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In Oxford Annual Events
  Oxford Annual Events
 
 
 
 
     
 
 
 
  MARCH / APRIL  
 
 
 
Oxford Literary Festival
Annual 5-day festival which attracts some of the biggest and most respected writers from around the globe. Usually held in Christ Church College in the last week of March.
 
 
 
Oxford Folk Festival
Another annual festival, this 3-day event is now in its fifth year and sees some of the most renowned names in folk music perform at venues across the city.
 
 
 
  MAY  
 
 
 
May Morning
This tradition, dating back 500 years, sees crowds gather at Magdalen Bridge at 6am to hear the school choir sing from the tower above. Also a Bank Holiday.
 
 
 
  JULY / AUGUST  
 
 
 
Cowley Road Carnival
Annual street carnival involving all areas of the diverse cultures that form East Oxford’s vibrant community. Dance, music, theatre and food are all represented.
 
 
 
Summer Baroque
An annual festival of classical concerts performed by the City of Oxford Orchestra. It has become a magnet for audiences from all over the world.
 
 
 
  SEPTEMBER  
 
 
 
St Giles Fair
2-day traditional street fair, running the length of St Giles Street. All manner of funfair rides and stalls to try. Don’t forget to try the toffee apples and candy floss.
 
 
 
  NOVEMBER 2008  
 
 
 
South Parks Fireworks Display
Celebrate Guy Fawkes Night at the biggest bonfire and fireworks display in Oxford. Join the thousands of people in South Parks to witness the spectacle at first hand.
 
 
 
  DECEMBER  
 
 
 
Christmas at Blenheim
One of the countries grandest palaces, Blenheim is transformed into a Victorian winter wonderland, offering a truly magical Christmas experience.