Events in and around Barmouth
Barmouth has many annual events and festivals, the main ones are listed here but other events are organised during the year – check our Facebook page for information about What’s On during your visit. Always confirm dates/times before making travel arrangements – see individual event websites or contact the Tourist Information Centre for details.
20th October - 22nd December 2019
At Tŷ Meirion Gallery in Dyffryn Ardudwy. An autumn and winter mixed exhibition by a group of artists depicting their interpretations of the Folklore and Fairytales that surrounds us here in North Wales.
Open Tuesday & Thursday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 11:30am - 4:30pm
Late Night Shopping and Christmas Lights
5th December 2019
The town’s festive late night shopping event and turning on of the Christmas lights is an opportunity to enjoy some early festive cheer and stock up on Christmas presents from Barmouth’s many independent shops.
14th December 2019
Barmouth's first Christmas Market. Come along and support this new venture and get all your Christmas food, drink and gifts from local suppliers. On the Market Car Park.
14th December 2019
Support the South Snowdonia Search and Rescue Team by joining in with a 5k run, walk, push along the promenade. £10 for adults, £6 for children - including santa suit!!! Sigh up details on the Facebook page.
14th & 15th December 2019
Fairbourne Miniature railway has “Santa Specials” running in December. Booking is essential for this atmospheric train ride and lovely gift from Santa.
21st - 23rd December 2019
Talyllyn Railway have ‘Santa Specials’ running in December. Take a break in the run up to Christmas for a train ride and visit with Santa. Booking is essential.
1st January 2020
Work off the excess of Christmas and raise money by joining the RNLI New Year's Day swim.
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Three days of events and attractions on the Fairbourne Railway. With model trains in the tent at Barmouth Ferry station, intensive train services and visiting engines. The headline act is a visit from “Katie”, an engine which last ran at Fairbourne in 1926. It has been rebuilt and now lives at Ravenglass in the Lake District.
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From noon at the RNLI boathouse: non-stop music provided by local groups and musicians, lombola and refreshments. All raising money to support the RNLI.
13th June 2020
This has to be the most extreme way to complete the three peaks challenge - climbing the highest mountains in Wales, England and Scotland. Teams leave Barmouth on Saturday at high tide and sail to Caernarfon. Two of the team then run up Snowdon , on returning to Caernarfon, the crew sails to Whitehaven. The runners then leave the boat again for a 40 mile round trip to cycle and run to the top of Scarfell Pike. A final sailing leg takes the team to Fort William where the runners climb Ben Nevis. The race finishes when they return to Fort William, usually on Tuesday sometime. The start from Barmouth is preceded by a procession of the yachts from the harbour to the start line off shore with events, stalls and music on the quayside. There is also a 10k run across Barmouth bridge, along the estuary and back.
2020 date TBC
2pm at the boathouse. Classes for large, medium and small dogs. There will even be awards for the dog with the waggiest tail - and for the dog that looks most like its owner!
Kite Festival
5th & 6th July 2020
A colourful and spectacular display of kites and other wonderful flying creations. On the beach opposite the Lifeboat Station.
5th July 2020
Barmouth Town Council are hosting a food festival. There will be live music, stalls and children's activities. This year there will be stalls around the harbour and a "Taste Trail" to explore involving shops, restaurants and cafes throughout town. See if you can visit them all!
Have a go at the Town Treasure Hunt, join in with the crabbing competition and enjoy the live music, food and atmosphere!
The Sailor's Institute and Tŷ Gwyn Museum will be open.
11th & 12th July 2020
Come and join in the fun at the Paddlesports festival. There are two days of canoe, kayak and Celtic longboat events in the dramatic setting of the Mawddach estuary and Barmouth harbour. There will be races in various boats, demonstrations, development sessions, an opportunity to try Stand-up Paddle Boarding as well as trade stands and entertainment on the harbourside.
TBC 2020
Visit the Lifeboat Station on the prom and view the two lifeboats and the tractor, see the equipment and speak to the volunteer crew members to learn exactly what happens on a lifeboat shout.
TBC 2020
Fund raising for the RNLI this annual fun day is a popular event with stalls, tombola, games, a raffle, a BBQ and a chance to meet the crew and see the lifeboat that saves so many lives around Barmouth.
TBC 2020
Fairbourne Festival weekend will be a weekend packed with events, starting on Friday night with a quiz in the village hall. There will be a local art show and craft stalls in the village hall, with music, refreshments and games outside. There will a pet show, a festival fancy dress train, a sand castle competition, sea duck race and ‘Race the Train’. Over the three days there will be a walking treasure hunt and activities at the Bowls club.
Heart of Wales Lorry Rally
TBC 2020
Dozens of colourful, wonderfully kept, classic lorries and vintage commercial vehicles will arrive in convoy in Barmouth as part of their 240 mile run. They park in the main car park from 1pm.
TBC September 2020
This weekend of real ale (including local brews), live music and splendid Welsh hospitality is always popular. It all takes place in the picturesque village of Llanbedr on the banks of the Artro river, approximately seven miles north of Barmouth.
19th - 28th September 2020
For ten days in September over 150 people gather in Barmouth to participate in an extensive programme of walks, led by knowledgeable, local guides and ranging from short half day rambles to full day, high level hikes intended for experienced walkers. The festival programme includes over 35 graded walks, providing the opportunity to try little known routes as well as some of the most popular walks in the area. The festival also includes three evening events with food for you to meet and socialise with other walkers.
Barmouth Motocross Weekend
TBC October 2020
Motorcycles and quad bikes race on a specially prepared circuit on Barmouth’s extensive sands. The action can be viewed from the safety of the promenade. Contact Tom Arnold 07759 891 209