Oxford Improv Festival 2026

Schedule

Thu, 29 Jan, 2026 at 04:30 pm to Sun, 01 Feb, 2026 at 11:55 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Old Fire Station, 40 George St, OX1 2AQ Oxford, United Kingdom | Oxford, EN

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Get ready for the Second Oxford Improvisation Festival!
TICKETS NOW ON SALE VIA OLD FIRE STATION WEBSITE!
From Thursday 29 Jan to Sunday 1 Feb 2026, join us for four days of acting, comedy, laughter, creativity, and spontaneous fun! This festival is a collaboration between Oxford’s top improv comedy troupes, offering improv for everyone– whether you want to watch the shows or jump in.
What's Happening:
✨12 Workshops (day time) – Learn new skills, try improv for the first time, or sharpen your stagecraft.
✨8 Shows (late afternoon/evening)– Be inspired and entertained by hilarious, unscripted shows.
✨ Improv Jam and Improv Lounge-We kick off the festival with an open, joy-filled night where anyone can play. Guided by our Jam Captains, this welcoming show invites volunteers to jump on stage for fast, funny games or cheer from the crowd. No pressure, just laughter, surprises, and the perfect festival buzz. Lounge is a relaxed space top play, socialise and learn more about Improv.
Whether you’re an experienced improviser, a curious beginner, or just love to laugh, there’s a place for you here! Let’s continue building this vibrant community together, one scene, one workshop and one shared laugh at a time.
📅 Dates: Thurs 29 Jan – Sun 1 Feb 2026
📍 Location: The Old Fire Station, Oxford, UK
Don’t miss out on the city’s biggest celebration of improv!
https://oxfordimprovfest.com/ https://oldfirestation.org.uk/
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