What's on in Taunton this week: May 29-June 4, 2025

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From a T20 cricket double-header to a big band performance of an Amy Winehouse album, there's plenty to enjoy in Taunton over the next week.
A party with Stitch and a science show are also on the agenda.
Somerset County Cricket Club is set for a historic double-header featuring both men's and women's teams.
The matches, against Surrey, will take place on Friday, May 30, at the Cooper Associates County Ground.
The newly professional Somerset women's team will make their debut in the T20 Women's Vitality Blast, beginning at 2.30pm.
Following this, the men's team, who have faced Surrey on several past Finals Days, will play at 6.30pm.
In a bid to draw younger audiences, the club is offering family tickets starting at £77.
Group discounts are also available for purchases of over 10 tickets, applicable only for Category C seating.
More details and ticket information are available at resell.somersetcountycc.co.uk/selection/resale/item?performanceId=10228720689400.
A full horn section and backing vocalists will recreate Amy Winehouse's Back to Black in Taunton this weekend.
The Belgrave House Band will perform the album in its entirety at the Taunton Brewhouse on Friday, May 30.
The band, which features musicians from Leeds' jazz scene, aims to honour the style of Winehouse's 2007 live band.
Choreography for the show has been developed by Ruby Portus, who has studied Winehouse's stage presence and the 1960s girl groups that influenced the album.
Vocalist Lydia Kotsirea, who previously performed on the Frank tour in 2019, will lead the performance.
Tickets are available at tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk/events/the-belgrave-house-band-amy-winehouses-back-to-black.
Children can meet Stitch at a themed event in Taunton this week.
The 90-minute party will take place at Premier Princess Parties on Friday, May 30, from 4pm.
It includes a blue Stitch drink, disco, games, prizes, and photos with the character.
Each child will receive a Hawaiian flower necklace and can take part in craft activities to make their own flower garland headdress.
Temporary Lilo & Stitch tattoos will also be available.
The event is limited to 16 tickets per session, priced at £15 per child, with adults attending for free.
Tickets can be purchased at ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/taunton/premier-princess-parties/meet-stitch/2025-05-30/16:00/t-avxxvea.
A high-voltage science adventure is coming to Taunton.
Top Secret – The Magic of Science will be performed at Taunton Brewhouse on Saturday, May 31.
The family-friendly show blends magic and science, promising a fast-paced and colourful experience.
It features interactive experiments, magic tricks, and plenty of mess.
Tickets are priced between £14 and £17, and can be purchased at tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk/events/top-secret-the-magic-of-science.
Audiences can expect a mix of mystery and suspense throughout the 100-minute performance.
The show is suitable for all ages and is described as "non-stop action-packed".
The performance begins at 2.30pm.