Planning a summer escape or looking for local adventure? South Oxfordshire events July 2025 deliver a vibrant mix of music festivals, family activities, open-air art trails, and classic British traditions like the Henley Royal Regatta.

From Wallingford to Didcot and Henley-on-Thames, this guide takes you through the best events and experiences happening across the region in date order.

🚣‍♀️ Henley Royal Regatta – July 2–6

Where: Henley-on-Thames
This world-famous rowing event returns with five days of elite competition on the River Thames. Expect traditional dress codes, riverside picnics, and buzzing hospitality tents.

What to Expect:

• Rowing races featuring top international teams
• Riverside enclosures and ticketed hospitality
• Live music and post-race celebrations in town

Why Go?
It’s a quintessentially British summer experience—glamorous, athletic, and social.

🎨 OxTrail Art Installation – Begins July 6

Where: Across Oxfordshire, including South Oxfordshire
Back for summer 2025, OxTrail transforms streets, parks, and landmarks with large, decorated sculptures designed by local artists and schools.

What to Expect:

• Free art trail across towns and villages
• Family-friendly walking routes
• Great photo ops and interactive maps

Bonus: Trails help raise funds for charity while supporting local creatives.

🌿 Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park – All July

Where: Near Buckingham (easily accessible from South Oxfordshire)
Celebrate summer with animal encounters, tractor rides, and splash zones at Hogshaw Farm’s Summer on the Farm experience.

What to Expect:

• Straw bale playgrounds and splash pool fun
• Farm animal meet-and-greets
• Water fights and daily tractor rides

Perfect for: Families with toddlers and primary school-aged kids.

🎶 Foodies Festival Oxford – July 19–21

Where: Oxford (Oxford South Park)
A gourmet experience for the whole family, the Foodies Festival blends Michelin-star cooking demos with street food markets and live music.

What to Expect:

• Celebrity chef appearances
• Artisan food and drink stalls
• Kids’ cookery classes and live bands

Don’t Miss: Tasting tents, cocktail classes, and Bake-Off stars on the demo stage.

🕵️ Litterbug Detective Trails – July 19 – August 11

Where: Six locations across South Oxfordshire and Vale
Back by popular demand, these self-guided trails combine outdoor play with environmental awareness.

What to Expect:

• Fun scavenger hunts for litterbugs
• Free downloadable trail sheets
• Prizes for young “detectives”

Locations include: Didcot, Abingdon, Wallingford, and more.

🎉 Didcot Garden Party – July 27 – August 31

Where: Didcot
This month-long celebration brings together free and low-cost family events in parks and public spaces throughout Didcot.

What to Expect:

• Music and dance workshops
• Junior Bootcamp sessions
• Communities Come Together Day
• Outdoor performances and games

Why Go?
It’s inclusive, community-led, and packed with variety for all ages.

🎪 BunkFest (Wallingford) – Date TBC, Likely Late July

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Where: Wallingford
A free community festival rooted in folk music, BunkFest has grown into a multi-day event with live music, dance, craft markets, and food vendors.

Expect:

• Free entry
• Family-friendly entertainment
• River cruises with onboard bands

🌳 Wilderness Festival – July 31 – August 3

Where: Cornbury Park (just outside South Oxfordshire)
Although it starts at the end of July, Wilderness Festival is one of the biggest boutique festivals in the region.

What to Expect:

• Music, theatre, wellness & wild swimming
• Long-table banquets and gourmet feasts
• A lake for paddleboarding and floating saunas

Who It’s For:
Adventurous couples, foodie groups, and eco-conscious festivalgoers.

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🎯 Final Thoughts

From art trails and regattas to foodie festivals and splash zones, South Oxfordshire events July 2025 promise a memorable and varied summer. Whether you’re planning a local staycation or considering hosting visitors, July is the perfect month to dive into the best of what the region offers.