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
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 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…
Shrewsbury Storybook Trail
Celebrate the joy of reading and explore Shrewsbury with our unique Storybook Trail - featuring beautiful illustrations by artist Sarah Millin.…
so many things to do
Shrewsbury Summer of Wellbeing
A community led celebration of calm, connection & creativity.Slow down, reconnect and celebrate our beautiful town.Browse Summer of Wellbeing…
Shrewsbury Summer of Music 2026
Following the success of last year’s Summer of Music programme, Shrewsbury Town Council is delighted to announce an expanded programme of free music…
Sketch Club Severn – Brass Band Sketching
A sketching session while the brass band plays.
Meanderings
Tuesdays from 5.45pm - 6.30pmAfter-work sessions at the Unitarian Church, reflecting on themes of building hope, resilience and connection with self…
Lunchtime Meditations
Wednesdays, 12.30 - 1pm For those looking for a little bit of peace and quiet in their busy day, with gentle music, poetry and meditation. Anyone is…
Experiences for Everyone – Summer Sessions
A drop-in volunteering programme supporting hands-on activities with visitors in the museum galleries over the summer holidays. Wednesdays, 22 July…
Beaded or Charm Necklace Workshop
A jewellery-making workshop creating your own beaded or charm necklace.
Summer Improvised Comedy Workshops
Tickets from £5Every Thursday in AugustAre you a fan of "Dropout" or "Whose Line Is It Anyway?"Are you sometimes told that you're "too much?" Do you…
Folk on the Water
Join us aboard the Sabrina Boat for Folk on the Water, an unforgettable evening of live folk music with the debut performance of The Willow Station…
Shrewsbury Library Behind the Scenes Tour
Go behind the scenes of one of the town's most historic buildings, Shrewsbury School until 1882 and Grade I and II listed home to Shrewsbury's public…
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