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
Winter Warmer at the Market Hall
Enjoy the market hall by night to celebrate the Christmas Lights Switch on this November. Explore boutique bars, delicious eateries and a selection…
'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…
Shrewsbury Christmas Lights Switch On 2025
Shrewsbury's annual Christmas Lights Switch On returns Wednesday November 19th.Join us in The Square as Shrewsbury Town Council flip the switch and…
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Carducci String Quartet with baritone Roderick Williams
An evening dedicated to Schubert with international baritone and award-winning quartetFranz Schubert String Quartet No. 10 in E-flat major, Op. 125,…
BREAK THE RECORD
Break the Record’s high energetic performances coupled with their chemistry on and off stage, make them one of the finest and most electrifying…
The Dirty Rockin’ Scoundrels Live
The Dirty Rockin Scoundrels are a UK based Rock ‘n’ Roll band, bringing you the best music from the golden era of the 50’s and 60’s with an…
COMEDY SPECIAL: ED BYRNE, TOM WARD, ELEANOR TIERNAN
Our extended headline set star, at this special evening of comedy, is a certified legend of stand-up! With a TV career now in its third decade, ED…
Ed Byrne
Ed Byrne is a certified legend of stand-up comedy. With a TV career now in its third decade, Ed has regularly appeared on the likes of QI, Mock The…
That'll be the Day Christmas Show
Nothing says Christmas quite like That’ll Be Christmas! This year is extra special as the cast of That’ll Be The Day celebrates their 40-Year…
We are the Lions, Mr Manager!
8th and 9th of November, 2025The story of Jayaben Desai and the Grunwick Strike.Written by Neil GoreDirected by Louise TownsendIn 1976, six workers…
EMMANUEL SONUBI: LIFE AFTER NEAR DEATH
Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nominee and Best Show nominee, Emmanuel Sonubi is back on tour after sold-out performances at the Edinburgh…
John Cleese Packs It In (12A)
1 85-year-old Man, 5 Countries, 16 Cities, 23 Shows, 6 Weeks.One of the most recognisable figures in British comedy, John Cleese's career spans six…
Whisky Tasting: Christmas Crackers
We know it's only November but join us for a tasting where we focus on some whiskies that would be cracking additions to your Christmas fare.The…
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