What's On in Shrewsbury
Family Fun, Kids Events
- Tuesday 27th October 9:00am until 5:00pm + More Dates
Forestry England invites families and woodland explorers to step into the enchanting world of Room on the Broom at Haughmond Hill, near Shrewsbury, throughout 2026.
- Friday 30th October 10:00am until 2:30pm + More Dates
Looking for Halloween activities for children in Shrewsbury? Head to Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery for two days of spooky crafts, magical experiments and hands-on fun designed especially for younger...
- Saturday 31st October 10:30am until 11:30am + More Dates
Shrewsbury Library hosts a weekly Craft Cafe for kids.
- Thursday 5th November 4:30pm until 9:00pm
Get ready for an evening of fire, fireworks, food and community spirit as Bomere Heath Cricket Club hosts its annual Village Bonfire Night on Thursday 5th November.
- Saturday 7th November 4:00pm until 9:00pm
Wrap up warm and get ready for a spectacular evening as the hugely popular Bonfire and Firework Spectacular returns to the West Mid Showground in Shrewsbury on Saturday 7th November 2026.
- Saturday 14th November 10:30am until 2:30pm
Capture a special Christmas memory while supporting a local Shropshire charity at the Little Stars Christmas Mini Photoshoots in Shrewsbury.
- Wednesday 18th November 4:30pm until 9:00pm
Celebrate the start of the festive season at Shrewsbury's Christmas Lights Switch-On on Wednesday 18th November 2026, with live entertainment, family activities and the magical moment the town centre...
- Friday 27th November + More Dates
It wouldn’t be Christmas in Shrewsbury without the panto! This year, Theatre Severn invites audiences to enjoy a magical, fun-filled production of Aladdin, running throughout the festive season from Friday...
- Saturday 5th December 11:00am until 1:00pm
Christmas pyjamas at the ready! Families can enjoy a special festive screening of The Polar Express when a Pyjama Party arrives at Theatre Severn this December.
- Wednesday 9th December 11:00am until 5:00pm + More Dates
Looking for a festive treat for younger children in Shrewsbury? Santa’s New Sleigh is coming to Theatre Severn this December, offering families a Christmas adventure in the run-up to the big day.
- Wednesday 16th December 5:30pm until 8:00pm
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with Carols in the Square, a festive community event bringing traditional Christmas music to the heart of Shrewsbury town centre.