Events are taking place all over Wales, here is our list of the top
1. A sailor's life for us at Harbour Festival, Cardiff Bay
What is it? Cardiff Bay welcomes back the P1 Welsh Grand Prix of the Sea as part of the annual Harbour Festival. The Bay backdrop makes it an exhilarating experience for racers and spectators alike. Back on land, a whole host of comedic characters will bring Maritime mayhem to the bay. A highlight of the Cardiff Festival, expect nautical- themed street entertainers, a continental market and lots of family entertainment at Cardiff Bay Beach including an urban beach, shallow water play area and new exciting seaside rides.
When is it? August 30 and 31
How much is it going to cost me? There is no entry charge but the rides at the beach cost money
How can I find out more? www.visitcardiff.com
2. Watch the Sorcerer's Apprentice, St Donats
What is it? Family friendly outdoor production of The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, to be held on the castle lawns. Ideal for children aged five and over. It will go ahead whatever the weather.
When is it? August 31, at 3pm
How much is it going to cost me? Tickets are £12 for adults and £7.50 for children
How can I find out more? For more information, click here
3. Transport yourself back in time at Blaenavon rally
What is it? Hop aboard a vintage bus for a ride to Furnace Sidings where you will find a host of classical vehicles displayed in the arena. Don't forget the vintage steam train too.
When it is? August 30 and 31
How much is it going to cost me? Adult tickets are £9, senior £8 and child £6. A family ticket is £22.
How can I find out more? 01495 792263, or click here
4. You don't have to be mad but it helps at the Barking Mad Dog Show, Caerphilly
What is it? This is an annual fun dog show organised by animal charity Hope Rescue.
When it is? August 31, between 11am and 5pm
How much is it going to cost me? It is really reasonable prices with £1 / 50p entry for people and £1 per competition class for dogs!
How can I find out more? 01443 412248, or click here
5. Go batty and learn how Bats are Beautiful, Rhayader
What is it? It is European Bat Weekend and local animal expert Sorcha Lewis will be on hand to show you how wonderful and exciting these little mammals are during an evening walk at Elan Village.
When is it? This bat walk starts at Llannerchi Car Park SN 909639 next to Nant Gwyllt Church at 8pm on August 28.
How much is it going to cost me? Free
How can I find out more? 01597 811533
6. Go messing around at Tape Cardiff
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What is it? Last couple of days to enjoy the web installation in Cardiff's Bute Park. The impressive art installation involves self-adhesive tape wound around trees to create a giant spider’s web. You can find it at the park near the Castle Street entrance.
When is it? In place until August 31
How much is it going to cost me? It is completely free, but very popular so be prepared for a wait
How can I find out more? Visit here
7. Take on the Wild Wales Cycling Challenge, Bala
What is it? The Wild Wales Challenge is a bike ride - with a difference. Held annually, on the bank Holiday Sunday at the end of August, it attracts over 500 cyclists, young, old, and not-so-young to Bala where the event starts and finishes. It is not a race, more of a challenge ride with the route changing every year.
When is it? August 30
How can I find out more? 07534 856745
8. Watch in wonder at the North Wales Shire Horse Society, Bodelwyddan
What is it? Working horse demonstrations Professional logging demonstration Parades of horse drawn vehicles & farming implement
When is it? August 30
How much is it going to cost me? Tickets are £5/£3 and children go free
How can I find out more? 01745 585670
9. Browse around the Elan Valley Show, Rhayader
What is it? Join locals and visitors alike for an afternoon of Bank Holiday family fun and entertainment at this local agricultural show and sports. The show is held at Noyadd Farm, Elan valley NGR 955666, signposted off the Elan Valley Road.
When is it? August 31, from midday
How can I find out more? 01597 811306, click here
10. Enjoy the entertainment at the Denbigh Show
What is it? The Denbigh Show is an outdoor traditional family event held in the beautiful historic market town of Denbigh within the picturesque Vale of Clwyd. The Show offers a great variety of entertainment and brings together a whole host of local organisations in celebration of the best of the town. The Show will be filled with an interesting range of activities and displays to suit all age groups from pre-school to pensioners
When is it? August 29
How much is it going to cost me? Adults £6.50, Concessions £4.50 and Children 16 and Under Free
How can I find out more? 07968 026114, or visit here.
11. Go for a spin to the St Asaph Car & Motorbike Show
What is it? General car and motorbike show. 100s of exhibitors, trade stands, kids entertainment, refreshments. Supporting the RNLI .
When is it? August 31
How can I find out more? 07874 055330, or visit here
12. Have a mosh at the Copperfest Festival, Amlwch
What is it? Copperfest is a 3 day, free admission festival featuring the very best local Welsh and English language bands. It takes place on Amlwch, Isle of Anglesey. The festival is set a stones throw from the historical harbour of Porth Amlwch, in the North Eastern corner of Ynys Mon, under the shadow of Mynydd Parys, which was once one of the largest copper mines in the world.
When is it? August 28 to 30
How much is it going to cost me? Admission is free
How can I find out more? Call 01407 830154
13. Let's go fly a kite at this festival in Bangor
What is it? Look to the sky as Bangor University's Confucius Institute flies beautiful Chinese kites over Penrhyn Castle. There will be a fun workshop painting the kites.
When is it? August 30
How much is it going to cost me? Kites cost £4 each
How can I find out more? Call 01248 383298, or visit here
14. Look out for Peppa Pig at Llangollen
What is it? See Peppa Pig, who will be making personal appearances at various intervals throughout the day at The Station in the town. Children and parents alike can also enjoy a train ride and fun activities.
When is it? August 29, between 10am and 4pm.
How much does it cost? Advanced tickets are £15 for adults, £13 for seniors and £8 for children. A family ticket is £37
How can I find out more? 01978 860979, or visit here.
15. Learn and Make session with the Ospreys at Machynlleth
What is it? Learn more about Wales' Ospreys and make something Osprey related to take home. Ask as many Osprey related questions as you like and the team at Montgomeryshire Wildlife Trust at Cors Dyfi Nature Reserve will share their knowledge with you. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
When is it? August 29, between 1pm and 3pm
How much is it going to cost me? Free event
How can I find out more? Click here
16. Take a step back in time at the Beaumaris Medieval Festival
What is it? Step back in time this August bank holiday weekend and enjoy a range of family-friendly activities – from a jester’s japes to fighting knights! At this year’s fun-filled festival you can join a knight school, take part in a squire training session, experience a spear drill or try your hand at archery. Children will enjoy taking part in the dragon land speed record race, whilst adults and families can learn about a wide range of historic crafts, listen to a storyteller or take a guided tour.
When is it? August 29 to August 31, between 10am and 5pm each day
How much is it going to cost me? Adult tickets are £5.25, children are £3.90. Family ticket is £15.75
How can I find out more? Call 01248 810361, or visit here.
17. Look to the skies at the Rhyl Air Show
What is it? Rhyl Air Show will bring together a huge variety of Aircraft to including mlitary and commercial Aircraft. As well as the action in the air there will be static displays, food stalls and much much more to give a great day out for all the family.
When is it? August 29 and 30
How much is it going to cost me? This is a free event
How can I find out more? 01745 355068, or visit here
18. Take aim and have-a-go archery, Wrexham
What is it? Fancy yourself as a bit of a Robin Hood? Come and have a go at Chirk Castle with Bowbrook archery club - all ages and abilities welcome!
When is it? August 29
How much is it going to cost? The price is £2 for six arrows
How can I find out more? 01691 777701, or visit here
19. You don't have to run away to try circus workshops, Y Felinheli, Gwynedd
What is it? James from Syrcas Circus will be running a workshop where you can try out juggling, diablo, poi, stilt walking, uni-cycle and spinning plates. Elsewhere onsite at Greenwood Forest Park, jump aboard the worlds’ only people powered roller coaster, zoom down Wales’ longest sledge run or embark on a Jungle Boat Adventure.
When is it? It will run between 1.30pm and 3.30pm on August 31
How much is it going to cost? Entry to the park is £11.90 for adults and £11.45 for children
How can I find out more? Call 01248 670076, or visit here
20. Put a bet on the Big Family Funday Race Meeting, Chepstow
What is it? Family Fun Day race meeting with live horse racing and lots of free children's entertainment and Paddington Bear will be there at various times throughout the day. Once inside all the children's entertainment is free. There will be rugby skills playzone provided by Newport Gwent Dragons, a football skills playzone provided by Cardiff City Community & Education Foundation, a jockey’s autograph session, bouncy castles and face painters. A steel band will be supplying music during the afternoon.
When is it? August 31, with gates opening at 12.10pm and the last race will be at 5.35pm
How much is it going to cost? A family ticket is available at £29 booked in advance. That is for two adults and an unlimited number of children.
How can I find out more? Visit here
21. Are you brave enough for an Egyptian Sleepover in Wrexham?
What is it? Activity packed evening and sleepover at the Wrexham County Borough Museum. It is suitable for families with children aged seven to 11.
When is it? August 28 to August 29
How much is it going to cost? It is £10 per child and £5 per adult, and that includes breakfast.
How can I find out more? 01978 297467, or visit here.
22. Go on a bug hunt in Bangor
What is it? Get outdoors at Penrhyn Castle and hands on with wild elements. Hunt for bugs and enjoy nature games.
When is it? August 31
How much is it going to cost me? Tickets to the castle are £11.99 for adults and £6 for children. It is a National Trust site, so free to members
How can I find out more? 07749733674, or visit here
23. Dophin Watch in beautiful New Quay
What is it? Join the local warden for a dolphin survey at the Bird Rock look out, than join a 30 minute walk from New Quay along the coastal path.
When is it? Meet at Bird Rock on Saturday, August 29, for the event between 11am and 1pm
How much is it going to cost me? Free event
How can I find out more? 01545 561074
24. See an original Victorian engine in action, Caerphilly
What is it? This remarkable machinery at the Winding House in New Tredegar was used to operate the cages which transported men and coal between the surface and the mine below, in the former Elliot Colliery. The engine runs for approximately 10/15minutes.
When is it? The engine is run by volunteers on the last Saturday of each month - starting at 12 noon.
How much is it going to cost me? Entry to the Winding House is free
How can I find out more? For more information visit www.windinghouse.co.uk or call 01443 822 666.
25. Listen to the sounds of the Penarth Pier Brass Band
What is it? Choir and brass band will be performing on the pier from 12 noon to 2pm
When is it? Saturday, August 29
How much is it going to cost me? Free
How can I find out more? 01446 704737
26. Crafty Fun for Children at The Mumbles
What is it? A workshop in the ground of Oystermouth Castle for children aged three to 11.
When is it? Friday, August 28, from 11.30am to 3.30pm
How much is it going to cost me? Admission to the castle is £2.50 standard and £1.50 concessions. No extra for the workshop
How can I find out more? 01792 468321.
27. Take a safari in Oxwich Bay Seashore
What is it? Join marine biologist Judith Oakley on a 'Seashore Safari' adventure to discover the amazing hidden shore life of Gower. You will need to wear suitable clothing and footwear as you will get wet feet and the ground is uneven! No nets. Children MUST be accompanied by an adult. Ages 3+. Safaris last approx. 2.5-3 hrs.
When is it? Saturday, August 29, from 1pm. Meet at the top of the slipway opposite Oxwich Bay Hotel
How much is it going to cost me? You need to book, but the event is free
How can I find out more? 07879 837817
28. Family Fun Day in The Mumbles
What is it? Entertainment for the the whole family with storytelling, have-a-go circus skills and guided tours by the Friends of Oystermouth Castle.
When is it? Monday, August 31, from 11am to 4.30pm
How much is it going to cost me? The event is free but you have to pay £2.50/£1.50 to get into the grounds
How can I find out more? 01792 468321
29. Take a dip at the Pontypridd Lido
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What is it? The new £6.3m lido is due to officially open its doors to the public at the end of August and should stay open until the end of October. Ponty Lido, at Ynysangharad Park in Pontypridd, will also be known as the National Lido of Wales and there will be three heated outdoor pools.
When is it? The official opening is August 29
How much is it going to cost me? Nothing, as charges will not be introduced until the beginning of summer 2016
How can I find out more? The official website is www.pontypriddregeneration.co.uk.
30. Go back to the Medieval Fair at Kidwelly Castle
What is it? Something for all the family, mediaeval camp, mediaeval ale tent, delicious foods, craft stalls, card readings, face painting, modern wizardry, minstrels, choirs, live music and dancing, circus skills, workshop and displays. Have a go archery! Shoot a live knight!
When is it? Saturday, August 29, with the castle open from 9.30am and events from 11am to 9pm
How much is it going to cost me? There are free castle passes for local residents available from the Castle shop. For others it is £4 for adults and £3 for children. Family tickets are £12
How can I find out more? There is a Facebook site here.
31. Junior Farmers Day at Cwmcrwth Farm, Llandeilo
What is it? Bring your children to be Junior Farmers at this rare breed farm near Llandeilo for a half day Junior Farmers activity. Ideal for children four to 12 year olds who love getting up close to animals, getting muddy and learning about farming
When is it? Sunday, August 30
How much is it going to cost me? £20 per child and adult. Family ticket is £50 for up to three children and two adults. Snacks and drinks are included.
How can I find out more? 01558 669160
32. Fun-filled weekend at Annual Country Fair, Picton Castle
What is it? Fun-filled weekend at the castle with everything from dog shows, demonstrations and lots of stalls.
When is it? Takes place on August 29 and 30
How much is it going to cost me? Admission is £9.60 for adults and £5 for children
How can I find out more? The castle's website is www.pictoncastle.co.uk
33. Good times at the Fishguard and Goodwick Carnival
What is it? End of summer extravaganza at Lota Park, Fishguard, with talls, food, entertainment and of course the brilliant carnival procession!
When is it? August 29
How much is it going to cost me? This is a free event
How can I find out more? Visit fishguard.roundtable.co.uk
34. Pirates on Parade at Margam Park
What is it? A day of pirates, ship wrecks, whales and lots of fun. Visitors are being urged to come in fancy dress.
When is it? August 31, from 10am
How much is it going to cost me? Free parking but tickets are adults £7.50, children/ OAP £5.00, family £24.00
How can I find out more? More on the council website here
35. Don't forget to go and see Wales' newest dinosaur in Cardiff
What is it? The skeleton of a new Welsh dinosaur is on display at National Museum Cardiff and this would be the ideal weekend to see it as it leaves on September 6. The dinosaur is approximately 200 million years old, the oldest Jurassic dinosaur ever found in the UK. It belongs to the theropod group of dinosaurs and is related to Tyrannosaurus rex, although our dinosaur was walking the earth about 130 million years earlier than its more well known cousin.
When is it? The museum is open all weekend including the Bank Holiday Monday. It is normally closed on Mondays but open for Bank Holidays
How much is it going to cost me? The museum is free
How can I find out more? Plan your visit here
36. Get spooked on a St fa*gans Castle Ghost Tour
What is it? Take an evening ghost tour of this Elizabethan mansion which sits in the grounds of a Norman Castle. St fa*gans Castle is a ghostly enigma. For years staff and visitors by day have reported fleeting glimpses of the inexplicable: sounds, sightings and sensations. On the ghost tours you will walk through the building, with all its lights out, for stories of these experiences, set against tales of its very changeable fortunes over the centuries.
When is it? August 29, 8.30pm
How much is it going to cost me? Tickets cost £12.50
How can I find out more? Details are here
37. Pebble Pals at National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
What is it? Transform a plain pebble into a cute character. You can bring along your own pebble or choose one of ours.
When is it? August 28 to 31 between 12.30pm and 3.30pm every day
How much is it going to cost me? Free
How can I find out more? Click here
38. Birds of Prey at the National Botanic Garden of Wales
What is it? There is a veritable bonanza of family fun and games this bank holiday weekend at the Garden featuring a familiar formula of music, magic, balloon modelling, birds of prey and the world-famous Quack Pack. Plus the Garden looking it’s very best in its high summer finery . . . and now comes with added croquet.
When is it? The garden is open from 10am to 6pm and events place will take place on three days over the bank holiday weekend
How much is it going to cost me? Admission to the Garden is £9.75 (including Gift Aid) for adults and £4.95 for children over five. Entry is FREE for Garden members and parking is FREE for all.
How can I find out more? Call 01558 667149, email info@gardenofwales.org.uk or go to www.gardenofwales.org.uk
39. Bring out your inner Rory McIlroy at the golf in Cardiff city centre
What is it? Treetop Adventure Golf in Cardiff city centre will be hosting a series of events as part of their Treetop's Summer Adventure programme, which includes - Every Monday in school holidays they will have a face painter from 10am to 4pm. It is great fun for all the family and ideal if it is raining or you want a break from shopping.
When is it? Treetop is open every weekday from 11am-11pm, and from 10am on weekends.
How much is it going to cost me? The prices for 18 holes are as follows - £7.50 for a single player, £3.75 for children (5yrs and under), £25 for a family of 4, and £30 for a family of 5.
How can I find out more? For more, visit http://adventuregolf.com/
