What’s on in South Wales 2024
Stunning blue flag beaches and home to the iconic 180-mile-long Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, South Wales is filled with beauty.
We’ve crafted the perfect list of events, festivals and good times for you to discover in this beautiful corner of Wales. So, let’s get stuck in!
June
Pembrokeshire Street Food Festival
Where: Tenby South Beach Car Park, SA70 7EG
When: June, exact date TBC
Situated right next to the stunning South Beach in Tenby, Pembrokeshire Street Food Festival is filled with local, national and regional street food venders. From authentic Caribbean dishes to gourmet mac and cheese, there’s so many stalls to choose from – your only limitation is how hungry you are!
Rock the Castle Festival
Where: Pembroke Castle, Pembroke, SA71 4LA
When: June, exact date TBC
Dance the night away to your favourite tunes in the stunning Pembroke Castle, surrounded by history and royalty! The former birthplace of King Henry VII, Pembroke Castle has played host to acts such as Status Quo, Sister Sledge, UB40 and The Fratellis.
July
Viking Warrior School
Where: Castell Henllys, Meline (near Crymych), Pembrokeshire, SA41 3UR
When: July, exact date TBC
Become the leader of your pack at Castell Henllys Viking Warrior School. For ages 8+, you’ll get the chance to learn some of the epic art of combat and experience how the Norse folk raided.
Days of Medieval Merriment!
Where: Carew Castle, Carew, Tenby, Pembrokeshire, SA70 8SL
When: July – August, exact dates TBC
Hear ye, hear ye! Calling all young knights and explorers, Carew Castle are hosting their Days of Medieval Merriment for you to come along and be transported back in time.
August
Tenby Round Table Summer Spectacular
Where: Tenby Harbour, Tenby, SA70 7BW
When: August, exact dates TBC
A famous event in the local community, the Summer Spectacular is filled with a whole range of entertainment, lots of food, and a grand finale fireworks show, every weekend in August.
Llangwm Literary Festival
Where: Llangwm Village Hall, Pill Parks Way, Llangwm, SA62 4HT
When: August, exact date TBC
Nestled in a former fishing village, with a weekend of writing and plenty of activities to keep the little ones entertained – the Llangwm Literary Festival is a book-lovers dream.
September
Ironman Wales
Where: Throughout Pembrokeshire
When: September, exact date TBC
The iconic Ironman triathlon has been hosted in Tenby for over 10 years, and the atmosphere in the town just keeps on getting better every year. There’s even a mini version, IRONKIDS for children ages 0-17 to take part in an epic Fun Run.
Narberth Food Festival
Where: Townsmoor Car Park, Narberth, SA67 7AG
When: September, exact date TBC
Sat in the cute and bustling town of Narberth, the annual Food Festival will be coming back for its 24th year! Filled with a delicious array of food stalls, guest chefs, toe-tapping music and live entertainment, you’d better not miss this one.
October
Tenby Beer Festival
Where: De Valence in Tenby, Upper Frog St, Tenby, SA70 7JD
When: October, exact date TBC
Sip on some delicious beers and ciders from breweries across West Wales and check out the cheeky prosecco bar. The tenth annual Tenby Beer Festival is here!
Pembroke Castle
Where: Pembroke Castle, Pembroke, SA71 4LA
When: October, exact date TBC
Grab your best Halloween costume and get ready to dive into some spook-tacular activities. From pumpkin hunts to a skeleton trial, and plenty of spooky décor to get you in the Halloween mood, you’re guaranteed to have a blast.