Events and festivals in Wales during November

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30 October, 06, 14 and 20 November 2021. Four of the Autumn International rugby matches take place in Principality Stadium in the centre of Cardiff.

Purchase tickets for this games on Principality Stadium's website.

04 - 07 November 2021. One weekend. A world of voices. Our international Festival of Voice festival returns for four days of incredible live music and performances.

11 November – 23 December 2021. Cardiff Christmas Market will take place on St John Street, Working Street, the Hayes, Hills Street and Trinity Street and will include an exciting and eclectic mix of both new and returning exhibitors to tempt you as their original, hand made work is the essence of what makes our market so different and special every year.

12 November 2021 - 3 January 2022. If you're visiting Swansea during the Christmas period, there's plenty to keep you busy. Museum Park will once again be transformed into the Alpine Village, including seated and takeaway food and a rides and games area.

26 November - 21 December 2021. Oxford Street will host the Christmas Market - where you can find a selection of unique gifts, tempting treats and beautiful decorations.

13 November 2021. A mere 46ish mile mixed trail, mountain, canal and road run around the magnificent Brecon Beacons. There is also a 26 mile trail marathon.

Find out more about the Brecon Beacons Ultra Marathon.

16 November 2021 - 02 January 2022. Taking place across two sites, City Hall lawns and Cardiff Castle, Cardiff Winter Wonderland is back and it's bigger and better than before! 

There's ice skating and an ice walk, funfare attractions, local bands, plus festive food and drink. The ice rink will be open for accessible sessions every Wednesday during the 1:30pm slot.

To find out more and to book ice skating tickets go to the Cardiff Winter Wonderland website.

18 November - 24 November 2021. A spectacular, illuminated trail, full of wonder and intrigue, to delight and enthral your senses at the historic gardens of Margam Country Park and Castle. Tickets must be pre-booked, online in advance. See Luminate Wales website for more information.

20 November 2021. Marking the start of the Mid Wales Beer Festival an event for those who don't take their cycling too seriously. Enjoy cycling through the Cambrian Mountains, quaffing local ale from the Heart of Wales Brewery in Llanwrtyd Wells.

Find out more about the Real Ale Wobble

20 and 21 November 2021. Nation Trust's Picton Castle is hosting a Victorian Christmas Fair, with over 50 stalls. There's mulled wine for the adults and a free Christmas trail for children. Check with venue about pre-booking.

21 November 2021. Try and jostle your way to the edges of the pack because Runners World included it in their five most scenic half marathons in the UK. Taking in such great sights as Conwy Castle, Isle of Anglesey and Puffin Island.

Find out more about the Conwy Half Marathon

24 - 28 November 2021.  Hay Festival Winter Weekend brings writers and readers together for a weekend of thoughtful conversation, candle-lit storytelling, comedy, music, and family fun. 

25  November - 31 December 2021. Enjoy  a magical new light trail, flame garden, enchanting fairy tree forest, laser shows and mirror balls, as well as funfair rides, locally sourced street food in Bute Park in Cardiff.

Find out more about Christmas in Bute Park.

26 - 28 November 2021. Enjoy a Winter Feast, at fforest in Pembrokeshire, with fire, beer and food on Friday evening, a six course feast on Saturday and a mid-morning BBQ brunch on Sunday.

27 November - 24 December 2021. Reindeer Lodge are offering up a drive-through reindeer safari experience and theatre show that you can enjoy from the comfort of your own car. You can choose a day ticket to enjoy the stunning scenery or a night ticket to see the woodland illuminated. There's also a hidden Elf village and a drive-thru Santa's Grotto and Toy Workshop.

27 - 28 November 2021. The Real Ale Ramble is held annually in conjunction with the 10-day Mid-Wales Beer Festival. Take a 12 or 20 mile waymarked ramble or there are two guided routes of five and eight miles, with free real ales available at the checkpoints.

Find out more about the Real Ale Ramble.

29 - 30 November 2021. Two days packed full of competitions and festivities. Find all your favourite tradestands for your Christmas food and presents.

Find out more about the Royal Welsh Winter Fair.

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