Events in Worcester From 11th May – 17th May 2026

This week in Worcester offers a range of events for professionals, creatives, and families. You can find networking opportunities at local venues, including free sessions hosted by The Women Who Business Community and Worcester Business Buzz. For artistic experiences, check out live music performances at Huntingdon Hall, where comedians like Jonny Cole perform, and at the University of Worcester Arena, where acts like Rai v Wallace and Betsy Franklin & Libby Healy take the stage. The Commandery hosts a hands-on 17th-century paper cutting workshop for adults, while the University of Worcester Arena also presents shows such as 'Man Made' by Callum Roe and 'Surveillance State' by Michelle Turberfield. The Bull Baiters Ale and Cider House features comedy with Crystal McCaul and Fern Wilson in 'Dewomanised.'

Family and children’s events include story time at Webbs, Wychbold, and 'A Squash And A Squeeze' at the Swan Theatre, a puppet-led musical based on a children’s book. For hands-on creativity, try the free sewing workshop at the University of Worcester or the private tour of the Tudor House Museum, which includes tea and cake in the museum’s tea room. If you’re after wellbeing, drop in at the University of Worcester for a session with therapy dogs, offering free tea and calm conversation.

Transport access is straightforward via the mainline railway at Worcester Foregate Street station, which connects to Birmingham and London. Electric vehicle charging points are available for drivers. Be mindful of traffic congestion on major routes and planned events like the Worcester Racecourse. For the best experience, plan ahead and check venue locations, some are a short drive away from the city centre. The city’s heritage, rooted in Anglo-Saxon times and marked by significant Civil War history, gives its events a grounded, civic pride. Independent venues like The Commandery and the University of Worcester Arena remain central to its culture.