Caerleon Arts Festival

Caerleon Arts Festival is an annual arts event in Wales spread across multiple venues throughout the town. It features musical performances, art exhibitions, dance shows, and literary readings primarily during summer months.

The festival started in 2003 and draws inspiration from its location near the Roman amphitheater. Early organizers converted old stable buildings into the Ffwrwm arts centre, which became its cultural foundation.

The festival transforms historic locations like St Cadocs Church and the Roman amphitheater into performance spaces for theater and music. This use of ancient sites by contemporary artists shapes how the community experiences cultural events.

Visitors can enjoy free live music and dance performances across three stages during the Big Free Weekend, with main locations at Hanbury Quay and the Bell Inn marquee. You can easily move between venues to catch different shows throughout the day.

The village displays more than 100 wooden sculptures created by international artists, which have become permanent fixtures throughout the area. These works were produced through the festival's artistic programs and now form part of the everyday visual environment.

Location: Newport

GPS coordinates: 51.60898,-2.95286

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:09