🎄🎶 One of Shrewsbury's much-loved Christmas traditions returns on Wednesday 16th December 2026, as Carols in the Square brings residents and visitors together for an evening of festive singing and seasonal cheer.
Taking place in The Square, Shrewsbury, from 5.30pm, this community celebration offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the atmosphere of Christmas in one of the town's most historic settings.
With Shrewsbury's Christmas lights illuminating the town centre, Carols in the Square provides a lovely setting for an evening of traditional festive music.
Families, friends and visitors can gather in The Square to enjoy familiar Christmas carols and share in the excitement of the festive season.
Whether you love singing along to Christmas favourites or simply want to soak up the atmosphere, this popular community event is a lovely way to celebrate Christmas in Shrewsbury.
Located in the heart of Shrewsbury, The Square is surrounded by the town's independent shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants, making it easy to combine the carol singing with a festive evening out.
Carols in the Square is an opportunity to take a break from the Christmas preparations, wrap up warm and enjoy some traditional festive entertainment with family and friends.
If you're looking for Christmas events in Shrewsbury, traditional carol singing in Shropshire, family-friendly Christmas activities or things to do in Shrewsbury in December, Carols in the Square is one to add to your festive calendar.
📅 Date: Wednesday 16th December 2026
⏰ Start time: 5.30pm
📍 Location: The Square, Shrewsbury, SY1 1LH
🎶 Event: Traditional Christmas carols and community festive singing
👨👩👧👦 Suitable for: Families, friends and visitors of all ages
🎄 Admission: Free community event
Wrap up warm and join the festive celebrations as Shrewsbury comes together for an evening of Christmas carols in The Square.