Blenheim Palace has been home to the Dukes of Marlborough since 1705, and is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.

It is the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.

The Palace is surrounded by 2,000 acres of 'Capability' Brown parkland and formal gardens.

Tours, exhibitions and annual events showcase the splendour of 'Britain's Greatest Palace'

OX5 Run

26 March 2023

This is an annual five-mile fun run around the grounds of Blenheim Palace and fundraiser for Oxford Children's Hospital

Easter Eggstravaganza

7 to 10 April 2023 (Easter Weekend)

The chance to explore the gardens on a easter egg hunt and take part in fun family friendly activities including circus skills and 'street' entertainment.

Jousting Tournament

29 April to 1st May

An annual weekend of jousting tournaments along with other old English traditions like archery and watch falconry.

Giffords Circus

18 to 30 May 2023

This village green circus travels the UK with colourful acrobats, jugglers, horses, clowns and musicians.

www.giffordscircus.com

Blenheim Palace Food Festival

27 to 29 May 2023

A gastronomic weekend with food and drink along with top chefs and producers.

Blenheim Palace Triathlon

3 and 4 June 2023

An annual triathlon in the Palace grounds

Nocturne Live in the Great Court

14 to 18 June 2023

A series of live performances in The Great Court

Blenheim Palace Flower Show

23 to 25 June 2023

The three-day show, in the grounds of Blenheim Palace, showcases the best of British gardening.

Battle Proms Concert

1 July 2023

This annual musical celebration showcases a spectacular display of fireworks, spitfires and infantry.

EV Live at Blenheim Palace

7 to 9 July

The electric vehicle (EV) event gives car lovers insights with driver experiences

Salon Prive Classic and Supercar Day

3 September 2023

This family-friendly annual event will give visitors the opportunity to see the world's most impressive super cars and classic motors.

Hundreds of cars will be on display along with bars and live entertainment and hill sprints racing through the parkland.

Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials

14 to 17 September 2003

The four-day equestrian event is a highlight in the UK eventing calendar and includes dressage, cross country and show jumping.

Autumn Fest at Blenheim Palace

30 September to 1 October 2023

This will be the third year this family friendly event with a Michaelmas Market, live music and activities for youngsters as well as demonstrations and talks highlighting environmental groups in the region.

Halloween After Dark Trail

20 to 31 October 2023

As dusk falls there is the chance to wander along the illuminated trail.

Christmas at Blenheim Palace

17 November 2023 to 2 January 2024

An illuminated trail in the gardens and parkland, the Palace rooms adorned with decorations and a Christmas market in the Great Court.

Useful links

​ www.blenheimpalace.com/whats-on/