What's On in Shropshire
Christmas Events
- Wednesday 18th November 4:30pm until 9:00pm
The Square, Shrewsbury, Shropshire,
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...
- Saturday 21st November 9:00am until 5:00pm
Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery, The Square, Shrewsbury,
Enjoy a magical Christmas storytelling experience with Father Christmas at Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery this November, complete with a festive gift for every child.
- Saturday 21st November 10:00am until 4:00pm + More Dates
Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery, The Square, Shrewsbury,
Looking for art, craft and design events in Shrewsbury? DRAWN Contemporary Art, Makers & Design Fair returns to Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery for a weekend celebrating talented artists, makers and contemporary...
- Saturday 21st November 11:30am until 12:00pm
Little Stars HQ, Unit 4 Hussey Road, Battlefield Enterprise Park, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 3TE
Get creative this Christmas at a festive wreath making workshop in Shrewsbury, raising funds for Little Stars.
- Friday 27th November + More Dates
Frankwell Quay, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 8FT
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...
- Friday 27th November 9:00am until 5:00pm + More Dates
Ludlow Town Centre, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 1AY
Celebrate the start of Christmas at Ludlow Winter Festival 2026, a three-day festive celebration featuring live entertainment, seasonal shopping, family activities and the Christmas lights switch-on in...
- Saturday 28th November 10:00am until 3:00pm
Mayfair Community Centre and Health and Wellbeing Centre, Easthope Road, Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6 6BL
Get into the Christmas spirit at Church Stretton Frost Fair on Saturday 28th November 2026, with handmade crafts, local stallholders and festive celebrations in the heart of the Shropshire Hills.
- Saturday 28th November 10:00am until 5:00pm
St Laurence’s Church, 2 College St, Ludlow, SY8 1AN
Discover unique Christmas gifts and handmade crafts at the Ludlow Winter Festival Craft Fair, taking place at St Laurence's Church in Ludlow on Saturday 28th November 2026.
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Saturday 28th November, 10:00am
Until Sunday 29th November, 4:00pm
Severn Hospice, Apley Castle, Telford TF1 6RH, TF16RH
Join us at our Apley hospice site for a festive weekend full of Christmas cheer!
- Saturday 28th November 2:00pm until 5:00pm
Pant Memorial Hall, Pant, Oswestry SY10 9QG, SY10 9QG
Join us for a festive afternoon of Christmas crafts, handmade gifts, decorations, jewellery, cards and seasonal treats on Saturday 28 November 2026 | 2pm–5pm | FREE ENTRY
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Friday 4th December, 7:00pm
Until Saturday 5th December, 12:30am + More Dates
Ellesmere Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 3AF
Celebrate Christmas in style at Albright Hussey Manor, with festive dining, music and dancing at its Christmas Gala Party Nights throughout December 2026.
- Saturday 5th December 10:00am until 4:00pm + More Dates
The Square, Shrewsbury, Shropshire,
Looking for Christmas markets in Shrewsbury and somewhere to find unique gifts this festive season? Gander’s Christmas Market is taking over The Square in Shrewsbury for a full weekend of independent shopping,...
- Saturday 5th December 10:00am until 5:00pm + More Dates
Lyneal Wharf, Lyneal, Ellesmere, ST12 0LQ
Enjoy a festive canal cruise, Christmas activities and a special visit to Santa at Lyneal Wharf
- Saturday 5th December 11:00am until 1:00pm
Frankwell Quay, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 8FT
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.
- Sunday 6th December 4:00pm until 6:00pm
Severn Hospice, Bicton Heath, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY3 8HS,
This Christmas, Severn Hospice Lights of Love returns to Shrewsbury on Sunday 6th December 2026, giving local families and the wider community a special opportunity to come together and remember loved...
- Wednesday 9th December 11:00am until 5:00pm + More Dates
Walker Theatre, Theatre Severn, Frankwell Quay, Shrewsbury, SY3 8FT
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.
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Saturday 12th December, 10:00am
Until Sunday 13th December, 4:00pm
Severn Hospice, Clayton Way, Bicton Heath, Shrewsbury SY3 8HS, SY3 8HS
Join us at our Bicton Heath site for a festive weekend full of Christmas cheer!
- Saturday 12th December 11:00am until 4:00pm
Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings, Spring Gardens, Ditherington, Shrewsbury, Shropshire,
Love knitting, crochet or handmade crafts? Yuletide Yarnies is coming to Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings for a festive day filled with yarn, fibre, independent makers and Christmas treats.
- Wednesday 16th December 5:30pm until 8:00pm
The Square, Shrewsbury, Shropshire,
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.
- Friday 18th December 9:00am until 5:00pm + More Dates
The Square, Shrewsbury, Shropshire,
Enjoy two days of festive shopping at Shrewsbury Christmas Market on Friday 18th and Saturday 19th December 2026, with artisan food, handmade gifts, local produce and Christmas treats in The Square, Shrewsbury.
- Friday 18th December 3:30pm until 9:45pm
Shrewsbury Abbey, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire,
Looking for a special Christmas concert in Shrewsbury? Christmas By Candlelight is bringing an evening of festive music to the historic surroundings of Shrewsbury Abbey this December.
- Friday 25th December 12:00pm until 4:30pm
Ellesmere Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 3AF
Celebrate Christmas Day in the beautiful surroundings of Albright Hussey Manor, with an exclusive six-course festive lunch, Champagne on arrival and a relaxed afternoon of fine dining in a historic Shropshire...