What’s On · 21-27 August 2026
What’s On in West Wales This Week: 21-27 August 2026
Medieval adventures, contemporary circus, wildlife encounters, astronomy, art and family science feature in our verified guide to the seven days ahead.
Here are some of the highlights taking place across Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion from Friday 21 to Thursday 27 August.
Dates, locations and event details have been checked against current organiser and venue information. Programmes can change, so follow the organiser link beneath each listing before travelling.
County guide
Pembrokeshire
Medieval Adventure Days at Carew Castle
Sunday 23 to Thursday 27 August | Carew
Carew Castle’s summer programme brings history to life with changing hands-on activities. Depending on the day, families can tackle the Proving Ground trail, join Knight School, try archery, hear Horrid Histories and see the castle’s trebuchet in action.
- Where
- Carew Castle and Tidal Mill, Carew
- When
- Sunday 23 to Thursday 27 August 2026
- Good for
- Families, history and outdoor activities
Discover the Dragon at Pembroke Castle
Wednesday 26 August | Pembroke
Pembroke Castle becomes the setting for a family outdoor theatre adventure as the Merrymakers search for a legendary dragon among the towers and walls.
- Where
- Pembroke Castle, Pembroke
- When
- Wednesday 26 August 2026
- Good for
- Families, outdoor theatre and heritage
Dark Skies Day at Oriel y Parc
Thursday 27 August | St Davids
A day of astronomy, wildlife and night-sky activities at Oriel y Parc, with solar observing, talks and practical sessions scheduled through the day and after dark. Some activities require advance booking.
- Where
- Oriel y Parc, St Davids
- When
- Thursday 27 August 2026
- Good for
- Astronomy, wildlife and families
County guide
Carmarthenshire
NoFit State Circus: CARNATION
Friday 21 to Sunday 23 August | Carmarthen
The final Carmarthen weekend of this large-scale contemporary circus production combines aerial skill, live music and cinematic imagery inside the Big Top.
- Where
- United Counties Showground, Carmarthen
- When
- Friday 21 to Sunday 23 August 2026
- Good for
- Contemporary circus, live performance and music
Dragonfly Festival at WWT Llanelli
Daily throughout the guide | Llanelli
Explore the wetland world of dragonflies with daily pond dipping, guided walks, a self-led safari and outdoor games. A special face-painting activity is also scheduled for Sunday 23 August.
- Where
- WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, Llwynhendy
- When
- Friday 21 to Thursday 27 August 2026
- Good for
- Families, wildlife and outdoor discovery
Nature Journaling and Wellbeing Wednesday
Wednesday 26 August | Llanarthne
Becky from Our Wild Edges leads a relaxed workshop using observation, drawing and words to connect with nature in the National Botanic Garden of Wales.
- Where
- National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne
- When
- Wednesday 26 August 2026, 10.30am-1.30pm
- Good for
- Creativity, nature and wellbeing
County guide
Ceredigion
Sea Science Lab: Decoding Dolphin Sounds
Tuesday 25 August | New Quay
The marine conservation team turns dolphin communication into a hands-on family science session as part of National Marine Week.
- Where
- Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre, New Quay
- When
- Tuesday 25 August 2026, 10am-11.30am
- Good for
- Families, marine wildlife and science
Mini-beast Safari
Wednesday 26 August | Cilgerran
Search for insects and other small creatures among the leaf litter and wildflower meadows around the Welsh Wildlife Centre.
- Where
- Welsh Wildlife Centre, Cilgerran
- When
- Wednesday 26 August 2026, 11.30am-12.30pm
- Good for
- Families, wildlife and outdoor discovery
Coming soon
Worth planning ahead
The Big Tribute Festival
Friday 28 to Sunday 30 August | Lovesgrove, near Aberystwyth
The bank holiday weekend brings three days of tribute acts, live entertainment and festival atmosphere to Lovesgrove, just outside Aberystwyth.
- Where
- Lovesgrove, near Aberystwyth
- When
- Friday 28 to Sunday 30 August 2026
- Good for
- Live music and festival weekends
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