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Electra/Persona

Sep 21 - Oct 10, 2026 London

Ongoing

Electra/Persona is a world premiere theatrical production running at the Lyttelton Theatre within London's National Theatre through October 10, 2026. Starring Cate Blanchett and Nina Hoss, the play is a psychological fusion...

Theatre Drama +5

Aberfan Disaster 60th Anniversary Commemorations

Sep 5 - Nov 1, 2026 Merthyr Tydfil

Ongoing

The Aberfan Disaster 60th Anniversary Commemorations consist of a series of events marking sixty years since the tragedy. Held across Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff, the commemorations include photo exhibitions, film screenings, musical...

Heritage Commemoration +7

Walk in the Footsteps of Saint David

Sep 11 - Oct 23, 2026 St Davids

Ongoing

A three-mile conducted circular walk titled "In the Footsteps of Saint David" takes place every Friday from St Davids Cathedral to St Non's Chapel, concluding on October 23.

Heritage Event Walk +3

Heritage Open Days Festival

Sep 9-30, 2026 Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside

Ongoing

The Heritage Open Days Festival, held in Tameside from September 9 to 30, celebrates the area's rich history and heritage, with a focus on transport. The festival encompasses exhibitions, archaeological displays, and...

Heritage History +6

Woven Through Time exhibition

Sep 1 - Nov 1, 2026 Cornwall, England

Ongoing

The Woven Through Time exhibition at Cotehele, Cornwall, showcases the property's collection of tapestries and textiles. Running daily from September 1 to November 1, 2026, between 11am and 4pm, it explores creation...

Exhibition Textiles +5

Moby Dick lantern parade

Sep 9-25, 2026 Fishguard and Goodwick

Ongoing

The Moby Dick lantern parade is a two-part event in Fishguard and Goodwick, Wales, celebrating the region's connection to the literary classic. It features a talk on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, about...

Lantern Parade Parade +7

Riverdance

Aug 27 - Sep 26, 2026 Cardigan

Ongoing

Theatrical screenings of the global phenomenon Riverdance, including a documentary and behind-the-scenes footage, will be held at Mwldan in Cardigan, UK, across multiple dates in August and September 2026.

Theatrical Screening Dance +3

Bat Out of Hell – The Musical

Aug 28 - Sep 27, 2026 Cardigan

Ongoing

The West End rock musical production 'Bat Out of Hell – The Musical', featuring the iconic songs of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman, will be screened at Mwldan in Cardigan, UK, on...

Musical Screening +3

Helen Chadwick: Body and Landscape

Jul 11, 2026 - Jan 10, 2027 St Davids, Pembrokeshire

Ongoing

A major exhibition of works by the late British artist Helen Chadwick, hosted at Oriel y Parc in St Davids. The display features her innovative 'Viral Landscapes' series and the famous 'Piss...

Exhibition Contemporary Art +6

Aberdeen Comedy Festival

Sep 19 - Oct 4, 2026 Aberdeen

Ongoing

The Aberdeen Comedy Festival 2026 is an annual event spanning three weekends from September 19 to October 4. Held across various venues in Aberdeen, the festival presents a mix of high-profile headliners,...

Comedy Stand Up +4

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