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Enjoy concerts, talks, lectures and more in the unique setting of the Sheldonian Theatre

Browse what events are coming up at the Sheldonian

Please note that not every customer that hires the Sheldonian Theatre chooses to be included in this events calendar.

For all queries regarding events including the purchase of tickets, please contact the event organiser directly.  You can do so by clicking on your desired event listing below and following the links to their websites and contact information. 

Robert Harris

Robert Harris - Agrippa: Q&A and Reading

04 September
Join us for an evening with Robert Harris
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The Messiah Festival Choir with the Oxford Sinfonia at the Sheldonian Theatre

Handel's Messiah - The Messiah Festival Choir with the Oxford Sinfonia

07 September
A Tokyo-Oxford collaboration featuring the The Messiah Festival Choir, Japan and the Oxford Sinfonia (Free Concert)
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Oxford Open Doors at the Sheldonian Theatre

Oxford Open Doors

12 September
The Sheldonian Theatre is taking part in Oxford Preservation Trusts' Oxford Open Doors
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transform trauma

Transform Trauma Oxford 2026

14 September
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Marina Hyde: What A Time To Be Alive!

21 September
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Slavoj Žižek: Signs from the Future

10 October
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Mahler Symphony No. 4, Oxford Concert Orchestra

Mahler Symphony No.4 - Oxford Concert Orchestra

11 October
Oxford Concert Orchestra perform Mahler Symphony No.4 at the Sheldonian Theatre
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john simpson

John Simpson - The Leaders and Lunatics Tour

24 October
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michael lewis

Michael Lewis on Musk, Trump, DOGE, and the Deep State

18 November
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Mozart Symphony Orchestra - 'The Snowman' in Concert

21 December
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Students queue in their graduation gowns at the South Door of the Sheldonian Theatre

Attending graduation ceremonies at the Sheldonian Theatre

Please visit the dedicated ceremony web-pages for information and frequently asked questions about attending a graduation ceremony

More about ceremonies