Dr John Cooper Clarke
Poet John Cooper Clarke performs live at Victoria Hall in Stoke-on-Trent.
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What's On in Stoke-on-Trent – Events This Week & Things To Do
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Stoke-on-Trent’s story is written in clay. From the Victorian kilns at Gladstone to the Caldon Canal’s quiet stretches, from Burslem’s pottery heritage to Trentham’s green spaces, there's a city here worth knowing properly. But between work, family, and the endless scroll of social media noise, the best local things slip past. A new exhibition at the Potteries Museum. That hidden café in Hanley. The events that actually matter to you. The City Brief cuts through that. Each week, we bring you what’s genuinely worth your time, no fluff, no algorithm. Just Stoke-on-Trent as a local friend would tell it.
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Events in Stoke-on-trent This Weekend
A Night of Comedy at The Book Keepers Secret
Five comedians perform stand-up comedy at The Book Keepers Secret venue.
Oktoberfest | Keele su, Stoke
Keele University hosts Oktoberfest featuring beer, live music, and traditional festivities.
Longton Mega Rave Presents Warehouse
Old-school rave featuring MC Ragga and DJs at U7 Arts and Cultural Centre.
Classic Memories Presents Russ Marland
DJ Russ Marland performs at The Jug in Newcastle-under-Lyme, with proceeds going to MIND.
Events in Stoke-on-trent This Week
Jonathan Pie: The End of The World According to Jonathan Pie
Jonathan Pie delivers his satirical commentary on current events at Victoria Hall.
Dr John Cooper Clarke
Poet John Cooper Clarke performs live at Victoria Hall in Stoke-on-Trent.
A Night of Comedy at The Book Keepers Secret
Five comedians perform stand-up comedy at The Book Keepers Secret venue.
Oktoberfest | Keele su, Stoke
Keele University hosts Oktoberfest featuring beer, live music, and traditional festivities.
Longton Mega Rave Presents Warehouse
Old-school rave featuring MC Ragga and DJs at U7 Arts and Cultural Centre.
Classic Memories Presents Russ Marland
DJ Russ Marland performs at The Jug in Newcastle-under-Lyme, with proceeds going to MIND.
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Upcoming Events by Category
Culture & Arts
Jersey Boys
The hit musical Jersey Boys returns to the Regent Theatre in Stoke-on-Trent.
Nosferatu - Silent Movie With Live Organ
A silent film screening of Nosferatu with live organ music at Keele University Chapel.
Wizard of oz, a Wicked Pantomime
A pantomime adaptation of The Wizard of Oz is performed at Mitchell Arts Centre.
'Make Your Own' Zine Workshop
Attendees can create their own zines at this free, self-led drop-in workshop.
Classically Kate Bush
Classical orchestra performs Kate Bush's hits in a concert at Victoria Hall.
Family & Kids
Party Roo - "Through The Years" Disco
Party Roo hosts a disco-themed event at Mitchell Arts Centre for children and families.
Active Stoke October Half Term Holiday Club
Active Stoke offers a half-term holiday club for kids with fun, engaging activities.
Sand Dragon Show& Workshop
Sand Dragon Show and workshop for children at Mitchell Arts Centre with ticket pricing.
Dance Through The Decades Dance Workshop
Children participate in a 'Dance Through the Decades' workshop at Mitchell Arts Centre.
The Witch Who Couldn't Sleep
The Witch Who Couldn't Sleep is a children's theatre production at Mitchell Arts Centre.
Nightlife & Music
Jonathan Pie: The End of The World According to Jonathan Pie
Jonathan Pie delivers his satirical commentary on current events at Victoria Hall.
Dr John Cooper Clarke
Poet John Cooper Clarke performs live at Victoria Hall in Stoke-on-Trent.
A Night of Comedy at The Book Keepers Secret
Five comedians perform stand-up comedy at The Book Keepers Secret venue.
Oktoberfest | Keele su, Stoke
Keele University hosts Oktoberfest featuring beer, live music, and traditional festivities.
Longton Mega Rave Presents Warehouse
Old-school rave featuring MC Ragga and DJs at U7 Arts and Cultural Centre.
Featured Places in Stoke-on-trent
Food & Drink
AnasmaAnasma is a cafe on Hartshill Road, connecting residential areas with the Royal Stoke University Hospital.
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Brindley FarmBrindley Farm is a pub restaurant on Shelton Boulevard in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent.
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Brisk Coffee CoBrisk Coffee Co is a coffee shop on Lamb Street in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent.
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Caffè JavaCaffè Java is a cafe on High Street in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent.
View Info →Fitness Centre
Destination GymDestination Gym is a fitness centre on Newcastle Road in Stoke-on-Trent.
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Things to do in Stoke-on-trent
What's on in Stoke-on-Trent ranges from pottery heritage to live entertainment and food events. Whether you're looking for things to do in Stoke-on-Trent this week or planning a full day out, events in Stoke-on-Trent cover Culture & Arts, Nightlife & Music, Family & Kids, Food & Drink, Shopping & Markets, and fitness and outdoor pursuits. The city and surrounding areas offer regular programming across multiple venues and neighbourhoods, making it straightforward to find local activities suited to your interests. Hanley serves as the city centre hub for shopping, culture and entertainment, whilst areas like Burslem and Etruria showcase the city’s pottery heritage through museums and historical sites. You can explore theatre productions, visit gallery exhibitions, catch live music performances, browse local markets, enjoy family attractions near Trentham, or dine at independent restaurants. Each neighbourhood has its own character, from the industrial history preserved in Etruria to the community spirit of Burslem, with parks and green spaces in Fenton and Longton adding outdoor options for all seasons. The site helps you navigate what's available by filtering events this week and events this weekend, browsing specific event categories, and exploring venues across different parts of the city. Local guides point you towards neighbourhoods worth visiting, while venue pages show you what's happening at particular locations. Whether you prefer planning ahead or discovering what's on right now, the search and filtering tools make it easy to find exactly what suits your schedule.
Common Stoke-on-trent Questions
### What are the most popular event categories in Stoke-on-Trent? Stoke-on-Trent’s event calendar reflects the city’s heritage and community interests. Culture & Arts events draw on the city’s pottery legacy and museums like the Gladstone Pottery Museum and Stoke-on-Trent Museum & Art Gallery. Food & Drink offerings celebrate local dining, whilst Shopping & Markets provide retail experiences. Fitness & Outdoors events utilise green spaces across neighbourhoods like Trentham and Longton. Family & Kids activities run at Mitchell Arts Centre, and Nightlife & Music events keep the city’s social calendar active. ### How often are Stoke-on-Trent event listings updated? Our event listings are refreshed regularly to ensure current information. Browse our ‘this week’ and ‘this weekend’ sections for new happenings. You can explore events by category, venue, or neighbourhood to tailor your search. We provide curated recommendations across Culture & Arts, Food & Drink, Family & Kids, Nightlife & Music, Shopping & Markets, and Fitness & Outdoors to help you stay informed about Stoke’s event programme. ### Which Stoke-on-Trent venues host the most events? Mitchell Arts Centre is a key cultural venue hosting family workshops, theatre, and arts activities. The city centre is anchored by Hanley, where cinemas, theatres, and performance spaces cluster. Heritage sites including the Dudson Museum, the World of Wedgwood, and Gladstone Pottery Museum host exhibitions and cultural events. Neighbourhood venues like pubs in Penkhull and local halls across Burslem, Etruria, and Middleport offer accessible programming tied to pottery heritage and community engagement. ### How can I find out what's on in Stoke-on-Trent this weekend? Visit our ‘this weekend’ section to see events happening across Stoke-on-Trent. Use our category filters to narrow your search by Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, Family & Kids, Food & Drink, Shopping & Markets, or Fitness & Outdoors. You can also search by neighbourhood (Hanley, Burslem, Middleport, Trentham and others) or venue. Our venues guide lists major event spaces, offering curated picks for different occasions. ### What kinds of events happen in Stoke-on-Trent during the week? Stoke-on-Trent’s weekday event calendar includes Culture & Arts exhibitions at museums and galleries, alongside Food & Drink events at local venues. Theatre productions feature at established spaces, whilst markets and shopping events run in commercial neighbourhoods like Hanley. Fitness & Outdoors classes utilise parks in Longton, Tunstall, and Fenton. Browse our ‘this week’ listings to discover daily activities, and filter by category or venue.