Events in Harlech
Get involved in local events in and around Harlech. Become a knight of Harlech castle or go on a beach clean... even a little wine tasting... the choice is yours
November Events
Maes Y Neuadd
22nd November
£70 per person
7pm start
Festive Feast Night
Get ready for a night of delicious festive Indian fusion food, with complementary wine pairing and great company at our Festive Feast Night!
Come join us for a night of delicious food and holiday cheer at Maes y Neuadd! Indulge in a scrumptious feast prepared by our friends at Flavorfog while enjoying the festive atmosphere and complimentary wine pairing. This event promises to be a memorable evening filled with laughter, good company, and of course, amazing food. Don't miss out on this opportunity to kick off the holiday season in style!
Maes Y Neuadd
23rd November
£65 per person
11am start
Christmas Wreath Workshop
Enjoy some warming mulled wine on arrival while watching the demonstration from Ty Blodau Florist . Everyone will start with the same base but are then free to let their creativity take over and design their own beautiful Christmas Wreath. Hot & Cold drinks will be available with festive treats throughout.
Maes Y Neuadd
24th November
£29 - £35
per person
1pm - 4pm
Festive Afternoon Tea
Welcome to the Festive Afternoon Tea event at Maes y Neuadd! Indulge in a delightful afternoon filled with delicious treats, beverages - including champagne - and festive decorations. Join us for a cozy gathering where you can enjoy a selection of savoury goodies, and an assortment of sweet treats. Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit in the charming setting of Maes y Neuadd. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to relax and enjoy the festive season with friends and family!
Choose a 2 hour window for your afternoon tea, between 1pm-5pm.
High St Harlech
30th Nov
5.30pm
Light Up Harlech & Late Night Shopping - 30th Nov
Join us for an evening of festive fun. Join our candlelit parade led by Santa from the castle at 5.30pm. Buy handmade gifts from local craft stalls and late night shopping on the High St until 7pm
Craft Fair in St Tanwg's Church from 1pm
Creative gifts and cards workshops in St Tanwg's Church 2 - 4pm
December Events
Llanfair Slate Caverns
7th & 8th
December
9.30 - 4pm
Entry £5
Christmas Fair & Santa's Grotto
Visit us on the 7th & 8th December for our annual underground Christmas Fair. Wander through the caverns and choose some amazing presents from a range local suppliers offering a wide range of unique gifts and the best of Welsh Food & Drink. Join in with Christmas carols, mulled wine plus entry includes a festive mince pie!
Santa's grotto must be booked in advance - come and have as chat with santa recieve a free gift plus a a slate decoration!
Get Ready for 2025 - Events
May Events
Harlech Castle
TBC
Plantagenet's at Castell Harlech
The thrilling tournament of fully armoured knights in battle, horse and warfare, a demonstration of horse and accoutrements, the precision archery displays, graceful dances and accomplished musicians all providing a non-stop tour of medieval life inside Castell Harlech.
LLanfair Slate Caverns
TBC
Hwyl hanner tymor/ Half term fun!
Learn about the skill of slate splitting and dressing, slate decorating and other arts and crafts for the children, take part in a cheese hunt and receive a prize, listen to the cornett being played. Enjoy a discounted entry ticket to the Farm park following your visit.
June Events
No Events Listed yet in June 2025 but check back soon
July Events
Harlech Castle
TBC
Wanted: children to train as loyal knights of Castell Harlech!
Do you have what it takes to be a successful knight? Full training given; report to Castell Harlech.
Every Tuesday during the school holidays.
Barmouth Beach
TBC
Kite Festival
Barmouth Kite Festival (6th & 7th July) is flying in support of the Lifeboat Institute this year and they will be giving water safety information out, and raising funds throughout this festival. Kite flyers from around the UK and Europe will be displaying colourful kites of all shapes and sizes on the beach by the Lifeboat Station
August Events
Harlech Castle
TBC
Bank holiday fun with the Ardudwy Knights!
What was it like to live in Castell Harlech in the 13th Century?
Step back in time and watch the Ardudwy knights: with weaponry demonstrations and combat displays.
You do not need to book tickets for this event.
September Events
Harlech Castle
TBC
Harlech Castle - Open Doors Tours. Free Entry
Join guide, Siân Roberts, and discover the stories behind the stones of Harlech Castle. Travel in time from the days before the building to the 21st century, and find out who and what have made this castle so famous and so worthy of being part of a World Heritage site.
Tours will be at 11am, 1pm and 3pm.