Discover events, festivals, markets and things to do in Wales' oldest town. From live music and community gatherings to seasonal celebrations, there's always something happening in Carmarthen.
Showcasing dairy animals from across Wales and the borders, the event features small and large businesses promoting all aspects of the Welsh dairy industry. https://www.unitedcounties.org/event/welsh-dairy-show-2026/
A frighteningly good night of graveyard smash hits! As darkness falls across the land , join our amazing cast and live band. With stunning stage visuals and state - of - the - art production, bringing to life an amazing crescendo of all things Halloween... with a twist! Arrive dressed to impress - with a prize for the winner, as we settle in for The Music of the Night , in this brand - new concert Thriller, that’s just out of this world! From the producers of Step Into Christmas, this atmospheric show brings back to life some of the greatest spooky hits ever in one electrifying production. With songs including - Monster Mash , Highway to Hell , The Time Warp , Running Up That Hill , Hungry like the Wolf , Maneater, Bat out of Hell, It's a Kind of Magic, She Wolf , and of course Thriller! There will be singing, laughter and maybe some Dancing in the Moonlight , as we celebrate the magic of Halloween, for one night only! Get your tickets now, they’ll be gone in a flash!
Two-Day Wallpaper Printing Workshop (For Adults) Using Lino Block, Stencil, and Screen Printing Techniques Justyna Medon (@addicted_to_patterns): Printmaker, Textile Designer, Wallpaper Maker & Conservator Saturday & Sunday 24 – 25 October 2026 10:00 – 16:00 £185 (including refreshments, lunch, and all materials) This practical two-day workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of hand-printed wallpaper design using lino blocks, paper stencils, and silk screens. The course combines accessible entry-level techniques with professional studio processes, enabling participants to design and print custom wallpaper panels inspired by pattern and surface design. Participants will develop their own motifs, learn how repeat patterns work, and create a unique printed wallpaper panel to take home. Participants will: - Understand how repeat patterns work in wallpaper design. - Create their own lino block and paper stencils. - Learn how to print using lino blocks and screen printing. - Gain confidence in mixing colors, registration, and layering techniques. - Leave with a collection of printed samples and a final wallpaper panel. Workshop Focus: - Developing motifs and simple patterns through sketching and collage. - Learning lino cutting techniques and using tools safely. - Creating paper stencils for screen printing. - Combining lino and screen processes to build layered designs. - Printing a final wallpaper panel using hand-crafted blocks and stencils. The workshop is suitable for beginners and those with some printing experience. Booking is essential. Book here: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLJ78H8NHQB5Q/checkout/YUKR2BQMO3OF7VLKIESPWG6S
This is a book launch to promote TRACES OF ALYS - a new psychological thriller by local Carmarthen writer @sarahreynolds_writer. The evening will include readings from the novel, an interview with the author, plus a Q and A with the audience. There will be an opportunity to buy the novel and have it signed by the author. TRACES OF ALYS is a tense psychological thriller with a twist in the tale. One daughter is lost, another found. Between them lies a mystery twenty years in the making... In 1995, 15-year-old Emma sends her family a bunch of flowers and disappears. Her best friend Kate blames herself. The same night in west Wales, Idris and his son find a crashed car, a teenage girl and a man trying to kill her. The girl can’t remember who she is. Their neighbour says it’s her missing daughter, Alys, finally home, and takes her in. Twenty years later, a body is found during renovations at a local park where Emma was last seen. Kate believes that she has, at last, found the end of Emma’s story; instead, it is only the beginning, as finally secrets will have to be faced. If you love psychological thrillers with unforgettable twists, this one is for you. #PsychologicalThriller #WelshThrillers #WelshLiterature #Thrillers #CrimeNovels
Dates and times: 29th, 30th, 31st October at 16:00 and 18:15. https://gwili-railway.co.uk/train-rides/lights-of-the-valley-train/ Enjoy the delights of a steam train in bright, colourful lights this Autumn Half Term. Expect to see our vintage steam trains adorned with sparkling neon lights as it steams through South West Wales. Step on-board for a special journey filled with lots of opportunities for photographs and social media posts. There will be some spooky goings-on too for those who enjoy a little suspense but these elements of the experience can be avoided if you prefer the simplicity of a beautifully-lit train ride. As you board, children will receive a biscuit, juice and an activity booklet. There are multiple options for seating on-board. Open seat tickets are flexible around tables for four (groups of two people may share) or private 1950s compartments can be booked for an extra-special experience. We will be offering a full bar service on the train throughout your journey with real ales, premium lagers & ciders, wines, spirits and soft drinks available for you to enjoy at your seat. There are also hot food options during the trip. Please arrive no less than 30 minutes before your booked departure time. Note – Dogs are not able to attend on these dates.
Join us this year for a witch hunt. Can you locate all the witches hidden in the store windows. Find them all and we will reward you with a goodie bag. This is a FREE event. You are welcome to come in fancy dress and if you dress to impress you may well win a prize
We Will Rock You - Presented by CAOS (Carmarthen Amateur Operatic Society) 29 Oct, 19:30, 30 Oct, 19:30, 31 Oct, 14:30 Get ready to rock as CAOS brings the electrifying musical We Will Rock You to the stage. Featuring more than 20 of Queen’s greatest hits, this high-energy production follows a group of young rebels fighting to bring back individuality, creativity, and live music in a world where conformity rules. Packed with unforgettable songs, spectacular performances, and plenty of laughs, We Will Rock You is a celebration of the power of music and the enduring legacy of Queen. Don't stop us now! Amateur production Occasional strong language plus strobe/flashing lights
Join Frenz for our first Carmarthen pickleball session. Whether you've never held a paddle or already enjoy a game, you'll find a friendly, inclusive welcome. We'll help new players get started at their own pace. Our Confidence Compass approach puts confidence first, so you can enjoy movement, good rallies and meeting people without pressure. Play is £5 for two hours, including equipment. Frenz annual membership is 50p. This is the first Tuesday morning session at UWTSD Carmarthen. Please tell us you're interested using the form below so we can follow up with joining details. Registering interest is not a booking or Frenz membership application. Expression of interest: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScpcpITTMjdydnGuE1TCRZ1uueQ6JE_E6R2TzMklXp6UXYhUg/viewform?usp=publish-editor Questions: frenzpickleball@gmail.com
Gates open 4:30pm Junior Display at 7pm. Main display at 8pm Hot food & refreshments Fun fair and much more Under 5s go free
5 Nov, 10:00, 5 Nov, 12:30, 6 Nov, 10:00, 6 Nov, 12:30 Gwion bach is a mischievous, curious boy… and he can’t stop asking questions! When he is given the job of stirring Ceridwen’s magical cauldron, he gives it his all—but it only takes one small mistake to change everything. When three drops of magic end up in the wrong mouth, a wild chase begins—featuring a powerful witch, a self-important sister, a scruffy brother, and an assistant dreaming of escape! ✨ Full of humour, magic and chaos ✨ Colourful characters and funny stories ✨ Perfect for the whole family Can one mistake change everyone’s destiny? Whatever the outcome, the journey is full of danger… but even more laughter! And it proves once again that a good heart is far more valuable than a selfie face. 🎄 Join us this Christmas for an unforgettable adventure with Gwion and his colourful crew! Age: 5+ Welsh language show. 1 hour 15 minutes (no interval) The show contains strobe lighting
Gather in Guildhall Square at 9:15am where the parade will march to St Peter's Church for a service at 10:00am. This will be followed by a wreath laying ceremony at the County War Memorial in Priory Street. The parade will then march back to Guildhall Square.
Entertainment and Christmas lights switch on in Carmarthen - more details to follow.
10am on the 21st and 5pm on the 22nd of November Celebrate the season at our Autumn Food, Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy our local farmers market and a range of craft stalls, and take home seasonal treats and homemade goodies.
Join us for a jolly good time at our Mini Athletics Fun Run with Santa - A festive event filled with laughter, running and plenty of fun! Book via Eventbrite Experience Christmas in a whole new way….a Santa Fun Run for children and their families! Lace up your running shoes and spread some holiday cheer as you run around the athletics track collecting stickers for completed laps! The one-hour experience includes: Santa’s Guard of Honour – Cheer as Santa makes his grand entrance onto the track!! Wake Up Santa Warm-Up – Santa’s fallen asleep! Help us wake him up with a fun festive warm-up The Fun Run – Run, jog, or walk around the track for 20 minutes. Each lap completed earns you a sticker on your running card (400m per lap). Try to beat your total next year! Santa’s Medal Presentation – Receive your Santa Fun Run medal from the big man himself and celebrate your achievement. Photo Opportunity – A photo with Santa and your medal! A fantastic, feel-good event combining running, family, and Christmas … perfect for kicking off the festive season! The event will last for 60 mins. NOTE - all children under the age of 6yrs old will need an adult to accompany them on the track.
Carols in Carmarthen Park bandstand with Rev Beti Wyn James and special guests including Cor Meibion Caerfyrddin. A warm welcome to all.
Weekend long health and well-being festival, raising funds for the Carmarthen Breakthrough Charity. Tickets available on the gate, cash only. This is a wristband event.
Trains depart between 10am – 6pm on the following days. Sat 12th, Sun 13th, Sat 19th, Sun 20th, Mon 21st, and Tues 22nd. Welcome aboard a scenic steam train trip with Santa. Join us and take a ride through the beautiful South Wales countryside on board 1950s carriages. Our steam train departs from Abergwili Jct station. All children aged under 12 receive a steam train plush present from Santa, and all groups meet this magical man for photographs and special memories! Please see our website for times, fares, info, and availability https://gwili-railway.co.uk/ Why not come for a special, multi-coloured evening journey? Our brightly illuminated trains with Santa on board operate at 4pm & 6pm
Trains run Tue 29th, Wed 30th & Thu 31st Dec. Departing at 4pm & 6pm Enjoy the delights of a steam train in bright, colourful lights this December. Our vintage steam trains will be adorned with sparkling neon lights as they steam away from Abergwili Jct station. Step on board for a magical journey filled with lots of opportunities for photographs and social media posts. Children receive an activity book and juice for the journey. Please see Gwili Railway website for fares, seat options, availability, and more information. https://gwili-railway.co.uk/
There's also a Love Carmarthen mobile phone app, available for both Android and Apple iOS, which lists all the latest events happening in and around the town.
