Oxford's Christmas Light Festival

This annual festival of arts, culture, community and Christmas fun returns for 2024. The programme includes festive events such as lantern parades, light and sound installations, performances, craft and street food stalls, workshops and more in locations throughout the city.

There is plenty going on for children and their families. Check out the music workshops for families at Oxford Hub or Oxford Lights Crafternoon at Weston Library. Children aged over 11 years may enjoy Fantasy Futures: Guardians of Oxford – a family-friendly, monster-themed interactive experience in a multisensory gamified environment.

Many events are free but booking may be required.

Please see the website of Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival for the full programme of events with dates, times and other details.