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Music events

The music scene in Shrewsbury is vibrant, diverse and exciting! From small intimate gigs through to world-famous superstars, you'll never be short of music options.

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Festivals

LOOPFEST 2026

LOOPFEST is a three-day multi-venue music festival in Shrewsbury, Shropshire held on Fri 1st to Sun 3rd May 2026.This is one of Shropshire’s - and…

1 May - 3 May 2026
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Festivals

Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2026

Shrewsbury Folk Festival is where world-class music meets laid-back riverside vibes. Every August Bank Holiday, it brings together a brilliant mix of…

28 August - 31 August 2026
12:00pm - 6:30pm

so many things to do

Counterfeit Stones
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COUNTERFEIT STONES

Why pay a fortune to see ants in a stadium when for a fraction of the price you can get up close and smell the faking brilliance of the Counterfeit…

30 April
7:30pm - 9:30pm
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The Music of GEORGE MICHAEL – The Candlelight Concert

An Unforgettable Tribute in Glowing Candlelight Performed by 4 World Class Singers & an incredible live band!Prepare to be swept away by an…

2 May
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Theatre severn
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THE 80s SHOW

Take a nostalgic journey to an unforgettable decade when it was all about FUN!Featuring an amazing light/video/laser show, you can sing and dance…

2 May
7:30pm - 9:30pm
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Event

LOOPFEST 2026

LOOPFEST is a three-day multi-venue music festival in Shrewsbury, Shropshire held on Fri 1st to Sun 3rd May 2026.This is one of Shropshire’s - and…

1 May - 3 May 2026
RBO Eugene Onegin
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The Metropolitan Opera: Eugene Onegin

ON SCREEN AT OLD MARKET HALLThe Metropolitan OperaTHE METROPOLITAN OPERA: EUGENE ONEGINFollowing her acclaimed 2024 company debut in Puccini’s Madama…

5 May
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Legends American Country
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LEGENDS OF AMERICAN COUNTRY

Now seen by over 350,000 fans live and watched by millions on TV, Europe’s No.1 multi-award-winning show, The Legends of American Country, returns…

6 May
7:30pm - 9:30pm
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BOYBAND IN THE BUFF

Get ready to scream like it’s 1999!Boyband in the Buff is the ultimate throwback concert – starring pop heartthrob Gareth Gates and a cast of ripped…

7 May
7:30pm - 9:30pm
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Carducci Quartet and Simon Callaghan

The dynamic Carduccis team up once again with pianist Simon CallaghanDmitri Shostakovich: Piano Quintet in G minor, Op. 57Caroline Shaw:…

8 May
7:30pm - 9:00pm
Buttermarket
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QUEEN’S GREATEST HITS – starring Mickey Callisto

Calling all Queen fans! You're gonna have yourself a real good time as Don't Stop Queen Now make their return at The Buttermarket on Friday 8…

8 May
6:00pm - 10:30pm
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Alex Hitchcock Quartet

Following sold-out album launches in New York and London, Saxophonist and composer Alex Hitchcock brings a cutting-edge quartet with Joe Downard…

9 May
7:00pm - 9:00pm

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