vital institutions have shaped American life-and why we still need them. Evan Friss Evan Friss is a professor of history at James Madison University and the author of two other books: The Cycling City: Bicycles and Urban America in the 1890s and On Bicycles: A 200-Year History of Cycling in New York City . He lives with his wife (a bookseller) and two children (occasional booksellers) in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Information Source: Blackwell's, Broad Street Oxford | eventbrite

The Oxford Mario Kart Live Band are BACK with our regular slot at The Mad Hatter! You play the game, we play the music! The Mario Kart Live Band are back! You play 4 Knockout Tour rallies: 6 back to back races from Mario Kart World. We play the music! Four rallies are played, and four racers are selected for each rally. There are a limited number of GUARENTEED RACE SPOTS which sell out very quickly so be sure to grab one while you can! The three remaining spots for each rally are drawn from a BALLOT. The more times your name is entered into the ballot, the higher a chance you have of racing! Rallies : -Golden Rally (Desert Hills, Mario Bros Circuit, Chocco Mountain, Moo Moo Meadows, Mario Circuit, Acorn Heights) -Ice Rally (Sky High Sundae, Starview Peak, Dandelion Depths, Cheep Cheep Falls, Peach Stadium, Crown City) -Acorn Rally (Toad's Factory, Wario Stadium, Choco Mountain, Peach Stadium, Cheep Cheep Falls, DK Pass) -Moon Rally (Boswer's Castle, Toad's Factory, Moo Moo Meadows, Dandelion Depths, Cheep Cheep Falls, Faraway Oasis) -Spiny Rally (Boo Cinema, Starview Peak, DK Pass, Salty Salty Speedway, Peach Beach, Wario Shipyard) Doors at 7pm Gig starts at 7:30pm Wrap up by 9:30-10pm Information Source: Mario Kart Live Band x The Mad Hatter | eventbrite

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An evening of poetry exploring identity, memory, and collective worlds. Join four poets for a reading that delves into the myriad personal and collective worlds, where you find stories of survival and loss; of ecological crisis and the material of living; memories of the sensous in all its skin and glitter; and the complexity of our inner selves. On Saturday 23 May at The Community Works at 7pm , poets Mona Arshi, Troy Cabida, Nina Mingya Powles and Jennifer Wong will be sharing work from their recent collections. Tickets are £5 (£2 concessions) - please book tickets in advance! The building is accessible, but if you have any specific access needs, please drop us an email at oxfordpoetrylibrary@gmail.com beforehand. Mona Arshi ’s debut poetry collection, Small Hands , won the Forward Prize for Best First Collection in 2015. Her second collection, Dear Big Gods , was published in 2019 and her novel Somebody Loves You in 2021. She has been appointed as Honorary Professor at the University of Liverpool and Fellow in Creative Arts at Trinity College, Cambridge, and is also co-editor of an anthology of nature poetry, Nature Matters: Vital Poems from the Global Majority (Faber, 2025). Her third collection of Poetry Mouth was published in 2025 by Chatto. Prior to her career in poetry, she worked as a human rights lawyer, often representing refugees and women fleeing domestic violence. Troy Cabida is the author of Neon Manila (2025), a Poetry Book Society Recommendation. His pamphlets include War Dove (2020) and Symmetric of Bone: poems after Elsa Peretti (2024), a Poetry Book Society Pamphlet Choice. Nina Mingya Powles is an Aotearoa New Zealand writer and poet based in London. She is the author of several poetry collections and pamphlets, most recently In the Hollow of the Wave (2024), Magnolia 木蘭 (2020) and two books of creative nonfiction, Tiny Moons: A Year of Eating in Shanghai (2020) and Small Bodies of Water (2021). She writes a monthly e-newsletter on food and memory called Crispy Noodles. Jennifer Wong: author of Light Year (Nine Arches Press, 2026) and 回家 Letters Home (Nine Arches Press, 2020) which received the PBS recommendation, and pamphlets including time difference (Verve, 2024). Information Source: Oxford Poetry Library | eventbrite

Oxford's BEST Thrift Event & Kilo Sale LOCATION Our event is at WEST OXFORD COMMUNITY CENTRE OPENING TIMES We are open between 11am and 4pm (please check ticket details for admission times). Please make sure to arrive within your ticket slot as you may not be able to enter if you are premature. If you arrive later, even in a different timed slot you will still be allowed entry. EARLY BIRD 11AM - 12PM Secure your spot with our early bird tickets for just £3 (plus booking fee) and enjoy a dedicated shopping session! Best of all, you’re not limited to just one hour—stay and shop at your leisure. These tickets are paid tickets as the quantity is limited to ensure a stress free pick at some of the best items possible! GENERAL ADMISSION 12PM - 4PM From 12 PM onwards, tickets are FREE. Please note that the ticket time is simply your arrival time, not an hourly limit. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. You’re welcome to arrive late, but earlier arrivals are not permitted. Enjoy your time—there’s no rush to leave! CARDS AND CONTACTLESS ACCEPTED Once you've gathered your vintage treasures, our team will be able to check the weight and tell you a price per kilo. The preferred method of payment would be cards/contactless, this makes the event and checkout run quicker! Cash is happily accepted also. HOW MUCH IS IT PER KILO? Our KG event is £20.00 per kilo, there’s no minimum or maximum spend at our events so you can pick as little or as much as you want. All individual items are capped at £25, thus if a single item in your bag weighs more than £25 please make us aware and we will add £25 onto the total cost without it. CAN I BRING MY OWN BAG? For security reasons, we kindly ask that large bags be left outside the event. Each person will get a clear plastic bag to fill with vintage clothing, additional clear plastic bags are available upon request. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation Information Source: Old Is Gold Events | eventbrite

CLOUD 9 IS BACK OUTSIDE ⛅️ SUMMER IS ARRIVING SO YK WE'RE GONNA HOLD IT DOWN FOR THE SEASON... 2-4-1 COCKTAILS, PRETTY VENUE, 100% VIBES ✨ Your fix is here, Cloud 9 is back again for another Bank Holiday Sunday session to remind you why you love to party ⛅️ This time its the "BRIGHT COLOURS EDITION" which means we're expecting to see you pull up looking super duper fly. Use this as an excuse to put together an outfit that fits your personal style and experession. Whether its a full fit of bright colours or whether its a neutral base with bright coloured accesories, bring your A game when picking your attire for the day ⛅️ We're taking over the main space in Slug & Lettuce (Oxford Castle) again, and yes, the 2-4-1 cocktails they're known for will be in full effect 🍸🍸🍹🍹 As you know, Cloud 9 Day Party is one for the real deal ravers! This is a 25+ event playing the best in RnB, HipHop, House & Garage, Dancehall, Reggae and much more. Spex & Wonder, Ovaproof and Young Linx will be blessing you with all the old school memories (90's and 00's) with a touch of the sounds of now! Dress code - smart casual. No effort = No entry. This will be enforced at the door. Pay special attention to the theme of the event and rock your bright colours. Bottles are and tables now available to pre-order - please DM @cloud9ox for more info and price list. This event is strictly 25+, please do not buy a ticket if you are not 25 as you will be turned away at the door and your ticket will not be refunded. Regardless of age, whether you are 25 or 45 please ensure you carry your ID with you. No ID = no entry. This is a tickets only event, grab yours now and tell a friend to tell a friend. No tickets will be sold on the door. The door closes at 4pm, no entry will be permitted following this time. There will be photography and videography taking place throughout the event, by entering the event you are consenting to being photographed/filmed. Material may be used in future promotional content. Please be mindful that there is very limited street parking available at the venue so we suggest taking taxi as the best mode of transport for this event. If you do decide to drive please park in Westgate carpark which is a 5 minute walk from the venue and is the safest and easiest parking option available. Follow and DM @cloud9ox on IG for birthdays or bottle service Information Source: Cloud 9 | eventbrite