305 upcoming events in Central Wales · page 12 of 13
May 2027
The Elvis Years, The Riverfront
A long-running West End tribute to Elvis Presley, tracing the King's career from rock'n'roll rebel to Las Vegas showman with lights and archive video.
Cor World Choir, Land of Song Festival, Cardiff
Over 20,000 singers from Wales and beyond are expected to join one of the largest mass choral gatherings ever staged in Wales, as part of the Land of Song Festival.
Mike and the Mechanics, Swansea Arena
The pop-rock band behind The Living Years and Silent Running perform live at Swansea Arena.
Barry Island 10K 2027
A popular seaside road race starting and finishing at Whitmore Bay, with junior races later in the day and an event village of music and street food for spectators.
The Dinosaur That Pooped A Rock Show, Memo Arts Centre, Barry
A riotous family show based on the bestselling picture books, as Danny and Dino chase the last two tickets to their favourite band's farewell gig. Rescheduled to this date.
Welsh National Opera: Hedd Wyn: Eisteddfod Atomig, Wales Millennium Centre
A new Welsh-language opera from WNO and Theatr Cymru, set in a future Trawsfynydd and reimagining the legacy of poet Hedd Wyn, with English and Welsh surtitles.
Emma Kenny's Killer Couples, The Riverfront
TV psychologist Emma Kenny explores the minds behind notorious murderous partnerships in a true-crime talk show, following her earlier serial killer tour.
80s Live, The Riverfront
A high-energy party concert packed with 1980s chart hits, billed as coming direct from London's West End - time to dig out the leg warmers and sing along.
Fishguard Folk Festival
Mostly free folk music festival across venues in Fishguard with live acts, sessions and workshops over the late May bank holiday.
Cowbridge Food and Drink Festival
Street festival in Cowbridge town centre showcasing Vale of Glamorgan food and drink producers.
Coldplace: Tribute to Coldplay, Memo Arts Centre, Barry
Billed as the world's leading Coldplay tribute, Coldplace return to Barry with a full concert of the band's anthems from Yellow to the more recent hits.
Hejira: Celebrating Joni Mitchell, The Riverfront
A seven-piece band with rotating lead singers celebrates the songs of Joni Mitchell, covering her folk, pop and jazz-influenced albums.
In It Together Festival 2027, Margam, Port Talbot
A three-day music festival at Old Park Farm, Margam, near Port Talbot, over the late-May bank holiday weekend.
The Big Retreat Festival 2027, Lawrenny
A wellbeing-focused festival at Newton Farm near Lawrenny, mixing yoga, mindfulness and outdoor activities with live music and family camping over the late May bank holiday weekend. ABBA Revival is the first main-stage act announced.
Alan Carr: Have I Said Too Much?, Swansea Arena
Chatty comedian Alan Carr brings his stand-up tour to Swansea Arena on the late-May bank holiday weekend.
June 2027
Heaven Can Wait: The Meat Loaf Concert Experience, Torch Theatre
A big-voiced tribute to Meat Loaf's operatic rock, featuring Bat Out of Hell and other Jim Steinman epics, live at the Torch Theatre in Milford Haven.
Pembrokeshire Coastal Races
Trail and ultra-running festival following sections of the Pembrokeshire and Wales Coast Path.
DEPOT Live: Jack Savoretti and James Morrison, Cardiff Castle
An open-air summer concert in the grounds of Cardiff Castle, pairing singer-songwriters Jack Savoretti and James Morrison.
Gregory Porter, Swansea Arena
Grammy-winning jazz and soul singer Gregory Porter performs at Swansea Arena.
The Simon and Garfunkel Story, The Riverfront
The internationally touring theatre concert tells the story of the folk duo through their best-loved songs, with live music and archive footage.
Hello Again: The Neil Diamond Songbook, Torch Theatre
An evening of Neil Diamond favourites such as Sweet Caroline and Cracklin' Rosie, performed live in Milford Haven. An easy summer night out alongside a day on the coast.
Porthcawl 10K
Coastal 10K and junior races starting and finishing on Porthcawl Esplanade.
Porthcawl 10K, Esplanade
A 10K road race along Porthcawl's seafront esplanade with a post-race junior programme including a fun run and toddler dash, part of the Run 4 Wales series.
Phoenix Supermarketathon
Multi-distance road running event, including half marathon option, held at Tesco Bridgend Extra as part of the Phoenix Running series.