GREEN GATHERING
Chepstow , Monmouthshire Thurs 1-Sun 4 Aug
What : A conscious gathering of like-minded individuals who are eager to embrace , promote and enjoy the benefits of an eco lifestyle whilst also having fun and sharing a valuable and sustainable way of life through the medium of music , discussion , poetry , films , crafts and workshops for all ages . Who : TBC How much : £ 50- £ 110 www . greengathering . org . uk
SWICA CARNIVAL
Cardiff City Centre Sat 10 Aug
MARGAM FESTIVAL
The Orangery And Castle , Margam Mon 1-Sat 27 July
What : SWICA ’ s annual street party and cultural celebration of diversity , music and arts returns with an abundance of face-painting , Brazilian dancing and samba drums . Who : People dressed as dragons and vibrant street entertainers How much : free Info : www . swica . co . uk
What : A spectacular combination of black-tie events and one of the best market days in the whole the South Wales yearly calendar taking place in the stunning Margam Park Orangery . Who : Fergus Slattery , West Glamorgan Youth Orchestra , Tony Benn How much : £ 4- £ 38 Info : www . nptartsandents . co . uk
CARDIFF COMEDY
Various venues , Cardiff Mon 1-Sun 28 July
What : Cardiff Comedy Festival provides the perfect opportunity to see some the UK ’ s best comic talent fine tuning their acts for Edinburgh . The festival ’ s month-long programme of comedic revelry also sees great local talent as part of the unsigned standup award . Who : Lucy Porter , Nick Helm , Jarred Christmas How much : Events priced separately Info : www . cardiffcomedy . co . uk
CAERLEON ARTS FESTIVAL
Various venues , Caerleon Fri 5-Sun 14 July
CARDIFF SCIENCE FESTIVAL
Various venues , Cardiff Sun 14-Sun 21 July
What : A fun and informative festival with family and adult events to entertain and inspire . Last year ’ s festival included demonstrations , comedy , a science rapper and live ( science orientated of course ) music . Who : Robin Ince , workshops , lectures How much : TBC Info : www . cardiffsciencefestival . co . uk
BLYSH
Wales Millennium ium Centre , Cardiff Bay Fri 19 July-Sun un 4 Aug
What : Blysh is Wales Millennium Centre ’ s monthlong festival of creative theatre , circus and cabaret in its most rambunctious form . Now in its fifth year , you can expect the unexpected . Who : Bright Light Bright Light , Oompah Brass How much : Events priced separately Info : www . wmc . org . uk
What : Organised entirely by volunteers , this festival sees a varied selection of music , literature , drama and comedy performances to enjoy alongside craft and food stalls . Who : John Hegley , Blaenavon Male Voice Choir , Dannie Abse How much : Events priced separately Info : www . caerleon-arts . org
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