Young Performers Wanted for Eisteddfod y Felinheli 2026
Young performers across Wales are invited to compete at Eisteddfod y Felinheli 2026 on February 7. A perfect warm-up for the Urdd National Eisteddfod on Anglesey. Apply now!
Young performers across Wales are invited to compete at Eisteddfod y Felinheli 2026 on February 7. A perfect warm-up for the Urdd National Eisteddfod on Anglesey. Apply now!
Join award-winning explorer Charlie Walker and acclaimed Scottish quartet RANT for an unforgettable evening of adventure and music at The Hub in Lichfield. Tickets £18.
A new Essex project connecting West African costume traditions with local communities receives £224,010 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Explore exhibitions, workshops, and a digital archive.
Neil Johnson, 47, will attempt to break the world record for the fastest half marathon in wellington boots at the 2026 ABP Newport Marathon Festival to raise funds for the Farm Community Network.
A new Welsh-language website, PererinYsgolion, helps pupils explore Christian pilgrimage and local heritage through a fictional guide. Discover how it connects faith, language, and landscape.
Birmingham Light Festival returns 12-15 Feb 2026 with spectacular illuminated artworks and events. Discover the full programme for the city's dazzling winter celebration.
A powerful opera commemorating the 1934 Gresford colliery disaster, which killed 266 miners, is touring Wales. Featuring a chorus member whose father survived, it aims to ensure the tragedy is never forgotten. Book tickets now.
Slater Heelis Solicitors is the new main sponsor for Storyhouse Queer 2026, Chester's annual LGBTQIA+ festival. The partnership will fund free events and legal clinics. Discover the full programme.
The UK government has launched a search for the first-ever UK Town of Culture 2028. Find out which West Midlands towns are top contenders for the £3 million prize.
The Birmingham Light Festival returns from Feb 12-15, 2026 with free firefly fields, Bullring fire performances & a giant disco ball. Discover the full map of illuminated artworks.
The free Ramsbottom Come Together Festival is back from 6-8 Feb 2026 with music, art & community spirit. Discover local talent, volunteer, or reserve free tickets.
Bristol councillors will decide on a bid to become UK City of Culture 2029, aiming to use culture to tackle inequality and boost the local economy. A decision is due on 20 January.
Discover Jules Verne's five top escorted tours for 2026, featuring Egypt, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Uzbekistan & India. Book now for cultural depth and expert planning.
Chris Roberts, a church musician and former councillor in Conwy, receives the British Empire Medal for his five decades of dedication to young people, charity, and music, including founding the Conwy Classical Music Festival.
World-renowned pianist Llŷr Williams performs a poignant new work at Bangor Music Festival, bringing to life the story of Belgian refugees who found sanctuary in Wales during WWI.
The Birmingham Light Festival returns from 12 February 2026, transforming the city with free illuminated artworks. Discover the glowing installations brightening up dark winter nights.
The Hackney Academy is back, offering 50 locals free training & entry to the sold-out 2026 Hackney Half Marathon. Applications close Jan 14. Apply now!
Discover 12 fantastic free events and activities in Birmingham for 2026. From light festivals to heritage weeks, enjoy the city without spending a penny. Plan your year now!
FOMO Connect 2025, a community arts programme for the UK's Malayali diaspora, concluded in Derby. Explore how music, storytelling, and food fostered connection and cultural identity.
Explore Lapworth, a peaceful Warwickshire village with historic canals, National Trust houses, and a famous Scarecrow Festival. Perfect for a 2026 winter visit.
Explore Chicago through the lens of its iconic film legacy, from Ferris Bueller's haunts to secret magic lounges. Discover why this underestimated city deserves a top spot on your travel list.
Community groups and businesses are invited to join the Lincolnshire Wolds Outdoor Festival from 16-31 May 2026. Showcase your services and promote wellbeing in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Liverpool's biggest book festival is back on 8 March 2026 at Box Park. Meet 60+ authors, enjoy live music, street food & kids' activities. Standard tickets £17.50. Book now!
The Treasury will insure the historic Bayeux Tapestry for £800m during its UK loan. Discover how the Government Indemnity Scheme makes this cultural exchange possible.
From Ebor Studio's youth project for 16-21 year olds to The Curtain Theatre's latest play, discover the vibrant arts and culture events happening in Rochdale. Find out dates and how to get involved.
Malvern Theatres is set for a landmark £20 million redevelopment in 2026, funded by the government's Levelling Up Fund. The project will deliver a new studio theatre, improved accessibility, and a community amphitheatre. Read more about this exciting cult
Discover seven magical Christmas ice rinks in Birmingham and nearby castles. Find dates, prices, and tips for the best festive skating experience in the West Midlands.
Birmingham's Edgbaston Cricket Ground will host Vegfest Free, the UK's largest free vegan festival, on 25 April 2026. Featuring 170 stalls, live music, and talks, it's a major event for the plant-based community.
New figures reveal a 0.4% year-on-year drop in Welsh retail footfall for November, with Cardiff among the hardest-hit UK cities. Retailers now pin hopes on a December surge.
The biannual Heath Bookshop Literature and Music Festival returns to Kings Heath, Birmingham, 15-19 April 2026. Featuring Max Porter, Mike Joyce, and new commissions. Book tickets now!