Things To Do
Abingdon-on-Thames has lots to do at all times of year. There are activities by and on the Thames, fascinating buildings and history, charming gardens and parkland.
Come to Abingdon now for all the new release films in the town's new cinema - follow the link from The Abbey Cinema tab above and view all the films nominated for the Oscars and BFTA. There are two cinemas in the abbey part of town, one at Amey Theatre, a film society and other screenings.
Saturday 16th March from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm there will be an open day for clubs and societies in town. A large range of the organisations in the town directory of clubs on this site will be be represented and everyone considering getting involved in this social side of life is welcome to call in for ideas or a chat.
Abingdon's ATOM Science Festival runs from 16th March to 23rd March. This is a superb festival with nationally-known speakers. The town is a hub for physics, astronomy and many other scientific disciplines and the ATOM Science Society is involved in co-ordinating the events programme with experts.
Classical music the Maestro conducting masterclass 10th march links in with a competitive music festival 3rd to 5th May. Abingdon Jazz Festival is the weekend of 11th May.
There are markets, festivals and events throughout the year, especially a March to October programme. Our guides, information sheets and maps will help you plan your activities while you are visiting the town.
Rverside walks from a network of paths and the national trail on the doorstep are relaxing at all times of year. There are led walks on two Tuesdays each month. The water splash park and heated outdoor pool are open through late Spring and Summer until early September with a picnic area and somewhere for children to play nearby. An indoor leisure centre and outdoor sports and athletics facilities of international sports standard attract people from far afield.
Please see the diary.
The next Local Excellence market is on Saturday 30th March.
Monday is market day each week and Farmers' special markets are on each third Friday in the month including Good Friday.
See the Civic Society website www.friendsofabingdon.org.uk for future events in the Abbey buildings. They have also designed some enjoyable observation trails.
