Swansea is in the running to become UK City of Culture 2021 and we need YOUR HELP to make this happen! What is the UK City of Culture? UK City of Culture is a title awarded to a city in the United Kingdom for one year. During that year the city creates a programme of cultural events of local, … [Read more...] about Are you backing the bid?
The German Bierfest is coming to Swansea!
Summer has come to Swansea, and what better way to enjoy the sun than with refreshing drinks and great food with your friends? Well good news – the German Bierfest is coming to Museum Park, Swansea on 3 – 6 August! You’ll be able to explore the German Village, enjoy a drink in the open air Bier … [Read more...] about The German Bierfest is coming to Swansea!
WE… ARE… IN!
Swansea has taken a step closer to being crowned the UK City of Culture 2021, having made the shortlist to become the third UK city to boast the coveted title, following in the footsteps of Derry in 2013 and Hull, the current City of Culture 2017. The 2021 bid team, which includes Swansea … [Read more...] about WE… ARE… IN!
The piano’s hot for all that jazz…
The piano’s hot for all that jazz… So too is the trumpet, sax, bass, drums… for Swansea International Jazz Festival is back! And with a great line-up of UK and international talent with a programme that truly brings something for everyone. The festival, now in its fourth year, runs from … [Read more...] about The piano’s hot for all that jazz…
Take That
Plus special guests All Saints Gary, Mark and Howard are bringing their 22 date Wonderland Live tour to Swansea’s Liberty Stadium this June to celebrate the launch of their new album, Wonderland. Renowned for their incredible live shows, for the first time ever this tour will feature their … [Read more...] about Take That
Download the Wales Airshow APP
This years Airshow is now just 1 month away and the final display schedule is starting to take shape. A British plane that was extensively used during the first two years of the Second World War is the latest to be confirmed. The Bristol Blenheim has been added to the line-up for our free event, … [Read more...] about Download the Wales Airshow APP
George Ezra comes to The Brangwyn
George Ezra today announced his ‘TOP SECRET Tour’, a two week jaunt around the UK and Ireland kicking off in Belfast on 26 May including a date at Swansea's Brangwyn Hall. He will debut brand new songs for the first time across ten gigs at intimate venues. Pre-sale begins 9am, on April 5 (sign up … [Read more...] about George Ezra comes to The Brangwyn
Clean Air Roadshow
Swansea Council, working in partnership with the private sector will host the Clean Air Roadshow from 10am – 4pm on Saturday 22nd April 2017 at Castle Square. If your idea of an electric vehicle is an old milk float, think again... We’ve come a long way since those days; the BMW i8 can do … [Read more...] about Clean Air Roadshow
Outdoor Cinema Set to return
VISITORS to Swansea’s Oystermouth Castle will be transported back to ancient Rome later this year with the return of outdoor cinema. Gladiator will be among the movies shown on a giant screen outdoors at the historic attraction, thanks to a partnership between Swansea Council and The Luna … [Read more...] about Outdoor Cinema Set to return
Oystermouth Castle as you’ve never seen it before
HERE are views of Oystermouth Castle many of you will never have seen before. Showing the historic 12th century Swansea attraction from above, the footage and photos were taken by a drone in the build-up to the castle’s re-opening this weekend for the summer season. The castle, which … [Read more...] about Oystermouth Castle as you’ve never seen it before
