What's On in Wales
Find your next challenge. From trail races and triathlons to outdoor festivals and workshops.
july
The PIGUM 2026
Ultra Running event in Gateway to Wales.
The PIGUM HALF 2026
Trail Running event in Gateway to Wales.
Porthcawl 10K 2026
The Brecon Carreg Porthcawl 10K is an exciting race in the seaside town known for its surf, sports and coastal walks.
Black Diamond Yr Wyddfa | Snowdon24 2026
Ultra Running event in Llanberis.
Black Mountains Ultras
High summer ultra in the mountains. Long days on the trail.
Trail 10K Eryri 2026
Trail Running event in Llanberis.
Snowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri 2026
Your chance to take on one of the UK’s most demanding and spectacular trail races, set deep in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, offering a true mountain challenge.
Gower Peninsula Ultra Challenge
A new Ultra Challenge for this year, set on the stunning Gower Peninsula – the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and famous for its golden beaches.
Rabbit Run Wales 2026
Trail Running event in Merthyr Mawr.
The Big Welsh Bike Ride for Tŷ Hafan
Embark on an unforgettable cycling adventure with Tŷ Hafan. The two-day ride stretches from Aberystwyth to Cardiff, or join for one day from Brecon to Cardiff.
Ooops I Ran It Again | Wales
Who hasn't completed a race, sworn they will never run again and then booked onto another one the following day?!
Ultra X Wales
Nestled in the hills of the Brecon Beacons, run or walk through wild hills on marked, rugged trails, with big views and remote landscapes in a supportive, adventure-focused trail running experience.
Snowman Triathlon
Known as the toughest triathlon in the UK. Swim in Llyn Mymbyr, bike through Snowdonia, and run up Moel Siabod.
august
Pembrokeshire County Show
Wales' largest three-day agricultural county show. Features livestock, showjumping, food halls, and family entertainment.
Moel Famau 12 & 24hr Challenge
This challenge involves a beautiful 7.2km loop being used, which will test you with it's 500m of ascent each time, with competitors completing as many laps of this as possible in 12 or 24 hours.
SkyRun Eryri
Wales' only weekend of skyrunning! Back with a vengeance for its fifth edition and now featuring four races!
Beast of Llangattock
Technical trails above Crickhowell. Rocky and steep.
Tour de Môn
Boasting possibly the most beautiful coastline in the whole of the UK, this cycle sportive takes you around the beautiful island of Anglesey. Clubs, families, charity riders - all are welcome.
september
Narberth Food Festival
A friendly food festival in the Pembrokeshire market town of Narberth. Features stalls, street food, live music, and chef demonstrations.
Ring O' Fire
A coastal ultra which takes runners on an extraordinary journey around the Isle of Anglesey, North Wales. The epic foot race is staged over 3 days and follows the rugged Anglesey Coastal Path.
Man vs Mountain
Adventure Race event.
The RIDUM 2026
Ultra Running event in Rhymney Valley.
The RIDUM HALF 2026
Trail Running event in Rhymney Valley.
CDF 10K 2026
Running event in Cardiff.
Triathlon Y Bala
Start with a water swim in beautiful Llyn Tegid against a mountain backdrop, then push through scenic bike and run routes on fully closed roads around Bala, North Wales.
Beaumaris Run Fest Weekend
Building on the success of the previous 5 events, the weekend will incorporate races for children and the fantastic Coast 2 Castle 10k and half marathon for adults.
IRONKIDS Wales
IRONKIDS Wales is a junior triathlon giving kids aged 3-14 the chance to experience the thrill of triathlon in a safe, supportive environment. It's all about participation and fun, with a focus on finishing rather than racing to win, letting kids feel like true IRONMAN athletes.
Saundersfoot Swim
Swimming event in Saundersfoot Harbour.
Abergavenny Food Festival
The 'Glastonbury of Food Festivals', attracting top chefs, food writers, and over 30,000 visitors to the market town of Abergavenny. Features masterclasses, street food, and producer markets.
Trails & Tarmac Summer BYU
Ultra Running event in Brecon Beacons.
Pedal Wye Valley
Epic climbs, stunning views, pedal with purpose. Choose your distance and take in the breathtaking scenery as you cycle through the beautiful Wye Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Mumbles Aquabike
Aquabike event in Mumbles.
Mumbles Duathlon
Duathlon event in Mumbles.
Mumbles Swim
Swimming event in Mumbles.
Mumbles Triathlon
Triathlon event in Mumbles.
Pembrokeshire Half Marathon & 10K
The 10K and Half Marathon both start and finish in the beautiful village of Dale and are run on undulating quiet country lanes with spectacular views from St Ann's Head and featuring two lighthouses!
october
Welsh Gravity Enduro Series
Enduro race series across Wales
Cardiff Half Junior
An iconic road race around Wales' capital offering a flat course from the castle to the marina and over the Cardiff Bay barrage!
Bangor City 10K & Half Marathon
This race starts and finishes in the city centre and goes out to the coastline and along the Garth Pier over the Menai Straits taking in views of Anglesey,
Cardiff Half Marathon 2026
Part of SuperHalfs Series, largest in Wales
The Loop Ultra
Autumn ultra challenge. Experience the Beacons in autumn.
Loggerheads Autumn Trails
Dash through vibrant autumn woodlands and rugged trails, conquering scenic hills and winding paths. xperience the thrill, camaraderie, and natural beauty of Loggerheads’ unforgettable trail challenge.
Abergele 5K & 10K
A fantastic flat fast route.
Moel Famau Halloween 'Piece of String' Night Race
A great chance to stretch your legs at Halloween with the 'Piece of String' - at night! You will not know the distance until the event unfolds...
november
Anglesey Trail Half Marathon
A stunning trail half marathon weaving through the diverse landscapes of Newborough Forest and along the iconic Anglesey coastline. Expect sandy trails, woodland paths, and breathtaking views of Llanddwyn Island. It's a proper challenge, but with a friendly, supportive atmosphere that celebrates personal achievement over cutthroat competition.
Trails & Tarmac 12 hour BYU
Ultra Running event in Brecon Beacons.
Conwy Half Marathon
A classic road half marathon circling the historic walled town of Conwy, North Wales. Expect stunning views of Conwy Castle, the estuary, and Snowdonia mountains, alongside a supportive, community-focused atmosphere.
Royal Welsh Winter Fair
Traditional agricultural show showcasing livestock, rural crafts, and family entertainment.
december
Alyn Waters Winter Trails | 5K & 10K
Alyn Waters is a great place for trail running! The country park is accessible, the paths easy to follow and with a variety of terrain, and with a few ups and downs to make you really earn your medal!
Secret Santa Series
Fun end of season trail run. Fancy dress encouraged.
Sea 2 Summit | Offa's Dyke Half/Full/Ultra
Starting at Prestatyn seafront, the National Trail waymarkers take you up into the hills south, with the scenery and terrain becoming more and more beautiful and challenging as you go!
Moel Famau Festive 'Piece of String' Race
A great chance to stretch your legs with this event on the last Saturday before Christmas, with a Canicross race going off before the main pack.
The Snow Globe Gallop Bobble Hat Run - Wales
Come and join in for the Christmas Carol Bobble Hat Run in the picturesque Dare Valley in Wales! At this event you can earn yourself a running buff as well as one of the incredible themed medals!!
Date To Be Confirmed
Aberystwyth Arts Centre Summer Season
A celebration of visual and performing arts in Aberystwyth, featuring exhibitions and workshops.
Between The Trees
A festival of nature, science, and music held in a 100-acre woodland at Merthyr Mawr. Focuses on indie-folk music and connecting with nature.
Llandrindod Wells Victorian Festival
Annual cultural event held in Wales.
National Eisteddfod of Wales
Wales' premier cultural festival and one of Europe's largest travelling festivals. Celebrating Welsh music, literature, and performance entirely in the Welsh language (with translation available). 2026 location: Llantwd, Pembrokeshire.
World Alternate Games
A quirky Olympics featuring Bog Snorkelling, Man vs Horse, and other unusual sports in Llanwrtyd Wells.
The Wales Swimrun
A challenging swimrun event along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. Full and Sprint distances available.
Elvis Festival Porthcawl
The largest Elvis festival in Europe. Thousands of Elvis fans and tribute artists descend on the seaside town of Porthcawl for a weekend of rock 'n' roll.
Saundersfoot Triathlon
A sprint triathlon in the popular seaside village of Saundersfoot. Swim in the bay, bike the local hills, and run through the tunnels.
Saundersfoot Swim
Open water swim event in Saundersfoot Bay. 1.9km and 950m distances.
Mumbles Swim
Swim event alongside the Mumbles Triathlon. 750m and 1500m options.
Mumbles Triathlon
Olympic and Sprint distance triathlon starting in Mumbles. Swim in the bay, bike on Gower roads, and run along the seafront.
Swn Festival
Award-winning multi-venue music festival in Cardiff, focused on new music and emerging artists from Wales and beyond.
Whitesands New Year's Day Swim
A refreshing start to the year with a dip at Whitesands Bay, St Davids.
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