15 Things To Do In Oxford: December 2023
‘Tis the season to be jolly and towns and villages across the county are aglow with twinkling lights. Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a warming mulled wine as you enjoy tree-mendous indie events across the county.
Here’s the Independent Oxford top tips for things to do in Oxfordshire this December. >>
LORDS AT CHRISTMAS
LORDS Fragrance House will be popping up at John Lewis, located by the Christmas section of the 1st floor, by the escalators. A chance to buy ultimate stocking fillers, gorgeous gifts, even a spray to spritz your fake tree. The ‘Abernethy Forest’ is Christmas in a scent.
11th – 17th December 10:00 – 21:00
WASTE2TASTE WINTER FAIR
Announcing Waste2Taste‘s very first Winter Fair. A showcase of local artists, producers, crafters, growers and small businesses of all kind.
The winter fair will be held at the new Waste2Taste café at the Shotover View Centre, which will also be open serving drinks and cakes.
2nd December 10:30-14:30
ART@XMAS
An opportunity to see and buy exclusive and original Art from Nic Vickery and other local professional artists.
You will find work to delight and inspire, hand painted cards and prints, exquisite rings, sculpture for the home and garden and unique ceramics.
9-10th December 11:00 – 16:00
FELT CHRISTMAS DECORATION WORKSHOP
A hands-on workshop in partnership with Rebecca and Biba Klico. Relax and enjoy a festive evening of making your own unique festive felt decoration or ornament with a Y.O.U Underwear twist!
Rebecca and Biba are a mother-daughter artistic duo based in Oxfordshire. They run their own studio where they teach and create their own artwork including ceramics, print and painting!
7th December 18:00 – 19:30
CRANSTON PICKLES X SILVIE
Cranston Pickles can’t wait to be back at the gorgeous Silvie to cook up a storm! In true Cranston Pickles style the menu for the night will be a celebration of all things seasonal and local, with small plates to mix and match, while showcasing the preserves throughout each dish and showing wonderful ways to use preserves in your cooking!
9th December 18:00 – 21:00
INTRODUCTION TO TABLE LOOM WEAVING WORKSHOP
Learn to weave beautiful handwoven cloth at The Oxford Weaving Studio, by understanding how to plan a warp, dress a table loom and weave interesting patterns and textures!
This 2-day workshop offers a rare opportunity to learn how to weave from an experienced weaver working in the field of contemporary weaving and be inspired to create some wonderful hand-woven samples of your own!
7th & 8th December 09:30 – 16:30
CHESS AND CHEERS AT THE COVERED MARKET
Join the Hoyle’s x Tap Social Chess Night at the heart of The Covered Market on the first Thursday of every month.
Whether you’re a solo strategist or with a fellow chess enthusiast in tow, everyone is welcome at the table. Enjoy 10% off your favourite drinks at Market Tap during the event.
7th December 19:00
CHRISTMAS JUMPER DASH
Join The Project PT in Florence Park for the inaugural Christmas Jumper Run! The Elves will have set out a half or full mile course for everyone to walk, jog, run, scoot, roll, ride, sleigh or however you want to get around!
The Christmas Jumper Run is not just for the marathon runners in Oxford, there will be a very exciting Treasure Hunt for all the family to take part in.
10th December
Head to the Indie Oxford events page to see what else is happening in the indie network.
Planning on attending one of these events? A great way to support local indies is by sharing their posts online and leaving reviews on Google and Facebook. Also, be sure to use #indieoxford on Instagram.
