36 upcoming events in Brecon Beacons · page 1 of 2
October 2026
The Makings of a Murderer, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon
A true-crime themed evening at Brecon's canalside theatre, ideal for visitors who enjoy forensic stories and real-life investigations explored live on stage.
Myddfai Farmers Market 2
Local producers at Myddfai Community Hall & Visitor Centre.
Legends of American Country, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon
A touring country music show celebrating classic American artists, with well-known hits performed live at Theatr Brycheiniog beside the Brecon canal basin.
Pride & Prejud(ish), Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon
A playful comic take on Jane Austen's much-loved novel, staged at Brecon's main theatre and a light-hearted night out for literature fans and families alike.
November 2026
John Lydon: I Could be Wrong, I Could be Right, Brecon
The former Sex Pistols and Public Image Ltd frontman brings his spoken-word tour to Theatr Brycheiniog, sharing stories and opinions from a famously outspoken life in music.
Ballet Cymru: Sleeping Beauty, Theatr Brycheiniog
Wales's touring ballet company performs its version of the classic fairytale ballet in Brecon, a chance to see professional dance without travelling to a city venue.
Beacons Ultra, Marathon & Half Marathon
Trail running event in Brecon with 50-mile ultra option.
Beacons Ultra, Marathon & Half Marathon
Trail running event based in Talybont-on-Usk offering 50-mile ultra, 26-mile marathon and 13-mile half marathon distances through the Brecon Beacons.
Beacons Ultra, Marathon and Half Marathon
Trail running event with ultra, marathon and half marathon distances starting at Talybont-on-Usk.
Mid Wales Opera: Gianni Schicchi, Theatr Brycheiniog
Mid Wales Opera tours Puccini's short comic opera about a scheming inheritance plot, bringing fully staged opera to Brecon for an evening of wit and glorious music.
The Chicago Blues Brothers, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon
A high-energy tribute show packed with soul, rhythm and blues favourites from the Blues Brothers era, played live with plenty of comedy and audience participation.
Fleetwood Shack, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon
A long-running Fleetwood Mac tribute band recreating the group's best-known songs and harmonies, an easy-going autumn night out at Brecon's canalside theatre.
Brecon With Bells On (Christmas Lights Switch-On)
Brecon's annual Christmas lights switch-on day, with a market, live entertainment, Santa's Grotto at the Guildhall and the official lights switch-on on the High Street in the evening. Exact 2026 date to be confirmed by Brecon Town Council (event traditionally held on a Saturday in late November).
Cwmni Mega: Gwion Bach a Ceridwen y Wrach
Welsh-language children's theatre production (ages 5+) at Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, featuring magic, humour and colourful characters, with 10am and 12:30pm performances.
Hay Festival Winter Weekend
Literary festival with debates, live performances and workshops at Hay Castle and around Hay-on-Wye.
Opra Cymru: Fflamau Penyberth, Theatr Brycheiniog
Welsh-language opera company Opra Cymru stages a production drawing on the Penyberth story, a landmark episode in Welsh cultural history, at Brecon's main arts venue.
Royal Welsh Winter Fair
Livestock and produce show at the Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd, near Builth Wells, Powys.
December 2026
Welsh of the West End, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon
Welsh performers with West End credits sing showstoppers from favourite musicals, a festive-season concert that shows off Wales's strong tradition of voices.
Chuckl Comedy Club, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon
A stand-up comedy night with a line-up of touring comedians, a good pick for an evening's entertainment after a December day out in Brecon.
The Foundry Christmas Market
Festive market with local stallholders selling handcrafted gifts and homewares at 8 Bell Lane, Brecon.
Rock for Heroes, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon
A live rock concert evening at Brecon's theatre in the run-up to Christmas, offering loud guitar anthems in a town with deep military connections.
Brecon Friday Market (Festive)
Festive Friday markets on the High Street at Brecon Market Hall, run by Antur Cymru, with local food, arts, crafts, antiques and gifts, 9am-4pm.
Hay Christmas Fayre
Hay-on-Wye's destination Christmas market with over 100 stallholders selling handmade and unique festive gifts, plus choirs, Father Christmas and mulled wine.
The Christmas Orchestra – Brecon
Festive orchestral concert held at Brecon Cathedral, Powys.