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.
RNLI Coastal and Maritime Exhibition
21st March - 13th June 2021
At Tŷ Meirion Gallery, Dyffryn Ardudwy.
Mixed exhibition celebrating the coastal and maritime landscape.
This exhibition will be be helping to raise funds for the RNLI.
Fairbourne Railway Gala Weekend
29th May - 31st May 2021
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. This year Littlehampton Miniature railway's Christopher, Rhyl Miniature railway's Cagney, Windmill Farm Railway's Mountaineer, Littlehampton Miniature railway's Daisy and Windmill Farm's railtruck Gwrll will all be visiting.
Barmouth 10k Run
19th June 2021
On the same day as the Three Peaks Yacht race, whilst the boats and crews are waiting for high tide to set off, why not take a run along the famous Mawddach Estuary? Starting and finishing on Barmouth Harbour and running across the iconic Barmouth bridge this is a run not to be missed.
Three Peaks Yacht Race
19th June 2021
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.
RNLI Dog Show
2021 Dates 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!
Old Roads, Ancient Trackways Exhibition
24th June - 26th September 2021 TBC
At Tŷ Meirion Gallery, Dyffryn Ardudwy.
Mixed exhibition by a mixture of local artists and a group from Borderland Visual Arts exploring the old roads and ancient tracks of our past.
Llyn Trawsfynydd Multi Terrain Trail Race
4th July 2021
Starting at 11am by the Magnox Power Station Car Park. Raising money for South Snowdonia Search and Rescue Team, the race is around Trawsfynydd Lake, mainly using the Cycle Track. Predominately flat with one ascent at the beginning of the Race and a few gently undulating sections.
Kite Festival
Cancelled for 2021
Unfortunately cancelled for 2021, check back for 2022 dates.
RNLI "Come and Visit Us"
2021 Date TBC
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.
Merioneth Yacht Club Race Weekend
31st July & 1st August 2021
A brand new event, the long-distance race weekend. Open to all mono and multi hull sailing dinghies.
Saturday 31st - 3 back to back handicap races around the cans.
Sunday 1st - Long distance race from Barmouth to Shell Island and back.
RNLI Fun Day
2021 Date TBC
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.
Barmouth Walking Festival
11th - 20th September 2021
One of Britains biggest Walking Festivals with 38 walks over 10 days. Covering new routes and old favourites in Southern Snowdonia.
It is hoped that a scaled down version of the festival will be able to go ahead. Check the website for details.
Heart of Wales Lorry Rally
11th September 2021
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.
Llanbedr Beer Festival
17th & 18th September 2021 subject to final confirmation.
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.
Art in Nature Exhibition
7th October 2021 - 9th January 2022 TBC
At Tŷ Meirion Gallery, Dyffryn Ardudwy.
This exhibition will explore the natural elements of nature to create artwork and art created and inspired by nature in the Welsh landscape.
Barmouth Motocross Weekend
2021 Dates TBC
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
Bonfire Night
2021 date TBC
Hopefully we'll be able to hold the "end of season" bash and light the sky up again.
Three Peaks Yacht Race Copy
9th July 2022
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.