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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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Events in Wales by season

Summer events

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

Jun

29 June - 12 July

Gower Festival

Swansea

The Gower Festival is an annual event featuring a variety of performances, including music, theatre and art, set in the stunning landscape of the Gower Peninsula. 29/06 -12/07/2026

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Jul

Llangollen - Tibetian Monks performing at the Eisteddfod

7 July - 12 July

Llangollen International Eisteddfod

Llangollen

Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod is located in the idyllic mountain town of Llangollen in North East Wales. 7-12/07/2026

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Jul

9 July - 12 July

Peregrine Circus New Quay

New Quay

Some stories are told. Others surface...

Peregrine Circus invites you on a journey through what's been lost, found & imagined.
A place where the familiar fades, drifting…

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Theatre or Performing Art

Jul

9 July - 12 July

Vintage For Victory - Vintage Festival Wales

Cardiff

Drift back in time for a weekend of Vintage Nostalgia at the ONLY EVENT OF ITS KIND IN WALES

VINTAGE FOR VICTORY – Vintage Festival Wales 2026

THE ONLY EVENT OF ITS KIND IN…

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Jul

10 July - 12 July

Tonnau Festival

Holyhead

A weekend of live international bands & DJs, culture, food & drink spread over seven stages in the magical grounds of Carreglwyd Estate.

Tonnau (pronounced ton-eye) means '…

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Jul

Tonnau Tropical Garden Party night entertainment

10 July - 12 July

The Tonnau Tropical Garden Party is a vibrant summer music and culture festival held on the Isle of Anglesey. A weekend of live bands, DJs, cultural performances, workshops, food stalls, and creative…

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Festival

Jul

Trail Marathon Eryri runner in Dinorwig quarry

11 July - 12 July

Snowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri

Llanberis

With four different distances available, the incredible routes explore the trails, gorgeous panoramic views and tough climbs that make Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park so popular with outdoor…

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Sporting Event

Jul

11 July - 12 July

Bridgend County Show

Bridgend

Bridgend Country Show returns in 2026, celebrating the best of rural life near Bridgend.
From livestock and equestrian competitions to local food, crafts and family entertainment, it’s a lively…

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Jul

12 July

Ironman 70.3 Swansea

Swansea

The IRONMAN 70.3 Swansea is a middle-distance triathlon held each year in the coastal city of Swansea, set in an area of exceptional natural beauty. As part of the global IRONMAN 70.3 series, it…

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Sporting Event

Jul

12 July

Alzheimer's Research UK Walk For A Cure 2026

Cardiff

Join us on a 5km family-friendly walk in the heart of Cardiff and help us make a real difference in the search for a cure.

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Walks or Outdoor Activity

Jul

14 July - 18 July

Art School Wales Summer Exhibition 2026

Stow Hill

Art School Wales hosts a free Summer Exhibition every year to showcase Welsh students' talents. Come along to view the students work and meet the tutors. Release the artist within!

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Art or Cultural

Jul

16 July - 19 July

Brecon Choir Festival

Brecon

Brecon Choir Festival brings together the best of Welsh and global choral music in the heart of the stunning Bannau Brycheiniog National Park.

Expect four days of connection, creativity…

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Autumn events

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

Aug

28 August - 13 September

Para Sport Festival 2026

Swansea

The Para Sport Festival in Swansea is a week-long multi-sport event focused on disability and inclusive sport, combining elite competition with opportunities for the public to get involved. 28/08-06…

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Sep

Pirate circus performers entertain the Street Food Circus crowds from the rigging of the replica sailing ship at Saundersfoot harbour

4 September - 6 September

Harbour Feastival

Saundersfoot

Street Food Circus drops anchor in Saundersfoot Harbour this September for a weekend of sea air, street food, and tall tales. A global fleet of traders serves dishes from across the world while…

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Sep

4 September - 12 September

Llangollen Fringe

Llangollen

Llangollen Fringe Festival has grown into one of the premier festivals in North Wales. It offers an eclectic mix of Music, Arts & Crafts, Comedy, Workshops, Storytelling, Theatre, Exhibitions and…

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Sep

5 September

Tattoo Cymru

Wrexham

Tattoo Cymru is an annual military and cultural music spectacular held in Wales. Featuring Pipers, Drummers, Male Voice Choirs, Dancers, Welsh Cultural acts, massed bands all culminating in a…

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Sep

5 September

South Wales Vegan Festival

Penarth

Vegan Events UK, organiser of vegan festivals around the UK, is pleased to announce the date of its spectacular South Wales Vegan Festival – Saturday 5th September 2026. This special plant-powered…

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Food or Drink Event

Sep

5 September - 6 September

Newtown Food Festival 2026

Newtown

The Newtown Food Festival 2026 is a lively annual event held in Newtown, celebrating local and international food in the town centre. It features a wide range of food stalls, street food, and artisan…

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Food or Drink Event

Sep

Weaving in the Craft Lab | Image Credit: Heather Birnie

11 September - 13 September

Craft Festival Wales 2026

Cardigan

Craft Festival Wales will once again return to Cardigan Castle in September following rapturous praise from audiences and makers alike. ⁠A collaborative celebration of making supported by leading…

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Sep

Two re-enactors dressed in knights clothing in front of crowd at an event

12 September - 13 September

Chepstow Castle Medieval Mayhem with Bowlore

Chepstow

Experience the sights and sounds of medieval life, as historical re-enactment group Bowlore takes over Chepstow Castle!

Displays and demonstrations taking place throughout the day, with…

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Display or Festival

Aug

19 August - 21 August, 12 September

Elan Valley Summer Planetarium Sessions at Elan Valley & Visitor Centre'

Rhayader

The Elan Valley Dark Sky Team brings the stars to you with their pop-up planetarium.
Learn about the solar system, the night sky, planets and galaxies from the experts at the Elan Valley, a…

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Art or Cultural

Sep

Four images from Risca events, showing the beach area, cookery theatre, Punch & Judy show and cookery class.

12 September - 13 September

Risca Beach & Food FEASTival 2026

Risca

It's a summertime smash! This year, the Risca Beach Party and Risca Food FEASTival come together for one big summer event, with food and fun galore! Risca town centre's Tredegar Park will…

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Sep

12 September - 13 September

Risca Food FEASTival

Tredegar

Risca Food FEASTival 2026 will bring a celebration of food, family, and fun to the town of Risca in September. Showcasing delicious flavours, exciting food stalls, live cooking demonstrations, and…

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Display or Festival

Sep

12 September

Usk Show 2026

Usk

One of the biggest One-Day Agricultural Shows celebrating the very best of Monmouthshire farming and rural life. 12/09/2026

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Countryside or Craft

Events in Wales by month

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Events and days out in January

We've picked top events in Wales to help you plan your next day out in January.

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Events and days out in February

Find out what events and festivals are taking place in Wales during February.

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daffodils in focus, with St Davids Cathedral, a 12th century stone church, set against a clear blue sky in background.

Events and days out in March

Find out what events and festivals are taking place in March. We've picked some great events.

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Events and days out in April

Spring is in full swing. So don't be an April fool - make sure you visit Wales this month.

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Events and days out in May

We've picked some great events and festivals to help you plan your next day out in May.

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Events and days out in June

Find out what events and festivals are taking place in June and plan your day out.

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Events and days out in July

Find out what's on in July - sports, music, food and more to enjoy!

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Events and days out in August

Find out what events and festivals are taking place in Wales during August.

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Events and days out in September

Find out what events and festivals are taking place in Wales during September.

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Events and days out in October

We've picked some top events to help you plan your next day out in October.

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Events and days out in November

Winter is just around the corner; get a warm feeling inside with these wonderful November events.

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Big wheel and winter wonderland aerial view.

Events and days out in December

Looking for events and festivals in December in Wales? Check out our exciting calendar of events.

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Things to do in school holidays

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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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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crowd at festival watching live show at night.

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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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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Swansea Bay

Close up of a woman making sign language gestures with her hands

Explore Wales with BSL access

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

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Make an event break of it in Cardiff

Visiting Cardiff for an event? Make the most of your time in the capital with these recommendations.

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Cardiff

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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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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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Cardiff

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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North East Wales

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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crowd enjoying Eisteddfod with stage and flags.

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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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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Many swimmers wearing green caps running into the sea.

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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Camp VC: More than just a festival

Find out more about Camp VC, the women's moto and outdoor adventure festival held in Llangollen.

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North East Wales

A tent with fair lights and a sunset in the background.

Get lost in a good way at Hay Festival Winter Weekend

Wales Book of Year 2021 winner Catrin Kean shares her guide to the Winter Weekend Hay Festival.

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Powys

children inside pumpkin cut outs posing for photo.

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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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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