What's on in Stoke this weekend: Solar eclipse event, bamboo block party, wrestling and more

By Jordan Edwards 27th Mar 2025

There are plenty of events this weekend including one at Keele Observatory.(Keele University)
There are plenty of events this weekend including one at Keele Observatory.(Keele University)

There are plenty of events going on in and around Stoke-on-Trent this weekend.

Here are our top picks, brought to you by Titanic Brewery and Bros Distillery and Powerleague Stoke Trentham Lakes.

Partial solar eclipse public event | Keele Observatory | Sat 29 March

Keele Observatory, based at Keele University is hosting a free public event for the partial solar eclipse on Saturday. 

The eclipse, which will see up to 39% of the sun's rays obscured by the moon at its peak, will take place on Saturday, March 29th. 

The family-friendly event will get under way at 10am, with the partial eclipse beginning at 10.06am and maximum coverage occurring at 11.04am, before the spectacle ends at 12.03pm. 

Find out more here.

Live family wrestling | Abbey Hulton Sports and Social Club | Fri 28 March

Wrestling fans are in for an evening of action and drama at the Abbey Hulton Sports and Social Club from 7pm on Friday.

Tickets are £6 on the door and this event promises to be United Wrestling's wildest night yet!

Find out more here

The March Mania family wrestling event starts at 7pm. (Supplied)

Ceramic Planter Pocket Workshop with Alex Allday | Middleport Pottery | Sat 29 March

Held at Middleport Pottery, join ceramic artist Alex Allday for this hands-on porcelain workshop.

Create your own beautiful hanging planter pocket. Whether you're celebrating Mother's Day or simply embracing your creativity, this workshop is a wonderful way to craft something special.

The workshop will run from 1.30pm until 4pm and tickets are £50.

Find out more here.

Bamboo Block Party | Middleport Pottery | Sat 29 March

Brilliant Bamboo and Middleport Matters are hosting a free block party-style event at Middleport Pottery between 12pm-3pm.

You can expect a DJ, bamboo-making, screen-printing, refreshments and more.

Plus the unveiling and celebration of a bench designed by Spencer Jenkins and Middleport residents.

Find out more here.

The event will take place at the Sensory Garden. (Supplied)

Craft Fair | U7 Arts and Cultural Centre | Sat 29 March

If you're on the lookout for a last-minute Mother's Day gift, then you're in luck because the U7 Arts and Cultural Centre is hosting a craft fair on Saturday.

Organisers say there will be "affordable handmade gifts perfect for Mother's Day or a wellbeing gift for yourself" and there will also be food and drink available.

Find out more here

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Thank you to our partners Titanic Brewery and Bros Distillery and Powerleague Stoke Trentham Lakes.

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