Across Southern Wales there are loads of events - from rugby internationals to food festivals, from Welsh cultural events to modern performances.
Year-Round Events across Southern Wales
Southern Wales buzzes with spectacular events perfect for groups throughout the year; from electrifying rugby internationals at the Principality Stadium to vibrant food festivals, rich Welsh cultural celebrations like the Eisteddfod, and dynamic modern performances. Here are some of our top seasonal recommendations to inspire unforgettable group itineraries!
Event highlights
Southern Wales is filled with great, imaginative events throughout the year. The calendar changes each year, so here are some of the regular events across the seasons:
January - March
- As well as Valentines Day, we also celebrate St Dwynwen’s Day, the Welsh patron saint of love, on 25 January.
- The rugby internationals take place in February and March each year.
- St David’s Day, our patron saint, is celebrated each 1st March – you’ll find events in theatres, town centres and in businesses throughout the area, focusing on food, music and traditions.
April – June
- Easter events take place around the region – lots of egg hunts at attractions like Tredegar House and Park, Dyffryn Gardens and A Welsh Coal Mining Experience: Rhondda Heritage Park.
- Usk Open Gardens (featuring around 20 private gardens) takes place at the end of June when gardens are looking their very best.
July - September
- Glastonbarry Tribute Festival takes place in Barry each July.
- Music fills the valleys each July when Steelhouse Festival brings rock bands from around the UK and further afield to the hills above Ebbw Vale.
- Abergavenny Food Festival takes place each September, and the Caerphilly Cheese Festival takes place in August.
- Each summer there is a programme of international music across Cardiff outdoor venues – including Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium.
- Each September heritage sites across Wales take visitors behind the scenes as part of the Open Doors Festival. This year the programme includes country churches, archives and even the Royal Mint.
October – December
- The Newport Food Festival takes place in October.
- Caerphilly Christmas celebrations including the River of Light Lantern Parade takes place in December.
- There are lots of Christmas events across Cardiff from mid November including light events and Christmas market.
- On New Years Eve the Nos Galan Road Races takes place in Mountain Ash commemorating the legendary Welsh runner Guto Nyth Bran.
- There are always great shows at theatres like the Millennium Centre and New Theatre in Cardiff, The Riverfront, Newport and at the smaller theatres across the region.
Events calendar
Puccini Gianni Schicchi | Mid Wales Opera Small Stage Autumn Tour - Abergavenny
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.
November
Caerphilly Mini Festive Fair 2026
Come along to Caerphilly Mini Festive Fair in Caerphilly town centre on Friday 20th November!
November
Nations Championship 2026: Wales v Australia
Get ready for an exciting night of international rugby as Wales take on Australia at Principality Stadium. Expect a thrilling contest as two proud rugby nations go head-to-head in the Nations Championship. Saturday, 21 November Kick off at 8pm
November
Caerphilly Christmas Market 2026
Caerphilly Christmas Market on Saturday 21st November is the perfect place to get you in the Christmas spirit!
November
Blackwood Christmas Market 2026
Come along to Blackwood Christmas Market on Saturday 28th November 2026 to experience the fun and excitement that only Christmas can bring!
November
Santa Special - Blaenavon's Heritage Railway
Father Christmas and a trip on a steam train - great memories
December
Ystrad Mynach Christmas Market 2026
Wrap up warm and celebrate the festive season as the Ystrad Mynach Christmas Market comes to town on Saturday 5th December 2026!
December
Six Nations 2027: Wales v Ireland
Get ready for another thrilling Six Nations clash as Wales take on Ireland at Principality Stadium. Two proud rugby nations go head-to-head in what promises to be a fantastic day of international rugby. Saturday 20th February 2027. Kick off at 2.10pm.
February
Six Nations 2027 - Wales v England
Get ready for one of rugby’s biggest rivalries as Wales take on England at Principality Stadium in the 2027 Six Nations. Expect passion, drama and an unforgettable atmosphere as these two proud nations go head-to-head. Saturday 6 March 2027 . Kick-off 4.40pm
March
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