Should you wish to include your event, please contact us for details of how to do so.
We'd like to hear from local clubs, or societies that host regular events, as these can also be added.
We'd like to hear from local clubs, or societies that host regular events, as these can also be added.
Events...
APR
1
#TheBigAdventure
1st April 2017
- 31st October 2017
Hurrah for British Summertime! Bring on the happiness and laughter now the canoe-hire season is officially open!
#wantocanoe #TheBigAdventure #summer2017 #HayToday
Call Clare in the office to start planning your adventure. Visit website
Call Clare in the office to start planning your adventure. Visit website
OCT
9
Photograph exhibition
9th October 2017
- 31st December 2017
Hay Camera Club is exhibiting photographs by club members at St Peters Church in Peterchurch. For further information or to join the club, contact Christine Starnes on 01981 550589. Visit website
OCT
17
Camera Club Talk
17th October 2017
Hay Camera Club talk at 7.30pm in Llanigon village hall. New members welcome.
OCT
17
Globe Makers
17th October 2017
The Globemakers are an established, informal craft group that meet one Tuesday a month downstairs at the Globe. Over the years we have tackled a number of projects, including crochet, mosaic, printmaking, patchwork, festive decorations, glass painting, decoupage and more. Members canalso bring their own ongoing projects, and sharing new ideas and methods is very welcome. The sessions are free, bringing your own materials necessary , but occasionally a £2 maximum charge may be made for specialised materials provided. We communicate by email.
We warmly welcome any interested new members to our friendly and informal gathering. Liz Lockett and Corin Burgess. Visit website
OCT
17
Open Mic
17th October 2017
Our Open Mic nights attract a wealth of talent. We see a variety of performances, including spoken word, poetry, comedy and all types of music. Come along to enjoy the night as an audience member or sign up with Chris to perform on the night! Visit website
OCT
20
The Marsyas Flute, Cello & Piano trio
20th October 2017
Piano,Flute and Cello trio play music by Clementi, Eugene Goossens, Hilary Tann and Mendelssohn at St Mary's Church,Hay on Wye at 7.00pm. Tickets £12.00 from Richard Booth's Bookshop in person, 01497 820322/822010,Website or at the door. Interval refreshments and bar available.
OCT
20
Cusop History Group Talk by Rhys Griffiths HARC
20th October 2017
Senior Archivist Rhys Griffiths from Herefordshire Archive and Records Centre will talk about how to go about researching local, house or family history. Friday 20th Oct at 7pm in Cusop Viallage Hall. £3. Refreshments included. Visit website
OCT
21
Live Music and Performance : The Dancing Floor
21st October 2017
The Dancing Floor presents: Dancing the World into Being. The Dancing Floor group presents original creative work exploring myth – film, schools workshops and dance events are in all their portfolio. In this performance, they will offer the chance to visit the otherworld and meet the ancient gods of these islands in an extraordinary creation myth dance, constructed from clues in the Mabinogion. How does something come out of nothing? How do we find what is lost? Do the gods and goddesses live in us or we in them? How did our ancestors see the world and ask the big questions? With specially composed music from the The Village Quire, who will perform an introductory set of ‘songs of life and death’. Visit website
OCT
22
Lego Club
22nd October 2017
Lego Club happens every Sunday. Come along all ages welcome, including parents! Visit website
OCT
22
Felindre Harvest Auction
22nd October 2017
Village Hall, Felindre. Viewing starts 5pm. Auction starts 7pm. Bar available. All proceeds will go to Hay & District Dial-a-Ride.
OCT
24
Science Café
24th October 2017
Science Cafe is a new group meeting on the 4th Tuesday of every month. Each time we’ll look at a specific topic, or chat about science in the news. For details contact sciencecafe@outlook.com - Visit website
OCT
24
Open Mic
24th October 2017
Our Open Mic nights attract a wealth of talent. We see a variety of performances, including spoken word, poetry, comedy and all types of music. Come along to enjoy the night as an audience member or sign up with Chris to perform on the night! Visit website
OCT
26
Philosophy Café
26th October 2017
Philosophy Cafe is an informal group which offers the chance to discuss philosophical issues. Whether you're an expert on Cartesian dualism or you simple have a new found interest in philosophical thought, come along! The club runs every other Thursday. For more info contact: philosophycafe@outlook.com - Visit website
OCT
29
Lego Club
29th October 2017
Lego Club happens every Sunday. Come along all ages welcome, including parents! Visit website
OCT
31
Open Mic
31st October 2017
Our Open Mic nights attract a wealth of talent. We see a variety of performances, including spoken word, poetry, comedy and all types of music. Come along to enjoy the night as an audience member or sign up with Chris to perform on the night! Visit website
NOV
2
Greenpeace at the globe at hay
2nd November 2017
Informal meeting of local activists and supporters to discuss campaigns and how we can get involved in bringing about major environmental victories. Anyone who cares about the natural world and our future is welcome. For more info, please email pbdelphiee@hotmail.com - Visit website
NOV
3
Let's Gets Quizzical
3rd November 2017
New questions, new wipeout round, MC Emma on the mic & free chips at half time. Get your thinking hats on! Visit website
NOV
3
The Schubert Ensemble
3rd November 2017
This world-renowned piano quintet play exciting quintets by Martinu, Hallawell and Dvorak. St Mary's Church,Hay on Wye at 7.00pm. Tickets £15.00 from Richard Booth's Bookshop in person, 01497 820322/822010,website, or at the door. Interval refreshments and bar available.
NOV
4
Live Music : Speak, Brother
4th November 2017
Vulnerable, honest, ethereal: This is the music of Speak, Brother. Boasting a powerful sound and full arrangements, the quartet layer lush vocal harmonies over their rustic instrumentation. With heartfelt lyrical storytelling, driving melodies and passionate performance, Speak, Brother are a band to watch. Having played across the UK and has airplay on BBC Radio, Speak, Brother are now set to return to Hay on Wye as part of their UK Tour promoting their new singles from their eagerly anticipated debut album due in Spring 2018. Visit website
NOV
5
Lego club
5th November 2017
Lego Club happens every Sunday. Come along all ages welcome, including parents! Visit website
NOV
5
Black Mountains Lions Bonfire & Firework Display
5th November 2017
Baskerville Hall, Clyro. Gates Open 6pm. Bonfire Lit at 6.45pm and Fireworks 7pm. Adults £4, Children £1. Free Car-Parking. Variety of Stalls including Soup and Hotdogs!!
NOV
7
Open Mic
7th November 2017
Our Open Mic nights attract a wealth of talent. We see a variety of performances, including spoken word, poetry, comedy and all types of music. Come along to enjoy the night as an audience member or sign up with Chris to perform on the night! Visit website
NOV
9
Needlefelting Classes at the globe at hay
9th November 2017
FURZIE WOOL SCULPTURE COURSES. £65 INCLUDES: How to needle-felt with wool. How to make a wire armature. A felting kit and tools. All materials including wool. Light lunch, tea and coffee. 10am-4.30pm. Visit website
NOV
9
Philosophy Café
9th November 2017
Philosophy Cafe is an informal group which offers the chance to discuss philosophical issues. Whether you're an expert on Cartesian dualism or you simple have a new found interest in philosophical thought, come along! The club runs every other Thursday. For more info contact: philosophycafe@outlook.com - Visit website
NOV
10
Live Music : Heg and Wolf Chorus
10th November 2017
Hailing from Bristol, Heg & The Wolf Chorus has been born out of Heg Brignall's story-inspired songwriting. They create theatrical, original folk which draws inspiration from fairy tales and the twisted roots of Heg's family tree, taking the listener on a journey from Grimm’s fantastical forests, across the stormy Atlantic to the black, dangerous coal mines of Illinois and far beyond. Visit website
NOV
11
Live Music : Noble Jacks
11th November 2017
Noble Jacks are a rip-roaring Alt-Folk band with roof raising energy, whose warm electro-acoustic interactions fuse together a mixture of folky footstompin’ rhythms and engaging lyricism. The band encompasses heartfelt, yet uptempo songs showcasing fiddle, blues harmonica and big anthem toplines. Noble Jacks have a relentless gigging schedule around the the British folk scene and recorded their debut album with Union Music Store at The Metway studio in Brighton. 2017 promises to be an incredible year for this new and aspiring band! Visit website
NOV
12
Lego Club
12th November 2017
Lego Club happens every Sunday. Come along all ages welcome, including parents! Visit website
NOV
14
Death Cafe
14th November 2017
As a breeding ground for philosophical thought and community support we also host Death Cafe rub by Mollie Lord. Not to be confused with a grief support group, this group encourages tackling the complex ideas that surround death. It also encourages enjoying a slice of cake and a cup of tea! For more info, please contact Mollie Lord: mlord10@btinternet.com - Visit website
NOV
14
Open Mic
14th November 2017
Our Open Mic nights attract a wealth of talent. We see a variety of performances, including spoken word, poetry, comedy and all types of music. Come along to enjoy the night as an audience member or sign up with Chris to perform on the night! Visit website
NOV
14
Camera Club Presentation
14th November 2017
Hay Camera Club talk at 7.30pm in Llanigon village hall. New members welcome.
NOV
16
Eco Spirit Cafe
16th November 2017
An informal monthly meeting for people interested in spirituality and our connection to the environment. Stimulating short film, friendly discussion, all welcome. First meeting 19th October. Visit website
NOV
17
Live Music : Alden, Patterson And Dashwood
17th November 2017
Norwich based folk / Americana trio Alden, Patterson and Dashwood weave rich vocal harmonies, fiddle, dobro, guitar and mandolin around beautifully written original songs and melodies. The independently-released debut album ‘Call Me Home’ was written and produced at home in Norwich and is lovingly presented in attractive handmade covers, designed and hand-printed by the band. Their music takes influence from folk traditions from both sides of the Atlantic with uplifting instrumentals and self-penned songs depicting tales of young travellers, sleepy seas and their affection for home. They release their much-anticipated debut album ‘Call Me Home’ on 7th November 2016 with an accompanying UK tour. Visit website
NOV
18
Live Music : Sounds of Harlowe
18th November 2017
Incendiary live hip-hop/soul rabble rousers packing deep lyrics, subterranean grooves and stratospheric brass – elevated by impossibly electrifying musicians. Formed in 2011, the alternative hip-hop collective blend elements of R&B, funk, soul and rock; resulting in their own signature brand of music. Combined with spontaneous, fiery live performances, Sounds Of Harlowe are not to be missed. Visit website
NOV
19
Lego Club
19th November 2017
Lego Club happens every Sunday. Come along all ages welcome, including parents! Visit website
NOV
20
Local History in the Media
20th November 2017
John Price is kindly sharing his collection of photos, slides and local film to tell stories of characters of Hay-on-Wye and area. Entry £6.50 to include tea and cakes.
2pm start. Proceeds in aid of Hay & District Dial-a-Ride. Visit Facebook page
NOV
21
Open Mic
21st November 2017
Our Open Mic nights attract a wealth of talent. We see a variety of performances, including spoken word, poetry, comedy and all types of music. Come along to enjoy the night as an audience member or sign up with Chris to perform on the night! Visit website
NOV
23
Philosophy Café
23rd November 2017
Philosophy Cafe is an informal group which offers the chance to discuss philosophical issues. Whether you're an expert on Cartesian dualism or you simple have a new found interest in philosophical thought, come along! The club runs every other Thursday. For more info contact: philosophycafe@outlook.com - Visit website
NOV
23
Hay Festival Winter Weekend
23rd November 2017
- 26th November 2017
Please read our Announcement with details of the Winter Weekend in Hay. Click HERE.
NOV
24
Christmas Lights ‘The Big Switch ON!’
24th November 2017
Venue: Cheese Market / Memorial Carpark. Time: 5pm – 7.30pm (lights switch-on at approximately 6pm . . . special guest yet to be confirmed, watch this space!). It’s free, just turn up! See Hay-on-Wye transformed into a winter wonderland brimming with festive cheer! Visit website
NOV
24
Desert Island Picks: James Rock
24th November 2017
ames Rock is a creative entrepreneur, an innovator, provocateur, and photographer who eventually discovered his tribe in Hay. His wanderlust has led to many turns, and his music tracks the interesting and funny periods and events in his life… This event is free entry so make sure you get here nice and early to get a seat! Visit website
NOV
25
Live Music : The Sarah Meek & Guy Shotton Duo
25th November 2017
Vocalist Sarah Meek and Pianist Guy Shotton are two rising stars of the U.K Jazz scene. A wide variety of influences combine in their readings of tunes from the Great American Songbook. And their own compositions to produce a sound that is fresh and exciting! Visit website
NOV
25
Hay-on-Wye Winter Food Festival
25th November 2017
Over 50 companies, 10-4pm. Memorial Car Park, Middle of town. Free Entry. Contact Andrew Powell, 07779 012019
NOV
26
Hay Does Vintage
26th November 2017
Hay Does Vintage returns to the Market Square. Over 50 vintage and retro traders. Vintage tearoom, Jewellery Curios, Vintage Clothes, Furniture and much more. 10.30 till 4.30. Visit website
NOV
26
Lego Club
26th November 2017
Lego Club happens every Sunday. Come along all ages welcome, including parents! Visit website
NOV
28
Science Café
28th November 2017
Science Cafe is a new group meeting on the 4th Tuesday of every month. Each time we’ll look at a specific topic, or chat about science in the news. For details contact sciencecafe@outlook.com - Visit website
NOV
28
Globe Makers
28th November 2017
The Globemakers are an established, informal craft group that meet one Tuesday a month downstairs at the Globe. Over the years we have tackled a number of projects, including crochet, mosaic, printmaking, patchwork, festive decorations, glass painting, decoupage and more.Members canalso bring their own ongoing projects, and sharing new ideas and methods is very welcome. The sessions are free, bringing your own materials necessary , but occasionally a £2 maximum charge may be made for specialised materials provided. We communicate by email.
We warmly welcome any interested new members to our friendly and informal gathering. Liz Lockett and Corin Burgess. Visit website
NOV
28
Open Mic
28th November 2017
Our Open Mic nights attract a wealth of talent. We see a variety of performances, including spoken word, poetry, comedy and all types of music. Come along to enjoy the night as an audience member or sign up with Chris to perform on the night! Visit website
DEC
1
Let's Get Quizzical
1st December 2017
New questions, new wipeout round, MC Elle on the mic & free chips at half time. Get your thinking hats on! Visit website
DEC
2
Needlefelting Classes at the globe at hay
2nd December 2017
FURZIE WOOL SCULPTURE COURSES. £65 INCLUDES. How to needle-felt with wool. How to make a wire armature. A felting kit and tools. All materials including wool. Light lunch, tea and coffee. 10am-4.30pm. Visit website
DEC
2
Live Music: Slippery Slope
2nd December 2017
Slippery Slope are a four piece acoustic band combining an unusual mix of instruments and musical styles to produce charming, fun and foot stomping sound. Playing traditional and contemporary musical styles from class French accordion to stomping Klezmer,with occasional dips into ska and Irish folk along the way. The line up is accordion, fiddle, guitar and Trinidadian steel pan. Slippery Slope supply the perfect mix of silly, melancholy and beautiful music. Visit website
DEC
3
Lego Club
3rd December 2017
Lego Club happens every Sunday. Come along all ages welcome, including parents! Visit website
DEC
5
Open Mic
5th December 2017
Our Open Mic nights attract a wealth of talent. We see a variety of performances, including spoken word, poetry, comedy and all types of music. Come along to enjoy the night as an audience member or sign up with Chris to perform on the night! Visit website
DEC
7
Philosophy Café
7th December 2017
Philosophy Cafe is an informal group which offers the chance to discuss philosophical issues. Whether you're an expert on Cartesian dualism or you simple have a new found interest in philosophical thought, come along! The club runs every other Thursday. Visit website
DEC
7
Greenpeace at the globe at hay
7th December 2017
Informal meeting of local activists and supporters to discuss campaigns and how we can get involved in bringing about major environmental victories. Anyone who cares about the natural world and our future is welcome. Visit website
DEC
8
Live Music : The Flamenco Thief
8th December 2017
Craig Sutton, the Flamenco Thief, plays Spanish acoustic guitar with the Boss RC loop pedal to blend modern rhythms with time-honoured Flamenco techniques.
Western, Eastern and African rhythms has allowed him to connect and build long lasting friendships with people all over the world.He has entertained crowds in Turkish parks, German kitchens, Serbian living rooms, Dutch hospitals, French chapels and so many more wonderfully unique locations. Visit website
DEC
9
Live Music : Christmas Celtic Evening
9th December 2017
After the success of the last Celtic evening, Thomasin, Justin and many more friends are back for another evening of live celtic music! Be sure to come and down and show your support to the local talent! Visit website
DEC
10
Lego Club
10th December 2017
Lego Club happens every Sunday. Come along all ages welcome, including parents! Visit website
DEC
12
Death Cafe
12th December 2017
As a breeding ground for philosophical thought and community support we also host Death Cafe rub by Mollie Lord. Not to be confused with a grief support group, this group encourages tackling the complex ideas that surround death. It also encourages enjoying a slice of cake and a cup of tea! Visit website
DEC
12
Open Mic
12th December 2017
Our Open Mic nights attract a wealth of talent. We see a variety of performances, including spoken word, poetry, comedy and all types of music. Come along to enjoy the night as an audience member or sign up with Chris to perform on the night! Visit website
DEC
12
Elin Manahan Thomas & Elizabeth Kenny
12th December 2017
This ever-popular soprano sings a seasonal programme of Songs for a Winter Evening with a superb lutenist.
At 7.30 pm in Richard Booths Bookshop,Hay on Wye.
Tickets £15.00 from the Bookshop in person, 01497820322/822010,Website, (advance booking recommended) Interval bar.
DEC
14
Eco Spirit Cafe
14th December 2017
An informal monthly meeting for people interested in spirituality and our connection to the environment. Stimulating short film, friendly discussion, all welcome. First meeting 19th October. Visit website
DEC
15
Live Music: Red Ethel
15th December 2017
We’re so excited to welcome back this much loved local band. You’ve seen them at Open Mic as Bushfold Blue here at the globe and this night is set to be a fabulous concoction folk, fabulous singing and beautiful melodies; a real treat for you local music lovers! New name, new music! Kate Hardy, Andy Thompson and Justin Preece. Jazz/folk trio, haunting vocals, luscious harmonies, sublime guitars and rich double bass performing a variety of spine tingling original songs. Visit website
DEC
16
Christmas Ceilidh
16th December 2017
They’re back! Come along and enjoy the festivities with the best ceilidh band for miles, Crannog. Dancing, feet stomping and open to all ages and abilities! We had them here in August and are thrilled to have them back. Oh we do love a Ceilidh! Visit website
DEC
19
Open Mic
19th December 2017
Our Open Mic nights attract a wealth of talent. We see a variety of performances, including spoken word, poetry, comedy and all types of music. Come along to enjoy the night as an audience member or sign up with Chris to perform on the night! Visit website
DEC
21
Philosophy Café
21st December 2017
Philosophy Cafe is an informal group which offers the chance to discuss philosophical issues. Whether you're an expert on Cartesian dualism or you simple have a new found interest in philosophical thought, come along! The club runs every other Thursday. Visit website
DEC
22
Live Music : Christmas Village Quire
22nd December 2017
It wouldn’t be Christmas at the globe without the village quire singing for us. Come along for a glass of mulled wine, a mince pie and let the festivities reign! Visit website
DEC
31
New Years Eve at the globe!
31st December 2017
This New Year's Eve we have a real treat for you. We welcome back Sould! The local 8-piece Soul and R&B Band are here to make sure you celebrate and see off 2017 in style! Tickets are £10 which includes a FREE glass of fizz on arrival. There will also be food available to keep you going all night long. Limited tickets available so be quick to snatch yours! Visit website
MAY
24
MAY
25
HowTheLightGetsIn Festival
25th May 2018
- 28th May 2018
HowTheLightGetsIn Festival returns to Hay-on-Wye next summer with more ideas, magic, music and wonder than ever before. On the edge of the Black Mountains, alongside the river Wye, throughout the festival you'll find the world's leading thinkers debating cutting edge ideas as well as an inspiring programme of music, comedy, culture and performance all set in atmospheric and intimate venues.
