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 Food Festival
The Shrewsbury Food Festival brings together independent food producers, quality street food vendors, top chefs, local brewers and distillers, to…
Shropshire County Show
The Shropshire County Agricultural Show was created in the late nineteenth century when it was launched as part of the co-operative venture - The…
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Natural bath bomb workshop
Join us for a super fun and hands-on experience where you'll learn to make your very own natural bath bombs from scratch! Perfect for a relaxing…
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…
Spring Fairs at St Mary's
Enjoy a day supporting local independent businesses. Dates:• Saturday 14th March• Saturday 25th April• Saturday 16th MayCelebrate the changing…
The Shropshire Artisan Showcase
Creative businesses across Shropshire are being invited to take their next confident step into retail as the Shropshire Artisan Showcase 2026 opens…
Daliso Chaponda
Daliso Chaponda has been writing jokes about the news for over a decade on Have I Got News For You, Radio 4′ News Quiz, and Australia’s Good News…
THE LAST LAUGH
The Last Laugh is a “brilliant” (The Telegraph) smash-hit, West End play which imagines three of Britain’s all-time greatest comedy heroes – Tommy…
ODE TO JOYCE
Joyce Grenfell was one of the greatest female entertainers of the twentieth century, loved the world over for her hilarious and beautifully observed…
SEVEN DRUNKEN NIGHTS
Proudly celebrating its 10th Anniversary, Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of The Dubliners is back for 2026!Performed by a phenomenal cast of Irish…
Roxy Magic: Celebrating Roxy Music & Bryan Ferry
“WOW!” – says the real Bryan Ferry“Awesome” – says Otis FerryRoxy Magic are the UK’s best and longest–running tribute toRoxy Music & Bryan…
NORTH WALES OPERA – RIGOLETTO
North Wales Opera returns to its Shrewsbury ‘home’ to present Verdi’s Rigoletto. The Abbey will be transformed with a raised platform and expert…
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