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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

27 June

The Fugitives live at Montgomery Town Hall

Montgomery

Canadian indie-folk music band The Fugitives return to the UK this summer with a concert at Montgomery Town Hall on Saturday 27 June as part of a two-week tour.

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Jun

27 June - 28 June

Celtic Cup 2026

Llandudno

The Celtic Cup 2026 marks an exciting new chapter in triathlon competition, bringing together the very best athletes from Triathlon Cymru, Triathlon Scotland, and Triathlon Ireland to race for…

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Sporting Event

Jun

27 June - 28 June

Usk Open Gardens

Usk

Usk is full of colour and a wonderful backdrop to the gardens, ranging from small cottages packed with unusual plants to larger gardens with brimming herbaceous borders. 27-28/06/2026

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Jun

27 June - 28 June

Visitors can enjoy a colourful day out at Usk Open Gardens as the town opens its gates to a selection of beautiful private gardens. Set in the charming surroundings of Usk, the event showcases floral…

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Display or Festival

Jun

28 June

Ferryside Garden Crawl

Kidwelly

Ferryside garden crawl is a relaxed, sociable event where people stroll along a waterfront area, moving from one garden or outdoor space to the next. It typically combines views of the water with…

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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

2 July - 5 July

Westival 2026

Tenby

The Westival is a relaxed coastal festival near Tenby, offering a mix of electronic music, camping, and creative activities. Known for its friendly atmosphere and seaside setting, it’s a laid-back…

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Jul

2 July - 6 July

Love Trails Festival

Swansea

Set against the stunning landscapes of the Gower Peninsula, the Love Trails Festival returns with its unique mix of trail running, live music and outdoor adventure. The festival goes beyond music…

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Jul

3 July - 5 July

Barmouth Bay Big Music Weekender

Talybont

Get ready for live performances and high-energy festival fun all weekend long at Barmouth Bay.

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Musical Event

Jul

3 July - 5 July

Cardiff Food and Drink Festival

Cardiff

Taking place at Roald Dahl Plass, Cardiff Bay is one of Cardiff’s signature summer events, Cardiff International Food and Drink Festival. The city’s original celebration of home grown produce and…

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Food or Drink Event

Jul

3 July - 4 July

The Weekend Rumble 2026

Usk

The Weekend Rumble Music Festival, set in beautiful Usk, South Wales. A purposely boutique and independent festival for those who love music, dancing, camping & fun. With over 50 internaltional/…

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Display or Festival

Jul

Display of Vintage Vehicles - Margam Country Park

4 July - 5 July

Bridgend County Vintage Club - Margam Country Park

Port Talbot

Bridgend County Vintage Club. Discover the huge range and amazing variety of unusual tractors and vintage farm machinery the group brings along. Talk to the experts to learn more.

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Autumn events

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

Sep

19 September - 20 September

Mold Food and Drink Festival

Mold

The Mold Food & Drink Festival is a popular annual food festival held in North Wales. It celebrates local produce, street food, and artisan drinks with live entertainment and cooking…

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Food or Drink Event

Sep

20 September

Pedal Wye Valley

Chepstow

Pedal series is organised by Parkinson's UK as a series of exciting cycling events across the country. With stunning scenery from rivers and valleys to dramatic climbs, pedal with us for an…

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Sporting Event

Sep

20 September

Swansea Bay 10k

Swansea

The 10k is a family friendly event that reaches runners of all ages and experience, with around 4,500 people racing every year. 20/09/2026.

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Sporting Event

Sep

25 September - 27 September

Welshpool 1940s Weekend

Welshpool

The Welshpool 1940s Weekend recreates 1940s wartime Britain, with vintage vehicles, re-enactments, live music, and themed street displays across the town centre. 25-27/09/2026.

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Display or Festival

Sep

25 September - 27 September

Porthcawl Elvis Fest

Porthcawl

The Porthcawl Elvis Festival is widely billed as one of the world’s biggest Elvis tribute festivals, with hundreds of performers and events across the town. 25-27/09/2026

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Musical Event

Sep

26 September - 27 September

Narberth Food Festival

Narberth

The Narberth Food Festival will feature food stalls, live music, street theatre, chef demonstrations, workshops, licensed bar and free children's activities. 26-27/09/2026

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Food or Drink Event

Oct

2 October - 4 October

Aberystwyth Comedy Festival

Aberystwyth

The Aberystwyth Comedy Festival will take place from Friday 2 October to Sunday 4 October 2026 in Aberystwyth. The festival is organised by Little Wander, the team behind the well-known Machynlleth…

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Display or Festival

Oct

3 October

Bryn Williams dinner at fforest farm

Cardigan

Following last year's Welsh guest chef series, we're really pleased to welcome Bryn Williams back to fforest farm this autumn for special dinner in the Cedar Barn.

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Food or Drink Event

Jun

23 June - 14 July, 3 October - 30 October

Vale Pick Your Own

Bonvilston

Vale Pick Your Own at Greenland Farm, Bonvilston in the Vale of Glamorgan offers seasonal strawberry, raspberry and pumpkin picking on a working farm. In summer you can head into the fields to pick…

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Food or Drink Event

Oct

3 October

Newport Food Festival 2026

Newport City

A celebration of Wales’ vibrant food and drink scene, Newport Food Festival Wales 2026 will showcase the finest local produce, artisan foods, and culinary talent. Visitors can enjoy a packed…

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Food or Drink Event

Oct

12 October - 18 October

Iris Prize LGBTQ+ Film Festival

Cardiff

For 7 days in October, Cardiff becomes the home of LGBTQ+ storytelling.

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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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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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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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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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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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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

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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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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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Wales' wacky races

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

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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 woman sat on a sofa under a festival sign The Big Retreat, with views of the 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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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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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

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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

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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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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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