What's on in Stoke this weekend: Opera night, bonkers bingo, ABBA tribute and more

By Jordan Edwards 26th Jun 2025

There's lots going on this weekend including an ABBA tribute concert at Trentham Gardens. (Nub News)
There's lots going on this weekend including an ABBA tribute concert at Trentham Gardens. (Nub News)

There's lots going on in and around Stoke-on-Trent this weekend including more events for Armed Forces Day, artisan markets, an ABBA tribute and more.

This weekend's what's on in Stoke-on-Trent is brought to you by SIXTOWNS Distillery and Bar and Powerleague Stoke Trentham Lakes.

Have an event planned? Let us know here.

Our top picks

SIXTOWNS Bonkers Bingo | SIXTOWNS Bar | Fri 27 June

Bingo… but not as you know it. Join SIXTOWNS Bar for a bingo night packed with laughs, surprises, and some brilliantly unexpected prizes.  

Free to join – but booking is advised! A taxi home might be a wise choice. The event is for over-16s only.

Whether you're here for the prizes or just the good vibes, this is the perfect way to kick off the weekend.

Bonkers Bingo returns to SIXTOWNS Bar this week. (Nub News)

The ABBA Reunion Show | Trentham Gardens | Fri 27 June

The Abba Reunion Tribute Show is a stunning tribute to the legendary Swedish pop group ABBA.

With authentic costumes, incredible vocals, and all the hits like "Dancing Queen" and "Mamma Mia," this show promises a nostalgic and exhilarating night for ABBA fans.

Gates open at 6pm for a 7:30pm approximate concert start

Find out more here.

Carsafest | Caverswall | Fri 27 June - Sat 28 June

TICKETS AVAILABLE UNITL 8PM THURSDAY 27 JUNE - SEE HERE

Charity fund raiser in Caverswall ST11 9ED- raising money for cancer research charities and Parkinson's.

Friday night Live music from Matrix Club Matrix - Tickets still available from Redhouse Caverswall, Auctioneers Arms Caverswall, village stores and the Anchor @ Tean.

The gates open from 18:30 on Friday (£10 adults, £5 for 13-17 and under 13's free) there will be food vendors, bars and a fairground for the kids.

Saturday 28th - Gates open ' 12:00 mid-day- Live music all day, Punch and Judy, Tug of War, Fair ground, Food and drink, Dog show, Birds of prey show, Bouncy castle, foot darts and much more - £10 Adults - £5 children 13-17 under 13's free.

All money raised goes to the nominated charities.

Find out more here.

An evening of opera | St Mark's Church Shelton | Sat 28 June

Join award-winning stars of Britain's got Talent Soprano Denise Leigh and Stefan Andrusyschyn, with special guest Molly Joynson, for an uplifting program of favourite songs from their classical and musical theatre repertoire.

For the past 18 months St Mark's, fondly referred to as the 'Potters Cathedral' has undergone major building works to the tower, roof and interior in the main Church as part of a programme of works funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

You're invited to come and celebrate the restoration with this night of opera - tickets are FREE with an optional donation.

Doors open at 6.30pm. Two 45 minute performances with a break in between for refreshments.

Find out more here.

St Mark's Church in Shelton is hosting an opera night. (Russ Willey)

Armed Forces Celebration Day | Longton Park | Sun 29 June

The free event will take place at Queen's Park, in Longton, from 12pm to 4.30pm and promises a full day of remembrance and celebration with local cadets and veteran associations also joining the parade.

There is also set to be an RAF flypast.

Find out more here.

Take a look at the full list of upcoming events in and around Stoke-on-Trent here.

Have an event planned? Let us know here.

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Image of St Mark's Church via Geograph Russ Willey.

     

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