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 - 2024/24
WOODSTOCK EVENTS
13th to 15th September 2024 – EV Live at Blenheim
For the second year an immersive electric vehicle event is coming to Blenheim Palace this May.
Do you want to find out more about Electric Vehicles?
If so, this new Electric Vehicle Experience event will be right up your street! With a wide range of electric cars available for free test drives and even more on display, you’ll have the chance to explore some of the latest and greatest electric options on the market.
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19th to 22nd September 2024 – 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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15th November 2024 to 1st January 2025 – 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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15th November 2024 to 1st January 2025 – 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 – Organ Recitals at Blenheim Palace 
Visit Blenheim on a Sunday and enjoy an organ recital in the beautiful setting of a palace!
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10th to 18th February 2024 – Kids eat free at Blenheim Palace
Free children’s meal with every adult meal purchased during half term.
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23th March to 30th June 2024 – Icons of British Fashion at Blenheim Palace
Come and enjoy seeing world icons of British Fashion showcase their clothes at Blenheim Palace.
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29th March to 1st April 2024 – Easter at Blenheim Palace
Come and enjoy Easter Egg hunt and lots of fun at Blenheim Palace 
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23th March to 30th June 2024 – Icons of British Fashion at Blenheim Palace
Come and enjoy seeing world icons of British Fashion showcase their clothes at Blenheim Palace.
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April 7th 2024 – 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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23rd March to 14th June 2024 – Icons of British Fashion at Blenheim Palace
Come and enjoy seeing world icons of British Fashion showcase their clothes at Blenheim Palace.
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4th to 6th May 2024 – 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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19th May 2024 – 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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25th to 27th May 2024 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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1st to 2nd June 2024 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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25th to 27th May 2024 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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23rd May to 3rd June 2024 – 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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14th – 18th June 2024 Blenheim Palace Nocturne Live
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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6th July 2024 – Blenheim Palace Battle Proms
Battle Proms Picnic Concerts is an open air concert set in the grounds of Blenheim Palace. Celebrations include music, fireworks, cannons calvary and Spitfire aircraft.
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29th – 31st August 2024 – Blenheim Palace Salon Privé
Salon Privé presents automotive style & elegance against the sensational back drop of historic Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire. It is the UK’s most exclusive automotive Garden Party as well as one of the most glamorous social occasions on the calendar.
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