There's plenty to get up to in and around Stoke-on-Trent this weekend.

This weekend's what's on in Stoke-on-Trent is brought to you by by SIXTOWNS Distillery and Bar, Rupeyal Takeaway and Little Seeds.

Planning an event? Add it to our What's On page here.

Cake Box launch | Longton | Fri 15 May

Cake Box, a franchise which specialises in eggfree cakes, will officially open its latest branch on the Strand, Longton on Friday 15 May.

To mark the opening, the bakery - which sells egg free cakes and products - will be hosting a launch event with free cake slices available for the first 100 customers, 100 free cupcakes for children and product sampling throughout the day.

A spokesperson for Cake Box said: "We're hosting a special launch event on Friday 15 May 2026 from 11am, and it's set to be a fantastic day for the community.

"This will be a free event, open to the public, with plenty happening throughout the day to encourage families, shoppers, and locals to come along and celebrate with us."

Find out more here

Exit 8 | Stoke Film Theatre | Hartshill Rd | Fri 15 to Sat 16 Mar

Stoke-on-Trent's independent cinema, Stoke Film Theatre, will be showing Exit 8 on Friday 15 March and Saturday 16 March at 7:45pm.

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The cinema is located at The Wade Centre, Hartshill Road.

Stoke Film Theatre said: "Strange phenomena begin to unfold when a man finds himself trapped in a seemingly endless subway tunnel, in this uniquely disorienting Japanese horror.

"Inspired by the hit video game, Exit 8 transforms its minimalist premise into a mind-bending cinematic experience that far surpasses its origins.."

Tickets are available online at £9.16 for an adult ticket (including booking fees).

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Cake Box Longton will host a launch event on Friday 15 May (image via Nub News)

Repair Cafe | Basford | Sat 16 May

Social Connective CIC will be running the Newcastle Repair Cafe at St. Mark's Church, Basford from 10am to 2pm on Saturday 16 May.

The Foundling Museum said: "Newcastle's Repair Café where you can bring your items to be repaired for free, including electricals, textiles, and household (excluding appliances, watches, clocks and smart devices)"

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Amelia's Pop Up Café will be serving a selection of cakes, baked goods and hot and cold drinks.

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Indi Fest 2026 | The Indi Club | Sneyd Green | Sat 16 May

Project Indi will be hosting Indi Fest at The Indi Club in Sneyd Green on Saturday 16 May from 2pm to 6pm.

Project Indi said: "Join us for an action-packed day of fun at Indi Fest. A festival themed fun day for the whole family.

"You will find an amazing line-up of live music featuring Loren, performers from The Song Loft and Mike and the Floorfillers."

All funds raised at Indi Fest will support Project Indi.

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Castle Artisan Market | Newcastle-under-Lyme | Sun 17 May

The Castle Artisan Market will be taking place on Sunday 17 May from 10am to 3pm at The Stones, Newcastle-under-Lyme.

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The organisers said: "Castle Artisan Market is back this May, bringing a fresh burst of creativity, community and proper good vibes to Newcastle-under-Lyme.

"If you love a relaxed Sunday filled with great food, unique finds and supporting local talent, this is your kind of day."

There is free parking available on council-owned car parks.

Find out more here

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