What’s On in Oswestry? Events, Festivals & More!

Looking for something fun to do in Oswestry and nearby? You’re in the right place! Oswestry’s arts and events scene is packed with live music, theatre, exhibitions, and festivals—there’s always something happening.

🎨 Arts & Culture & History. Dive into local history at Oswestry Town Museum and the Cambrian Heritage Railways Museum to uncover the town’s industrial past. Literature lovers can follow the Wilfred Owen Trail, celebrating the famous war poet’s connection to the town. The winter arts festival Love Oswestry features the opportunity to try lots of different free activities. Could be drama or pottery, drumming or lantern making. Don’t miss the thrilling lantern parade finale.

🎭 Theatre, Film & Music
Catch a play, film, or musical at one of Oswestry’s venues. If you love music, you’re in for a treat—there are fantastic local choirs, orchestras, and festivals. The Whittington International Music Festival in May is a must for classical music fans, while Cae Glas Park hosts free summer concerts featuring everything from brass bands to international dance acts. Our independent cinema Maona offers a great range of film genres. For theatre lovers, The Holroyd Community Theatre offers a great choice from Author Events to Music and Cinema.

🎈 Festivals & Big Events

• Love Oswestry – the winter arts festival in February
• Oswestry Hot Air Balloon Carnival (August) – A breathtaking spectacle in the summer sky!
• Oswestry Food & Drink Festival (July) – The town centre transforms into a fun, free foodie paradise for two days.
• Oswestry Show (August) – One of the UK’s biggest one day agricultural shows, full of rural charm.
• Christmas in Oswestry (December) – Festive lights, a Christmas parade, and the spectacular Friday Night Christmas Live with music, food, fairground rides, and fireworks!
• Summer in the Park – chilled music and performance on Sunday afternoons.

Whether you’re into art, music, history, or festivals, check out our events calendar for the latest events in Oswestry and near here.