Local Events in Powys
The towns of Hay-on-Wye and Brecon in Powys, and their surrounding areas, offer a superb range of events, from village shows to large festivals, and one-off events during all the seasons. There’s also a rich choice of regular local community events and opportunities to socialise or learn new skills.
When you place an advert in one of our magazines, your event will be listed in this section for free. If you would like your event listed, please contact us. See also our Local Events in Herefordshire listings.
During the week – April 2026
MONDAY
Hay Town Council Meeting: (1st Monday of every month). Contact 01497 808 019.
Morning Dance Class, QiGong Class, Reflexology appointments and evening Restorative Yoga Class: 8am - 9pm. Weekly at Larchwood Studio. Contact 07725 816 277.
Little Ducklings Baby and Toddler Group: (Term time only). 9.30 - 11am. Clifford Hall, Hardwicke. £1.50 per session. Contact through Facebook page.
Zero Waste Free Food: 10am. Hay Cheese Market. Contact zerowastehay@gmail.com
Bowling Buddies: (Last Monday of the month). 10.30am. Erwood Market Hall. Indoor Carpet Bowls with Alan.
Story Time for Children and Carers: 11 - 11.30am. Hay Library. Contact 01497 820 847.
MIND Drop In: 1 - 4pm. Wellbeing Centre, Brecon. Contact 07487 523 994.
Mother and Toddlers: 1.15 - 3.15pm. Trecastle Community Centre. Contact 07790 249 760.
Priory WI: (2nd Monday of the month). 2 - 4pm. Watton Chapel School Room, Brecon. 01874 622 666.
Hay Walking Group - Walking for Seniors and the Less Fit: 2.15pm. Meet below the concrete bridge in Hay. Contact 01497 821 906.
Wye Border Singers: 4.45 - 6pm. Clifford Community Centre. Contact 01497 820 650.
Energise Children’s Club: (Term time only). 5.45 - 6.45pm. Bethesda Church, Hay-on-Wye. Reception to Year Six. Contact 01497 820 685.
Ignite Youth Club: 7 - 8.30pm. Bethesda Church, Hay. School years 7-11. Contact 01497 820 685.
Brecon Town Concert Band Practice: 7 - 9pm. The Studio, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Contact 07779 390 954.
Alive and Kickin’ Community Choir: 7 - 9pm. The Muse, Brecon. £6 per session. Contact 07723 016 837.
Short-mat Bowls: 7.30 - 9.30pm. Clyro Village Hall. £2 per session. Contact 01497 820 227.
Talgarth Male Choir Rehearsal: 7.30 - 9.30pm. Talgarth Rugby Club. We always welcome new singers. Come along and have a go… no auditions! Contact 07891 282 648.
TUESDAY
Yoga Class, Mother and Baby Group, monthly groups: Daytime and evening sessions. Weekly at Larchwood Studio. Contact 07725 816 277.
Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales Conservation Work Day: Volunteer and help wildlife on our various nature reserves in South Powys, near Abergwesyn, around Brecon and Ystradgynlais. Contact 07957 292 243.
Painscastle & Rhosgoch Toddler Group: 9.30 - 11.30am. Painscastle Village Hall. Bring your own snacks, tea and coffee provided. Play and craft is £1 per child. Contact 01497 851 345.
Memory Lane Dementia Café: 10 - 12pm. Kensington Baptist Church, Brecon. Fun activities for people living with dementia and their carers. Contact 07436 799 608.
Knit ‘n Natter with Refreshments: 10.30am. Erwood Market Hall. FREE (except when it is Coffee Morning). Contact 01982 560 327.
Rob’s No Worries Yoga “Stretch & Release”: 12.15 - 1.15pm. Oak House, 12 Bulwark, Brecon. Moderate Class. £6. Book online. Contact 07748 568 402.
MIND Drop In: 1 - 4pm. Wellbeing Centre, Brecon. Contact 07487 523 994.
Welsh Conversation: 1.30pm. Hay Library. Contact 01497 820 847.
WI: (2nd Tuesday of the month). 2pm. Erwood Market Hall. Contact Jenny 01982 560 289.
Hay Hotfooters: A relaxed friendly club that supports and encourages everyone to run for health and enjoyment. Contact 07831 609 889.
Sticks & Twine: (2nd Tuesday of the month). 6pm. The Old Black Lion, Hay-on-Wye. Contact 01497 820 841.
Happy Feet Runners: 6pm. Outside job centre Brecon. We are a social running group affiliated with Brecon Athletic Club and cater for all abilities. Contact happyfeetbac@gmail.com
Brecon Bridge Club: 6.15pm for 6.30pm start. Brynich Barn, Brecon. New members / visitors welcomed. Contact 01874 622 158.
Talgarth Bowls Club: 6.30pm. Talgarth Bowling Club.
Hay Youth Club: 6.30 - 8.30pm. The Pavilion, Hay-on-Wye. Contact 07791 233 003.
Wellness Group: (1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month). 7pm. Trecastle Community Centre. Contact 07557 142 291.
Brecon Lions Club Business meeting: (2nd Tuesday of the month). 7pm. The Wellington Hotel. Any age over 18. Contact 01874 658 367.
Aberhonddu Angels WI: (2nd Tuesday of the month). 7.30pm. Back of Brecon Police Station, Bannau Brycheiniog entrance. Contact aberhondduangelswi@hotmail.com
Scottish Country Dancing: 7.30pm. Subud Hall, Canal Road, Brecon. Weekly fee of £2.50. Contact 01874 690 237 / 07833 370 410.
Hay Camera Club Meeting: 7.30pm. Cusop Village Hall. Contact admin@haycameraclub.com
Hay Youth Cafe: 8 - 9.30pm. The Pavilion. A relaxed environment for Year 10 children and above. Contact via the Facebook page.
WEDNESDAY
Yoga Classes Morning and Evening, Baby Yoga Class and an afternoon Reflexology appointments: 9.30am - 7.30pm. Weekly at Larchwood Studio. Contact 07725 816 277.
Zero Waste Free Food: 10am. Hay Cheese Market. Contact zerowastehay@gmail.com
Village Art Club: 10am - 12pm. Almeley Village Hall. Contact villageartclubs@gmail.com
Chair Pilates with Wynona: 10.30am. Erwood Market Hall. All equipment provided. £2 a class. Contact Wynona 07972 348 590.
Coffee Morning: 10.30am - 12pm. The Royston Memorial Hall, Bronllys. £2. Contact 01874 711 020.
Spirit of Clyro Pop-Up Café: (Except the last Wednesday of the month). 11am – 2pm. Serving soup, paninis, bacon rolls, and more. The Post Office visits every Wednesday 12 – 2.30pm. See www.clyrovillagehall.co.uk.
Brecknock Access Group: (3rd Wednesday of the month). 11am - 1pm. Kensington Baptist Church. Contact 01874 624 754.
Mums Social Group: (Term time only - up to 3 years). 11.15am - 1.15pm. Subud Hall, Brecon. Contact 01874 611 529.
Wednesday Lunch Club: 12 - 2pm. Brecon Volunteer Bureau, Swyddfa Gwirfoddoli Aberhonddu, Queenshead (Market) Vaults, Market Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 623 136.
HayDay Creative Cafe: (Last Wednesday of the month). 12.30 - 3pm. Clyro Village Hall. Contact 01497 822 523.
MIND Drop In: 1 - 4pm. Wellbeing Centre, Brecon. Contact 07487 523 994.
Lee Taylor Mixed Martial Arts: Teens 6pm, Adults 7pm. Kington Sports Centre. Contact info@leetaylorkarate.co.uk.
Wednesday Shanty Crew: 6 - 7pm. Brecon Volunteer Bureau, Swyddfa Gwirfoddoli Aberhonddu, Queenshead (Market) Vaults, Market Street, Brecon LD3 9AH. Contact 01874 623 136.
Rob’s No Worries Yoga “Energetic Yoga”: 6 - 7.30pm. Oak House, 12 Bulwark, Brecon. Book online. Contact 07748 568 402.
Shuffle and Roll Board Game Group: (Every 1st Wednesday of the month) 6 - 9pm. Hay Distillery, Hay-on-Wye. £3pp. Come solo or bring friends. Everyone welcome! Contact 07538 732 235.
Brecon Shanty Crew: 6.30pm. Contact 01874 690 389.
Quiz Night: (3rd Wednesday of the month). 7pm. The Old Black Lion, Hay-on-Wye. Contact 01497 820 841.
Trallong & Penpont WI: (1st Wednesday of the month). 7pm. Trallong Church Hall. Visitors always welcome. First three sessions free. Contact 07304 086 040.
UK Arthritis Meeting: (3rd Wednesday of the month). 7 - 8.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Free information, advice and support on arthritis, MSK and related conditions. Contact 08007 563 970.
Hay-on-Wye Chess Club: 7 - 9pm. The Blue Boar, Castle Street, Hay. Free. Contact 07775 833 935.
Black Mountain Lions Monthly Meeting: (1st Wednesday of the month). 7.30pm. Baskerville Hall. Contact 01497 820 227.
Brecon Singers Rehearsals: 7.30 - 9.30pm. St Mary’s Brecon. Contact breconsingers2016@gmail.com.
Open Mic Night: (2nd Wednesday of the month). 7.30 - 10.30pm. The Crown Inn, Dilwyn. Contact 01544 318 063.
THURSDAY
Yoga and Classes and Massage Appointments: Morning, afternoon and evening classes. Weekly at Larchwood Studio. Contact 07725 816 277.
Hay Market Day: 9am - 2pm. Memorial Square, Hay-on-Wye. Contact 07989 980 601.
Sparkle Tots: (Term time only). 9.30 - 11am. Bethesda Church, Hay-on-Wye. Contact 01497 820 685.
Whichcraft?: 10am - 12pm. Eardisley Village Hall. Informal group of crafters, bring your own projects. £3 per meeting. Contact 07534 223 766.
Wye Not - Chatty Crafters: 10am - 12pm. Llyswen and Boughrood Village Hall. Contact 07817 937 786 / 07778 591 767.
Probus Club of Brecon: 10.30am. Council Chamber, Guild Hall of Brecon. Coffee mornings and speakers. Contact 07792 206 675.
Brecon u3a Morning Talks: (Every Thursday). 10.30am. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Contact via www.Brecon.u3asite.uk.
Royal British Legion ‘Tea & Chat’: (3rd Thursday of the month). 11am - 2pm. 8 Market Street, Hay. Contact 07886 612 005.
Dementia Matters Powys Meeting Centre: 11.30am - 3pm. Kensington Centre, Brecon. Contact 01597 821 166.
Evergreen Chorus Community Choir Practice: 12.30 - 2pm (term time only). St. Edmund’s Church, Crickhowell. A non-auditioned community choir that welcomes all voices. Contact 07435 145 184.
Welsh Lessons with Mark: 1 - 3pm. MIND Wellbeing Centre, Brecon. Contact 07487 523 994.
MIND Drop In: 1 - 4pm. Wellbeing Centre, Brecon. Contact 07487 523 994.
Citizens Advice Afternoon Sessions: (3rd Thursday of every month). 1.30 - 3.30pm. Hay Library. Contact 03456 018 421.
Help with Computers/IT: 2 - 3pm. Hay Library. Contact 01497 820 847.
Tea and Chat: (1st and 3rd Thursday of the month). 2 - 4pm. Bethesda Church, Hay-on-Wye. Contact 01497 820 685.
Our Tiny Veg Growers Club: 5pm. Woodlands Play Park, Talgarth. Fun for children - planting, growing and learning about the environment. Contact otvtalgarth@gmail.com.
Fish Night: 5.30 - 8pm. The Strand, Talgarth. Contact 01874 711 195. See advert on page 36 (LB).
Happy Feet Runners: 6pm. Outside the Job Centre, Brecon. We are a social running group affiliated with Brecon Athletic Club. Contact happyfeetbac@gmail.com
Hay Warm Welcome - Free Community Meal: 6 - 7.30pm. Bethesda Church, Hay-on-Wye. Contact 01497 820 685.
Hay Hotfooters: 6.30pm. A relaxed friendly club that supports and encourages everyone to run for health and enjoyment. Contact 07831 609 889. See advert and article in our Health & Wellbeing feature (WL).
Short Mat Bowls: 7pm. Trallong Church Hall. £2 including equipment and refreshments. Contact 07546 070 729.
Talgarth Ladies Choir Rehearsals: 7 - 8pm. Talgarth Town Hall. Contact 01982 560 332.
Aberhonddu & District Male Voice Choir Practice: 7 - 9pm. Brynich Barn, Brecon. No audition needed. Contact breconmalechoir@gmail.com.
Monthly Charity Quiz: (1st Thursday of the month). 8pm. The Griffin Inn, Llyswen. Contact 01874 754 542.
Charity Quiz Night: 8.30pm. The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847 373.
FRIDAY
Yoga Classes and Reflexology appointments and monthly Free Movement or Candlelight Class: Daytime and evening. Weekly at Larchwood Studio. Contact 07725 816 277.
Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 9.15 - 10.15am. Oak House, 12 Bulwark, Brecon. Gentle Class £6. Book online. Contact 07748 568 402.
Brecknock Art Society Meeting: 9.30am - 12.30pm. Informal meeting for painting, coffee and chat. Contact 01874 665 409.
Dance Fitness: 10am. Erwood Market Hall. £5 per session. Classes restart on 17th April. Contact Carolyn 01982 560 823.
Zero Waste Free Food: 10am. Hay Cheese Market. Contact zerowastehay@gmail.com
Brecon Walking Group: 10 - 11am. We enjoy a coffee and a chat after. All abilities are welcome. Contact mpb.healthandfitness@hotmail.co.uk
Breastfeeding Support: 10.30am - 12pm. St Mary’s Church Cafe, Brecon. Friendly, caring and evidence based breastfeeding and parental support. Contact BBIBS@hotmail.co.uk
Friday Coffee Morning: 11 - 1pm. Brecon Volunteer Bureau, Swyddfa Gwirfoddoli Aberhonddu, Queenshead (Market) Vaults, Market Street, Brecon LD3 9AH. Contact 01874 623 136.
MIND Drop In: 1 - 4pm. Wellbeing Centre, Brecon. Contact 07487 523 994.
Crafting Group with Refreshments: 2pm. Erwood Market Hall. FREE. Elizabeth 01982 560 415
Lee Taylor Martial Arts - Karate: 6pm. Presteigne Sports Centre. Teens/Adults. Contact info@leetaylorkarate.co.uk.
Spirit of Clyro Pop-Up Pub: (Last Friday every month). 6 – 11pm. With guest food vendors. See www.clyrovillagehall.co.uk.
Lee Taylor Martial Arts - Kickboxing: 7pm. Presteigne Sports Centre. Teens/Adults. Contact info@leetaylorkarate.co.uk.
Live Jazz: Every Friday evening. The Old Black Lion, Hay-on-Wye. Contact 01497 820 841.
Book Club: (4th Friday of the month). 7.30pm. Trecastle Community Centre. Contact 01874 636 748.
SATURDAY
Yoga Classes and Monthly Specials: Daytime and evening. Weekly at Larchwood Studio. Contact 07725 816 277.
The Hay Riverside Walk Parkrun: 9am. Meet under Hay Bridge. All are welcome. Contact riversidewalk@parkrun.com.
Brecon Men’s Shed: 9.30am - 12pm. Brecon Volunteer Bureau, Swyddfa Gwirfoddoli Aberhonddu, Queenshead (Market) Vaults, Market Street, Brecon LD3 9AH. Contact 01874 623 136.
Talgarth Repair Café: (2nd Saturday of the month). 9.30am - 12.30pm. Talgarth Community Hall. Contact talgarthrepaircafe@gmail.com
Rob’s No Worries Yoga “Stretch & Release”: 10 - 11.30am. Oak House, 12 Bulwark, Brecon. Energetic class £8. Book online. Contact 07748 568 402.
Mountain Air Artists Outdoor Sketching Group: 10am - 12pm. Meet around Brecon and Upper Swansea Valley. Contact mountainairartists@outlook.com
Hay Repair Cafe: (Last Saturday of every month, except May). 10am - 1pm. The Pavilion, Brecon Road, Hay-on-Wye. Bring your broken/non-working items along for our fixers to repair! Contact hayrepaircafe@gmail.com.
Brecon Repair Cafe: (1st Saturday of the month). 10am - 2pm. Brecon Volunteer Bureau, Swyddfa Gwirfoddoli Aberhonddu, Queenshead (Market) Vaults, Market Street, Brecon. Contact breconrepaircafe@gmail.com.
Brecon Shanty Crew: 12 - 1pm. Brecon Volunteer Bureau, Swyddfa Gwirfoddoli Aberhonddu, Queenshead (Market) Vaults, Market Street, Brecon LD3 9AH. Contact 01874 623 136.
SUNDAY
Hay Hotfooters: A relaxed friendly club that supports and encourages everyone to run for health and enjoyment. Contact 07831 609 889.
Morning Worship: 10.30 - 11.30am. Maesyronnen Chapel, near Glasbury. Contact 07927 408 303.
Church Services: 10.30am and 6pm. Bethesda Church, Hay-on-Wye. Contact 01497 820 685.
Black Mountain Balfolk: (2nd and 4th Sunday of the month). 4 - 6.30pm. The Parish Hall, Hay-on-Wye. Come dance to French Breton and European tunes. £7 on the door. Contact via their Facebook page.
Pizza Night: 7 - 8.30pm. The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847 373.
During the month – April 2026
Up to 12th April: Easter Egg Hunt: Ludlow Castle. See www.ludlowcastle.com.
Up to 10th May: The Hay Makers Easter Exhibition: The Hay Makers Gallery, Hay-on-Wye. See www.haymakers.co.uk.
2nd: William Powell Advice Surgery: 5pm. Talgarth Visitor Centre on The Square/Y Sgwâr. Contact 07703 112 113.
2nd: Brilley Flicks in the Sticks presents ‘The Choral’: (12A). 7.30pm. Brilley Village Hall (HR3 6JG). Tickets are £5 - advance booking only - please book and pay for your tickets online at pay-brilley.co.uk. Doors open at 7pm - don’t forget to bring your own refreshments!
3rd: Easter Egg Trail in the Mill Garden: 11am - 2pm. Talgarth Mill, The Square, Talgarth, LD3 0BW. Donations welcome. Contact: ceri@talgarthmill.com.
4th: Brecon County Councillor Surgery: 10 – 11.30am. Y Gaer Library, Brecon. Contact cllr.chris.walsh@powys.gov.uk.
4th: Talgarth Festival Presents - The Easter Children’s Event: 10am - 2pm. Talgarth Market Hall. Duck race 2pm. Crafting, Easter trail, cakes, mini show, and more. Contact TalgarthFestival@gmail.com
4th: Brecon Classic Motorcycle Show: 10am - 4pm. Brecon Market Hall. Contact 07779 012 019.
5th: Easter Carvery Lunch: From 12pm. The Griffin Inn, Llyswen. Contact 01874 754 542.
7th: Coffee Morning and Talk by The Bracken Trust: Erwood Market Hall.
9th: Mid Wales Opera presents A Night at the Castle: 7 - 8.30pm. Hay Castle. £16. A promenade performance moving through the building.
10th: Charity Bingo Night: 7pm. Glasbury (Radnor) Village Hall, Glasbury-on-Wye. All money raised will go to the Sue Ryder Hospice. £10 Entry (pay on the door). Contact glasburyvh@gmail.com.
11th: Printers’ Fair: 10am - 4pm. Hay Castle. A fair celebrating print and paper. 16 stalls of printers showing their work. Come and browse, buy, meet the artists, and see some demonstrations. Free entry to the Castle on the day. Contact 01497 821 981.
11th: Dido & Aeneas: Brecon Cathedral. 3pm & 7pm.
11th: Lindisfane: 7.30pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Legendary 70s folk-rock pioneers LINDISFARNE return to form with a classic five-piece line up of long-time members fronted by original founder-member Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide guitar. Contact 01874 611 622.
11th April – 30th May: The Jess Collective: 12 - 5pm (Wednesday - Saturday). Ridgebank Contemporary Art Space, 1 High Street, Kington.
12th: Somatic Movement Meditation Class: Larchwood Studio. See www.awakenyoursole.com.
16th: Parent and Baby Coffee Morning: 9.30am - 11am. Talgarth Mill, The Square, Talgarth, LD3 0BW. Connect with local parents, find support and community. Contact: ceri@talgarthmill.com.
16th: Fish Night Special with Colin Thomson: 6 - 9pm. The Griffin Inn, Llyswen. Contact 01874 754 542.
16th: The Take That Experience: 7.30pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. As Take That celebrate over 30 years as the UK’s number one boy band, The Take That Experiencemark over a decade together as their most popular and recognised TAKE THAT tribute act. Contact 01874 611 622.
17th: Bella Collins Band (Featuring Shane Dixon and Sam Andrews): 7pm. Glasbury (Radnor) Village Hall, Glasbury-on-Wye, HR3 5LL. Where the blues meet jazz, soul, and classic R’n’B. Relaxed, rhythmic, and full of feeling — join us at the village hall for a night of great music and good atmosphere. Contact glasburyvh@gmail.com
18th: Herefordshire Advanced Drivers Driver Refresher Day: 9am - 3pm. Ewyas Harold Memorial Hall. Contact 07791 859 143.
18th: Susie Dent – Word Perfect: 2pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. A brand-new tour of the joys of the English language with ‘Britain’s best-loved wordsmith’. Contact 01874 611 622.
18th: Chilli & Quiz Night: Chilli at 7pm, Quiz at 8pm. Clyro Village Hall. Teams of up to 6. £10/head or £5 quiz only. Raffle in aid of Clyro Church and Village Hall. See www.clyrovillagehall.co.uk.
21st: u3a Hay Meeting: 10.30am. Music Room of Baskerville Hall Hotel, Clyro. Aviation enthusiast Sally Smith will tell the exciting story of the pioneering women in her illustrated talk “Magnificent Women and Flying Machines”. This will be followed by a short AGM. Enjoy coffee from 10am and lunch from 12.15pm. Contact 01497 822 523.
21st: Royal Ballet & Opera: The Magic Flute: 6.45pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Contact 01874 611 622.
24th: FREE Community Wellbeing Walks: 9.45 - 11.30am. Talgarth Mill, The Square, Talgarth, LD3 0BW. Monthly walks with nature activities & refreshments for adults of all ages & abilities. Babies & children welcome (no dogs). Booking essential: https://bookwhen.com/wildchildbreconbeaconscic. Contact: ceri@talgarthmill.com.
24th: Hay Music: The New London Chamber Ensemble: Great Hall, Hay Castle. music by Debussy, Barber, Hindemith, Holst, Moondog, Coleman and a world premiere by Julian Philips introduced by the composer. Details and tickets: www.haymusic.org
24th: An evening of small plates: 5.30 - 8.45pm. Triggs’ Café, Talgarth Mill, The Square, Talgarth, LD3 0BW. Bookings only triggscafe@gmail.com or call 01874 618 861.
30th: FREE Knit and Knatter Group: 2 - 3.30pm. Talgarth Mill, The Square, Talgarth, LD3 0BW. Bring your knitting or crochet (or not!) and catch up. Contact: kate@talgarthmill.com.
MAY
1st: Bingo Night: 7pm. Glasbury (Radnor) Village Hall, Glasbury-on-Wye. Our regular monthly Bingo night. Cash prizes to be won! Tea, coffee and biscuits at half time. £10 Entry (pay on the door). Contact glasburyvh@gmail.com
1st - 4th: Talgarth Walking Festival: A May Spring Bank Holiday weekend of walks in and around Talgarth and the Black Mountains. Contact 07943 616 453. See advert and article in our Health & Wellbeing feature (LB).
1st - 4th: Crickhowell Music Festival: This year’s theme shows composers at their most inspired, expressing our deepest loves, hopes and fears in music that charts the milestones of human experience. See: www.crickhowellchoralsociety.org.
2nd - 4th: Marches Makers Festival: 10am - 4pm daily. St Mary’s Church, Market Hall, around Kington. Contact marchesmakers.co.uk.
2nd - 4th: The Fold - Celebrating what paper can do and what a book can be: 10am - 4pm. The Parish Hall (next door to St Mary’s Church), Church Road, Kington HR5 3AG. An exhibition by the Marches Book Arts Group - part of the Marches Makers.