Trusted Experience Rooted in Oxford’s Festival Heritage

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Across more than three decades in Oxford’s events landscape, I’ve led and supported everything from student-union gigs to some of the city’s largest ever outdoor productions. My early career at Oxford City Council saw me help deliver landmark moments including Party in the Park, OOMF!, the Radiohead homecoming concert, and the development of South Park as a major event venue. Alongside this, I gained deep experience running indoor corporate, cultural and civic events at Oxford Town Hall, from conferences and formal dinners to jazz nights and community performances.

In later years, I continued to expand my portfolio through international experience in New Zealand and, more recently, through producing community-driven festivals such as FloFest and GloFest. These events strengthened my expertise in creative production, multi-agency planning, safety management, budgeting, and delivering the “wow factor” through lighting, staging and atmosphere. My freelance and voluntary work—supporting initiatives such as the Eid Extravaganza, People’s Fair and many events at Florence Park and East Oxford Community Centres—further grounded my practice in community collaboration and inclusivity.

Today, I bring together a rare combination of large-scale production experience, community engagement, creative vision and operational rigour. Whether supporting festivals, neighbourhood celebrations or heritage events, I am the ideal partner for those looking to deliver safe, seamless and unforgettable experiences. I help organisers think big, plan confidently and achieve moments that truly inspire their communities.

CONNECT WITH ALAN
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Meet Alan

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Alan Brown

Founder

Oxford Festival Works is led by founder Alan, a seasoned events professional with over 30 years’ experience delivering some of Oxford’s most iconic festivals, cultural celebrations and large-scale outdoor spectacles.

Drawing on a rare blend of creative production skill, community collaboration and operational precision, Alan created Oxford Festival Works to help organisations and neighbourhoods bring ambitious ideas to life.

His deep local knowledge, multi-agency expertise and proven ability to deliver safe, memorable, high-impact events make him a trusted partner for festivals, community groups and cultural institutions across the city.

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Large Scale Event References

Radiohead Homecoming

Concert flyer for S.J.M. Concerts with a pink Radiohead sticker labeled "Access Most Areas." The flyer contains a letter of recommendation for Alan Brown, a festival organizer, with a photo of a large crowd at an outdoor music festival below.

Oxford City Council

Official letter from Oxford City Council Head of Parks Services Andrew Parsons recommending Alan Brown for a part-time sabbatical to assist with event planning and safety at the city's parks, dated October 22, 2001.

Fox FM Party in the Park

Official letter on Fox FM letterhead, dated October 16, 2001, referencing Alan Brown, with Fox FM logo showing a cartoon fox and radio frequencies 102.6 and 97.4 at the top right corner.

Christchurch City Council (New Zealand)

A formal letter from Christchurch City Council Leisure, dated 18 March 2002, addressed to Alan Brown, thanking him for his contribution to events. The letter is signed by Michelle Beckett, Events Team Manager, and includes contact details and the Christchurch city council logo at the top right.

Ready to bring your vision to life?

Feel free to contact Alan via email or phone or fill out the contact form to kick off discussions for your upcoming event. We’re excited to work with you and turn your ideas into an exceptional experience!

Tel: +44 7752 316977

Email: alan@oxfordfestivalworks.co.uk


About Us

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