Bank Holiday & May Half Term in North Wales

Looking for things to do this Bank Holiday weekend and into half term? North Wales has adventures for all ages!

🏰 Castles Come Alive

Men at Arms at Beaumaris Castle
Knights are taking over Beaumaris Castle for the Whit Bank Holiday weekend! Kids can train to be a knight in the Knight's School, while adults can try their hand at basic sword fighting. A brilliant day out for the whole family.

Plantagenets at Castell Harlech
Step back in time and experience medieval history at one of Wales' most iconic castles.

🌿 Family Fun & Nature Adventures

May Half Term at Chirk Castle and Garden (23-31 May)
Step into the past, present and future with fun family-friendly challenges in the garden. Have a go at den building and imagine what it was like to create a home on this incredible estate.

May Half Term at Erddig Hall and Garden (23-31 May)
Celebrate National Children's Gardening Week with hands-on craft activities and a garden quiz all about bees and butterflies. Perfect for little nature lovers!

Nature Explorers Week at GreenWood Family Park (23-29 May)
Get up close with giant snakes, curious lizards, tarantulas and tortoises in a wild week of discovery. Brilliant rides, amazing adventures and even more wild fun!

🎨 Exhibitions & Culture

Hoofing Around – An Exhibition by Sian Elen
Inspired by the Carneddau ponies and other hoofed animals, Sian's paintings capture the excitement of spotting these beautiful creatures in the vast landscapes above Llanfairfechan.

Nature Observed – An Exhibition by Pam Powell
Botanical artist Pam Powell reveals the small details in nature often overlooked, using watercolour to depict plants and leaves in perfect detail.

Nature – An Exhibition by North Wales Creative Stitchers
A beautiful exhibition of embroidery and stitch work reflecting a love of nature and conservation. Many artworks will be for sale.

🎶 Live Music & Entertainment

Echoes of Obsidian + Firefly
Power-symphonic metal from Sheffield comes to North Wales! Entry is by voluntary donation.

Nora Brown and Stephanie Coleman at Neuadd Ogwen, Bethesda
A rare and soulful live experience — Brooklyn-based banjo virtuoso Nora Brown brings traditional old-time music to North Wales, joined by award-winning fiddler Stephanie Coleman.

The Paint Club at Ormo Lounge
Fancy a creative night out? Join a relaxed painting party where a friendly artist guides you step-by-step from blank canvas to masterpiece. Everything you need is provided!

🥾 Get Outdoors

Open Climb Snowdon Day Group Walk
Join a guided full-day walk on Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) starting from Llanberis. Take the quieter Maesgwm Valley path up to meet the Ranger Path — a brilliant way to experience the mountain.

The Wildlife of Eryri by David Winnard
A celebration of the iconic and overlooked wildlife of Eryri — from windswept mountain tops to wooded valleys and rushing rivers. A must for nature lovers.

🎉 Something Different

A Wee Psychic Night in Llandudno (Friday 22nd May)
Fancy something a bit different? Head to the Imperial Hotel for a "Hello from Heaven" psychic evening. Tickets £20 from Eventbrite.

Eisteddfod yr Urdd 2026
Over 400 competitions from choirs to soloists, monologues to dance — plus exciting exhibitions and activities. A celebration of Welsh culture not to be missed!

Ready to Plan Your Visit?

👉 Find more events and plan your North Wales adventure at www.gonorthwales.co.uk/whats-on