118 upcoming events in South Wales · page 1 of 5
October 2026
Chocolate Festival of Wales
Artisan chocolate and cacao festival based at the Minerva Arts Centre in Llanidloes with stalls across the town.
Vale of Rheidol Railway Rail & Trail Adventure
A 12-mile steam train journey combined with a 3.5-mile guided walk in the Cambrian Mountains, an area covering parts of inland Ceredigion.
Ron Skilton Memorial Half Marathon and 12k
Half marathon and 12k road races held in and around Llanwrtyd Wells in memory of Ron Skilton.
Mid Wales Opera: Puccini's Gianni Schicchi
Mid Wales Opera performs Puccini's comic opera at Theatr Hafren, Newtown, with an accompanying touch tour.
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.
Al Murray, Aberystwyth Arts Centre
The comedian and pub landlord persona brings a live stand-up night to the Arts Centre on the Penglais campus, a good excuse for a late-October evening out in Aberystwyth.
Makers Market
Artisan makers market on Bailey Head, Oswestry, showcasing local craft producers, food stalls and handmade gifts.
October Half Term Autumn Trail at Llanerchaeron
An autumn-themed self-guided trail around the National Trust's Llanerchaeron estate near Aberaeron during the October half-term holidays.
Ribbons Tour, Hermon Chapel Arts Centre
Rebecca Nash, Sara Colman and Henrik Jensen bring their Ribbons Tour to the intimate converted Welsh chapel in Oswestry, a small 110-seat room that suits close-up jazz and folk-leaning music.
AberSU Pumpkin Carving
Pumpkin carving session for students and the community at Rosser D Lounge.
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.
AberSU Spooky Film and Costume Party
Halloween-themed film screening and costume party at Y Ffald, Fferm Penglais.
Dylan Moran, Aberystwyth Arts Centre
Irish stand-up Dylan Moran performs his rambling, wry observational comedy at Aberystwyth Arts Centre, one of the town's main venues for touring comedy and music.
That'll Be The Day, Theatr Hafren
A live tribute show celebrating classic rock 'n' roll and pop-era music at Theatr Hafren, Newtown.
Dom Joly — Trigger Happy TV 25th Anniversary Tour
Dom Joly presents a 25th-anniversary live show revisiting Trigger Happy TV at Theatr Hafren, Newtown.
Gwyl ABERTEIFI LIVE
Placeholder music festival showcasing emerging talent ahead of the Other Voices festival's 2027 return.
Other Voices Abertëifi
Weekend music showcase bringing emerging and established artists to intimate venues around Cardigan town, inspired by the Irish Other Voices festival.
Other Voices Cardigan / Gwyl Aberteifi Live
Weekend music festival showcasing emerging talent across venues in Cardigan.
Practical Magic Halloween Paint & Sip, Crow & Compass
A witchy-themed evening of guided painting with a drink in hand at Crow & Compass Art Studio in Oswestry, a relaxed creative night out in the run-up to Halloween.
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.
AberSU Trick or Treat
Halloween trick-or-treat event at PJM House, Aberystwyth University.
Moon & Magic Market
Handmade crafts and mystical-themed market at Oswestry Memorial Hall.