Alice's Day 2025

Join us for Alice's Day when the Lower Garden will be transformed into a magical Wonderland

TEA TIME WITH HATTER & HARE

Join us for Alice's Day when the Lower Garden will be transformed into a magical Wonderland.

The Mad Hatter’s hat is polished, the March Hare’s ears are twitching, and something wonderfully whimsical is brewing in the Gardens once more…

This Alice’s Day, WhatNot Theatre invites you to a brand-new twist on a Wonderland adventure. Join our delightfully unpredictable duo as they whirl back into the Oxford Botanic Garden with another topsy-turvy tea party packed with playful antics, costume chaos, and peculiar storytelling.

Tumble down the Rabbit hole into a world where time runs sideways, riddles make sense (sort of), and teacups are never quite empty. Along the way, encounter familiar faces: a grinning Cheshire Cat, a flustered White Rabbit, a contemplative Caterpillar, and a random Lobster.

With unexpected twists, spontaneous seat-swapping, and interactive hilarity, this open-air performance promises frolicsome fun for curious minds of all ages. Bring your picnic blanket, an umbrella, and a jam sandwich or two; Hatter is quite partial!

Tea Time with Hatter & Hare is a relaxed, inclusive family performance where the audience becomes part of the tale. Just beware... the Queen of Hearts

📅 Show times: 10:30, 12:30 and 14:30

Your ticket for the event includes entry to the Garden all day, so arrive before your booked performance and stay as long as you like afterwards. We are open as normal from 10:00 until close.

In addition to our theatre performances, enjoy the following activities, free with your entry ticket:

🌱 Alice's Adventures: Discover some of the plants (and animals) from Lewis Carroll's famous stories with this self-guided trail. Pick up a copy at the Welcome Centre.

😺 Alice's Quests: Explore the glasshouses in search of animals from Alice in Wonderland with this self-guided trail. Pick up a copy at the Welcome Centre.

📸 Through the Looking Glass: Share your best Cheshire Cat grin with our Wonderland selfie frame.

🎟 Tickets:

Family ticket (2 adults + up to 2 children) - £24

Adult (1 adult + up to 2 children) - £14

Additional under 16s - £7

Under-3s go free