Local events

There are a number of events held regularly in and around Abergavenny throughout the year, as well as productions by local theatre groups, musical concerts and other entertainments.

• Abergavenny Steam Rally abergavennysteamrally.co.uk
  26—27 May 2013

  Steam engines from miles around congregate in Bailey Park to make a great day out. Also look out for vintage motor vehicles, farming displays and more including a full programme of arena events

• Abergavenny Festival of Cycling abergavennyfestivalofcycling.co.uk
  8—14 July 2013

  This year's festival is bigger than ever, with a full week of cycling events and races including the Iron Mountain Sportif. You'll also get a chance to see some of Wales's best cyclists in action.
  

• Abergavenny Carnival
  13 July 2013

  Carnival day is one of the highlights of the year in Abergavenny, featuring a parade of floats from local schools, businesses and other organisations which follows a route around the town and finishes in Bailey Park. The park hosts a large number of events and stalls, making this a great family day out.

• The Shire Horse Show http://www.swshs.org.uk
  27 July 2013

  These magnificent animals used to be the closest thing to a tractor that a farm possessed. A fun-filled day out with plenty of other events happening throughout the day.

• The Fun-fair
  End of May/early September

  Twice a year the fair comes to Abergavenny and takes over the Fairfield car-park. A tradition dating back centuries.

• Breakin' Out Festival http://www.breakinoutfestival.com
  7 September 2013

  Abergavenny's favourite music festival, set in Bailey Park. The line-up features Tinchy Strider, Loveable Rogues, Amelia Lily, Twist & Pulse, Goldie Looking Chain, with more acts due to be announced. Early bird tickets from £15

• The Festival of Abergavenny
  Summer

  During July and August, a programme of cultured events takes place, from Shakespeare in the grounds of the castle to open-air musical concerts in Linda Vista gardens.

• Abergavenny Food Festival http://www.abergavennyfoodfestival.com
  21—22 September 2013
  
  Food, glorious food

  Possibly Abergavenny's biggest event, the Abergavenny Food Festival attracts visitors from all over the country. A programme of culinary events are spread out across a number of venues in the town, with demonstrations from top chefs, specialist exhibitors and various entertainments. Described as the 'Glastonbury of Food Festivals' (Carole Cadwalladr, Observer Food Monthly), this festival just gets better and better. Expect to try out all kinds of food and drink samples from local and unique suppliers, and definitely expect to be taking plenty home with you!

   
• Fireworks Display
  Nov, 2013
  Belgrave Park, Abergavenny

  Abergavenny and District Round Table present a fireworks show at Belgrave park.

  For more information please visit the Round Table website

• Abergavenny Christmas Food And Drink Fair http://www.abergavennyfoodfestival.com/
  (TBC - December 2013)
  

  Following on from the success of the Abergavenny Food Festival, the Christmas Fair is full of fantastic seasonal food and drink offerings from suppliers both local and from further afield. If you're looking to find a special gift for someone, or want to stock up your cupboards with something that little bit different for Christmas, then this winter festival is the place to be.