Events
With an independent cinema in an old market hall, the 29-acre Quarry Park and an impressive theatre sitting upon the river, Shrewsbury is at the heart of cultural activities in Shropshire.
Featured Events
A Tour of the Inns of Shrewsbury
A Tour of the Inns of Shrewsbury within the Loop with Russell GameExplore Shrewsbury's cosiest inns and uncover their stories on this fun, laid-back…
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…
Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival Gala Show
Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival returns in 2026 and culminates in a raucous Gala show at Theatre Severn.The festival will run from the 8 -12…
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Shrewsbury Restaurant Week 2026
Shrewsbury Restaurant Week celebrates Shrewsbury as a foodie’s heaven. Other cities and towns have Restaurant Weeks, but - like everything we do in…
Virginia Woolf’s Night & Day (12A)
A vibrant reimaging of Virginia Woolf’s comedic novel.Katharine Hilbery struggles between family duty, marriage pressure, and her hidden ambition to…
THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY
Few shows have experienced the phenomenal global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story. Using huge projection photos and original film footage,…
G4
Following the overwhelming sell-out success of their Phantoms of the Popera tour in 2025, the UK’s No1 vocal harmony quartet and original X Factor…
It’s Not a Game – Starring Illusionists Jay & Joss
Jay & Joss are the award-winning illusionists who stunned the judges on Britain’s Got Talent. Now they’re back with a mind-bending new show – a…
TOMORROW
Tomorrow is a physical response to the things we struggle to say with words. As the world feels ever more at odds with itself, how do we find our…
Storytime
EVERY WEDNESDAYFree story session for toddlers and pre-school children, including a simple craft activity.
Mah-jong
EVERY WEDNESDAYCome along to play Mah-jong with Patterson-Wright rules. Limited spaces available, booking essential with staff on 01743 255308 or…
THE CARPENTERS STORY
A musical journey through the glittering career of pop’s most famous brother and sister duo. This highly acclaimed production continues to captivate…
Off The Shelf! – In their own words: Women at work in the early modern world
In their own words:Women at work in the early modern worldHow did women in the early modern economy make a living? Finding an answer can be…
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