St Davids Day Parade & Celebration - Wrexham

At the centre of Wrexham’s St David’s Day festivities is the annual St David’s Day Parade. Organised by Menter Iaith Fflint a Wrecsam in partnership with Wrexham County Borough Council, the parade is a vibrant procession through the city centre.

Participants gather outside the Guildhall shortly before 12:45, with the parade setting off through town at 13:00.

Led by Band Cambria, the parade fills the streets with song, flags and community pride.

At the end of the route back at the Guildhall, everyone comes together to sing the Welsh National Anthem and Calon Lân - a beloved Welsh hymn  creating a powerful shared moment of culture and identity.

This parade has become one of Wrexham’s most well-loved annual gatherings, drawing families, local schools, community groups, and Welsh speakers of all ages.

Beyond the parade, St David’s Day in Wrexham has grown into a full-day celebration of Welsh culture:

Queen’s Square Market: On the day, the regular market often features Welsh-themed stalls, local crafts, and seasonal treats - offering everything from Welsh cakes to artisan goods.

St David’s Service and Bell Ringing at St Giles’ Church: 

Over in St Giles’ Church, a St David’s Day service will take place at 11.00am.

Following the service, the church bells will ring out at 12.40pm, offering a traditional moment that helps bring the city together just before the parade assembly.

Wrexfiesta at Queen’s Square: A collaboration between Wrexfest and Afro Fiesta, bringing live music and DJ sets to the centre of the celebrations.

Creative Workshops: Local venues  Tŷ Pawb and Chapter House host family craft and cooking sampling sessions in the afternoon, giving children and adults alike a chance to make daffodil badges, learn about Welsh symbols, Welsh language activities and much more.

These activities help bring the city centre alive — turning Queen’s Square and the streets around the Guildhall into a focal point for celebration.