What’s On Walsall - November 2025

HIGHLIGHT

Walsall Christmas Lights Switch-On & Festive Markets

Saturday 29 November, 11am-8pm. Walsall town centre. Free entry.
This November, Walsall town centre will sparkle with festive cheer at the first ever Christmas Lights Switch-On and Festive Markets! Enjoy a magical day filled with festive fun, live performances, Christmas makers markets and Illuminate - a spectacular projection display ahead of the big switch-on.

Delivered by Walsall Council in partnership with Walsall MakerFest, Urban Hax, The New Art Gallery Walsall, Walsall Leather Museum and AR Demolition Ltd.

 

November events at The New Art Gallery Walsall

Gallery Square, WS2 8LG

Open: Tuesday–Saturday 10am–5pm; Sun 12–4pm. Free admission

thenewartgallerywalsall.org.uk

Flying Bat Crafts

Tuesday 28 October – Sunday 2 November

Free, drop-in during Gallery opening hours. Suitable for all ages.

Make a bat with moving wings using paper, straws & string.

Sunday Art Club

Sundays, 12-3pm. Age 4+. Free, drop-in.

The Gallery’s weekly art club for children and young people. Meet artists and creatives and learn to paint, print, sculpt, craft and more!

• Sunday 2 November: Day of the Dead Masks – Collage with colourful felt, craft foam & crepe paper.
• Sunday 9 November: Make a Market Stall – Decorate our child-sized market stalls & craft plasticine bowls of foods from your culture.
• Sunday 16 November: Junk Astronauts – Model a spaceman using bottles, scrap card & foil.
• Sunday 23 November: Experimental Portraits – Learn to draw portraits in the style of Frank Auerbach using pencils & fine line pens.
• Sunday 30 November: Tin Foil Garlands – Cover cardboard stars in foil and string up at home for a unique, shiny, festive decoration.

Crochet starter session – Stitchety Workshops with artist Kate Tilley

Wednesday 5 November, 10am-12pm. £5 / £4.50 concs.

Learn techniques in sewing, knitting, crochet and embroidery in this new, informal, monthly workshop for adults. The first of six workshops running on the first Wednesday of every month.

Preview – Studio Prints: Celebrating the Balakjian Collection

Thursday 6 November, 6-8pm. Free, drop-in. All welcome.

Exhibition preview of a major exhibition featuring artworks by Frank Auerbach, Marc Balakjian, Stephen Conroy, Lucian Freud, Leon Kossoff, Celia Paul and Dorothea Wight acquired for Walsall’s Permanent Collection through the Cultural Gifts Scheme, administered by Arts Council England.

Walk & Draw 

Saturday 8 November, 11am-12.30pm. Free. Every second Saturday of the month. Artist Al Fawson leads these fast paced and fun workshops. Make speedy sketches of artworks in the Collections and temporary exhibitions, the Gallery’s architecture, the magnificent views from the Gallery’s windows, and the local area, including the wildlife along the canal, public sculptures and historical buildings along the high street. The focus will vary each month, therefore attendees are welcome to book onto all sessions, but this is not necessary.

Paper cup tea lights workshop

Saturday 8 November, 4-5.30pm. Free. Caldmore Community Garden. WS1 3RH

Join artist Daya Bhatti for a workshop inspired by the Festival of Lights. Create your own unique tea light holders with paper cups, tissue paper, and coloured foils, then light them up with LED lights.

Baby & Me

Wednesday 12 November, 10.30am-12noon & 12.30-2pm.

Suitable for 0-24 months. £3.50 per child, places are limited, booking essential. Book at Reception or call 01922 654400.

Multi-sensory sessions for parents, carers and their babies. Explore colours and light projections, discover new smells, feel new textures in our touchy-feely books and relax in comfy cushions whilst you listen to a short story and meet other new parents.

Christmas Makers’ Market

Saturday 29 November, 11am-3pm. Drop-in, free entry.

Pop along to discover unique and original crafts from local makers and craftspeople. Pick up a Christmas gift, or treat yourself to something special. 

Exhibitions (free)

• Studio Prints: Celebrating the Balakjian Collection (From 7 November – 12 April 2026)
  Prints by 20th Century greats including Lucian Freud acquired for Walsall’s Permanent Collection through the Cultural Gifts Scheme, administered by Arts Council England.
• Nothing Gold Can Stay: Assembly 2025 (Until 9 November 2025)
  Group exhibition of local artists held in partnership with arts organisation Multistory.
• Creative Upstarts (Until 16 November 2025)
  A bold and dynamic showcase of emerging local creatives. Part of Walsall MakerFest Fringe.
• Hannah Maybank: Un-Still (Until 17 May 2026)
  An exhibition of recent work by Hannah Maybank
  
   

November events Walsall Arena & Arts Centre

Hawbush Road, Bloxwich, WS3 1AG • Box Office: 0300 555 2898 (Mon–Fri, 10am–2pm) www.walsallarena.com

Seriously Collins – A Tribute to Phil Collins & Genesis 

Saturday 1 November, 7.30pm. £29

Get ready to be transported back in time as we celebrate the legendary hits of Phil Collins and Genesis! "Seriously Collins" isn’t just a tribute show; it’s an electrifying journey through the music that has touched hearts and defined generations.

SOLD OUT - Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons

Thursday 6 November, 7.30pm. Prices from £21.50.

Jason Manford is back with his brand-new live show. A Manford All Seasons. Jason’s been busy since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit. A Manford All Seasons is Jason’s latest comic offering set to hit the road, and is sure to be ‘expert observational comedy’ (The Guardian) mixed with ‘comic gold’ (Mail on Sunday).

Taylormania

Friday 7 November, 7.30pm. £29.50

An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time. Katy Ellis a self-obsessed ‘Swiftie’ with an incredible live band and dancers promises to deliver the most authentic recreation of a Taylor Swift show you will ever see!

Diana and Lionel - Endless Love The Show

Saturday 8 November, 7.30pm. £30.50

Starring a sensational cast, incredible vocals and a stellar live band, Endless Love is the ultimate feel good night out and it celebrates the two legendary artistes Diana Ross and Lionel Richie.

Vincent Simone - Tango Passions

Tuesday 11 November, 7.30pm. Prices from £33.50

Argentine Tango King and Strictly Come Dancing legend, Vincent Simone, returns to the stage. Accompanied by world-class Argentine Tango and Latin specialists, let the original Italian stallion take you on a journey to Buenos Aires and tell the tale of love, passion and lust set at the turn of the 20th century. A sexy, steamy, passionate night not to be missed!

Please note: This performance may contain haze, smoke, pyrotechnics and flashing lights.

James B Partridge - THE BIG CHRISTMAS ASSEMBLY 2025

Thursday 13 November, 7.30pm. Prices from £25.

James brings his beloved show to Walsall, inviting audiences to relive the heartwarming magic of a classic Christmas assembly. A UK-based singer and vocal coach, James is known for his exceptional vocals and his passion for uniting audiences through music. With appearances on BBC The One Show, BBC Breakfast, Loose Women, Netflix, and BBC Radio 2, he’s become a familiar face to many, celebrated for his uplifting energy and remarkable performances.

The Big Christmas Assembly 2025 takes audiences on a nostalgic journey through Christmas classics and throwback mashups. From school assembly favourites to timeless festive tunes, James captures the spirit of the season with his infectious enthusiasm. The show is filled with musical surprises, reflections on Christmases past, and moments that will have everyone singing along. Fans rave about James’s ability to create a sense of community and joy, taking them back to childhood memories of Christmas.

Thank ABBA For The Music

Friday 14 November, 7.30pm. £29

Grab your platforms and flares for a journey back in time to when ABBA dominated the charts and ruled the airwaves. Thank ABBA For The Music is an epic two-hour ABBA-fest that captures all of the magic and excitement of one of pop history’s most phenomenal bands.

Supreme Queen

Thursday 20 November, 7.30pm. £31

Now firmly established as one of the world’s most successful tribute bands, Supreme Queen delivers a spectacular production that pays homage to the golden era of one of rock’s greatest bands. Musically exceptional from start to finish, this show unites some of the most renowned Queen tribute performers, enhanced by stunning production values. Authentic stage designs, specialist sound, and dynamic lighting effects all come together to create an unforgettable experience for Queen fans worldwide.

Bublé by Candlelight

Saturday 22 November, 7.30pm. £26.50

Get ready to be transported into the mesmerizing world of the legendary Michael Bublé with the UK's number 1 tribute artist, Josh Hindle, and his sensational live swing band. Embark on an unforgettable journey as we bring you "Bublé by Candlelight," a spectacular showcase touring across the UK.

Walsall Music Education Service present Once Upon A Christmas

Tuesday 25 – Thursday 27 November, 7pm. £10.

This festive journey begins in September, when passionate teachers from across Walsall come together for a special training session led by the renowned choral director, Ula Weber. With expert guidance, detailed notes, and custom backing tracks in hand, they return to their schools ready to inspire their choirs. Over just 10 short weeks, children learn an exciting repertoire of 11 songs, all performed from memory. This year’s selection brings together the magic of stage and screen, with beloved songs from musicals and movies, alongside traditional Christmas favourites – a perfect blend of nostalgia and sparkle. Once Upon a Christmas is more than a concert it's a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and the joy of singing together. Thank you for joining us in making this festive season truly unforgettable.

November events at Walsall Leather Museum

Littleton Street West, Walsall, WS2 8EW

Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Closed on Sundays and Mondays. Free admission. 

01922 652288 / www.walsall.gov.uk/leathermuseum

Make leather Christmas decorations

Saturday 29 November, 11am-3pm. £1.50. Drop-in. No need to book.

Part of Walsall’s Festive Market & Christmas Lights Switch-On. Craft leather Christmas decorations.

November events at Walsall’s parks

https://go.walsall.gov.uk/parks-and-green-spaces/visit-our-parks-and-play-areas/walsall-arboretum   

Walsall Fireworks Spectacular

Saturday 1 November, 5-9pm. Walsall Arboretum. Various prices. Entry by advance ticket only.

Our annual fireworks, with music from The Briefcase Blues Brothers, fairground rides provided by Pat Collins Funfairs and a variety of food stalls.

Walsall Fireworks Spectacular

Wednesday 5 November, 5-9pm. King George V Playing Field. WS3 3NJ. Various prices. Entry by advance ticket only.

Bloxwich get ready for a spectacular night as crowd-favourite host Dicky Dodd cranks up the energy and leads us into a dazzling Fireworks & Laser Show. Fairground rides provided by Pat Collins Funfairs and a variety of food stalls.

Fireworks tickets: Healthy Spaces event tickets from TicketSource.

November events at Walsall’s markets

Walsall Festive Feast

Thursday 19 November – Saturday 22 November, 10am-5pm. Park Street, Walsall town centre.

Expect delicious street food and artisan stalls, and plenty of seasonal surprises to kick off the holiday spirit.