Eisteddfod 2025
Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru (National Eisteddfod of Wales) is Europe’s largest cultural event and will be heading to Wrexham this summer!
The festival is a vibrant celebration of the rich culture and heritage of ‘Cymru’ (Wales) and ‘Cymraeg’ (the Welsh language).
From August 2-9, 2025, the Eisteddfod will bring culture and creativity to the ‘Maes’ (festival site) in Is-y-coed, a village just five miles from Wexham’s city centre.
Tickets
Official Eisteddfod website: Tickets (external link)
Get tickets for individual days or the whole week.
What to expect
Welsh language and culture
Credit: Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru
The Maes is a great place to experience and try out the Welsh language, with ‘Maes D’ offering support and friendly advice for ‘dysgwyr’ (learners) and non-speakers, plus live translation available at key events.
Give Cymraeg a go!PDF Format 2.24 MB
Music and performance
From major competitions and drama in the Pavilion to folk traditions in ‘Tŷ Gwerin’ (Folk House) and late-night gigs at Maes B, there’s live music and entertainment for every taste.
Art and creativity
Explore contemporary Welsh art and a diverse range of exhibitioners in the vibrant ‘Pentref Celf’ (Art Village), where ‘Y Lle Celf’ (The Art Space), curated this year by Tŷ Pawb, showcases work from leading and emerging Welsh artists.
Food and drink
Enjoy a wide variety of Welsh street food, artisan produce, and drinks from local brewers and distillers in Pentref Bwyd (Food Village).
Family fun and learning
With hands-on science in the ‘Pentref Gwyddoniaet’h (Science Village) and creative outdoor play in ‘Pentref Plant’ (Kids Village), there’s plenty to keep children and families engaged throughout the Maes.
Relaxation and social spaces
Unwind at Caffi Maes B with acoustic music and a laid-back atmosphere, perfect for discovering new artists or simply taking a break.
Wrecsam on the Maes
You’ll find Pentref Wrecsam, our base for the week, on the Maes. Expect live performances, hands-on activities, and loads of information about Wrexham, what’s going on outside the Maes, council services and more.
Social media
You can also keep up to date with the latest information via:
Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru: Facebook (external link)
Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru: Instagram (external link)
Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru: X – Twitter (external link)
Eisteddfod Wrecsam events
Eisteddfod Wrecsam events page: Facebook (external link)
Showcasing events leading up to the Eisteddfod, and will continue to promote fringe events happening in Wrecsam city centre during the festival.
During the week Cymdeithas yr Iaith have a number of gigs on which you can find here.
Finally if you are interested in finding out more about the Eisteddfod and the difference between the the International Eisteddfod in Llangollen and the National in Wrexham you can read all about it here
Do you know the difference between the National and Llangollen Eisteddfod? – Wrexham Council News
Text and some photos courtesy of official Eisteddfod website.