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Events in Hay and the local area.

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Hay Castle
Opened in May 2022 for the first time in its 900-year history, and used for private and community events, exhibitions, music, performing arts, and cultural activities.
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Hay Market Day
In the centre of Hay every Thursday, about 40 traders bring the best local produce, street food, crafts and flea to the streets of Hay.
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Hay Music
In the Town of Books, throughout the year Hay Music brings you inspiring music too. A range of Early, Classical and Contemporary Chamber Music performed by top ranking musicians.
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2025 Events

Lego Club
12th February to 31st December
10 - 1pm, Third Sunday of each Month. Join us for a fun and therapeutic Lego-building session hosted by The Therapy wise Foundation and ELSA. Parents can relax with food or drinks nearby while remaining available if needed. Let’s create, share, and enjoy together!
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Climate Choir
29th July to 30th December
Every Tuesday (except every 3rd Tuesday) 7pm - 8:30pm. Open to all, whether you're a professional singer or you've never sung before. Come together to sing songs for the earth! Globe at Hay.
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Hay Festival Winter Weekend
26th November to 30th November
Join Hay Festival Winter Weekend from 26–30 November 2025, taking place in the grounds of Hay Castle in the renowned booktown of Hay-on-Wye. Immerse yourself in events showcasing over 70 acclaimed writers and performers taking part in over 60 events, launching the best new fiction and non-fiction, offering creative solutions to some of the biggest challenges of our time, and spreading festive joy in conversations, candle-lit storytelling, comedy, music, and workshops.
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‘Malvern’s Secret War Heroes’ play
29th November
The Globe at Hay on Wye. 2 pm Saturday 29th November. £15. Tickets booked through the Globe site. Find out what happened in 1942, when thousands of scientists ‘arrived overnight’ in sleepy little Malvern town. Unannounced and unable to tell the locals why they were there.
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Make Your Own Wormery Workshop
29th November
oin Hay Regenerative Soils in making your very own wormery. All equipment provided and you can take home your own soil condition for use in your garden. To book your free place, email tim@clan-cic.org
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Christmas Craft Fairs
30th November
Come and join us for our annual Christmas Craft Fair. To apply for a stall, call: 01497 821762
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Christmas Craft Fairs
30th November
Come and join us for our annual Christmas Craft Fair. Enjoy Live Music, Mulled Wine and Craft Stalls. 10am - 4pm, every Sunday - 30th November - 21st December
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Festive Wreath Making Workshop
30th November
In this relaxed friendly workshop come and create a beautiful wreath of scented seasonal foliage, dried fruits, nuts, seedpods, cones and other delights with local florist Ruminah. To secure your place please book soon on 07592008446
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Palenstine Fundraising Event
30th November
Hay Solidarity Group brings another fundraising event to the globe at hay. Come for an evening of bands, stalls, auction / raffle, and guided meditation to bring solidarity from the people of Hay to Palestine. Suggested donation of £10, starts at 6pm.
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Withnail & Others by Murray Close
2nd December to 6th December
This exhibition at The Chair, Hay-on-Wye shows a collection of Close's most celebrated work from Withnail & I as well as lesser-seen images from iconic films such as The Shining and Indiana Jones.
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Christmas Craft Fair
7th December
Step into the festive season at The Globe. Our Christmas Craft Fairs are bursting with local makers, unique gifts, seasonal treats, and plenty of Christmas cheer plus live music to keep spirits bright throughout the day. Join us on 30th November, 7th December, 14th December, and 21st December.
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Charity Quiz Night
7th December
Doors at 7pm, teams of up to 6, £5 per person. This includes a plate of chips and entrance to our 'heads or tails' game. All funds will go to The Hay Summer. Please pop in, or call The Globe on 01497 821762 to book a table. Pay on the door.
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The Breaks Live
13th December
The Breaks are Herefordshire's most vibrant band, a collective of musicians, all hailing from within ten miles of one another in the 'Wild West' of Hereford. Performing at the Globe, from 8pm - tickets are £10. Don't miss this unforgettable night.
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Christmas Craft Fair
14th December
Come and join us for our annual Christmas Craft Fair. Held at the Globe in Hay. Enjoy Live Music, Mulled wine & Craft Stalls.
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Hay Shantymen
14th December
An evening of traditional and modern songs of the sea, performed with wit, warmth and gusto. Performing at the Globe in Hay for some pre-Christmas celebrations.
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Christmas Quiz
18th December
£20 per person | 7pm. Join us at the Globe for our Festive Quiz! Teams of up to 6 people. Ticket price includes Burger and Chips from our BurgerMe restaurant and entry to our £100 cash prize for the winning table.
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Hay Music: Christmas Music with Vox Urbane
19th December
Inspiring seasonal music from across the ages performed by the unique and diverse vocal ensemble Vox Urbane. Join them to celebrate the warmth and joy of the Christmas period.
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The Come Back Quire
20th December
Free Event starting at 2:30. The return of winter. A concert of traditional songs, carols, plygain and readings to warm you in readiness for the festive season at the Globe at Hay.
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Duchess of Mars
20th December
Join us as The Duchess of Mars, Falling Into View, Yo-Un and Mac take the stage for an evening packed with powerful performances, good vibes and serious energy. £6 starting at 7:30pm at the Globe at Hay.
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Christmas Craft Fair
21st December
Join us at The Globe for our Christmas Craft Fairs, which are bursting with local makers, unique gifts, seasonal treats, and plenty of Christmas cheer plus live music to keep spirits bright throughout the day. Join us on 30th November, 7th December, 14th December, and 21st December.
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New Year's Eve Party
31st December to 1st January
8pm, tickets from £18. This New Year's Eve we have a real treat, welcoming back Should! The local 7-piece Soul and R&B Band. In what may be their final performance they will make sure we celebrate in style. See in 2026 at the Globe with a great night of music.
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2026 Events

Hay Festival 2026
21st May to 31st May
Hay Festival welcomes writers, readers, thinkers and dreamers of all ages for 11 days of events and activities. Launching the best new fiction and non-fiction, while offering insights and debate around significant global issues, the programme sees writers, policy makers, pioneers and innovators take part from around the world, offering big thinking and bold ideas. The site is free to enter with on stage events ticketed individually, with more than 600 in-person events, there’s something for everyone.
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HowTheLightGetsIn 2026
22nd May to 25th May
HowTheLightGetsIn, the world’s largest philosophy and music festival, returns to Hay-on-Wye, bringing a dynamic weekend of groundbreaking ideas, stimulating debates, and live performances. Join us for over 300 events across 12 stages, featuring more than 180 music acts, performances, parties, and over 100 thought-provoking talks and debates. Festival alumni include renowned thinkers like Nobel Laureate Roger Penrose, iconic scientist Brian Cox, former leader of the Labour Party Jeremy Corbyn, alongside Brit Award-winning bands like The Last Dinner Party and Hot Chip. Students and under 25s are eligible for a 40% discount. Tickets are currently on sale and selling fast.
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