Garage Republic Festival 2026
Garage Republic Festival 2026 returns to LAB11 in Birmingham with major headliners and a high-energy music event.
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Garage Republic Festival 2026 returns to LAB11 in Birmingham with major headliners and a high-energy music event.
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An outdoor festival for adults over 30 featuring nostalgic music and themed entertainment.
Nightlife & Music
Elephant & CastleElephant & Castle is a pub on Church Street in Telford, just outside the city.
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The Turf Family PubYou can find The Turf Family Pub on Grove Street in Telford Town Centre, a family-friendly pub known for its Sunday roast dinner and weekday menu discount.
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WildwoodWildwood Telford is a restaurant known for its stone-baked pizza and Italian dining experience.
View Info →Weekend markets at Blists Hill and seasonal food festivals like Cosford Food Festival draw crowds across Telford. Family fun takes place at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World, while interactive exhibits are available in green spaces such as Town Park. Live music events occur at venues near Ironbridge Gorge or the town centre, including performances at Blists Hill Victorian Town.
The annual Ironbridge Gorge Brass Band Festival celebrates brass music in the historic area, while community events like the Telford Carnival bring people together across neighbourhoods. Outdoor fitness walks are possible on trails along The Wrekin, and shopping options include seasonal markets near town green spaces.
You can find listings for Food & Drink, Family & Kids, Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, Fitness & Outdoors, or Shopping & Markets by category. Events this week and this weekend are listed with direct links to venues including Blists Hill, Telford International Centre, or Town Park area.
Telford hosts a range of weekly activities across categories like Food & Drink and Family & Kids. Regular events include food tastings at local venues, family crafting sessions at community centres, cultural exhibitions at Blists Hill Victorian Town or Telford International Centre, and interactive workshops for children.
Seasonal guides highlight art projects in green spaces such as Town Park, while markets with regional produce also take place regularly.
Most events occur across central hubs. The Telford International Centre (TIC) hosts exhibitions and live shows, while Blists Hill Victorian Town runs cultural programming. Events also take place near Telford Central Station and shopping areas, with some held in green spaces like Town Park.
Yes, families can enjoy interactive exhibits at Blists Hill Victorian Town or explore Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World. Kids can join workshops at community centres such as Lawley Community Centre, while play areas are available in green spaces including Town Park.
Live music takes place at venues near Ironbridge Gorge and the town centre. Performances by local bands occur regularly at Blists Hill Victorian Town or the Telford International Centre (TIC). Pubs and bars around Central Station offer late-night entertainment.
Check our curated listings filtered by category, such as Nightlife & Music, Family & Kids, or Food & Drink. You can browse venues including Blists Hill Victorian Town, the TIC, or Town Park vicinity for what’s on this week or over the weekend.