Oxford Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Oxford and surrounding areas
Oxford showcases the Christmas season near recognizable sites like the Square and the Ole Miss campus with Holiday lights and festive events that welcome visitors. You’ll find Holly Jolly Holidays, Dirty Santa Sipps and the Oxford Christmas Parade among the season’s highlights. Stroll illuminated streets, browse holiday markets, enjoy live performances and Santa visits, and join community activities like tree lightings and parades that bring neighbors together for cozy seasonal celebrations.
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Christmas Lights
6 eventsAnnual holiday festival with ice skating and light displays
Christmas Markets
5 eventsTour decorated homes and shop a holiday market supporting local charities.
Christmas Activities
9 eventsAnnual Christmas parade with festive floats and marching bands.
Editor's Picks (6)
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Holly Jolly Holidays
Annual holiday festival with ice skating and light displays
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Holiday Wonders at the Garden
(Memphis)
Spectacular holiday light displays in a botanical garden setting.
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Collierville Christmas Parade
(Collierville)
Annual Christmas parade with festive floats and marching bands.
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The Enchanted Forest Festival of Trees
(Memphis)
Magical forest with animated characters and festive holiday displays.
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Christmas at Graceland
(Memphis)
Elvis Presley's Graceland decorated for the holidays
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Dirty Santa Sipps
Holiday 'Dirty Santa' gift exchange and drinks
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Christmas Shows Near Oxford
Christmas shows, theater performances, and holiday entertainment in Oxford.
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Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Oxford.
Dirty Santa Sipps
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Oxford Christmas FAQ
The city center often hosts large Christmas markets and festive light switch-on events. Various colleges and community groups also organize their own popular seasonal gatherings.
While many traditions are shared, Oxford's unique charm comes from its historic university setting, often incorporating college events and carol services into the festive season.
The city center always has impressive public displays, and many residential streets in areas like Jericho or North Oxford are known for their charming, locally decorated homes.
Central Oxford, particularly around the Covered Market and Broad Street, is a prime location for Christmas markets. Keep an eye out for pop-up artisan markets in various squares and community spaces.
Wandering through the illuminated city center, enjoying festive window displays, and attending free carol services are great budget-friendly options. Many churches offer free seasonal events.
Look for family-friendly Christmas shows at venues like the New Theatre, Santa meet-and-greets at local attractions, and the general festive atmosphere of the city center markets.