What’s on in and around Ludlow

Welcome to our What’s On events page highlighting the best events in and around Ludlow.

To view events for a specific month, see the calendar below.

New Music and Culture

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Mamma Mia! Outdoor Cinema at Ludlow Castle

The ultimate ABBA & Mamma Mia! experience in the stunning grounds of Ludlow Castle in Shropshire. An all singing, all

19 September 2026, 6:00 pm

10:30 pm

New FAMILY

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The Ultimate Bubble Show! at Ludlow Assembly Rooms

Ray Bubbles, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, is on a mission to master the art of bubble-making and

1 April 2026, 11:30 am

1:30 pm

New Festivals

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Ludlow Food Festival 2026

Experience the ‘original’ food and drink festival at Ludlow Marches Food and Drink. Offering a dynamic programme of cooking demonstrations,

11 September 2026, 10:00 am

13 September 2026, 5:00 pm

New Easter

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Ludlow Castle Easter Egg Hunt

Hop into a magical adventure at Ludlow Castle this Easter, where the Easter Bunny has been very busy! Overnight, he

12 March 2026, 10:00 am

6:00 pm

New FAMILY

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Bitterley Point-to-Point Races

Bitterley Races including a Dog Show, funfair, shopping, beer tent, food outlets. Admission from 11amFirst Race at 14:00pm followed by

4 April 2026, 11:00 am

5:00 pm

New General

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Ludlow Holistic Festival

A day of Holistic Wellbeing at the Clive Pavilion, Ludlow Racecourse. Around 60 different stalls and therapists to browse at

16 May 2026, 10:00 am

4:00 pm

New Festivals

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Ludlow Magnalonga 2026

Embark on a delicious ramble through the rolling Shropshire countryside with Ludlow Magnalonga; a 7-8-mile walk featuring food and drink

9 August 2026, 10:00 am

4:00 pm

New FAMILY

Ludlow History Festival 2026

Comedy, storytelling, theatre, talks, music and more. Tours and walks will be added over the coming weeks and months. There

21 August 2026, 9:00 am

30 August 2026, 5:00 pm

New Music and Culture

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Human League + Special Guests Live at Ludlow Castle

SOLD OUT Plus Marc Almond, Blancmange &Altered ImagesSaturday 18th July 2026 The multi-platinum Sheffield trio will be joined by some

18 July 2026, 5:00 pm

10:30 pm

New Music and Culture

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Snow Patrol Live at Ludlow Castle

SOLD OUT SNOW PATROL Plus Corrine Bailey Rae & The Florentinas Thursday 16th July 2026 The Global indie rock superstars

16 July 2026, 5:00 pm

10:30 pm

New FAMILY

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Richards Castle Soap Box Derby 2026

Sunday 28th June The standard entry fee is £50 for each team entry (apply online) 3 Classes: Adult, Junior –

28 June 2026, 10:00 am

4:00 pm

New Food and Drink

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Summer Wine Tasting Evening at Ludlow Kitchen

Get the chance to explore a hand-picked range of delicious wines. Ludlow Kitchen wine expert from Ludlow Fine Wines will

19 June 2026, 7:00 pm

9:00 pm

New Festivals

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Ludlow Piano Festival 2026

This May the Piano Festival brings you some old friends, lots of big names and five days of non-stop, fabulous

20 May 2026, 7:00 pm

24 May 2026, 6:00 pm

New Festivals

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Ludlow Spring Festival 2026

8, 9 & 10 May 2026 Barrels of beer, full on food, brilliant bands and magnificent motors. Ludlow Spring Festival

8 May 2026, 5:00 pm

5:00 pm

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Christmas in Ludlow: your guide to markets, food, events and family fun this festive season.

by LGL_Editors | 14 November 2025 | Events, Festivals & Fayres | 0 Comments

There’s a special kind of magic around Ludlow at Christmas time. Simple pleasures matter just as much as the big events. It is a place where you can take your time, enjoy the moment and truly embrace the spirit of slow living. The town seems to glow a little...

Burwarton Show promises a summer day out to remember

by LGL_Editors | 4 August 2025 | Events | 0 Comments

Burwarton Show is gearing up for its 2025 event on Thursday 7th August, and organisers areencouraging visitors to book tickets now to make the most of savings on a fun-filled day for all thefamily. From 8am through to the early evening, the much-loved one-day...

Summer Events in Ludlow

by LGL_Editors | 27 June 2025 | Events | 0 Comments

If you’re thinking about heading to Ludlow this summer, you’ve picked a brilliant time. The town really comes into its own during the warmer months, and whether you're here for a weekend or a longer stay, there's a certain buzz in the air that makes it feel like...

Jess Glynne is coming to Ludlow Castle this summer!

Feb 24, 2025 | Art, Music & Culture, Events

Chart-topping sensation Jess Glynne is coming to Ludlow Castle this summer!

Texas Live at Ludlow Castle

Jan 20, 2025 | Art, Music & Culture, Events

Legendary Scottish rock band behind iconic hits like ‘Say What You Want’, ‘Inner Smile’, and ‘Black Eyed Boy’, will headline Live at Ludlow Castle on Saturday 19th July 2025 Joining them for this unforgettable evening are Natalie Imbruglia, known for her timeless...