Events in Wales during March A great month to be in Wales. Why? St David's Day of course. Winter is coming to an end and we start to enjoy the increased warmth of spring. Far and wide, a spread of yellow daffodils and birds singing in preparation for those long warmer evenings. Time to get out in Wales, whether walking, running or...watching the 6 nations. St David's Day St David's Day parade, Cardiff 01 March A day full of children wearing black 'chimney' hats and shawls. Parades of leeks, daffodils, flags of Saint David and herds of red dragons - on flags of course. All in celebration of the patron saint of Wales, St David. The Island Race allowfullscreen> 05 March A beautiful marathon that gives you the unique chance to cross a traffic free Menai Bridge. Following the coastal path and past the formidable Beaumaris Castle before returning to the bridge. A great warm up for the London marathon later in the year. Find out more about Anglesey Half Marathon World Snooker Grand Prix allowfullscreen> 08 - 13 March The biggest names in world snooker are amongst those taking part in the televised tournament on ITV4 from Venue Cymru in beautiful Victorian seaside town of Llandudno. Find out more about the The Snooker World Grand Prix RBS 6 Nations in Wales Principality Stadium, Cardiff by Chris Aylward 10 March Wales goes head to head with Ireland in the RBS Six Nations championship. Come to the Principality Stadium and soak up the unique atmosphere of this city centre stadium. After the game join the locals in one of Cardiff's watering holes for your own post match analysis. Find out more about RBS 6 Nations in Wales The British Dance Edition 15 – 18 March Held across four venues – Wales Millennium Centre, Dance House and Chapter in Cardiff and The Riverfront in Newport. The four-day programme of inspiring, eclectic, large and small scale contemporary dance includes the cream of UK dance artists and companies. Surrounding the performance programme are significant industry trade show, companies pitching ideas for new productions and networking opportunities. Find out more about The British Dance Edition Children's Literature Festival Cardiff Literature Festival by Betina Skovbro 25 March – 02 April After celebrating Dahl’s splendiferous City of the Unexpected, Cardiff is looking forward to more book-tastic fun. Authors and illustrators will be making their words and pictures come to life in iconic venues across the city, with amazing tales and performances featuring a cast of wonderful characters it’s ideal for all those who love children’s books. Find out more about Cardiff Children's Literature Festival Mother's day Relaxation lounge at the St Brides Hotel, Pembrokeshire by St Brides Spa Hotel 26 March Treat your mother to something special in Wales. What about a relaxing spa break? Or a day out shopping in the capital? A treat at one of Cardiff's tastiest eateries? Whatever your motivation, Wales has a great selection of places to spoil yourself. The Sci-fi Weekender 7 allowfullscreen> 30 March – 02 April A chance to loose yourself in a weekend dedicated to sci-fi and fantasy. Come and meet the stars, writers and creators of your favourite shows. Find out more about the Sci-Fi Weekender Find more events in Wales in March. Enjoy this? Share it with friends Related items Tales from the past From music and food, re-enactments and excavations. A calendar of events right up until September UK school summer holidays Those six week holidays are fast approaching. Keep your little'uns entertained with a trip to Wales. Epic Easter 2017 Our new location and design of the EPIC letters has been revealed: find out where you can see it. Expect the Unexpected How to make the most of Roald Dahl’s big weekend St Dwynwen's Day Celebrate the Welsh patron saint of lovers this January. A summer of sound A multitude of choice at music festivals across Wales