School’s out for the summer, but don’t panic, there are plenty of fun activities taking place across Swansea to keep your little (and not so little!) ones entertained. From films on our outdoor big screen and craft workshops, to festivals and sports, we guarantee you’ll find plenty to keep whole … [Read more...] about Enjoy Swansea Bay this Summer!
Roald Dahl 100
‘No book ever ends…’ From 22 – 28 August, The Dylan Thomas Centre will be holding a week of workshops and activities inspired by Roald Dahl! Phizzwizarding Dream Jars Roald Dahl Inspired Drop-in Family Workshop Masters of Invention Poetry Workshop with Sophie McKeand ‘No book ever … [Read more...] about Roald Dahl 100
Fabulous Felt workshops
Have you tried making felt? Or especially Nuno Felt? Well on August 17th during the Festival of Stitch you can with the fabulous Felt Workshop with Mandy Nash. It will be suitable for beginners or the more experienced to discover the delights of Nuno Felt. Our tutor Mandy Nash is one of the cream … [Read more...] about Fabulous Felt workshops
Swansea Euro 2016 Fanzone
Wales v Portugal Live at Singleton Park History is calling. After Chris Coleman’s side produced the most famous victory in Welsh football history, Portugal await in the Semi Finals of Euro 2016. It’s Bale v Ronaldo. The underdogs v the stars. The support of Wales has been phenomenal, and … [Read more...] about Swansea Euro 2016 Fanzone
Enjoy Outdoor Theatre
CLASSIC William Shakespeare, Roald Dahl and Jonathan Swift stories are being brought to life in Swansea later this summer. Outdoor theatre performances of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Danny the Champion of the World, and Gulliver’s Travels will be held at Oystermouth Castle in August. Both Danny … [Read more...] about Enjoy Outdoor Theatre
Street Art and Exhibitions
The Festival of Stitch will be bringing together several venues that will be filled with Textile Art, many of them supported by the City and County of Swansea. The first part of the trail starts with the Itchyfingers Textile group’s village of Llareggub which will be on display in the Dylan … [Read more...] about Street Art and Exhibitions
Have you downloaded the #WNAS16 APP yet?
5 KEY REASONS TO GET YOUR VIRTUAL PROGRAMME FOR #WNAS16 1. YOU’LL RECEIVE REAL-TIME DISPLAY SCHEDULE UPDATES – Know which displays will be taking place when. Our timetable will be updated in real-time keeping you in the know if changes are made to the schedule on the day. The full list … [Read more...] about Have you downloaded the #WNAS16 APP yet?
Swansea International Jazz Festival
The 3rd Swansea International Jazz Festival returns to the City over the weekend 17 – 19 June. Presented in 10 venues located in the City’s beautiful maritime Quarter, the festival will host a diverse programme of around 50 performances with a mixture of ticketed and free concerts, plus workshops. … [Read more...] about Swansea International Jazz Festival
Euro 2016 – Together in Castle Square
FOOTBALL fans can watch Wales go for glory at Euro 2016 on Castle Square’s big screen. Swansea Council has confirmed each Wales game will be shown live from France on the screen in the heart of the city centre as part of a great Summer of Sport across the city. Wales kick-off their European … [Read more...] about Euro 2016 – Together in Castle Square
Manics Light up the Liberty
Last Saturday (May 28) the Manic Street Preachers arrived at the Liberty Stadium Swansea to perform one of their best loved and most critically acclaimed albums Everything Must Go. The performance of some of their most euphoric and emotive anthems (20 years since the album's release) will have … [Read more...] about Manics Light up the Liberty