Wales — National Annual Events

Wales celebrates through every season. From the thunder of choirs at the Eisteddfod to the hush of a book tent in Hay, from iron man grit on the Pembrokeshire coast to the Red Arrows over Swansea Bay, the calendar here is as varied as the landscape. This map brings together major national events across culture, language, literature, music, food, sport, airshows, and those wonderfully quirky gatherings that could only happen in Wales.

Use the month chips and category filters to curate your own year in Wales, whether you are planning a one day dash, a long weekend, or a week long adventure. Each pin opens a concise guide with location, quick notes, and a link to the organiser so you can check dates and details before you travel.

What you’ll find

• Flagship cultural festivals (National & Urdd Eisteddfod, Llangollen International Eisteddfod)
• Arts & literature highlights (Hay Festival, Tafwyl, Dylan Thomas events)
• Music from jazz in Brecon to new music weekends in Cardiff and Wrexham
• Food & farming showcases (Abergavenny Food Festival, Royal Welsh Show & Winter Fair)
• Big ticket endurance and community races (IRONMAN Wales, Cardiff Half, Snowdon Race)
• Spectacular air displays (Wales Airshow, Swansea Bay)
• Uniquely Welsh originals (Man vs Horse, Bog Snorkelling, Porthcawl Elvis)

How to use

• Filter by category and month to see what is on when you are visiting.
• Click a thumbnail to jump to the event on the map.
• Open the official site in the popup to confirm dates, tickets, and any last minute changes.

Note: Dates and venues can shift year to year. Always check the organiser’s website before travelling.