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…
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…
Late Night at the Market Hall
Sept 6 | Nov 1 | Dec 6Experience the market hall by night, tuning into its twilight vibes. Enjoy flavours from around the world, wine and gin bars,…
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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…
A Christmas Carol
Dickens Theatre Company return to Theatre Severn with a unique adaptation of a Christmas classic.With the rest of the acting cast stuck on a train,…
SAMBROSO ALL STARS PRESENTS BUENA VISTA
Is there a more iconic Cuban album than Buena Vista Social Club’s eponymous debut? Winning the Grammy for Best Traditional Tropical Latin Album, it…
Oasis Night – with Definitely Oasis live – ‘The World’s Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’
Definitely Oasis – the world’s #1 tribute to the legendary band – are bringing their sell-out live show to The Buttermarket on Friday 14 November!
Exhibition on Screen: Caravaggio
EXHIBITION ON SCREENMystery, intrigue, beauty, passion, murder – shine a new light on Caravaggio in this dramatic biography… Tue 11 Nov - 11:00AM Sat…
Trevor Sparrow - 'Fragments' book signing
Local author Trevor Sparrow will be here soon promoting and signing copies of his debut fiction work 'Fragments'. Support your local creative writing…
James Allsopp Group
James Allsopp (tenor saxophone and mellotron) returns to SJN at the Hive with a new and exciting project featuring some of London's most in demand…
Great Cathedral Anthems
The Phoenix Singers performs a programme of epic choral anthems composed in the 19th and 20th centuries for the great Cathedrals of England. To…
BRETT TIPPIE: THE RIGHT LINE
Presented by Speakers from the Edge.Brett Tippie is a multi-talented professional extreme sports athlete – a pioneer of freeride mountain biking who…
History Group - The Modern Period
History Series 5, Lecture 4: The Modern PeriodJoin us for a journey through the cultural impact of the post-World War II era. Explore various art…
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