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
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…
Wednesday Wildlings
Every Wednesday | Suitable for 18 months - 5 years oldShropshire Wildlife Trust's popular Wildlings sessions offer children the chance to become a…
LOOPFEST 2026
LOOPFEST is a three-day multi-venue music festival in Shrewsbury, Shropshire held on Fri 1st to Sun 3rd May 2026.This is one of Shropshire’s - and…
so many things to do
The Great Rock’n’Roll Experience Show
Get ready to turn back time and crank up the volume in the Main Arena of The Buttermarket…The Great Rock'n'Roll Experience is rolling into town on…
Spotlight Talks at Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings
Join us at Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings for a series of talks run by our knowledgeable and enthusiastic volunteers. These talks are free, but…
COUNTERFEIT STONES
Why pay a fortune to see ants in a stadium when for a fraction of the price you can get up close and smell the faking brilliance of the Counterfeit…
Mamma Mia! Cruise (18+)
‘MAMMA MIA HERE I GO AGAIN!!’ Join us to be your very own ‘Dancing Queen’ You know ‘The Name Of The Game’ by now! 7:00pm start with a 3-hour cruise…
HAMZA YASSIN: MY LIFE BEHIND THE LENS
Join wildlife cameraman and presenter Hamza Yassin on a new adventure as he takes to the stage for his first nationwide theatre tour My Life Behind…
PHIL MEALEY
BAFTA award-winning writer, actor and singer, Phil Mealey, invites you to a warm, funny and heartfelt celebration of his work and the people, places…
Bongo's Bingo
Are you ready for another crazy night of Bongo's Bingo?NEVER BEEN TO BONGO'S BINGO BEFORE?Grab the squad and head to the ORIGINAL bingo rave…
Disconnect to Reconnect with Nature
What happens when you take away phones, step outside, and reconnect with the natural world?Join us for an inspiring talk with Ian, co-founder…
Yarnies at Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings
The Yarnies will be returning to Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings on Saturday 2 May from 10am - 4pm for a day dedicated to celebrating the beauty and…
LOOPFEST CRUISE
LOOPFEST & Sabrina Boat Special – Set Sail with Live Music! Step aboard for a one-of-a-kind 45-minute river cruise as part of LOOPFEST.…
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