Telford & Wrekin Culture and Events

09/06/2026

😍 We’re getting ready for our Armed Forces Family Fun Day — and you’re invited!

Watch Councillor Angela McClements share her experience and why supporting our Armed Forces community matters 💙

Join us for a fantastic day of family fun and celebration.

Armed Forces Family Fun Day
📍 Broadoaks Playing Field, Donnington
📅 Sunday 28 June 2026
⏰ 11am – 5pm
👉 Follow for updates >>> https://orlo.uk/7eKBY

09/06/2026

What a fantastic Telford Walk Week! 🚶‍♀️🌿

Thank you to the 250 people who took part, from residents who joined the walks to the amazing staff and volunteers who made it all possible. It’s been brilliant to see so many people getting active, discovering new places, and enjoying Telford’s great outdoors together.

Watch our wrap-up video to relive some of the highlights 👇

08/06/2026

Are you 13–18 and living in Telford and Wrekin? 👀

Come along to our Youth Culture Vision Day and help shape the future of your town 💬✨

No pressure. No boring presentations. Just your ideas, your experiences, and a chance to be heard 🙌

🎨 Get creative
🎮 Have fun
🎵 Meet new people
⚽ Share what matters to you
🍕 Free pizza

📍 Belmont Community Hall, Wellington
📅 Saturday 13 June
⏰ 11am – 4pm

🎟 Free (booking required) https://orlo.uk/cgmnP
🔗Info https://orlo.uk/VfySJ

08/06/2026

🎉 Get ready for a full day of FREE family fun, entertainment, and activities for all ages at Broadoaks Playing Field, Donnington for Armed Forces Family Fun Day!

🏁 From the thrill of the Telford Gaming Bus
🎲 To hands-on fun with Boardroom Gaming Cafe
🏀 High-energy action with Rawzone Basketball
🏠 Plus imaginative play at Dinky City

There’s something around every corner—including Nerf, martial arts with Roar Martial Arts Telford, meet the donkey’s from Emma’s donkeys Llanidloes, and appearances from the mischievous Wrong Brothers and Gnomes ✨
🎤 Enjoy live music from Casey’s Venue, Alfie Hayward, Red Wicks, and Stomping Jacks
🛍️ Browse unique stalls like Ollie’s ODD Creations, Wax & Wood, and Izzy & Jack's
💚 Connect with amazing local charities and organisations including Shrewsbury & Telford NHS Trust, Shropshire Wildlife Trust, Learn Telford, and many more

📅 Sunday 28 June 2026
📍 Broadoaks Playing Field, Donnington
⏰ 11am – 5pm
🙌 Bring your friends, bring your family—and don’t miss it!

04/06/2026

🥰 Let’s look forward to Armed Forces Family Fun Day.

📅 Sunday 28 June 2026
📍 Broadoaks Playing Field, Donnington
⏰ 11am – 5pm

It’s a fantastic and fun day packed with FREE activities and entertainment for all ages
🎤 Live music from Casey’s Venue Alfie Hayward, Red Wicks , Stomping Jacks
🏠 Dinky City
🏀 Rawzone Basketball
🫏 Emma’s donkeys Llanidloes
🚌 Telford Gaming Bus
🎲 Boardroom Gaming Cafe
🎯 Nerf
🥋 Roar Martial Arts Telford
✨Characters to look out for The Wrong Brothers and Gnomes

Plus, Stalls including Ollie's ODD Creations, Wax & Wood and Izzy & Jack's
Charities/Information Stalls - Smallwood’s, Shrewsbury & Telford NHS Trust, Marches Energy, Cat Protection, Help Ukraine, Shropshire Wildlife Trust, Community Resource
Rainbow Rescue Telford, Learn Telford, True North

👉 Follow for updates >>> https://orlo.uk/lxdbE

We are thrilled to be one of the 130 local events supported by a Ministry of Defence grant this Armed Forces Day. Our service personnel make extraordinary sacrifices to keep us safe. Join us in Donnington to celebrate and say thank you.
Armed Forces Day

04/06/2026

💃 Carnival 2026 – You’re Invited! 🎪

We are delighted to invite you to take part in Carnival 2026 – a vibrant celebration of community, culture, and creativity!

📅 Sunday 30 August 2026

🎉 Carnival Procession
⏰ Starts at 12.15pm
📍 Please meet at Southwater Library from 11.30am

🌟 NEW FOR 2026 – Carnival Village! 🌟Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 August

This year, we’re excited to introduce our Carnival Village – a lively, dedicated space where you can:

🎪 Host a stall to raise funds for your organisation
💃 Showcase cultural dances
🎶 Perform with your choir or group
🌍 Celebrate the diversity and talent of our community

Whether you’d like to join the procession, host a stall, perform, or take part in both, we’d love to hear from you!

📧 Register your interest:
Email us at [email protected]

🎊 Let’s make Carnival 2026 bigger, brighter, and more exciting than ever – we look forward to celebrating with you! 🎊

02/06/2026

🤔 Spaces are filling up – secure a place now. We’re working with The Roots Programme to give young people a real voice in shaping the Borough’s future Culture Strategy – and your young person (13 - 18) can be part of it.

📅 Saturday 13 June 2026
🕚 11am – 4pm

They’ll enjoy:
• Creative activities and group discussions
• A friendly, informal environment
• Chances to meet others and share ideas
• Snacks and pizza provided throughout the day

👉 Register today: https://orlo.uk/Pf4v6
Info https://orlo.uk/4RIZg

01/06/2026