What’s On · 17-24 August 2026
What’s On in West Wales This Week: 17-24 August 2026
County show traditions, outdoor Shakespeare, contemporary circus, village celebrations, art and one of Britain’s oldest regattas feature in our verified guide to the week ahead.
Here are some of the highlights taking place across Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion from Monday 17 to Monday 24 August.
We have checked the dates and locations against current event and venue information. Details sometimes change, so please check with the organiser before travelling.
County guide
Pembrokeshire
Pembrokeshire County Show
Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 August | Haverfordwest
The county’s major agricultural showcase returns to Pembrokeshire County Showground for two days celebrating farming, food and rural life.
Expect livestock competitions, equestrian displays, horticulture, crafts, local produce, trade stands, live entertainment and family activities.
- Where
- Pembrokeshire County Showground, Withybush Road, Haverfordwest
- When
- Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 August 2026
- Good for
- Farming, food, countryside interests and families
As You Like It at Pembroke Castle
Wednesday 19 August | Pembroke
Pembroke Castle hosts an evening outdoor performance of Shakespeare’s much-loved comedy in one of the county’s most atmospheric historic settings.
- Where
- Pembroke Castle, Pembroke
- When
- Wednesday 19 August 2026
- Good for
- Theatre, heritage and summer evenings
Coriolanus at St Dogmaels Abbey
Wednesday 19 to Saturday 22 August | St Dogmaels
The Abbey Shakespeare Players present Coriolanus, accompanied by live music in the historic surroundings of St Dogmaels Abbey.
- Where
- St Dogmaels Abbey, St Dogmaels
- When
- Wednesday 19 to Saturday 22 August 2026, 7pm
- Good for
- Shakespeare, live music and heritage
Marvellous Meadows at Carew Castle
Monday 24 August | Carew
Seasonal Ranger Molly leads a family wildflower hunt through Carew Castle’s grounds, followed by meadow-themed crafts including butterfly mask making.
- Where
- Carew Castle and Tidal Mill, Carew
- When
- Monday 24 August 2026, 11.30am-3pm
- Good for
- Families, nature and creative activities
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Carmarthenshire
NoFit State Circus: CARNATION
Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 August | Carmarthen
NoFit State Circus brings CARNATION to Carmarthen Showground, combining large-scale contemporary circus, live music and cinematic imagery inside the Big Top.
- Where
- United Counties Showground, Carmarthen
- When
- Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 August 2026
- Good for
- Contemporary circus, live performance and music
Botanical Colour: The Art of Swimming
Daily throughout the week | Llanarthne
This summer exhibition at the National Botanic Garden of Wales explores botanical colour through art and continues throughout the full week.
- Where
- National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne
- When
- Daily from 17 to 24 August 2026
- Good for
- Art, gardens and nature
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Ceredigion
Cilgerran Festival Week
Continuing until Sunday 23 August | Cilgerran
Cilgerran’s 76th festival week continues with a community programme featuring family fun, treasure hunts and the village’s well-known coracle-racing tradition.
- Where
- Cilgerran
- When
- Monday 17 to Sunday 23 August 2026
- Good for
- Community events, families and local tradition
Cardigan Bay Regatta
Tuesday 18 to Thursday 20 August | New Quay
One of the UK’s oldest regattas returns to New Quay for its 150th event. The volunteer-run programme includes sailing races, shore-based activities, swimming races and family events.
- Where
- New Quay, Ceredigion
- When
- Tuesday 18 to Thursday 20 August 2026
- Good for
- Sailing, coastal traditions and families
Pleth by Small World Theatre
Wednesday 19 August | Cardigan
Pleth blends movement, foley sound, visual storytelling and British Sign Language in a non-verbal performance inspired by the hidden connections within a West Wales temperate rainforest.
- Where
- Small World Theatre, Cardigan
- When
- Wednesday 19 August 2026, 11am and 3pm
- Good for
- Families, visual theatre, nature and accessible performance
The Many Stories of Ivor Davies
Continuing until Monday 24 August | Aberystwyth
This exhibition at Aberystwyth Arts Centre brings together work exploring the many strands of Welsh artist Ivor Davies’ career.
- Where
- Aberystwyth Arts Centre, Aberystwyth
- When
- Continuing until Monday 24 August 2026
- Good for
- Art, culture and Welsh creativity
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