Evenings to remember at Transform Trauma Oxford
As much as it is about learning, Transform Trauma Oxford is also about shared experiences, building connections and celebrating the transformative power of our community. Our evening events are designed to offer a rich blend of celebration, relaxation and inspiration, bringing together attendees for unforgettable moments.
Join us at one – or all – of our evening events and unwind after a day of learning
Following a day of immersive sessions and thought-provoking discussions, our evening events offer the perfect opportunity to have fun and recharge. Whether you’re looking to unwind with laughter, enjoy one-of-a-kind performances or simply mingle with fellow attendees in an informal setting, each event is guaranteed to lift the spirits.
Evening Options
Preconference Gathering
An evening of community, connection & celebration
17:30pm - 21:00pm - September 27th
On Saturday night, we will open Transform Trauma Oxford 2025 with a ceremony marking the beginning of four transformative days of learning, connection and knowledge exchange.
Held in the idyllic gardens of Oxford’s Exeter College – overlooked by the iconic, domed Bodleian Library – the Preconference Gathering is an opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow attendees and ground yourself ahead of time.
Expect soul-stirring performances from the legendary Gospel Sundays, who, through a combination of music and storytelling, take their audience on a moving and educational journey through slave history and the birth of Gospel music.
Tickets are limited for this intimate event: please book yours in advance to not miss out!
27th
September 2025
Ruby Wax Live
Comedy & candid conversations with Ruby Wax
19:30pm - 23:00pm - September 28th
After a long day of immersive learning, come to relax and laugh with actress, comedian and mental health advocate, Ruby Wax.
With an Oxford University master’s degree in mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and an OBE for services to mental health, Ruby is a champion of mental health reform. As an entertainer and speaker, she mines her own personal experiences to deliver performances that are, in equal parts, hilarious and moving.
Ruby’s wacky anecdotes, witty observations and satirisation of the wellbeing industry make for a riotous evening. But she also delivers candid and poignant commentary that challenge perceptions and as such is one of the most compelling voices in mental health today.
Tickets are limited and seating is on a first-come-first-served basis. Make sure you book in advance and arrive on time to select your seat.
28th
September 2025
Attendees’ Gala dinner
An enchanting evening of food & festivities
19:30pm - 00:00am - September 29th
Within the storied walls of Oxford University’s Examination School, we invite you to our exclusive and highly anticipated Attendees’ Gala Dinner
Comprising a sumptuous three-course, plated meal and mesmerising entertainment throughout, the evening promises to lift the spirits, spark connection and stir the imagination.
Guests will be treated to a spellbinding performance from the Amenti Theatre Company who blend contemporary dance, physical theatre and immersive storytelling.
For those with energy to spare at the end of the evening, a live band and dancefloor await!
Tickets are limited – ensure you book early to avoid disappointment.
