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 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…
Severn Hospice Dragon Boat Festival 2026
Get your oars at the ready as the annual Severn Hospice Dragon Boat Festival returns! It is a fantastic weekend out for both participants and…
Wednesday Wildlings
Every Wednesday | Suitable for 18 months - 5 years oldShropshire Wildlife Trust's popular Wildlings sessions offer children the chance to become a…
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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 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…
Esther Manito - Work in Progress - SICFEST
After a sold-out, rave-reviewed tour last year, Esther is back – this time embracing the sheer joy of having absolutely no dignity. She’s tried…
Ignacio Lopez - Work in Progress - SICFEST
Ignacio Lopez is a Spanish & Welsh comedian based in Cardiff. His family is made up of Spanish, Welsh, Irish, Moroccan, and Germans. Family…
DISCOTECH
Discotech is a House music record label based in Telford , Shropshire. It sprung from the collective vision of Ether E , Andrew ‘Eddy’ Edwards , Andy…
A Political Brunch #2
A Political Brunch is a light hearted panel show best described as Have I Got News For You meets Question Time.The panel’s focus is on fun and some…
Alexander Bennett - All It Takes - Work in Progress
Wondering when all your work will pay off? Waiting for your lucky break? This is a show for you. Expect songs and strong feelings.★★★★★ “Surprisingly…
Meatloaf Tribute Maet Live
Get ready for an unforgettable night of epic rock anthems as Craig Halford returns to The Buttermarket with the phenomenal 7-piece live band Maet…
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…
Arts Cafe
Arts Cafe is a new monthly evening event bringing artists, makers and the wider public together in a relaxed, welcoming setting.Upcoming datesTuesday…
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