Events in Stoke-on-trent From 11th May – 17th May 2026

This week in Stoke-on-Trent, events span fitness, arts, and live music, with opportunities to build skills or unwind. You can find performances at The Dudson Centre, including a wellbeing session on 12 May, and storytelling at Longton Library. The Stoke Rep Theatre hosts multiple shows, such as 'Level Up' and a jazz night with Swing&Strings. At the Quarter at Potbank, outdoor live music runs through the weekend, with soul sessions on Sundays. For comedy, Al Murray performs at Victoria Hall, and Russell Howard takes the stage at the Regent Theatre. The city’s ceramic heritage is reflected in exhibitions at the University of Staffordshire. Transport options include the M6 motorway, rail services from Avanti West Coast, and bus routes, though suburban coverage is limited. Parking can be scarce at Trentham Gardens and Chatterley Whitfield, and congestion affects Hanley during peak hours. A short drive away, the Intu Potteries shopping centre may host events. The Trent and Mersey Canal offers a scenic route through the area.