Magdalen Road Village Summer Festival in Oxford photos

Rain failed to dampen spirits at the third consecutive event held on Saturday, June 6.

The annual event, designed to boost support for independent street-side traders, is backed by a host of unique events and activities for all the family.

Highlights included a flea market at the Magdalen Arms, pop-up plant sales, a beekeeping Q&A at Wild Honey and an art market at Magdalen Road Studios.

Magdalen Road Village Summer Festival in Oxford, 2026 (Image: Ed Nix)

All smiles at the Magdalen Road Village Summer Festival (Image: Ed Nix)

Magdalen Road Village Summer Festival in Oxford took place over the weekend. (Image: Ed Nix)

Magdalen Road Village Summer Festival in Oxford, 2026 (Image: Ed Nix)

There was plenty to see and do at the festival (Image: Ed Nix)

Oxford East’s MP Anneliese Dodds and Oxford mayor Chewe Munkonge also popped down to enjoy the festivities.

A statement from the organisers after the event said: “Some more festival moments from a very memorable Magdalen Road Village Festival.

“The street was packed with brilliant music, fantastic food, busy market stalls, our amazing independent retailers and that unmistakable Magdalen Road spirit.”

It added a “big thank you” to the volunteers, performers, traders, organisers, people who donated and attended the festival.

“It was a real community effort and we’re so grateful to everyone who gave their time, energy and enthusiasm to create such a memorable day,” the organisers added.

“The weather may have had other ideas, but Magdalen Road showed exactly what community looks like – people coming together, supporting local businesses, sharing good food, great music and plenty of smiles, whatever the forecast.”