The Christmas Season

Choose unique gifts made locally as Oxfordshire artists host or take part in seasonal events across the county.
The venues below are listed in date order.
You can also enjoy our on-line Autumn-Winter Show and the Christmas Season on-line Art Trail exploring art and artist studios from the warmth of your home.

Upcoming events

Art & Craft

25 October to 26 October 2025
Submitted by Izabela Borzymowska

Art and Craft Fair offers:
Paintings, ceramics and crafts by local people
Refreshments, sandwiches and cakes at the Art Cafe
Charity preview drinks and canapés evening on 24th
Entry Saturday 25th and. . .

Watlington Photographers Collective Pop-up exhibition

30 October to 1 November 2025
Submitted by Dee Robinson

Five photographers, five very different styles, presenting an array of photographs, cards and boxes that make lovely Christmas gifts.

Alison Holmans (Stoneware and Porcelain- Home and garden ) and Eric White (Paintings:- nature, countryside and boats ) Christmas exhibition

1 November to 2 November 2025
Submitted by Alison Holmans

Oxfordshire Artweeks artists :
Alison Holmans with her stoneware ceramics and porcelain, for the home and garden; Unique, functional and sometimes quirky! Eric White known for his exemplary use. . .

Artweeks Weekend at The New House, Eynsham

1 November to 2 November 2025
Submitted by Eric White

An exciting exhibition of stoneware porcelain pottery by Alison Holmans and original artwork, prints and cards by Eric White. Stay for a while for a cuppa and cake.

Small & Colourful

1 November to 2 November 2025
Submitted by Nimmi Naidoo

Ceramics, painting, sculpture and jewellery in large rural gallery. Wilcote Art, Unit 4, Wilcote Riding. OX7 3DX. The postcode will take you to our car park. You are welcome to join us for drinks and. . .

5 Artisans @ No 14

3 November to 9 November 2025
Submitted by Alison Morris

A group exhibition in Woodstock: art, jewellery, pottery and sculpture by Janet Bird, Alison Morris, Louise Regan, Ronald Turner and Penny Varley. 14 Market Place, Woodstock OX20 1TA

Five Artisans at No. 14

3 November to 9 November 2025
Submitted by Louise Regan

Five artisans exhibiting together – jewellery, ceramics, 2D art and stone carving.

Small & Colourful

7 November to 9 November 2025
Submitted by Nimmi Naidoo

Ceramics, painting, sculpture, & jewellery in large rural gallery. Wilcote Art, Hunts Copse, Wilcote Riding, OX7 3DX. The postcode will take you to our car park.

Art and Craft Winter Festival 2025 (WOA Bampton)

8 November to 21 December 2025
Submitted by Dinah Trowbridge WOA

I will be exhibiting and selling my original paintings, prints and greetings cards alongside many other talented WOA members. Discover a unique collection of original decorative art and sculpture,. . .

Ceramics Open Studio Winter Sale

15 November to 16 November 2025
Submitted by Nigel Edwards

As part of Artweeks, I am again this year opening my ceramic studio
in Fernham for my winter sale.
My unique and local work is on display and for sale.
The studio sale is open on 15th and 16th. . .

Greyfriars Winter Market with the East Oxford Art Collective

15 November to 15 November 2025
Submitted by Bry Leighton

At least 10 local artists selling the perfect arty Christmas gifts.

East Oxford Art Collective Winter Market

15 November to 15 November 2025
Submitted by Kate Hipkiss OAS, OCG

Come join us for a festive celebration of local art at the Greyfriars church hall on Iffley Road. Our Winter Fair will feature a diverse selection of handmade crafts, artwork, and unique gifts perfect. . .

Etsy Christmas Market

16 November to 16 November 2025
Submitted by Bry Leighton

High quality art and craft gifts in beautiful surroundings.

Oxford Etsy Christmas Market

16 November to 16 November 2025
Submitted by Dinah Trowbridge WOA

I will be at the Etsy Christmas Market again this year, exhibiting and selling my original paintings, prints, greeting cards, coasters, ceramic tiles, and other gift items. Oxford Etsy Christmas. . .

Open Studio

21 November to 23 November 2025
Submitted by Josie Clouting

From the 21st to 23rd November discover vibrant landscape paintings, wheel thrown pottery and expressive prints by artist Josie Clouting and ceramicist Charlotte Smith.
Explore a working art studio,. . .

Wise Christmas Fair and Open Studio Event.

22 November to 22 November 2025
Submitted by Judith Yarrow OAS

Come and see over 15 artists, local food producers and crafts people under one roof with ample free parking.
on: Saturday November 22nd
at: Wise Investment, Chalford Park Barns, Oxford Road, Chipping. . .

The Cluster Christmas Crafts

22 November to 22 November 2025
Submitted by Lorraine Berkshire-Roe

There will be stalls outside under gazebos, with a great variety of a variety of gifts, Christmas decorations and crafts, with more stalls signing up.
It will be really festive, with great Christmas. . .

Rosara at Nicholson’s Christmas Fair

22 November to 22 November 2025
Submitted by Sue King

Sue King’s Art will be exhibited and on sale for one day at:
Rosara at Nicholson’s Christmas Fair, The. Park, North Aston, Bicester OX25 6HL
A selection of Greeting Cards, Calendars and ideas for. . .

Goring Craft Fair

22 November to 23 November 2025
Submitted by Wendy Reed

Friendly craft fair with an emphasis on genuine handmade crafts. Shop for Christmas presents while supporting local talented artists and crafters. Prints, photography, ceramics, jewellery, textiles,. . .

Made in Oxford Christmas Market

23 November to 23 November 2025
Submitted by Kate Hipkiss OAS, OCG

A wonderful selection of art, ceramics, jewellery and more from fantastic local makers.

Flo’s Christmas Market

28 November
Submitted by Bry Leighton

Art, gifts, crafts, and homewares from local Oxford makers.

Gloucester Green Art Fridays markets

28 November to 28 November 2025
Submitted by Bry Leighton

Local artists in the centre of Oxford.

Winter pop-up shop

29 November to 29 November 2025
Submitted by Fleur Enser

It is always nice to welcome old friends and new customers to my home for my Winter Pop-Up Shop. More handmade pots including new pieces after such a successful Artweeks event in May.

Cogges Christmas Market

29 November to 30 November 2025
Submitted by Chloe Romanos WOA

The sparkly season begins with the Cogges Christmas Market on 29 & 30 November, with two barns and a farmyard full of artisan crafts, gifts and homewares with a difference.
From ceramics to cakes. . .

Oxford Green Fair

29 November to 29 November 2025
Submitted by Bry Leighton

Arty and crafty Christmas gifts in the beautiful Town Hall.

Annual CLEARANCE studio sale

29 November to 30 November 2025
Submitted by Jane Strother OAS

Grand studio clearance sale! Framed and unframed oil or acrylic paintings. Come and find a bargain, many priced below £150, none over £250.
Street parking at weekends.

Andrew & Kerry Forkner Open Studio

29 November to 30 November 2025
Submitted by Andrew Forkner

Wildlife paintings, drawings, cards, books and prints; hand-dyed, quilted and embroidered textiles and jewellery. Husband and wife team exhibiting a varied display of work inspired by the natural. . .

Modern Makers Winter Market

29 November to 30 November 2025
Submitted by Kate Hipkiss OAS, OCG

Now in its sixth year, the Yattendon Winter Market has become a popular annual event for those who appreciate beautifully crafted objects and the talented individuals behind them. On Saturday 29 and. . .

EARTH TRUST CHRISTMAS MARKET

5 December to 6 December 2025
Submitted by Izabela Borzymowska

Christmas Market will be returning for another year and we are curating a fantastic range of stallholders, with a focus on nature, sustainability, and locally sourced products.

Arts in the Cotswolds Christmas Fair

5 December to 7 December 2025
Submitted by Sharon Highway

A collective of 27 Artists and Artisans including Ceramics, Art, Stone Mason, Jewellery, Journals, Glass, Mosaic, Printing, Black Smith, Mixed Media and much more! Lots of ideas for Christmas. . .

Gloucester Green Art Fridays markets

5 December to 5 December 2025
Submitted by Bry Leighton

Local artists in the centre of Oxford.

Eynsham Christmas Arts & Crafts Market

6 December to 7 December 2025
Submitted by Jane Tomlinson

Original handmade goodies from talented local artists and makers who focus on sustainability:
Will Banks – leather
Julie Sailing Free – painting, cards, mandala stones
Sherrey Tysom – Christmas plant. . .

Culworth Christmas Shopping Trail

6 December
Submitted by Louise Gustafson

The Culworth Christmas Shopping Trail is a festive day of local shopping and creativity, held throughout the village. Admission and car parking is free and visitors can explore over 40 indoor stalls,. . .

Art at Christmas (Summertown)

6 December to 7 December 2025
Submitted by Dinah Trowbridge WOA

Art at Christmas includes stands by 12 local artists who work in a range of mediums including ceramics, painting, jewellery, wood, printing, chocolate, candles and glass. Please see their names in. . .

Yes, I Have Bellows!

13 December to 23 December 2025
Submitted by Anne Mills

For that unique, special Christmas gift.
Please make a time to visit Anne’s workshop to test the whoosh and the comfortable hold of each bellows – then choose the one that suits. . .

Christmas Sketchbook Journal Workshop

14 December to 14 December 2025
Submitted by Lorraine Berkshire-Roe

’Tis the season to get sketching! Why not swap the stress of endless Christmas queues and the dread of online orders that won’t make it in time, for a relaxing morning of festive creativity? Join. . .

Ongoing events

Dispatches from the Floods: exhibition of drawings from the Thames and Cherwell

6 October to 12 December 2025
Submitted by Emma Coleman-Jones OAS

Dispatches from the floods: drawings from the Thames & Cherwell
Emma Coleman-Jones
Wolfson College, Oxford, OX2 6UD. Open daily 10am- 7pm. Visitors are advised to phone the college lodge on 01865. . .