Indie Events in Oxford: January 2025
We hope you’re having an amazing Christmas break, finding some time to relax and enjoy hanging out with friends and family. If you’re looking ahead to the new year and keen to start some new hobbies, exercise routines or just eager to get out of the house again, here’s your round up of awesome indie things to do in Oxfordshire in January 2025.
Have a very happy New Year Indie Oxford community!
Head into the new year with Independent Oxford’s events for this January. >>




Adult Museum Late: Burns Night 2025
Join The Story Museum for a Burns Night with a difference!
Celebrate the legacy of Robert Burns, the Scottish Literary Hero, and immerse yourself in the atmospheric Whispering Wood with dramatic poetry readings.
Saturday 25th January, 7:00 pm

Drawing, Painting, and Printmaking Classes
Don’t miss out on these incredible adult art classes at ArtOxford.
These are held every other Saturday. You have the chance to learn about drawing, painting, and printmaking techniques, be inspired, and develop your artistic skills.
Starting Saturday 11th January, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Emily Holye: The Chapel Exhibition
Make sure not to miss out on this exhibition at The North Wall Arts Centre!
Explore a diverse collection of paintings, drawings, and sculptures by Emily Hoyle. Emily draws inspiration from a wide range of sources influenced by archetypal stories across theology, art history, literature, and psychology. Entry is free!
Wednesday 8th January to Saturday 18th January

Abstract/ Narrative Exhibition
Sarah Wiseman Gallery is starting its 2025 exhibition programme with the group show, Abstract/Narrative.
The exhibition will present 6 abstract artists and examine the narratives that underpin their creative practice. This show includes painting, printmaking, ceramic, and sculpture.
Thursday 16th January to Saturday 15th February

Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training
Interested in learning to teach Vinyasa Yoga?
The UK’s leading Vinyasa Yoga Teacher, Alessandro Gozzi is hosting a 200-hour training at YogaVenue. You have a chance to learn the skills, techniques, and knowledge to become a skilled Yoga teacher.
Monday 20th January, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm



Head to the Indie Oxford events page to see what else is happening in the indie network.
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