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
Late Night at the Market Hall
Sept 6 | Nov 1 | Dec 6Experience the market hall by night, tuning into its twilight vibes. Enjoy flavours from around the world, wine and gin bars,…
The Salopian Open Art Exhibition
This bi-annual open competition exhibition has no set theme and welcomes work in all media, from drawing and painting to printmaking, 3D and digital.…
'A Christmas Carol' Tours
SAT 6th, SUN 7th & SAT 13th, SUN 14th December 2025Join our expert guides for a tour around the historic town of Shrewsbury as we re-visit some…
so many things to do
Live Pet Caricatures with Mark Bardsley
One of our favourite writer and illustrators, Mark Bardsley, will be here creating his brilliant on-the-spot pet portraits for you and signing copies…
Shrewsbury Drapers textile design competition exhibition
Come and see all of the entries for this year's Textile and Young Textile Design Competition and find out who the big winners are! This is always a…
SHOOT THE SYMPHONY
Shoot the Symphony are getting back together to celebrate their release of the entire STS back catalogue. Shiver and Gauche are supporting. It’s…
Canadian Smocking Taster Session
Canadian Smocking: A Hand Sewing EscapeTake a peaceful break from your sewing machine and discover the calming, creative joy of Canadian smocking—a…
Drawn Makers Market
Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings welcomes the Drawn Collective back to the Dye House for their fantastic Christmas market. Support local artists with…
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience
Still running in London's West End for over 10 years the Faulty Towers The Dining Experience is back in Shrewsbury after over 20 Sold Out…
Brit Rock Film Tour (2025)
The BritRock Film Tour is back for its 12th year!Featuring a line up of the very best new climbing and adventure films from the UK – epic ascents,…
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience
Still running in London's West End for over 10 years the Faulty Towers The Dining Experience is back in Shrewsbury after over 20 Sold Out…
THE CELTIC SOCIAL CLUB
THE CELTIC SOCIAL CLUB is celebrating a decade of existence this year with their 10TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR.During those ten years, they have succeeded in…
Breathing workshops - three week course
Three Tuesdays - 11th to 25th of NovemberWe all breathe, but very few of us are breathing to our full potential. These three sessions are your path…
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