THINGS TO DO IN WOODSTOCK
BLENHEIM PALACE
Blenheim Palace attracts visitors from across the globe. The palace was built between 1705 and 1722. This magnificent palace is home of the Duke of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Today, the palace entertains many hundreds of thousands of visitors each year with tours of the palace and it’s grounds as well as hosting a variety of events including the Game Fair, The Literary Festival, The Blenheim Food Festival, Blenheim Triathlon, Blenheim Flower Show, The Nocturne Concerts, The Battle Proms and many more.
For more information about the attractions and visitor information please visit Blenheim Palace website.
WOODSTOCK EVENTS - 2026/2027
WOODSTOCK EVENTS
17th to 20th September 2026 – Blenheim Palace Horse Trials
The Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials is an important date in the calendar. World class competing, shopping, entertainment and lots more.
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Halloween at Blenheim Palace
Spooky attractions at Blenheim Palace. There’s a wide range of Halloween attractions to experience from tours, Pumpkin Trail and the Ghost Train.
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13th November 2026 to 3rd January 2027 – Christmas at Blenheim Palace
Christmas at Blenheim Palace is a great time to visit. There are lots of festive activities and seasonal attractions for visitors.
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Woodstock A Night of a Thousand Candles
Turning on the Woodstock Christmas illuminations in style. The town gathers for music, theatre, candles, chestnuts, mulled wine and more. If your staying with us this weekend, it’s not to be missed.
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Woodstock Festive Fayre
A festive shopping weekend set in the historic St Mary Magdelens Church.
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13th November 2026 to 3rd January 2027 – Christmas at Blenheim Palace
Christmas at Blenheim Palace is a great time to visit. There are lots of festive activities and seasonal attractions for visitors.
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November to December – Christmas Market at Blenheim Palace
The Christmas Market at Blenheim Palace includes sampling food and drink, Christmas carols and festive entertainment from 10am – 18.00
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January Events to be confirmed
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Easter at Blenheim Palace
Come and enjoy Easter Egg hunt and lots of fun at Blenheim Palace 
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Easter Weekend
Visit Blenheim Palace in the Walled Garden for a weekend of Easter trails, face-painting, circus skills, archery, street entertainment, balloon modelling, a fun fair and special appearances from Easter Bunny throughout the weekend.
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8th May to 18th May 2026 – Gifford Circus
Giffords Circus is a magical village green circus that tours England from the first days of spring to the first glimpse of winter. The 2023 show will evoke the sights and sounds of rural Mexico with incredible art, music, history, and people as the inspiration.
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2nd to 4th May 2026 – Spring Jousting Tournament
Spectacular May bank holiday jousting battles. The jousting is accompanied by falconry, horse riding, puppet shows and much more. If you would like to check availability for accommodation, please check our bookings.
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17th May 2026 – Blenheim 7K Fun Run
Visit Blenheim and join their fun run this year as they celebrate the 25th anniversary of the publication of the first Harry Potter book, with the 7k route extended* to ‘fly’ past the iconic ‘Harry Potter’ tree. The route will take a magical loop around the trails and paths of the Palace, including the spectacular lakeside section.
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23rd to 25th May 2026 Blenheim Palace Food Festival
The event is bursting with delicious produce from a wide variety of local and national stallholders. Alongside artisan treats and homemade delights (of which there’ll be heaps of vegan and vegetarian options) there’ll be craft beers, cocktails and mocktails.
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6th to 7th June 2026 Blenheim Palace Triathlon
We welcome competitors and spectators every
year to the stunning surroundings of Blenheim Palace to take part in one of the most spectacular triathlons in Europe, set against the backdrop of a World Heritage Site.
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27th June – 4th July 2026 Blenheim Palace Music Festival
This is normally a sell out event located in fabulous court of Blenheim Palace. Lionel Ritchei will be playing for 2 nights of music at Blenheim Palace.
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27th June – 4th July 2026 Blenheim Palace Music Festival
This is normally a sell out event located in fabulous court of Blenheim Palace. Michael Bublé, Katy Perry, Alanis Morissette, Teddy Swims and Pete Tong Ibiza Classics will be playing for amazing night of music at Blenheim Palace.
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August Events to be confirmed
