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Events in Wales by season

Autumn events

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

Oct

24 October - 1 November

SpookWood

Y Felinheli

SpookWood is back! Bigger and better!
From 24 October, GreenWood transforms for its biggest Halloween and Pumpkin adventure yet.
NEW Pumpkin Fun: FREE pumpkins & carving, plus the…

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Halloween

Oct

24 October - 1 November

Calan Gaeaf at Penrhyn Castle

Bangor

Join us this October half term as we celebrate the end of the agricultural year and the arrival of autumn with a magical Calan Gaeaf adventure inspired by Welsh harvest traditions.

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Art or Cultural

Oct

24 October

Chocolate Festival of Wales

Llanidloes

Chocolate lovers can enjoy a delicious day out in Llanidloes as the Chocolate Festival of Wales returns this autumn. Expect artisan treats, tastings, workshops and family activities, with chocolate-…

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Food or Drink Event

Oct

Children playing amongst the fallen acer leaves during the autumn at Bodnant Garden.
Image; National Trust Images/Paul Harris

24 October - 8 November

Calan Gaeaf Trail at Bodnant Gardens

Llandudno

Celebrate Calen Gaeaf - Welsh monsters and mythical beasts at Bodnant Garden. 24/10-08/11/2026

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Other Workshops or Activity

Oct

24 October

Cambrian Rally 2026

Llandudno

One of Wales' biggest motorsport events returns to Llandudno, bringing together leading rally crews for an unforgettable day of high-speed competition. From the ceremonial start to the dramatic…

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Oct

25 October

Swansea Comic Con

Swansea

Get ready for a day packed with superheroes, sci-fi, gaming and pop culture as Swansea Comic Con returns this October. Whether you're into cosplay, comics, films or collectibles, there's…

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Fair, Sale or Market

Oct

26 October

Swansea Bay Rider Land Train

Swansea

Step aboard the Swansea Bay Rider this October half-term for a Halloween-themed adventure along Swansea Bay's famous seafront.

Running from 26 to 31 October 2026, the popular land…

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Oct

26 October

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

Mold

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

5 November

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

Aberystwyth

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

5 November

Holyhead Bonfire Night 2026

Holyhead

Enjoy a traditional Bonfire Night at Penrhos Beach, Holyhead, on 5 November, with the bonfire lit at 6.00pm followed by a spectacular fireworks display after dark.

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Fireworks

Nov

5 November

Sophiaworks Fireworks Display 2026

Cardiff

Sophiaworks is Cardiff’s biggest fireworks display, returning to Sophia Gardens this Bonfire Night on Thursday, November 5. Enjoy an evening of live music, family entertainment, funfair rides and…

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Display or Festival

Nov

Abergavenny Roundtable Fireworks Extrvaganza

5 November

Abergavenny Round Table Fireworks Extravaganza

Abergavenny

On November the 5th the skies above Abergavenny will be alight with colour as The Abergavenny Round Table Fireworks Extravaganza takes place.

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Display or Festival

Nov

6 November

Welshpool Fireworks Display 2026

Welshpool

Gather the family and enjoy Welshpool’s annual fireworks display at Maes y Dre Recreation Ground. Gates open at 6pm, with the colourful fireworks display beginning at 7pm. Entry is free, with…

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Fireworks

Nov

7 November

Barmouth Bonfire & Firework Display 2026

Barmouth

One of the largest firework events in southern Snowdonia, with music adding to the atmosphere from late afternoon. As dusk falls, the bonfire will be lit before a spectacular firework display lights…

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Fireworks

Nov

7 November

Nations Championship 2026: Wales v Japan

Cardiff

Experience the excitement of international rugby as Wales take on Japan at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium in the inaugural Nations Championship. Expect a fantastic atmosphere as two sides meet under…

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Sporting Event

Nov

7 November - 8 November

Anglesey Winter Show 2026

Holyhead

Get ready for two days of celebration, connection, and community spirit as the Anglesey Winter Show returns this November! 7-8/11/2026

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Countryside or Craft

Things to do in school holidays

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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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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Events in Wales by month

Couple walking on beach at Porthdinllaen.

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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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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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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A woman wearing a pink jumper with a leek in her mouth.

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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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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