You need to put this list somewhere you can see it all year as we rarely get reminders of the events listed.
Message from David Clough,
Here is the latest 2019 list of events supported by Oswestry Town Council.
Handpicked Shropshire based food and craft producers selling the best the County has to offer in the town centre
Youth Music Festival – 27th Feb to 3rd March
Over 300 talented young performers compete in this respected competition aimed at encouraging musical development. There are a huge number of classes using various instruments. The performances are free to watch and are held in local venues concluding with the Sunday final at Christchurch.
Good Friday Family Day & Artisan Market – 19th April – 9am until 3pm
Lots of family activities on the Bailey Head with games, rides, entertainment, face painting and Easter Hunt etc. Free prizes.
Oswestry Produce Market – 20th April - 9am until 3pm
Handpicked Shropshire based food and craft producers selling the best the County has to offer in the town centre.
Do It For David Event – 11th May – Bailey Head
Market event to promote the reduction of single use plastics and alternatives for a healthier environment
Youth Market – 22nd May – 9.30am until 2pm
To celebrate National Love Your Local Market campaign Oswestry Markets will be supporting local schools and colleges to hold their very own market.
Artisan and Gardening Market – 31st May – 9am until 3pm
A collection of quality local craft and food producers held in Bailey Street and the Bailey Head. In addition gardening will be an important theme with a number of plant stalls, gardening advice and how to support wildlife and healthy eating.
Charity Market – 7th June – 9am until 3pm
Working closely with community supporters The Qube, Oswestry Markets host a charity market on the Bailey Head aimed at raising important funds and awareness for a wide number of local charities.
Bailey Head Dog Show – 8th June 9am until 2pm
Free family event in aid of Hectors Greyhound Rescue. Small entry fee for classes.
Porth-y-waen Silver Band – 9th June – 2pm until 4pm
Free family music in the award winning Cae Glas Park.
Oswestry Produce Market – 15th June - 9am until 3pm
Handpicked Shropshire based food and craft producers selling the best the County has to offer in the town centre.
Bulgarian Folklore Club – 23rd June – 12pm until 5pm
Free family music and dance in the award winning Cae Glas Park.
Ifton Brass – 7th July – 2pm until 4pm
Free family music in the award winning Cae Glas Park.
Guide Dog Event – 12th July – 9am until 3pm
This event promotes the essential work of the local guide dogs giving everyone the chance to pet them and experience a blindfold run all on the Bailey Head.
Oswestry Food and Drink Festival – 13th & 14th July – 9am until 4pm
Huge town centre event boasting the best Shropshire food producers. Free entry.
TNS Fun Day – 13th July – 10am until 3pm
Cae Glas Park hosts local football team TNS who provided plenty of free family activities.
Reggae Music Day – 14th July – 12pm until 7pm
Free family music in the award winning Cae Glas Park.
Oswestry Street Band – 21st July – 2pm until 4pm
Free family music in the award winning Cae Glas Park.
Culture Music Day – 4th August Cae Glas Park
Lots of different music from around the world
Oswestry Produce Market – 17th August - 9am until 3pm
Handpicked Shropshire based food and craft producers selling the best the County has to offer in the town centre.
Chill Out Sunday 18th August - 12pm until 4pm
Free family music in the award winning Cae Glas Park.
Oswestry Balloon Festival and Street Produce Market – 24th & 25th August
Massive event with over 25 balloons launching from Cae Glas Park. Food and craft stalls, live music, street entertainers etc. Free family event.
Charity Market – 6th September – 9am until 3pm
Working closely with community supporters The Qube, Oswestry Markets host a charity market on the Bailey Head aimed at raising important funds and awareness for a wide number of local charities.
Heritage Open Days – 11th - 18th September
National initiative to open as many historical places as possible to the public for free. Oswestry has a wide number of interesting activities including archaeological digs, St Oswald's tower, market activities, the Town Museum and the Park Hall trenches etc. Go to www.oswestrytownmusuem.co.uk for further details.
Do It For David Event – 21st September – Bailey Head
Market event to promote the reduction of single use plastics and alternatives for a healthier environment
Oswestry Community Games – 22nd September – 10am until 3pm
Large annual event held in Cae Glas Park giving everyone the chance to try a number of sports for free including tennis, football, archery, martial arts, hockey, rugby, etc. Great family day out.
Apple Day – 12th October – 9am until 2pm
This established annual event celebrates the apple and healthy eating with lots of interesting varieties of apples and advice on growing by the local orchard group CROP.
Oswestry Produce Market – 19th October - 9am until 3pm
Handpicked Shropshire based food and craft producers selling the best the County has to offer in the town centre.
Halloween Market – 26th October
Scary goings on at the Bailey Head. Family fun, prizes, scary hunts, children's rides.
Annual Bonfire and Firework Display – 2nd November – 6pm until 7pm
Huge annual event held at Brogyntyn Park and managed by volunteers the Borderland Rotary. All proceeds to local charities.
Christmas Light Switch On – 21st November – from 4pm
Local schools and musical groups perform on the large stage held on the Bailey Head to celebrate the switching on of the Christmas Lights often with special guests. Great family night out.
Oswestry Produce Market –24th November - 9am until 3pm
Handpicked Shropshire based food and craft producers selling the best the County has to offer in the town centre.
Oswestry Christmas Music Live – 6th December – 5pm until 10pm
One of the largest and spectacular night time events in the County. Huge amusement rides, ice rink, Christmas stalls, late night shopping, Santa's Grotto, live music stage and much, much more. Fantastic night out for all the family.
Oswestry Christmas Parade – 7th December – 11am
Organised by all the local Rotary Groups, this huge event has become one of the highlights of the year raising thousands of pounds for local charities. Huge floats, walking parades and live music throughout.
Christmas Artisan Market – 20th December – 9am until 3pm
A collection of quality local craft and food producers held in Bailey Street and the Bailey Head with a Christmassy feel.
Regards
David Clough
Retail Markets and Events Manager
Oswestry Town Council 01691680222
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