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
Terrarium Bottle Workshops
OverviewGet in touch with nature, bring out your creative side and take home your own mini-jungle in a jar.Learn how to make your own terrarium at…
Whisky Tasting Friday 9th and 23rd January - Regional Ramble
About the eventKick 2026 off in style with a whisky tasting evening that focuses on some great drams from across Scotland The tasting will start at…
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.…
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Dick Whittington
Brad Fitt is back in our next spectacular fun-filled family pantomime... Dick Whittington! Once again, the show will be written by the award-winning…
The SUPERSKAS LIVE
A live performance from The Superskas – the definitive live tribute band to SKA legends ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Superskas are an energetic eight-piece band…
Hearing Aid drop-in clinic
NHS Hearing Loss Support Services: battery replacement, cleaning and servicing.Booking is essential with HLSS please call 01743 342168.
Gordon Hendricks is ELVIS – Christmas Show Special
Gordon Hendricks is ELVIS – Christmas Show Special!Gordon brings his fabulous show back to The Buttermarket in Shrewsbury after sold out concerts…
Rhyme Time
Join Shrewsbury Library every Monday for rhymes and songs for children up to five years old. The session encourages families to share books and…
Children's Christmas Party Sewing Club
Come and enjoy a Festive fun craft session and join our group for a couple of hours. Fancy dress optional.What they sew will depend upon their age…
Natural Christmas Decorations
Get into the festive spirit with a naturally beautiful workshop at The Cut. Evergreens have been used as midwinter decorations for centuries — join…
Meet Father Christmas
For available times, please see booking pageMeet Father Christmas at his Traditional Museum Workshop! Don't miss this opportunity to make magical…
Shrewsbury Elf Trail
Get ready for a magical adventure like no other!It's that time of year again when Father Christmas’s most mischievous scout elves come to life.Find…
Tales from Acorn Wood
TALES FROM ACORN WOODBased on the favourite stories by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s beloved Tales from…
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