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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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Shrewsbury folk festival main stage
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

RBO Eugene Onegin
Event

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
St Alkmunds and church street
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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
Event

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
Steeleye Span
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Steeleye Span

Shrewsbury Abbey is just the perfect setting for Steeleye Span to visit on their current tour – a unique and iconic group performing in a unique and…

9 May
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Thank Abba New
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THANK ABBA FOR THE MUSIC

THANK ABBA FOR THE MUSIC return to Theatre Severn in 2026!Grab your platforms and flares for a journey back in time to when ABBA dominated the charts…

9 May
2:30pm - 9:30pm
Audio Thieves
Event

Audio Thieves

One of the best cover bands in Shropshire. Punchy guitar style, booming drums, and a brilliant stage presence that never fails to get an audience…

9 May
9:00pm - 11:00pm
Buttermarket
Event

Fleetwood Mac’s Greatest Hits – starring Fleeting Rumours + Special Guests

The ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute 'Fleeting Rumours'FLEETING RUMOURS are one the world's best Fleetwood Mac live tribute bands, authentically…

9 May
6:00pm - 11:00pm

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