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Events in Wales by season

Dec

5 December - 6 December, 10 December - 13 December, 17 December - 23 December

Winterfest Christmas Light Trail @ Manorafon Farm Park

Abergele

Visit Manorafon Farm Park this December for an unforgettable festive experience as you walk the enchanting Christmas Light Trail, and a jolly load more festive fun.

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Nov

28 November - 29 November, 5 December - 6 December, 12 December - 13 December, 13 December - 14 December, 20 December - 24 December, 19 December - 24 December, 14 December, 21 December, 22 December, 23 December, 24 December

Santa Special on Llangollen Railway

Llangollen

Enjoy a magical Christmas adventure aboard the Santa Special at Llangollen Railway. Travel through the beautiful Dee Valley on a festively decorated heritage steam train, meet Santa and discover the…

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Jun

13 June - 12 July, 13 July - 12 August, 13 August - 12 September, 13 September - 12 October, 13 October - 28 November

Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon - Immersive Experience

Cardiff

Experience Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon like never before in a truly immersive experience at CULTVR's 360º cinema.

Returning to Wales due to popular demand, this…

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Nov

11 November

Puccini Gianni Schicchi | Mid Wales Opera Small Stage Autumn Tour - Llanelli

Llanelli

Mid Wales Opera presents a full evening of Italian opera, opening with Puccini’s brilliant, one-act comedy Gianni Schicchi, one of the greatest and most sublime of all Italian comic operas.

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Nov

12 November

Puccini Gianni Schicchi | Mid Wales Opera Small Stage Autumn Tour - Brecon

Brecon

Mid Wales Opera presents a full evening of Italian opera, opening with Puccini’s brilliant, one-act comedy Gianni Schicchi, one of the greatest and most sublime of all Italian comic operas.

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Nov

12 November - 3 January

Cardiff Winter Wonderland

Cardiff

This annual festive event features the ever popular Ice Rink & Ice Trail, Sur la Piste - the alpine ski lodge bar, the Big Wheel and Family Fairground, festive food and drink and a whole lot more…

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Nov

12 November - 23 December

Cardiff Christmas Market

Cardiff

Cardiff Christmas Market returns in 2026 from the Thursday 12th November to Wednesday 23rd December, bringing festive sparkle to St John Street, Working Street, Trinity Street and Hills Street in the…

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Nov

13 November - 23 December

The Polar Express™ at Brecon Mountain Railway

Merthyr Tydfil

Step aboard Brecon Mountain Railway for a festive family adventure as The Polar Express™ arrives in Wales for Christmas 2026. Expect a magical train journey filled with characters, entertainment,…

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Feb

Jack O'Brien, Cue the Cue, 2025, installation view, Kestner Gesellschaft. Photo_ Volker Crone.

12 February - 16 May

British Art Show 10: A Chorus of Strangers

Swansea

British Art Show 10: A Chorus of Strangers comes to Swansea from 12 February to 16 May 2027 as the only Welsh venue on this prestigious UK-wide tour. Developed and produced by Hayward Gallery Touring…

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Art or Cultural

Mar

6 March

Six Nations 2027 - Wales v England

Cardiff

Get ready for one of rugby’s biggest rivalries as Wales take on England at Principality Stadium in the 2027 Six Nations. Expect passion, drama and an unforgettable atmosphere as these two proud…

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Sporting Event

Mar

21 March

Swansea Half Marathon

Swansea

Known as one of the flattest half marathons in the UK, with an elevation gain of just 36 metres, this fast and flat course is ideal for first-time runners.

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Apr

3 April - 4 April

No Man's Land 2027

Rhuddlan

No Man's Land is a unique living history and re-enactment event, showcasing vehicles, uniforms, weapons and curios from Ancient Greece to the modern day. As well as vehicle and firing displays,…

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Apr

16 April - 18 April

Dancing With The Stars Experience

Newport City

Spend the weekend with your favourite stars of Strictly Come Dancing at the stunning 5* Celtic Manor Resort in South Wales

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Theatre or Performing Art

Apr

22 April

Ed Byrne: No Dramas

Wrexham

One of the biggest names in comedy, Ed Byrne, returns with a brand-new show and absolutely No Dramas as he hits the road in 2027.
In his last show, Ed delved deep into his most personal…

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Theatre or Performing Art

Apr

23 April

Ed Byrne: No Dramas

Newtown

One of the biggest names in comedy, Ed Byrne, returns with a brand-new show and absolutely No Dramas as he hits the road in 2027.
In his last show, Ed delved deep into his most personal…

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Theatre or Performing Art

Apr

30 April - 3 May

Taffy Dakar

Swansea

Taffy Dakar is a unique adventure motorcycling and navigation weekend held in the spectacular landscape of South Wales, attracting over 250 riders and visitors from across the UK and beyond, annually…

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Summer events

From major festivals to live music and outdoor adventures, summer is the season to experience Wales at its liveliest.

May

27 May - 6 June

Hay Festival 2027

Hay-on-Wye

Mark your calendars for Hay Festival 2027: 27 May–6 June in Hay-on-Wye. It's our 40th anniversary and, and you can be first in line - Members enjoy priority booking before general release, plus…

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May

29 May - 3 June

Eisteddfod yr Urdd 2027 Bro'r Wenynen Gwent

Duffryn

Eisteddfod yr Urdd Bro’r Wenynen, Gwent 2027 will bring together young people from across Wales to celebrate Welsh language and culture. The festival features a week of competitions, performances,…

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Art or Cultural

Jun

11 June - 13 June

Monty Lit Fest

Montgomery

Join Monty Lit Fest for a weekend of culture and conversation in Montgomery over the weekend of 11th-13th June 2027. Celebrating writing from Wales, the Borders and beyond.

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Jul

2 July - 3 July

The Weekend Rumble 2027

Usk

Award-winning and proudly independent, The Weekend Rumble is a music festival set in the stunning Welsh countryside near Usk. With over 60 artists from across the UK and beyond, discover your next…

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Display or Festival

Jul

4 July

Tour de France 2027-Stage 3 Welshpool to Cardiff

Welshpool

Stage three of the men’s Tour de France, the world’s largest annual sporting event, will start in Welshpool on Sunday, July 4 and finish in Cardiff.The route will take the world’s top cyclists…

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Jul

Runner in the UNESCO World Heritage Dinorwig Quarry

10 July - 11 July

Snowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri

Llanberis

Experience the breathtaking beauty and rugged mountain trails of Eryri (Snowdonia) at one of the UK's most spectacular trail running events.
Starting and finishing in the picturesque…

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Sporting Event

Jul

22 July - 25 July

2027 ISPS HANDA Senior Open

Porthcawl

The ISPS HANDA Senior Open returns to Royal Porthcawl in July 2027, for four days of top-class golfing action. Some of the biggest names in senior golf will take on one of Wales’ finest and most…

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Aug

22 August

Tour de Môn

Holyhead

Discover the spectacular coastline, rolling countryside and quiet country roads of Anglesey at Tour de Môn, one of Wales' most memorable cycling events.

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Autumn events

As the landscape turns rich with colour, discover food festivals, cultural highlights and autumnal events across Wales.

Dec

5 December - 6 December, 10 December - 13 December, 17 December - 23 December

Winterfest Christmas Light Trail @ Manorafon Farm Park

Abergele

Visit Manorafon Farm Park this December for an unforgettable festive experience as you walk the enchanting Christmas Light Trail, and a jolly load more festive fun.

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Display or Festival

Nov

Cardiff

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Nov

13 November - 23 December

The Polar Express™ at Brecon Mountain Railway

Merthyr Tydfil

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Things to do in school holidays

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Halloween and October half term activities

We’ve gathered together some top ideas for brilliant things to do for Halloween and over October half-term in Wales.

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Family activities for February half-term

Here are a few of our favourite activities to keep the kids happy in February half-term.

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Easter activities in Wales

New born lambs, walks and castles. We take you through the best Easter family adventures in Wales.

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Marvellous May: half-term fun for all the family

Beaches, book festivals, kite festivals and aquariums – great things to do this half term in Wales.

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people whitewater rafting at Cardiff International White Water.

What to do on a bank holiday in Wales this May

Why not join us for May Day weekend? There’s plenty to do over the bank holiday, we promise.

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Explore Wales with BSL access

Many of our theatres, attractions and events now offer BSL (British Sign Language) interpretation.

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Why we love Pride Cymru

A colourful parade, music, comedy, drag, markets… Pride Cymru is not to be missed.

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Cardiff

Crows of people staring at a concert stage.

An epic cultural adventure in the hills of Mid Wales

Discover Green Man festival - a jewel in the cultural crown of Wales.

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Showtime: The Royal Welsh Agricultural Show

Discover the show-stopping events putting Welsh agriculture on a global stage.

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people sat in deck chairs and sitting or lying on grass with large pink letters spelling Hay.

Introducing the Hay Festival

Find out what goes on in and near the 'booktown' of Hay-on-Wye during the world famous Hay Festival.

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A festival of fun at In It Together

Celebrate community, music, arts, and culture at Wales' vibrant In It Together Festival.

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Take a bite at Wales’ food festivals and events

Experience some of our best flavours at one of our amazing food and drink festivals.

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man in lobster fancy dress outfit wearing snorkel.

Wales' wacky races

Some of the most weird, wonderful and wild races in Wales, from racing trains to bog snorkelling.

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Runners taking part in a race with spectators looking on from behind metal barriers. The Wales Millennium Centre and Pier Head building can be seen in the background

A running adventure in Cardiff

Discover Cardiff's best running routes and events for visitors.

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Five areoplanes, the Red Arrows, flying in an arrow formation with red white and blue vapour trails.

Experience the thrill of the Wales Airshow

Discover the Wales Airshow - a spectacular two day aerial extravaganza over Swansea Bay.

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Performance group in traditional clothes parading through Llangollen

When Wales welcomes the world

Experience culture from across the world at the colourful Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod.

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people in festive fancy dress on the beach.

Festive swims in Cymru

Join the bold and the brave while raising money for charity with one of these chilly festive swims.

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two women sat on a sofa under a festival sign The Big Retreat, with views of an estuary in the background.

Alternative festivals and cool culture

As well as our signature festivals, discover the more intimate, boutique Welsh gatherings to enjoy.

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10 things not to miss on the maes

A guide to the national festival of Wales - a unique celebration of Welsh arts, language and culture.

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Epic ways to celebrate St David’s Day

Celebrate St David’s Day on 1 March with parades, parties, and plenty of Welsh pride – here’s how to get involved.

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Living is easy… experience the Good Life

Experience good living at The Good Life Society summer camps in North Wales.

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North East Wales

A band on a stage with a drummer and two guitarists.

Sŵn Festival - hundreds of bands to the city

Exploring Cardiff during Sŵn Festival - Cardiff's multi-venue music festival.

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The Laugharne Weekend

The Laugharne Weekend - a wilfully different arts event celebrating the work of Welsh poet Dylan Thomas

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Laughs on the coast at Aberystwyth Comedy Festival

Laughs by the sea in Mid Wales. The Aberystwyth Comedy Festival should be on any comedy fan's list.

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Swim, bike, run in IRONMAN Wales

With glorious beaches and a warm atmosphere, Dinbych-y-pysgod (Tenby) is the home to the annual IRONMAN Wales race.

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