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.

• The Traction Rally http://www.abergavennysteamrally.co.uk
  (24–25 May 2009)

  Steam engines from miles around congregate in Bailey Park to make a great day out.

• Abergavenny Carnival
  July

  Entertainment, parade, motorcycle displays, gymnastics and more.
  Location: Bailey Park, Park Avenue, Abergavenny

• The Shire Horse Show
  (26 July 2009, Bailey Park)

  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. For more info, please email janicereamestho@aol.com

• 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.

• 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
  (19–20 September 2009)
  
  Food, glorious food

  A programme of culinary events spread out across a number of venues in the town. Described as the 'Glastonbury of Food Festivals' (Carole Cadwalladr, Observer Food Monthly 2005)

   
• Fireworks Display
  (November)
  Belgrave Park, Abergavenny

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

  For more information please visit the Round Table website