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> 03 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 RBS 6 Nations in Wales Principality Stadium, Cardiff by Chris Aylward 11 & 17 March Wales goes head to head with Italy and France 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 Mother's day Relaxation lounge at the St Brides Hotel, Pembrokeshire by St Brides Spa Hotel 11 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 9 allowfullscreen> 28 - 31 March 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 Expect the Unexpected How to make the most of Roald Dahl’s big weekend Making a Splash in Aber Making a Splash, is a new exhibition at Ceredigion Museum, celebrating Wales’ Year of the Sea Carnifal y Môr The National Eisteddfod in Cardiff Bay kicks off with a vibrant community carnival Extreme Sailing Series The Extreme Sailing Series returns to Cardiff Bay The Welsh MTB XC Series A biking bonanza Indie record shops 5 of Wales’s best indie record shops- and 5 new artists to listen to wherever you are in the world