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Your Shrewsbury Week: Big Events, Gallery Tours & Foodie Finds
From must-see events to art-filled afternoons and local foodie gems, here's what's happening in Shrewsbury this week.
Will (Shrewsbury Scoop)
June 22, 2025
Hello Shrewsbury. We hope you're ready for another great (and hopefully cooler) week ahead.
This week’s scoop includes:
🎭 Comedy Festival Lowdown: The full schedule, highlights, and ticket info for Shrewsbury’s funniest week of the year.
🖼️ Galleries & Exhibitions: Inspiring shows and openings, from contemporary works to traditional favourites.
🎉 Big Events Round-Up: Let’s Rock, Shrewsbury Food Festival, Comic Con, the 10K, and more major dates for your diary.
🎸 Live Music, Nightlife & More: Gigs, DJ sets, rooftop parties, and weekend vibes across town.
Let’s get stuck into the events happening this week.
Disclaimer: Please note that events listed in this newsletter are subject to change. While we make every effort to provide accurate details, we cannot be held liable for any alterations to dates, times, locations, pricing, or content after the email is sent. We recommend checking directly with the event venue for the most up-to-date information. Additionally, we are not responsible for any external links included in this newsletter. Always verify event details with the official event organiser.
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FEATURED: SHREWSBURY INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL
Get ready for Shrewsbury's biggest comedy event of the year!
The International Comedy Festival returns with five days of brilliant live comedy across venues throughout town, bringing together established headliners and exciting new acts for what promises to be a fantastic week of entertainment.
🎤 Individual Shows (Tickets Still Available)
Live at St Mary’s - Wed 9 July
Ignacio Lopez - Thur 10 July
Mrs Smith - Thur 10 July
Stella Graham - Fri 11 July
Terry Christian - Fri 11 July
Frankie Munroe - Fri 11 July
Dave Chawner - Sat 12 July
Tony Law - Sat 12 July
Josh Jones: Work in Progress - Sat 12 July
Sally-Anne Hayward - Sun 13 July
Tez Ilyas - Sun 13 July
Discover all the acts 👉 here
🍽️ Special Events
A Comedy Tapas #1 - Fri 11 July
A Political Brunch #1 - Sat 12 July
A Comedy Tapas #2 - Sat 12 July
A Political Brunch #2 - Sun 13 July
The week wraps up with the Gala Show on Sunday 13 July at Theatre Severn, featuring MC Scott Bennett alongside Abandoman, Tez Ilyas, QI's Cally Beaton, and the delightfully odd Troy Hawke with his 1930s persona. It's a great lineup to close out the festival.
🎟 Grab your tickets at theatresevern.co.uk
Kindly sponsored by Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival.
FOOD & DRINK 🍽️
Wine Tasting at GlouGlou
📅 Date: Wednesday, 2nd July 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: Glou Glou, 17a Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, SY1 2AB
🎟 Tickets: Here
Join GlouGlou for their monthly themed wine tasting. July’s focus is aphrodisiac-inspired wines, from fruity rosés to sultry reds and mineral-rich whites. It’s an easy-going evening to discover new favourites without committing to a bottle.
Sabrina Summer BBQ
📅 Date: Thursday, 3rd July 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Venue: Near Welsh Bridge, Shrewsbury
🎟 Booking: Here
Enjoy a summer BBQ on the water aboard the Sabrina boat. Tuck into handmade burgers, sausages, and salads as you cruise along the River Severn. Dietary options available with notice. Arrival from 7:00 PM, with food served mid-cruise.
More Food & Drink Events
🥃 Whisky Tasting: Island Whiskies
📅 Friday, 27th June 2025
⏰ 7:30 PM
📍 Prince Rupert Hotel, Shrewsbury
📖 Booking: Here
🌶️ Mighty M's: Jamaican Street Food Pop Up
📅 Saturday, 28th June 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Rad Beer, Hereford Rd, Meole Brace, SY3 7QZ
🔗 More details: Here
🍳 Hummingbird Evening Brunch
📅 Saturday, 28th June 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings: Dye House, Shrewsbury, SY1 2SZ
🎟 Tickets: Here
🍽️ Mystery Menu Evening @ CSONS
📅 Thursday, 3rd July 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 CSONS, 8 Milk Street, SY1 1SZ
📖 Booking: Here
🌮 Noba Kitchen Street Food Pop-Up
📅 Friday, 4th July 2025
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Rad Beer, Hereford Rd, Meole Brace, SY3 7QZ
🔗 More details: Here
🖌️ Drink & Draw with Anna Moszynska
📅 Wednesday, 9th July 2025
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Glou Glou, 17a Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, SY1 2AB
🎟 Tickets: Here
🍴 Attingham Dining Club
📅 Saturday, 12th July 2025
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 Attingham Park, Shrewsbury, SY4 4TP
🎟 Tickets: Here
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COMMUNITY & OTHER 🤝
Shrewsbury Food Festival
📅 Date: Saturday, 28th June 2025 – Sunday, 29th June 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Venue: The Quarry Park, Shrewsbury, SY1 1JA
🎟 Tickets: Here
A highlight of the local calendar, Shrewsbury Food Festival returns for a weekend of top-notch food, drink, and family fun. Featuring around 200 independent stalls, live music, chef demos, and children’s activities, it’s a delicious way to celebrate the region’s culinary talent.
Oath Run Club
📅 Date: Sunday, 29th June 2025
⏰ Time: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Venue: Oath Coffee, 39–40 Castle Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 2BW
🔗 More details: Here
Oath Run Club returns with a relaxed Sunday morning meet-up for all levels. Choose between a 3km or 5km route, both led by local fitness trainer Chloe Parry. Afterwards, reward yourself with coffee and cake at Oath. No pressure, just great energy and community vibes.
We went to the last Oath Run Club earlier this month:
Wace Morgan Shrewsbury 10K
📅 Date: Sunday, 6th July 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Venue: The Quarry Park, Shrewsbury, SY1 1JA
🔗 More details: Here
Shrewsbury’s much-loved 10K returns, starting in the scenic Quarry Park. Runners will take in views of the river, town centre and historic sites as they navigate this rewarding route. Whether you’re racing for a cause or chasing a personal best, it’s a standout summer fixture.
More Community Events
🍻 Little Stars Quiz Night Fundraiser
📅 Tuesday, 24th June 2025
⏰ 7:30 PM
📍 Claremont Social Tap, Shrewsbury
🔗 More details: Here
📚 Shrewsbury Library Tour
📅 Saturday, 28th June 2025
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Shrewsbury Library, Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, SY1 2AS
📖 Booking: Here
👩💼 Meet the Author - Emma Woodhouse
📅 Saturday, 28th June 2025
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Shrewsbury Library, Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, SY1 2AS
📖 Booking: Here
🎪 Charity Summer Fete-ival
📅 Saturday, 28th June 2025
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 Ryton Village Hall, SY5 7NB
🔗 More details: Here
🍺 Montford Beer Festival
📅 Saturday, 28th June 2025
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 Montford Bridge, Shrewsbury
🔗 More details: Here
🌈 Tea & Biscuits Presents: Pride
📅 Saturday, 28th June 2025
⏰ 7:30 PM
📍 The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, SY1 1TE
🎟 Tickets: Here
🧘♀️ Yoga & Brunch at the Museum
📅 Wednesday, 2nd July 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery Courtyard
🎟 Tickets: Here
🖼️ Jenny Wheatley & Modern Masters
📅 Friday, 4th July 2025
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Soden Collection, 80 Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, SY1 1UT
📖 Booking: Here
🎉 Darwin Gymnastics Bingo & Quiz
📅 Saturday, 5th July 2025
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Darwin Gymnastics and Dance, Unit 12, Castle Business Park, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, SY1 2EG
🎟 Tickets: Here
🧺 Shrewsbury Farmers Market
📅 Monday, 7th July 2025
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 The Square, Shrewsbury
🔗 More details: Here
🎙️ BBC Radio 4 Any Questions
📅 Friday, 11th July 2025
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Shrewsbury Abbey, Abbey Foregate, SY2 6BS
🎟 Tickets: Here
🎡 July Fair in the Square
📅 Saturday, 12th July 2025
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 The Square, Shrewsbury
🔗 More details: Here
🦸♂️ Shrewsbury Comic Con
📅 Saturday, 19th July 2025
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 St Mary's & The Darwin Centre
🔗 More details: Here
YOU MAY HAVE MISSED…
Serenities Path & Megan Ward Healing Workshop
Join Serenities Path and artist Megan Ward for a unique evening combining art therapy, mindfulness, guided meditation, and Reiki healing:
Painting Evening with Georgina Walton
Join artist Georgina Walton on Friday 18th July at Blind Tiger, for a relaxed painting session perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to unwind. You'll create your own artwork on canvas using quality materials including gold leaf, with all supplies provided.
Includes a welcome drink on arrival and a friendly, laid-back atmosphere. Leave with your finished painting and some great photos from the evening.
Tickets available at www.georginawaltonartist.com
Highly Flammable Studio Launch Their Gallery Wall
View the launch of a collaborative gallery wall at Highly Flammable Studio, featuring work from over 20 Shrewsbury artists:
Studio One adds Calisthenics Classes
Studio One is launching calisthenics classes that use bodyweight resistance training to build strength and master skills like pull-ups, L-sits, and the perfect push-up:
See Amy Rhodes’ “Verdia” at Swan Hill
Amy Rhodes' debut solo exhibition "Verdia" continues at Swan Hill Studios until 27th June:
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LIVE MUSIC 🎸
Edward Elgar – The Kingdom
📅 Date: Saturday, 28th June 2025
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Venue: Shrewsbury Abbey, Abbey Foregate, SY2 6BS
🎟 Tickets: Here
Shrewsbury Choral and Orchestra perform Elgar’s epic oratorio The Kingdom in the majestic setting of Shrewsbury Abbey. A powerful highlight of the Shrewsbury Music Festival 2025.
Saturday Sessions: The Notes – Acoustic Duo
📅 Date: Saturday, 5th July 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: Rad Beer, Hereford Road, Meole Brace, SY3 7QZ
🔗 More details: Here
The Notes, an acoustic duo with a love for timeless tunes, return for a laid-back Saturday night set. Expect a blend of old-school classics and modern hits with plenty of warmth and charm.
Let’s Rock Shrewsbury
📅 Date: Saturday, 12th July 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
📍 Venue: The Quarry Park, Shrewsbury, SY1 1JA
🎟 Tickets: Here
Step back into the 80s at Let’s Rock Shrewsbury, with a stellar line-up of retro favourites and family-friendly entertainment. From synth-pop to shoulder pads, it’s an all-day celebration of a colourful musical decade.
More Live Music Events
🎵 St Alkmund's Concert: Dylan Cernwy
📅 Tuesday, 24th June 2025
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 St Alkmund’s Church, St Alkmond’s Square, Shrewsbury SY1 1UH
🔗 More details: Here
🎶 Dylan Cernwy (Harp) at St Alkmund's
📅 Tuesday, 24th June 2025
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 St Alkmund’s Church, St Alkmond’s Square, Shrewsbury SY1 1UH
🔗 More details: Here
🎼 Concert in the Round: Pupils of Shrewsbury High School
📅 Friday, 27th June 2025
⏰ 12:30 PM
📍 1 St Chad's Terrace, Shrewsbury SY1 1JX
🔗 More details: Here
🎻 The Cello's Voice: Masterworks with Piano
📅 Sunday, 29th June 2025
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 St Alkmund’s Church, St Alkmond’s Square, Shrewsbury SY1 1UH
🔗 More details: Here
🎹 Stefan Donner (Organ Recital)
📅 Saturday, 5th July 2025
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 Shrewsbury Abbey, Abbey Foregate, SY2 6BS
🔗 More details: Here
SHREWSBURY NIGHTLIFE 🥳
🎸 Koda @ In Good Hands Music Café
⏰ Fri 27th Jun, 7:00 PM
🔗 Details
🎸 Amy Winehouse’s Back to Black @ Albert's Shed
⏰ Fri 27th Jun, 7:30 PM
🔗 Booking
🎸 The Shire-ish Rovers @ The Buttermarket
⏰ Fri 27th Jun, 7:30 PM
🔗 Tickets
🎸 DJ: Wrekin Havoc @ Oil
⏰ Fri 27th Jun, 8:00 PM
🔗 Details
🎸 Something 4 The Weekend Duo @ The Wheatsheaf
⏰ Fri 27th Jun, 8:30 PM
🔗 Details
🎸 Old School Hip Hop Rooftop Party @ The Buttermarket
⏰ Sat 28th Jun, 6:00 PM
🔗 Tickets
🎸 Jazz @ The Crown
⏰ Sat 28th Jun, 8:00 PM
🔗 Details
🎸 Watermelon Chronicles @ The OPO
⏰ Sat 28th Jun, 9:00 PM
🔗 Details
🎸 The Severn @ Albert's Shed
⏰ Sat 28th Jun, 9:00 PM
🔗 Booking
🎸 Rivia @ Oil
⏰ Sat 28th Jun, 10:00 PM
🔗 Details
CRAFT & CREATE 🎨
Stained Glass Effect Bookmarks
📅 Date: Saturday, 28th June 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Venue: Shrewsbury Library, Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, SY1 2AS
🎟 Tickets: Here
Create your own vibrant stained glass effect bookmarks at this hands-on workshop. A perfect chance to explore your creativity and take home something unique, whether you’re an experienced crafter or just fancy trying something new.
Reflections in the Landscape
📅 Date: Saturday, 12th July 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Venue: Trinity Centre, Meole Brace, Shrewsbury, SY3 9HF
🎟 Tickets: Here
In this full-day art class, paint a meaningful landscape featuring a body of water using acrylics on birch panel. The workshop includes step-by-step guidance and tips for capturing reflections and movement in water. Materials provided, though you're welcome to bring your own.
More Craft & Create Events
🎨 Watercolour Workshop with Janice Gill
📅 Sunday, 29th June 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 Massarella Coffee Shop, Darwin Centre, Shrewsbury
📘 Booking/details: Here
“This beginner-friendly watercolour workshop focuses on coastal scenes with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instruction.”
🧵 Bring Your Own Project Sewing Club
📅 Friday, 4th July 2025
⏰ 10:30 AM
📍 Abakhan Fabrics, 18 Market Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1LE
🎟 Tickets: Here
🎨 Glassware Painting Night
📅 Thursday, 10th July 2025
⏰ 7:30 PM
📍 Floro Lounge, 46 Pride Hill, Shrewsbury, SY1 1DN
🎟 Tickets: Here
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