Featured Events in Oxford in February, 2025 (March Updated)

Our Sip & Paint art workshops are for adults of all abilities who want to come and enjoy an one-off art experience. No experience needed, our instructors will guide you every step of the way. The class will all work on the same project at the same time, with personal, individualised support from the teacher to help you overcome any challenges along the way. The project this workshops is our mixed media 'Bird on a Branch', working in watercolours and acrylics; you'll try out a few experimental art techniques, inviting a sense of play and colour in your artwork. Here are a couple of progress shots so you can see what it will be like to create the piece of artwork. The class will all work on the same project at the same time, with personal, individualised support from the teacher to help you overcome any challenges along the way. At the end of the class everyone will go home with a finished piece (and had a lot of fun). Each workshop is 2 hours and individuals will need to bring their own drinks; alcoholic and non alcoholic is encouraged. We will have tea on site for anyone wanting something warm! Please read your confirmation email carefully after booking, for full details of the event and what to bring to the session. See what kind of atmosphere is created in our art-K studios below: Information Source: art-K | eventbrite

Ready to take your Bachata skills to the next level? Join us for an exciting Bachata Workshop focused on styling and couple work, led by the dynamic duo Molly Rodriguez and Tony Liedl! 📅 Date: Wednesday, February 19th 🕔 Time: 6:15 PM - 8:45 PM 📍 Location: Eau Claire Children's Theater What to Expect:✨ Styling & Footwork (1 Hour) Men and women will split into groups to refine your individual style and master footwork techniques. Whether it’s graceful arm movements or smooth steps, you’ll gain skills to stand out on the dance floor. 💃🕺 Couple Routine (1 Hour) We’ll regroup to put it all together! Learn a dynamic routine that emphasizes connection, rhythm, and teamwork. Perfect for both new and experienced dancers. Be ready to move and sweat! Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. Why You’ll Love It:Improve your confidence and musicalityLearn in a fun and supportive environmentTake home new moves that will elevate your Bachata dancingWhether you’re flying solo or bringing a partner, this workshop is for you! 🎟 Reserve your spot now and let’s dance the night away. See you there! Let’s keep the Bachata vibes alive! 💃🎶 Information Source: Chippewa Valley Social Dancing | eventbrite

Discover the top humorists from Lille during an evening filled with laughter at the Calembours Comedy Club SOIREE PREMIERE FOIS. The event will take place at the Oxford Café located at 21 Rue Saint-Pierre Saint-Paul, 59000 Lille on February 20, 2025. This exclusive debut event promises a night of unparalleled comedy talent, all available to enjoy for free. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to experience the best of Lille's comedy scene in one unforgettable night.

After Sappho Come join us in The Pavilion at St. Hilda's College to hear author Selby Wynn Schwartz, currently Joseph Brodsky Prize Fellow at the American Academy in Rome, speak about her 2022 novel After Sappho - a brilliant, experimental confabulation of multiple consciousnesses of women writers, painters and actors who channeled the spirit of Sappho in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, from Virginia Woolf, Natalie Barney, Gertrude Stein and Radclyffe Hall to Sarah Bernhardt, Eleonore Duse and Romaine Brooks - and its newly published translation into Italian. Dr Schwartz will be in conversation with Professor Charlotte Ross, Professor in Gender Studies and Italian at the University of Oxford, and Dr Michela Baldo, Lecturer in Translation Studies at the University of Birmingham. All are welcome. The event will be followed by a drinks reception. Information Source: Dr Georgina Paul | eventbrite

Sparrow - LIVE Come join us for an intimate evening of live music at The Cape Of Good Hope. Get ready to be serenaded by the soulful tunes of Sparrow in person. It's going to be a night to remember, filled with good vibes and great music. This will be the first time performing live as a band. So grab your friends and make it a night to remember! Payment will be taken at the door Information Source: eventbrite

POPPERZ PRESENTS: MIDNIGHT MASS Gold Coast's biggest queer nightclub arrives in Sydney for one night only! Popperz Presents: MIDNIGHT MASS, Doors open at 11:45pm with Drag Performances, DJ's and Dancing throughtout the night till the sunrise! POPPERZ will be located at OXFORD ART FACTORY SYD LINEUP BELOW! DJS TBADRAG QUEENS EVA MENDOZA (Gold Coast)KORA KURVACIOUS (Gold Coast)TBAGOGO DANCERS TBA- ------------------------------------------- EARLY BIRD - $2O (+bf) - SELLS OUT IN AN HOUR! SECOND RELEASE - $30 (+bf) - SELLS FAST THIRD RELEASE - $40 (+bf) ON THE DOOR ADMISSION - $50 + EFTPOS FEE (Card or Cash) DOORS OPEN AT 11:45PM AND OPEN TILL LATE (6:00AM) LGBTQIA+ Safe space but all welcome! We would like to acknowledge the Gadigal of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of this land and pay our respects to the Elders both past and present. Information Source: POPPERZ | eventbrite

Join us with Farhat Kalsoom Javid for a fascinating and intricate card making session! Farhat entered into cardmaking for that necessary ‘me time’ that we all need. Now it has become her passion and wherever she goes and whatever she sees, she is always thinking of new ways to style these beautiful cards. We will be offering 4 short 45-minutes card making workshops throughout the day. There are 12 spaces in each workshop, they will be open to those who have booked through our Eventbrite and are on our list. Parents will need to show proof of each child’s booking confirmation. Please ensure you book onto specific times for the workshops: Workshop 1 at 10:15am, booking link here Workshop 2 at1:30pm, booking link here Workshop 3 at 2:15pm, booking link here THIS IS THE LISTING FOR Workshop 4 at 3:00pm If you don't arrive on time, we will allow to fill the spaces by other participants after 10min on the day. This event is part of the Muslim Women's Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Join us with Farhat Kalsoom Javid for a fascinating and intricate card making session! Farhat entered into cardmaking for that necessary ‘me time’ that we all need. Now it has become her passion and wherever she goes and whatever she sees, she is always thinking of new ways to style these beautiful cards. We will be offering 4 short 45-minutes card making workshops throughout the day. There are 12 spaces in each workshop, they will be open to those who have booked through our Eventbrite and are on our list. Parents will need to show proof of each child’s booking confirmation. Please ensure you book onto specific times for the workshops: THIS IS THE LISTING FOR Workshop 1 at 10:15am Workshop 2 at1:30pm, booking link here Workshop 3 at 2:15pm, booking link here Workshop 4 at 3:00pm, booking link here If you don't arrive on time, we will allow to fill the spaces by other participants after 10min on the day. This event is part of the Muslim Women's Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

How To Talk About Love What is love? In poetry, songs, fiction, movies, psychology, and philosophy, love has been described, admired, lamented, and dissected in endless ways. Is love based on physical attraction? Does it bring out our better selves? How does it relate to sex? Is love divine? Plato's Symposium is one of the oldest, most influential, and most profound explorations of such questions-it is even the source of the idea of Platonic love. How to Talk about Love introduces and presents the key passages and central ideas of Plato's philosophical dialogue in a lively and highly readable new translation, which also features the original Greek on facing pages. The Symposium is set at a fictional drinking party during which prominent Athenians engage in a friendly competition by delivering improvised speeches in praise of Eros, the Greek god of love and sex. The aristocrat Phaedrus, the legal expert Pausanias, the physician Eryximachus, the comic playwright Aristophanes, and the tragic poet Agathon-each by turn celebrates different aspects of love before Socrates proposes not to praise love but to tell the truth about it. In the final speech, the politician and libertine Alcibiades argues that Socrates himself is the epitome of love. Deftly capturing the essence and spirit of Plato's masterpiece, How to Talk about Love makes the Symposium more accessible and enjoyable than ever before. This is a free event to attend and will take place in the Benjamin Henry room on the third floor. Information Source: Blackwell's, Broad Street Oxford | eventbrite

Mad Song perform a characteristically varied programme of music from the last 40 years. The programme opens with Thomas Metcalf's Photogenia, specially written for the ensemble, and Jean-Louis Agobet's Eclisses. The second half of the concert then treads more familiar ground with two pieces drawing on ancient sources. Epigrams, a piano trio by the American composer Elliot Carter, is modelled on the ancient Greek literary form. Finally, the concert concludes with Grisey's virtuosic Talea, the title of which refers to the repeated rhythmic structures that underpin much medieval music. Thomas Metcalf: Photogenia (2025) (World Premiere) Jean-Louis Agobet: Eclisses (2008) Elliot Carter: Epigrams (2012) Gérard Grisey: Talea (1986) Information Source: Mad Song | eventbrite

Experience the ultimate tribute to emo music at The Emo Festival in Oxford. This event, scheduled for February 22, 2025, at the O2 Academy Oxford, promises a night filled with teenage nostalgia as a live band and DJs play all the iconic emo hits. From live performances to confetti showers, immerse yourself in the angsty atmosphere surrounded by fellow enthusiasts. Remember, this standing event is for ages 14 and above, with under 18s requiring adult supervision. Please be aware that tickets, priced between £17.74 and £24.25, are non-refundable unless the event is rescheduled or canceled. The Emo Festival celebrates the essence of emo music and is not officially affiliated with the artists mentioned. For any inquiries or support, feel free to reach out to the dedicated team. Don't miss out on this unforgettable night of emo anthems – secure your tickets now!

Join us for a special art exhibition showcasing the work of Asmaa AlNeama, who uses glass, mirrors and wood to create artwork. This event is part of the Muslim Women’s Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Join us for an exciting activity for children and adults and create marble painting with Rabia Avci! Come along to the festival and join ebru marble workshop with one of our Muslim Women Artists - Rabia Avci! Practice with Rabia, as she is making a demonstration of her beautiful paintings. Workshop suitable for adults and children. There are 2 workshops on the day. Morning Workshop - 10:00am - 12pm - book here. This is the listing for the Afternoon Workshop at 12:30pm - 1:30pm This event is part of the Muslim Women's Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Experience the grandeur of Verdi's Messa da Requiem at the Oxford Orpheus Concert taking place at the prestigious Oxford Town Hall on February 22, 2025. Immerse yourself in the powerful and emotive performance by talented musicians in the historic city of Oxford. Tickets for this exceptional musical event range from £7.50 to £15, offering an affordable opportunity to witness a truly memorable evening of classical music. Don't miss out on this extraordinary cultural experience in the heart of Oxford.

Come and join in this fun and enjoyable creative art workshop where you will have the fantastic opportunity to make a beautiful unique personal piece of artwork to take away. In the session, you will be encouraged to explore and express your personal creativity by taking inspiration from designs of the mosaic world, books and artwork. You will design your own pattern and inlay a wide choice of materials (mosaic tiles, mirrors, beads, sequins, buttons, glass stones, shells, jewellery parts, upcycled items) on a wooden frame. Please feel free to bring anything you would like to use to embellish. Art Exhibition 10:30am - 3pm Free to attend, tickets here. Art Workshop 2 - 4pm This event is part of the Muslim Women’s Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Hafifa Ahmed is a Leeds-based artist who makes paintings, sculpture and installation pieces that blend physical and digital matter which explore issues of Memory, Text and Narrative. Hafifa develops ideas through research and practice-based making, telling stories through her work. This event is part of the Muslim Women’s Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Join us for a relaxing session of art movement therapy, with two art therapists from Yaran North West. They will engage with the audience, invite them to paint and share how movement can help us to relax. The workshop will end with a celebration of a big picture painted by our participants and artists. This event is part of the Muslim Women’s Arts Festival.This event is part of the Muslim Women’s Arts Festival Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Explore West Bromwich Albion v Oxford United sporting information for 22nd February, as well as links for Football tickets and more with Fixture Calendar. West Bromwich Albion, affectionately known as The Baggies, are a professional football team based in the West Midlands of England. Founded in 1878, the team has a long and storied history in English football, having spent the majority of their existence in the top-flight division. They are currently competing in the Premier League, which is considered to be one of the most prestigious football competitions in the world. The team has won numerous accolades over the years, including an FA Cup and five League Cups. They also hold the record for winning the most games in a single Premier League season. The Baggies have a strong and dedicated fanbase, with their home stadium, The Hawthorns, regularly filled to its maximum capacity of over 26,000 spectators. The team has produced talented players such as Cyrille Regis, Premier League1 Robson, and Peter Odemwingie, who have all made significant contributions to the team's success. With their rich history and competitive spirit, West Bromwich Albion continues to be a formidable force in the world of football. Oxford United Football Club is a professional football team based in Oxford, England. The team was founded in 1893 and has since then been a member of the English Football League. They currently compete in League One, the third tier of English football. Over the years, Oxford United has developed a strong fan base and has won several accolades, including the Football League Cup in 1986. The team has produced notable players such as James Constable, Kemar Roofe, and Curtis Nelson. The home stadium for Oxford United is the Kassam Stadium, which has a capacity of over 12,000 spectators. With a rich history and talented players, Oxford United continues to be a competitive force in English football. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

We are delighted to present the artworks of the winners of the first MACFEST’s Muslim Arts Awards: Mahvish Javed, Carol Souza, Shireen Malik, Mohamad Aaqib Anvarmia and Atefeh Seifi! This event is part of the Muslim Women’s Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Bring your children along to this fun packed, colourful and creative face painting session with Kinga. This event is part of the Muslim Women’s Arts Festival. This event is part of the Muslim Women's Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Come and join in this fun and enjoyable creative art workshop where you will have the fantastic opportunity to make a beautiful unique personal piece of artwork to take away. In the session, you will be encouraged to explore and express your personal creativity by taking inspiration from designs of the mosaic world, books and artwork. You will design your own pattern and inlay a wide choice of materials (mosaic tiles, mirrors, beads, sequins, buttons, glass stones, shells, jewellery parts, upcycled items) on a wooden frame. Please feel free to bring anything you would like to use to embellish it. This event is part of the Muslim Women’s Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Join us for an art exhibition by Mahvish Javed from Altrincham. This event is part of the Muslim Women’s Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Join us with Farhat Kalsoom Javid for a fascinating and intricate card making session! Farhat entered into cardmaking for that necessary ‘me time’ that we all need. Now it has become her passion and wherever she goes and whatever she sees, she is always thinking of new ways to style these beautiful cards. We will be offering 4 short 45-minutes card making workshops throughout the day. There are 12 spaces in each workshop, they will be open to those who have booked through our Eventbrite and are on our list. Parents will need to show proof of each child’s booking confirmation. Please ensure you book onto specific times for the workshops: Workshop 1 at 10:15am, booking link here Workshop 2 at1:30pm, booking link here THIS IS THE LISTING FOR Workshop 3 at 2:15pm Workshop 4 at 3:00pm, booking link here If you don't arrive on time, we will allow to fill the spaces by other participants after 10min on the day. This event is part of the Muslim Women's Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Join us for an exciting calligraphy demonstration for children with Farzana Patel from Blackburn. This event is part of the Muslim Women’s Arts Festival. There are 3 workshops on the day. Morning Workshop starts at 10:30am - tickets here This Workshop starts at 12pm Late Afternoon Workshop starts at 2pm - tickets here This event is part of the Muslim Women's Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Join us with Farhat Kalsoom Javid for a fascinating and intricate card making session! Farhat entered into cardmaking for that necessary ‘me time’ that we all need. Now it has become her passion and wherever she goes and whatever she sees, she is always thinking of new ways to style these beautiful cards. We will be offering 4 short 45-minutes card making workshops throughout the day. There are 12 spaces in each workshop, they will be open to those who have booked through our Eventbrite and are on our list. Parents will need to show proof of each child’s booking confirmation. Please ensure you book onto specific times for the workshops: Workshop 1 at 10:15am, booking link here THIS IS THE LISTING FOR Workshop 2 at1:30pm Workshop 3 at 2:15pm, booking link here Workshop 4 at 3:00pm, booking link here If you don't arrive on time, we will allow to fill the spaces by other participants after 10min on the day. This event is part of the Muslim Women's Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Join us for an exciting calligraphy demonstration for children with Farzana Patel from Blackburn. This event is part of the Muslim Women’s Arts Festival. Workshop suitable for adults and children. There are 3 workshops on the day. Morning Workshop starts at 10:30am - tickets here Afternoon Workshop starts at 12pm - tickets here This Workshop starts at 2pm This event is part of the Muslim Women's Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Join us for an exciting calligraphy demonstration for children with Farzana Patel from Blackburn. This event is part of the Muslim Women’s Arts Festival. Workshop suitable for adults and children. There are 3 workshops on the day. This Workshop starts at 10:30 am Afternoon Workshop starts at 12pm - tickets here Late Afternoon Workshop starts at 2pm - tickets here This event is part of the Muslim Women's Arts Festival. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

The Orpheus Special Event is set to take place at the prestigious Oxford Town Hall in the city of Oxford on February 22, 2025. This highly anticipated event will bring together renowned speakers and experts in the field to discuss and explore the latest trends and developments. Join us for a day of insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and valuable knowledge sharing. Don't miss this unique opportunity to be a part of the Orpheus Special Event at Oxford Town Hall.

In this workshop, motifs and designs from The Silk Road ( Iran, Uzbekistan, Turkey etc) will be used to produce a Silk Painting. A briefing will be given by Aysha on how Silk is produced and its origins. Also, she will touch upon the origins of the motifs used. Aysha will demonstrate how to apply the design to the Silk fabric from a drawing, followed by techniques of filling in with Silk paints. This workshop is beginner-friendly and suitable for children 7+ years of age ( accompanied by an adult if 7-11 years old). Suitable for adults. About Aysha Aysha classes herself as a Multidisciplinary Artist/ Creative Practitioner as her practice consists of Painting, Textiles and Mixed Media. She teaches Arts and Crafts to different groups ( Age Friendly , Womens Groups, Children, Families). The workshops she teaches are mainly textile based such as Silk painting, Felting and Mixed Media. Her work is mainly Nature inspired. She has taught in many Primary schools as an Artist in Schools. She currently teaches regularly at the Whitworth Art Gallery on their Handmade programme and is a regular artist for UnityArts Manchester. She is on the Whitworth Art Gallery’s Advisory Group. Information Source: MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival. | eventbrite

Exciting news for wrestling fans in Botley! The highly anticipated United Wrestling Oxford event is making a comeback at the renowned Tap Social Movement venue on North Hinksey Lane. Stay updated for more details on this thrilling event happening on February 23, 2025. Ticket prices range from £11.55 to £44.04, offering options for every budget. Don't miss out on this action-packed event - mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable night of wrestling entertainment!