WINTER

Indoor ice rink in Cardiff lit up for Christmas

Events and Festivals in November

Winter is just around the corner; get a cosy and warm feeling inside with the thought of all of these wonderful events. A feast for the senses with fireworks, fast cars and food amongst the must-go-to events in Wales this November.

Other Voices

01– 02 November. It’s a very special event that kicks off November in Cardigan – Other Voices is Ireland’s iconic music festival, that will showcase an incredible line-up of over 30 free musical and cultural events in intimate venues and atmospheric spaces throughout Cardigan. The event is hosted by Huw Stephens and presented in partnership with Theatr Mwldan and Triongl.

Find out more about Other Voices Cardigan.

Made by Hand

01– 03 November. At this contemporary craft fair you can meet and buy directly from 135 of the finest makers at City Hall in the centre of Cardiff. There are adult and children’s workshops, demonstrations and masterclasses.

Find out more about Made by Hand.

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North Wales Choral Festival

08– 10 November. The largest choral event in Wales with a weekend of choral music including competitions, concerts and community performances.

Find out more about the North Wales Choral Festival.

Real Ale Wobble

16November. 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.

Llandudno Christmas Fayre

14– 17 November. The Llandudno Christmas Fayre, on Llandudno’s Madoc Street & Trinity Square, will bring an extraordinary array of stalls together, hand-picked for their quality and diversity. With over 100 craft stalls and 65 food stalls, it will guarantee a shopping experience like no other; welcoming artisan crafts that are not found on the high street.

Find out more about the Llandudno Christmas Fayre.

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Brecon Beacons Ultra Marathon

16November. A mere 46ish mile mixed trail, mountain, canal and road run around the magnificent Brecon Beacons. Find out more about the Brecon Beacons Ultra Marathon.

Conwy Half Marathon

17November. 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.

Hay-on-Wye Winter Food Festival

28November – 01 December. The Hay-on-Wye Winter Food Festival attracts quality Welsh food and drink companies. Visit stalls from local producers and experience free musical entertainment.

Find out more about The Hay-on-Wye Winter Food Festival.

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Royal Welsh Winter Fair

25– 26 November. Whether its livestock, poultry and horses being judged in the indoor arenas or the best of Welsh produce from award-winning producers in the food hall, there is something here for everyone.

Find out more about the Royal Welsh Winter Fair.

Cardiff Winter Wonderland

8 November – 5 January. The highlight of Christmas in the city – Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland returns to city hall lawn with more attractions for the family to enjoy including the ice rink. This has a brand new additional feature built on to keep skaters dry as the attraction becomes Cardiff’s Winter Wundercoverland with a clear span roof and night sky lights.

Find out more about the Cardiff Winter Wonderland.

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Waterfront Wonderland

Nov– January. If you’re visiting Swansea during the Christmas period, in addition to some great shopping, why not take the family to Waterfront Wonderland? With not one but two ice rinks, festive and thrilling funfair and Santa’s Grotto.

Find out more about the Swansea Waterfront Wonderland.

Cardiff’s City Centre Christmas

Nov– January. The official start to Christmas in Cardiff. See the city centre undergo a spectacular transformation with a cornucopia of Christmassy characters, music and entertainment including the Christmas Market, Santa’s Grotto and Christmas at the Castle.

Find out more about Cardiff’s Christmas events from Visit Cardiff’s website.