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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.

DarwIN Shrewsbury Festival 2021

Celebrate Shrewsbury’s most famous son at this year’s virtual DarwIN Shrewsbury Festival. Join us as we celebrate our special links with Charles Darwin with a schedule of inspiring films, brain-teasing lectures, Q&A sessions and Darwin's birthday toast.

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Shrewsbury's Open Stories

Scooped in the loop of the River Severn, Shrewsbury is a town oozing with history. Whether from the comfort of your home, whilst out and about or commuting, be transported to the heart of Shrewsbury with the new SO Stories audio tours.

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Explore Shrewsbury's Jesse window

The oldest stained glass in Shrewsbury, the Jesse Window was made for Greyfriars chapel in the 14th century. Following the dissolution of the friary in 1538, the window was moved to St Chad's, before being bought to St Mary's in 1791. Now you can explore it with Google Arts and Culture.

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Living in Darwin's garden

17th Feb 2021

7:30pm

A virtual talk from Shropshire Wildlife Trust

Part of DarwIN Shrewsbury Festival For many years Sharon literally lived in Darwin's garden and became fascinated by its history. She makes a very personal...

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The Future of Shropshire – A free Question Time event for 11-24’s

17th Feb 2021

3:00pm - 5:00pm

A virtual event from Shropshire Wildlife Trust

Part of DarwIN Shrewsbury Festival 2021 What would Darwin make of Shropshire now and how might it look in the future? We have a panel...

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Shrewsbury Farmers Market

5th Mar 2021

9:00am - 3:30pm

Shrewsbury Town Square

The Shrewsbury Farmers Market brings the fields of Shropshire to Shrewsbury Square on the first Friday of every month. There is a plethora of delicious...

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Shropshire Produce Market: Spring Fair

5th Mar 2021

9:00am - 3:30pm

The Shropshire Produce Market brings the fields of Shropshire to Shrewsbury Square. There is a plethora of delicious food and drink to tempt people to...

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Shrewsbury Steampunk Spectacular

27th Mar 2021

10:00am - 4:00pm

St Marys Church

St Marys Street

SY1 2DX

We are delighted to be hosting Shrewsbury Steampunk Spectacular on Saturday 27th March 2021. This will be the most exciting festival offering fun and excitement...

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Shrewsbury 10K

28th Mar 2021

9:00am

Welcome to the Mercedes Benz of Shrewsbury 10K, an exciting event on the road race calendar. This is a true town 10K with closed roads...

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Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Empathy Pains

21st Apr 2021

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 Fake Festival

24th Apr 2021

11:45am - 11:00pm

The Quarry Park

The Quarry Park

SY1 1JL Shrewsbury

“GET THIS PARTY STARTED!” Your Fake Fest No.5 is ready to rock, with a line-up of Fake Bands guaranteed to have your hands up -...

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The Mersey Beatles

25th Apr 2021

4:00pm

8:00pm

Theatre Severn

Frankwell Quay

SY3 8FT Shrewsbury

Fans of The Beatles prepare to be wowed by the world’s favourite Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab Four... The Mersey Beatles' stunning live stage show...

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Danni Nicholls

16th May 2021

8:00pm

Henry Tudor House

Barracks Passage Wyle Cop

SY1 1XA Shrewsbury

With the wind in her sails from receiving consecutive Americana Music Association UK award nominations (2017 ‘UK Album of the Year’ for Mockingbird Lane and...

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Frestival

22nd May 2021

10:00am - 5:00pm

West Mid Showground

Gravel Hill Lane

SY1 2PF Shrewsbury

A new festival for Shropshire focusing on all things free-from! Whether you follow a free-from diet or lifestyle due to illness, allergies or just to...

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Shropshire County Agricultural Show

29th May 2021

10:00am

West Mid Showground

Gravel Hill Lane

SY1 2PF Shrewsbury

The Shropshire County Agricultural Show was created in the late nineteenth century when it was launched as part of the co-operative venture - The Shropshire...

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Shrewsbury Wacky Races

30th May 2021

10:00am - 5:00pm

The Quarry Park

The Quarry Park

SY1 1JL Shrewsbury

Soapbox Derby Come and join thousands of spectators from across the West Midlands to cheer on our weird, wonderful and wacky soapbox downhill racers at...

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River Festival

6th Jun 2021

The Quarry Park

The Quarry Park

SY1 1JL Shrewsbury

please note: this event has been postponed until 6 june 2021 The annual Shrewsbury River Festival will be taking place on Sunday 6th June 2021...

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Wellbeing Festival Shropshire

12th to 13th Jun 2021

The Quarry Park

The Quarry Park

SY1 1JL Shrewsbury

Wellbeing, Nutrition and Fitness. Explore a wealth of opportunities to bring balance to busy lives. A range of seminars, workshops and discussion panels will tackle...

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Shrewsbury Carnival

19th Jun 2021

The Quarry Park

The Quarry Park

SY1 1JL Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury Carnival and Show is one of the largest free one-day events held in Shrewsbury, bringing together the local community and helping to promote local...

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