10 upcoming events in Powys
September 2026
Newtown Food Festival
Annual food and drink festival in Newtown's Town Hall Grounds with over 60 local producers, live music, and family entertainment.
Powis Castle Open Doors Weekend
National Trust's Powis Castle and Garden near Welshpool opens free of charge, with garden 10am-5pm and castle 11am-3.30pm.
Mid Wales Four Day Walking Festival
Guided walks of varying lengths through the countryside around Llanwrtyd Wells over four days.
Welshpool Food & Drink Fair
Local food and drink producers gather at Welshpool Town Hall for a one-day fair of stalls and tastings.
October 2026
Knighton Festival
Literary and arts festival at Knighton Community Centre featuring poetry, talks with writers, an arts and crafts market and exhibitions.
Chocolate Festival of Wales
Artisan chocolate and cacao festival based at the Minerva Arts Centre in Llanidloes with stalls across the town.
Ron Skilton Memorial Half Marathon and 12k
Half marathon and 12k road races held in and around Llanwrtyd Wells in memory of Ron Skilton.
November 2026
Real Ale Wobble
Mountain bike rides through the Llanwrtyd Wells countryside with real ale checkpoints along the routes.
Royal Welsh Winter Fair
Major two-day agricultural show at the Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd near Builth Wells, showcasing livestock and produce.
December 2026
Builth Wells Christmas Lights Switch-On
Town centre event with late-night shopping, a Santa's grotto at the Strand Hall and the switching on of Christmas lights.