Blenheim Palace

BLENHEIM PALACE

Blenheim Palace is hosting a series of exciting outdoor events and fun activities this summer. From drive-in movie nights and knights in shining armour to wilderness camps and flying fairies, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. All set against the stunning backdrop of this magnificent Oxfordshire UNESCO World Heritage Site.

SUMMER EVENTS

The Luna Drive-In Cinema - 6th - 24th May

Following the fantastically popular 2020 Summer Season, The Luna Drive In Cinema is back for a sequel. Enjoy a classic movie on the big screen from the comfort of your own car. With state-of-the-art in car speakers and high-definition outdoor screens, you won’t miss a moment of the action – whether that’s Baby and Johnny having the time of their life in Dirty Dancing or going Back to the Future in a DeLorean at 88 miles per hour. You can even treat yourself to delicious hot food on site or pre-order a Luna Hamper jam-packed with tasty retro treats.

Camp Wilderness - 31st May - 27th August

Throughout the summer, Camp Wilderness, offers back-to-basics three and five-day residential camping experiences for children aged 8 – 14 years, in the heart of Blenheim’s ancient woodland. Held in safari-style tented camps, days at camp are spent participating in a host of different activities, from traditional fire-lighting and shelter-building to archery and survival scenarios. Whilst evenings are spent enjoying bush tucker feasts, playing games and roasting marshmallows over the campfire. Plus new for 2021 share the adventure with a Camp Wilderness Family Experience.

Jousting Tournament - 29th - 31st May

Colourful banners flying in the wind, the sound of thundering hooves along the ground with the clash of lance upon shield. The Knights of Middle England take you back to the exciting and colourful era of the Middle Ages with their action packed, high octane Jousting and Stunt Show. With over 20 years’ experience in live stunt shows, equestrian displays and activity days The Knights of Middle England are a professional team of stunt riders, performers, actors and combatants who bring the much-fabled sport of jousting full tilt into the 21st century.

Giffords Circus - 3rd - 7th June

The Hooley: expect ancient Celtic magic in a world of flying fairies, naughty leprechauns, wild horses, Celtic music and dancing that will create the most joyful Irish shindig. Following the show Giffords unique travelling restaurant, Circus Sauce, will be open serving three-course hearty locally-sourced

seasonal feasts and new for this year - there is a licensed bar and all socially distanced.

Blenheim Palace Flower Show - 25th - 27th June

A riot of colour, fragrance and weird and wonderful plants, the 20,000 square foot Grand Floral Pavilion forms the centrepiece of the Show and features the UK’s finest nurseries and growers giving expert advice and gardening ideas. Visitors can enjoy Garden Talks with experts and enthusiasts, fabulous food and drink as well as more than 300 exhibitors, an outdoor Plant Village and live entertainment. New for 2021 is Floral Street, the perfect place to discover your favourite plants, flowers and an array of gardening goodies.

Paws at the Palace 3rd - 4th July

The UK’s largest and fastest growing festival devoted to dogs and their owners is bringing its unique brand of family-friendly canine fun and games is coming to Blenheim Palace. Packed with everything dog-related, Paws at the Palace includes arena displays, dog training experts, have-a-go activities, breed clubs and loads of fun competitions. There will also be a huge range of products on offer and dog-brands represented, with around 150 exhibitors selling everything from leads, pet food and treats, diet & health advice, toys, health supplements, coats, grooming products, photography and much more. Pre’ 50 American Auto Club Rally of the Giants - 11th July With well over 400 classic American vehicles attending, including some of the finest examples to be found anywhere in Europe, dating from the early years of 20th century motoring through to the present day, the Rally of the Giants is the must visit event for anyone with an interest and passion for American cars and trucks. Visitors from all over the UK and many parts of continental Europe gather to celebrate in a laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere and have a great time.

Blenheim Palace Food Festival - 20th - 22nd August

This gastronomic festival will showcase the very best of produce from local and national stallholders offering high quality, tempting food choices from indulgent sweet treats to the most delicious organic fruit and veg, glorious bakes to the tastiest street food. The Festival Kitchen and Marquee has a full programme of demonstrations, Q&As, workshops and book signings. Special guests include BBC Masterchef Champions Kenny Tutt and Thomas Frake. Great British Bake-Off contestant Karen Wright and Eva Humphries, Wholefood Warrior alongside many other celebrity chefs and food & drink experts. Family friendly activities and entertainment will be available throughout the weekend plus the stunning parkland is the perfect spot to enjoy a picnic of food and drink from the festival.