Festival Programme
The Dafydd ap Siencyn Festival 2025 programme is filled with FREE family-friendly activities throughout Saturday 30th August.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Opening Ceremony: Art and Literature Exhibition & Awards
Gwydyr Park
The Conwy Valley’s proud artistic tradition continues with a display of works by local children. The winners of the 2025 awards will be announced at 10:00 as part of the festival opening ceremony.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Live Music
Gwydyr Park
Throughout the day they’ll be live folk music, buskers and a drum workshop where you can experience the joys of community music.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Rebel Hunt
Gwydyr Park
Hunt down Dafydd ap Siencyn’s rebels! Find their names on Wanted posters around Gwydyr Park to receive the prestigious wax seal on your scroll.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 -11:30
Activities with Dwylo Bach
Gwydyr Park
Welcomes babies and children aged 0-5, accompanied by an adult.
This engaging session offers a wonderful opportunity for your little ones to explore nature, participate in imaginative activities, and learn about the legendary Dafydd ap Siencyn through play. Dress appropriately for the weather, as we’ll be outside come rain or shine.
No booking required. Supported by the Cloacenog Wind Farm Fund.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Stories by a Storyteller
Gwydyr Park
Be entertained with fantastical tales for children and adults by our local storyteller in the Stone Circle.
SAT – 30/08/25
15:00 – 16:00
Legend of Dafydd ap Siencyn
Gwydyr Park
Hear the exciting legend of Dafydd ap Siencyn, as told by Bleddyn Hughes. Learn some of the history about the nobleman, rebel, and bard who inspired the festival.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Range of Market Stalls
Gwydyr Park
Find craft, food, drink and much more at the festival’s market.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Hog Roast
Gwydyr Park
Enjoy some tasty traditional hog roast, cooked on the open fire.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Archery Lessons
Gwydyr Park
Learn a skill that made Dafydd ap Siencyn legendary.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Medieval Knights
Gwydyr Park
Encounter medieval battle re-enactments. Includes historical talks from the commander of the armies of Llanrwst, Aaron Houghton.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Medieval Forge
Gwydyr Park
See the flames that armed armies with live Forge demonstrations.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Woodwork
Gwydyr Park
Embrace the skills of our ancestors with demonstrations of traditional woodwork.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Forest Art Sessions
Gwydyr Park
Take inspiration from nature and enjoy creating some forest-based art with Golygfa Gwydyr.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Animal Encounters
Gwydyr Park
Attend a fun educational event like no other with creatures great and small.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Bird of Prey Display by the Owl Trust
Gwydyr Park
See and learn about real life birds of prey.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Acrobatics
Gwydyr Park
Be amazed at the daring skills of live acrobatic demonstrations and stilt walking!
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Medieval Fancy Dress
Gwydyr Park
Medieval costumes available for children to try on and have their photos taken at a fancy dress booth. Costumes kindly provided by Kathy Brazier.
Also, we encourage everyone to dress up in their own Medieval costumes for the festival.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Face Painting
Gwydyr Park
Have your face painted in any design you choose!
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Sensory Den
Gwydyr Park
Children can enjoy connecting with their senses with these fun play activities.
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Bouncy Castle
Gwydyr Park
Children are welcome to jump around on our Bouncy castle!
SAT – 30/08/25
10:00 – 17:30
Traditional Fair Games
Gwydyr Park
A range of fun games for the whole family to enjoy.
SAT – 30/08/25
14:00 – 17:30
Massage Therapy
Gwydyr Park
Sooth away those aches and pains as well as everyday stresses.
