What to do in Oxford and across Oxfordshire in February.
It’s a new year, and February has rolled around once again. Sometimes, the shortest month of the year can feel like a waiting game: the final slug of darkness and freezing temperatures until Spring officially starts in March, and when leaving a self-imposed Netflix hibernation finally seems feasible again.
But February’s actually not too shabby. It’s got a range of fantastic events right here on our doorstep – from exhibitions to musicals, shows and attractions. So stay focussed and make the most of this February in Oxford and across Oxfordshire.
Of course, this is a curated list of the top things to do in Oxford and across Oxfordshire this February. Be sure to visit the What’s on section of the website where you’ll find a full list of events in Oxford and across Oxfordshire as well as unmissable events beyond the county that would make for a great day out.
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This most famous fantasy ballet for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve. When midnight strikes, we are swept away to a fairy-tale world where nothing is quite as it seems, toy dolls spring to life, the Mouse-king and his mouse-army battle with the Nutcracker Prince, and we travel through the Land of Snow to an enchanted place where the magic really begins…
Discover more: Classical Music, Opera & Ballet
The world’s premier show in celebration of ‘The Velvet Voice’ experience all the hits from his amazing career, culminating over 40 million album sales and eight Grammy awards, including many of the greatest dance anthems and love songs ever written, fronted by international Luther Vandross tribute Harry Cambridge and his 10 piece band.
Discover more: What’s On at New Theatre Oxford
Dara Ó Briain is back on tour with a brand new show! in his new show So, Where Were We?, Dara will hardly mention the last year and a half because, Jesus, who wants to hear about that. Instead he will fire out the usual mix of stories, one-liners, audience messing, and tripping over his words, because he is talking too quickly, because he’s so giddy to be back in front of a crowd.
Discover more: Comedy & Spoken Word
Embark on a thrilling night of adventure with a brand-new collection of short films from the world’s most prestigious mountain film festival. Witness epic human-powered feats on the big screen. This is an adrenaline-fuelled, not-to-be-missed event with free prize giveaways that are guaranteed to ignite your passion for adventure, action and travel.
Discover more: Film & Screen
Following the unfortunate COVID-induced postponement of Belinda’s tour in 2021, the organisers now have all the rescheduled shows firmly in place. And, to make up for the wait, they are very pleased to announce that Belinda is going to be joined on this tour by some very special guests, The Christians.
Discover more: Concerts & Gigs
Will the recycling be put out on the right day? Who is going to smooth over the top of the margarine? How many lights are on upstairs when everybody is downstairs? Watch Jon pretend that these aren’t his foremost concerns as he leaves home on his first tour since the last one.
Discover more: New Theatre Oxford
The palace of Knossos, discovered and excavated over 100 years ago, was the centre of a Bronze Age civilisation of people we now call the Minoans, named after the legendary King Minos. This will be the first UK exhibition to focus on Knossos and will include over 100 objects that have never left Crete and Greece before, alongside discoveries from the Ashmolean’s Sir Arthur Evans Archive.
Discover more: Exhibitions & Displays
Queen Extravaganza, the official Queen tribute band produced by Roger Taylor and Brian May, returns to the UK in 2021, following sell-out shows across the globe. The band, which began touring back in 2012, is made up of a rolling cast of gifted musicians who have been hand-picked by Roger Taylor and Brian May.
Discover more: Tribute acts
Beam Me Up is a new festival taking place across Lincoln and Oxford in 2023. Showcasing the freshest talent touring at the moment, you can see up to 12 bands in one day, back to back. Coach Party, Opus Kink, Prima Queen and Play Blue Eyes play both legs kicking off at The Drill in Lincoln on Friday, 10 February, before making their way to Oxford.
Discover more: O2 Academy Oxford
Garth Marenghi, horror literature’s greatest living author, returns from the darkness (figurative darkness -he’s not a spelunker) with a rare public appearance to mark the release of his long-lost multi-volume horror epic TerrorTome. Hardback copies of TerrorTome will be available for purchase on the day. Be warned: signings are strictly time-limited.
When there are so many apocalyptic scenarios threatening to destroy us, it might be tempting to give into the gloom – but with enough sarcasm, satire, and a desire to skewer everything that’s wrong with society: Dan is determined to find some hope for humanity…or at least laugh like it’s the end of the world (because it probably is).
Direct from the USA, Dean Z brings his very own all-new high-energy Elvis tribute show to the UK in 2023, performing each incredible era of the “King of Rock ‘n’ Roll” backed by a powerful 11-piece band, horn section, incredible background vocalists and immersive video content for a truly unforgettable concert experience.
Calling Planet Earth is a new romantic symphony that goes on a journey through one of the greatest musical eras of all time – The Electrifying 80s.
The show features songs from now legendary artists such as DURAN DURAN, SPANDAU BALLET, THE HUMAN LEAGUE, ULTRAVOX, TEARS FOR FEARS, DEPECHE MODE, OMD, JAPAN, ABC, SOFT CELL and many, many more.
Whitney’s one true legacy was her music which touched most of us at some time in our lives. Share her life and get ready for the greatest love of all in Queen of the Night. This award-winning production, featuring a sensational line-up of musicians and artists, is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time.
Gather la Familia! It’s time to celebrate something truly Magical. From the producers of Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music and Sing-a-Long-a Frozen, the brand new smash hit film musical of 2021 about the Family Madrigal with lyrics on screen that everyone can’t stop singing.
Please note this is a screening of the movie, not a live stage show.
Experience epic and inspirational music from Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Game of Thrones and beyond. The worlds of TV, film and fantasy are brought to life by a full symphony orchestra and stunning choir in this unmissable concert featuring the greatest movie music of all time.
Music icon turned Hollywood royalty, the Grammy®, Oscar®, Emmy® and Golden Globe® award-winning Queen of reinvention, has conquered it all. It’s now time to turn back time with this fiercely fabulous kick-ass new musical from the writer of Jersey Boys. Three West End stars play Cher, telling the incredible story of her meteoric rise to fame.
Discover more: Musicals & Dance
Join Jack Dee for an unmissable evening of inspired nonsense with musical accompaniment from Colin Sell. BBC Radio’s multi-award-winning antidote to panel games returns to the stage in 2022 with its sell-out touring show. I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue has been delighting fans since 1972.
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