Events

Events in Hay and the local area.

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In the centre of Hay every Thursday, about 40 traders bring the best local produce, street food, crafts and flea to the streets of Hay.

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Hay Castle

Opened in May 2022 for the first time in its 900-year history, and used for private and community events, exhibitions, music, performing arts, and cultural activities.

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Winter Weekend 2024

Hay Festival Winter Weekend brings people together for a year-end wonderland of events, 28 November - 1 December, in multiple venues across Hay-on-Wye, Wales.

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2024 Events

Riverside Walk (Hay) parkrun

2nd November to 28th December

Riverside Walk parkrun is a FREE weekly 5k event. Saturdays at 9:00am under Wye Bridge. For all the local community, regardless of age or gender, to come together to enjoy the outdoors and get physically active. Run, jog, walk and volunteer – this event is truly open to all and it really is FREE!

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Josienne Clarke

23rd November

Indie-folk singer, songwriter, guitarist and producer Josienne Clarke is often said to draw on traditional British folk inspirations, but is a thoroughly modern, multifaceted artist who follows her own compass.

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Hay Festival Winter Weekend

28th November to 1st December

Hay Festival Winter Weekend 2024 brings writers and readers together, 28 November–1 December, in a year-end wonderland of ideas and creativity. Enjoy four days of inspiration and wonder with 60 events planned across our booktown. The full programme is now available.

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Hay Winter Weekend Market

30th November to 1st December

Saturday 30 Nov & Sunday 1 Dec 10am-4pm Memorial Square, Hay-on-Wye On the occasion of Hay Festival's Winter Weekend at Hay Castle, the square will play host to a special two-day market. Featuring over 40 artisan producers and local makers, complimented by tasty street food and craft breweries.

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The Globe Christmas Craft Fair

1st December

Discover unique, handmade gifts, seasonal treats, and support local artisans in the lead-up to the holidays, across 3 Sundays at The Globe.

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Soul Choir

5th December

We’re thrilled to welcome back Soul Choir to The Globe—an award-winning community choir known for their incredible performances of Gospel, Soul, Motown, and Pop. This lively and energetic group is guaranteed to get you on your feet.

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Roving Crows

7th December

Roving Crows are an Irish Folk Rock band based in Herefordshire & Worcestershire. The Crows are a MUST SEE live act; a mix of fiery fiddle playing and conscious lyrics alongside driving drums and bass.

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The Globe Christmas Craft Fair

8th December

Discover unique, handmade gifts, seasonal treats, and support local artisans in the lead-up to the holidays. It's the perfect opportunity to find one-of-a-kind presents while enjoying the festive atmosphere, across 3 Sundays.

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Hay Christmas Fayre

14th December

Hay Christmas Fayre Saturday 14 Dec 10am-4pm Memorial Square, Hay-on-Wye Over 100 traders bring Christmas to the Square and streets of Hay and Hay Castle this December. With festive gifts, street food, mulled wine, carol singing, treasure hunt and more!

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Hay Music: The Choir of King's College London

14th December

A Grand Christmas Concert with one of Britain’s great university choirs: music for the Christmas Season by Tavener, Rachmaninoff, Poulenc, Beamish, Aleotti, MacMillan, Cornelius and more.

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The Globe Christmas Craft Fair

15th December

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