Events

Please note: Due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation many of the events in Shrewsbury are being postponed and cancelled. Whilst we endeavour to keep our listings up to date, please contact event organisers before attending.

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If you’re looking for events in Shrewsbury, then look no further, there’s an event calendar packed with something for everyone.

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.

Lockdown events in Shrewsbury

Our venues may be closed, but Shrewsbury is a hive of activity with events taking place virtually and across town.

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Shropshire Drive-In: Comedy Night

10th Jul 2020

6:00pm - 9:00pm

West Mid Showground

Gravel Hill Lane

SY1 2PF Shrewsbury

We could all do with a good giggle so we have put together a comedy night that will leave you howling with laughter! Come and...

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Made in Shropshire: Fair in the Square

11th Jul 2020

9:00am - 5:00pm

Every 2nd Saturday of the month the Made in Shropshire 'Fair in The Square' is carefully curated to ensure the best selection and variety of...

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Bohemian Rhapsody Night

3rd Oct 2020

7:00pm - 11:55pm

Sabrina Boat

Victoria Quay Victoria Ave

SY3 8LH Shrewsbury

You'll have a live DJ to play bangers long into the night, as well as a dance floor and a fully stocked bar. Tickets are...

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The On Shrewsbury Half Marathon

11th Oct 2020

West Mid Showground

Gravel Hill Lane

SY1 2PF Shrewsbury

A total of 5,000 places are available for this popular half marathon that offers a perfect combination of history and scenery, with the route going...

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Mowtown Party

16th Oct 2020

7:00pm - 11:55pm

Sabrina Boat

Victoria Quay Victoria Ave

SY3 8LH Shrewsbury

Groovy Motown Cruise! The magic of motown, come and celebrate the sound of a generation! You'll have a live DJ to play bangers long into...

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Witchcraft and Wizardy Detective Day

17th Oct 2020

10:00am - 5:00pm

Various locations around Shrewsbury

Think you have what it takes to solve a mystery? CluedUpp is the exciting outdoor detective game that's just like playing a giant game of...

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Larry Dean - Fudnut

21st Oct 2020

8:00pm

Henry Tudor House

Barracks Passage Wyle Cop

SY1 1XA Shrewsbury

Double Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominee and star of Live At The Apollo returns with a brand new hour of “confessional storytelling at its funniest” (Herald ★★★★★)...

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Sarah Jane Morris: Sweet Little Mystery

25th Oct 2020

8:00pm

Henry Tudor House

Barracks Passage Wyle Cop

SY1 1XA Shrewsbury

With her melliferous delivery and four active range, Sarah Jane Morris’s delivery of the songs of John Martyn are full of strong emotion and passion...

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Shrewsbury’s Fireworks and Bonfire Spectacular

7th Nov 2020

4:00pm - 10:00pm

West Mid Showground

Gravel Hill Lane

SY1 2PF Shrewsbury

The annual Charity Bonfire and Fireworks Spectacular is back on Saturday 2nd November 2019! Like last year, there will be two displays - the first...

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Remembrance Parade and Service

8th Nov 2020

9:00am - 11:30am

St Chad's Church

St Chad's Terrace

SY1 1JX Shrewsbury

A Remembrance Sunday service will be held at St Chad's Church on November 10th at 9.45am. A civic procession will leave the castle at 9am...

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Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Empathy Pains

11th Nov 2020

8:00pm

Henry Tudor House

Barracks Passage Wyle Cop

SY1 1XA Shrewsbury

Multi award winning comedian Kiri Pritchard-McLean (Have I Got News for You, Live at the Apollo, 8 out of 10 Cats, Frankie Boyle’s New World...

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Shrewsbury Chocolate Festival

14th to 15th Nov 2020

St Mary's Church

St Mary's Place

SY1 1DX Shrewsbury

The Shrewsbury Chocolate Festival will be taking place on 16th and 17th November 2019. The Chocolate Festival will be promoting a wonderful array of chocolatiers...

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Shrewsbury Christmas Lights Switch On

18th Nov 2020

4:30pm - 8:00pm

Music and activities across the town will be returning, with activities kicking off around 4.30pm and the lights being switched on at 6.30pm

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Santa's Grotto

21st Nov to 21st Dec 2020

Charles Darwin Shopping Centre

Pride Hill

SY1 1PL Shrewsbury

Bring the kids to meet Santa in his Christmas grotto in the Charles Darwin Shopping Centre this Christmas. A visit costs £4 per child. The...

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Shrewsbury Festival of Literature

27th to 29th Nov 2020

Various locations

2019 sees the 4th Shrewsbury Festival of Literature take place over the weekend of 22nd to 24th November and will be bringing a fascinating selection...

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Small Business Saturday

28th Nov 2020

Across town

Show your support for small business in Shrewsbury this Christmas! Small Business Saturday is your chance to #ShopShrewsbury and find unique Christmas gifts from our...

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Beauty and the Beast

2nd Dec 2020 to 10th Jan 2021

Theatre Severn

Frankwell Quay

SY3 8FT Shrewsbury

Don’t miss our next hilarious, fun-filled family pantomime, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST - starring Theatre Severn favourite Brad Fitt! Once again, the show will be...

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Christmas Tree Festival at St Chad's

3rd Dec 2020 to 6th Jan 2021

St Chad's Church

St Chad's Terrace

SY1 1JX Shrewsbury

The St Chad's Christmas Tree returns again for 2019, illuminating the famous circular nave. 40 trees follow the unique circular shape of the church by...

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