Telford & Wrekin Culture and Events

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

✨ Christmas in Telford is about to get a whole lot bigger 🌱🎭

One of our favourite festive traditions returns this December as Jack and the Beanstalk takes over Telford International Centre.

This year’s panto features a spectacular 3D Giant experience, alongside all the comedy, songs, colourful costumes and audience participation that make a trip to the panto such a brilliant part of Christmas. Whether it’s an annual family tradition or your first Telford panto, get ready for a giant festive adventure! Tickets are on sale NOW!! 👇

📅 17 December 2026 – 2 January 2027
📍Telford International Centre

30/08/2026

🎈 IMPORTANT UPDATE 🎈

Due to thunderstorms in the area and adverse weather conditions, Telford Balloon Fiesta has now closed for the day.

The safety of visitors, participants and staff is always our priority, and weather conditions mean no further activities will take place this evening. ⛈️

Please take care travelling home. 🚗

30/08/2026

🎈 Sunday evening Telford Balloon Fiesta update 🎈

Due to thunderstorms forecast for the area and changing weather conditions, there will be no balloon activity this evening.

Safety is always our top priority, and the conditions are not suitable for flying.

Over the course of the weekend, we were delighted to see the skies above Telford filled with colour, with two morning balloon launches and two spectacular parachute displays taking place for visitors to enjoy 🪂

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this year's Telford Balloon Fiesta such a fantastic event. We hope you've enjoyed the sights, entertainment and unforgettable moments throughout the weekend.

30/08/2026

30/08/2026

Good morning! It's Telford Carnival Day 🎉 and the final day of Balloon Fiesta 2026.

Today's activities (Sunday 30 August) include the Carnival Parade at 12.30pm and The Wings Parachute Display Team jumping into the arena at 12 noon. You'll also find live music, family activities, food and drink, displays, and market traders throughout the day.

Balloon Fiesta Stage
12.30pm Carnival Parade and entertainment, moving to the Carnival Village
1.40pm Telford Music Service
2.30pm Stunt Show
3.15pm Caribbean Sunshine Community Steel Band
4.15pm Stunt Show
5.15pm Stunt Show
6.00pm Big Ship Alliance

Everything you need to know, including timings, access and parking information, can be found here: https://orlo.uk/x7pk8

Please note: we won't be monitoring comments over the weekend, so please visit the link above for the latest updates.
Telford Town Park

30/08/2026

Good morning, Telford! 🌅🎈 LOOK UP 👀 We're delighted to confirm that this morning's 6am balloon launch is going ahead from Telford Town Park.

Get ready for a spectacular sight as colourful balloons take to the skies over Telford. As always, balloon activity is weather-dependent and can change at short notice.

Drop your pictures below....

And there's plenty more to enjoy throughout the day! 🎉

⭐ What's on today - CARNIVAL DAY!
• Wings Parachute Team display at 12 noon and 4.45pm (subject to the weather)
• Madness Events Stunt Team
• Tethered balloon demonstrations
• Live music throughout the day
• Kids Zone
• Circus workshops
• Food and drink stalls
• Market stalls

🎭 Telford Carnival | 12pm to 7pm Alongside Balloon Fiesta, enjoy a fantastic afternoon of community celebration across the QEII Arena and Southwater, including:
• Community parade at 12.30pm
• Community showcase
• Dance performances
• Drop-in workshops

🎈 For the latest event and flying updates, visit: https://orlo.uk/qpih6

ℹ️ Please note: We won't be monitoring comments over the weekend, so please check the link above for all official updates.