Events in Ceredigion
Ceredigion's entertaining and exciting programme of events usually means that there's always something to do and see. We take fun seriously and celebrate everything from our magnificent horses and humble mackerel to the best of classical and contemporary music and art. Good food and music is a way of life, and there's always plenty to go round.
Please use the links to check venue and event organisers websites or social media for updates including the events listing on the Discover Ceredigion Facebook page.
Spring into Easter in Ceredigion.
There are Easter egg hunts and chocolate fun as well as nature activities for children. Indoor activities include games, children's entertainers, theatre and cinema.
Or splash into Easter with fun activities on and in the water.
Enjoy the outdoors and see lambs gambolling in the fields and fresh blossom in the hedgerows. Board a narrow gauge train or take a boat trip to see the wildlife of Cardigan Bay.
Festivals: music, theatre and comedy
Aberystwyth and Cardigan are centres of creativity, bubbling with artistic activity throughout the year. As well as eclectic programmes of events including music, comedy, theatre, dance, film, live broadcast and exhibitions at Aberystwyth Arts Centre, Theatr Mwldan, Small World Theatre and Theatr Felinfach you'll find the arts celebrated across Ceredigion.
Ceredigion invites you to enjoy family friendly festivals that make the most of their town and country settings.
As well as regular farmers markets, Ceredigion has several food and drink festivals during the year, where you can try local delicacies and hand crafted artisanal produce.
Taste locally brewed beer and distilled gin and whisky, savour Cardigan Bay crab and Teifi river sewin and discover a range of locally produced cheese, cakes, pastries and preserves.
Relax, enjoy, and do some shopping for tasty treats and souvenirs of Ceredigion.
Ceredigion probably has more shows per head of population than any other area, each community coming together to celebrate, compete and have fun.Meet the animals and be amazed by the best of the Ceredigion countryside.
Each show has its own character, and there are a wide range of classes from cookery, craft and flower arranging to carriage driving, sheep shearing and dog competitions.
Maybe you'll even try some of the fun classes yourself?
Ceredigion celebrates the patron Saint of Wales in style with parades, food and drink, music and dancing. The official date is March 1st, but celebrations may take place over a few days to include the weekend. Why not visit some of the beautiful places in Ceredigion associated with Dewi Sant and take the opportunity to practice your Welsh skills.
Dydd Gwyl Dewi hapus!
The National Eisteddfod and Urdd National Eisteddfod have been welcomed to Ceredigion more than a dozen times.
Ceredigion also has a strong tradition of local eisteddfodau, held across the county in schools, village halls, chapels and purpose built pavilions.
Find out where and when local eisteddfodau are held so that you can visit to experience the wealth of musical, performance and literary talent being discovered and celebrated.
Calan Gaeaf, Halloween and Fireworks
A haunted mine, castle or mansion, tales of strange sightings and casting of spells - Ceredigion is full of great spooky stories.
Calan Gaeaf and bonfires mark the changing seasons, but Halloween and Firework displays have also been embraced, with unique, spooky experiences.
As this as also Autumn Half Term, there are lots of craft and nature activities for children to enjoy too.
Cosy pubs, refreshing winter walks, good food and drink and fantastic Christmas shopping for locally produced crafts and treats.
Enjoy Christmas carols in unforgettable surroundings and join in the merriment with Christmas entertainment from singalong concerts to pantomime.
Buy local to get the most out of a Ceredigion Christmas.