Events in Shrewsbury From 22nd June – 28th June 2026

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This week in Shrewsbury, you'll find a good mix of things to do. There’s a range of interests covered – from cultural experiences and performances to opportunities to enjoy local flavours. You can discover thoughtful discussion and appreciation of the arts, with exhibitions and concerts filling calendars. There’s a programme of music too, with both established acts and local performances. Consider an evening at a cocktail bar or a visit to a cultural venue, reflecting the town’s moderate nightlife. For a relaxed experience, there are opportunities to savour the region’s produce and enjoy social gatherings. Things to do in Shrewsbury cater to a variety of tastes and ages, ensuring a lively atmosphere around town. You can look forward to a diverse programme of offerings, from daytime talks to evening entertainment.

If you’re planning your week, there's a focus on arts and culture, with a variety of presentations and performances scheduled. Perhaps you’ll explore the Guildhall, a historic landmark central to Shrewsbury’s civic life. This is complemented by social events, providing opportunities to connect with others and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere. You’ll discover opportunities to indulge your palate with local culinary experiences. Remember that parking in the town centre can be limited; consider using the Park and Ride scheme, or travelling via the A5 road or A49 trunk road and Shrewsbury Railway Station. A variety of options means you’ll be able to craft a week tailored to your preferences, with options for families and those travelling with children given the town’s family-friendly index. The town, dating back to the Roman era, provides a backdrop of history for your explorations.

Check the listings below for times and venues. The Quarry Park, while popular, can become crowded, particularly during the flower show. Consider utilising Beryl Bikes for shorter journeys, although cycle parking is limited in the town centre.

Monday 22nd June

Exhibition: Light Loss Destruction Devotion

· My Shrewsbury · Culture & Arts

Art exhibition exploring themes of light, loss, destruction, and devotion.

Tuesday 23rd June

Tuesday Lunchtime Concert - st Alkmund's Church

· My Shrewsbury · Culture & Arts

St Alkmund's Church hosts a Tuesday Lunchtime Concert featuring piano performance.

Wednesday 24th June

Shrewsbury Symphony Orchestra Summer Concert

· My Shrewsbury · Culture & Arts

Shrewsbury Symphony Orchestra performs at their annual summer concert.

Thursday 25th June

Talk: Off The Shelf! - Women at Work in The Early Modern World

· My Shrewsbury · Culture & Arts

A talk on women's roles in the workforce during the early modern era.

Charity: Wine, Cheese And Antiques Valuation Evening

· My Shrewsbury · Food & Drink

Charity hosts wine, cheese tasting, and antiques valuation event.

Scott Bennett - Stuff

· Nightlife & Music

Comedian Scott Bennett performs his new stand-up show 'Stuff' at Shrewsbury Theatre Severn.

Comedy: Scott Bennett - Stuff

· My Shrewsbury · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Scott Bennett performs his comedy show 'Stuff' at Comedy venue.

Food & Drink: Wine Tasting Cruise

· My Shrewsbury · Food & Drink

Enjoy a wine tasting cruise along the river hosted by Food & Drink.

Friday 26th June

Concert in The Round: Shrewsbury High School

· My Shrewsbury · Culture & Arts

St. Chad's Church hosts a concert featuring Shrewsbury High School performers.

Tea & Biscuits Presents: Killer Queens From Outer Space!

· My Shrewsbury · Nightlife & Music

Tea & Biscuits Presents welcomes Killer Queens from Outer Space comedy show.

Ella Al-shamahi: Becoming Human

· Nightlife & Music

Comedian Ella Al-Shamahi performs her new stand-up show 'Becoming Human' at Shrewsbury Theatre Severn.

Comedy: Joel Dommett - Happy Idiot

· My Shrewsbury · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Joel Dommett performs his 'Happy Idiot' show at Comedy venue.

Live Music: Smoke Like a Fish

· My Shrewsbury · Nightlife & Music

Smoke Like a Fish performs live music at the venue in Shrewsbury.

Saturday 27th June

Shrewsbury Food Festival

· Food & Drink

A free food festival featuring local vendors and music at The Quarry.

Live Music: Loop Sessions - Vol. 1

· My Shrewsbury · Nightlife & Music

LOOP Sessions presents live music performance at Live Music venue.

Indian Woodblock Printing Workshop

· My Shrewsbury · Culture & Arts

Participants learn traditional Indian woodblock printing techniques in a hands-on workshop.

Inspiral Carpets

· My Shrewsbury · Nightlife & Music

The band Inspiral Carpets performs at a concert.

Live Music: Hats Off to Led Zeppelin

· My Shrewsbury · Nightlife & Music

A live music tribute to Led Zeppelin performs at the Theatre Severn.

Concert: Rutter Magnificat & Mozart Requiem

· My Shrewsbury · Culture & Arts

Choir and orchestra perform Rutter Magnificat and Mozart Requiem at Concert.

Bringing on Back The 60's

· Nightlife & Music

A retro-themed music night at Shrewsbury Town FC celebrates the 1960s with live performances and DJ sets.

Sport & Live Music: England v Panama

· My Shrewsbury · Fitness & Outdoors

England takes on Panama in a sporting event with live music entertainment.

Sunday 28th June

National Theatre Live: Les Liaisons Dangereuses

· My Shrewsbury · Culture & Arts

National Theatre Live presents Les Liaisons Dangereuses at Shrewsbury venue.

Gordon Hendricks is Elvis The King's Voice

· My Shrewsbury · Nightlife & Music

Gordon Hendricks performs as an Elvis tribute artist at a venue in Shrewsbury.

Live Music: The Fugitives

· My Shrewsbury · Nightlife & Music

The Fugitives perform live at Live Music venue.