BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:Europe/London X-WR-TIMEZONE:Europe/London BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231022 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231107 DTSTAMP:20231004T125021Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/welsh-museums-festival/ SUMMARY:Welsh Museums Festival DESCRIPTION:Welsh Museums Festival is an annual event presented by the Fede ration of Welsh Museums.\n\nIt’s back this coming October\, and it’s b igger than ever\, with two whole weeks of special events and activities fo r all ages at museums across Wales\, many of them FREE. This year’s Fest ival runs from Saturday 22 October until Sunday 6 November\, so that our m useums can welcome Welsh families and visitors from beyond our border over their respective half term holidays for a truly #historichalfterm and ple nty of Halloween hullabaloo too!\n\nFind Out More ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2023/10/Museums-Festival-Wales-Logo-RGB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231213T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231213T160000 DTSTAMP:20231023T125229Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/conservation-matters-wales-2023 -swansea-museum/ SUMMARY:Conservation Matters Wales 2023\, Swansea Museum DESCRIPTION:This year we are having a welcomed in person return of our popu lar Christmas conference\, hosted by the wonderful Swansea Museum and offe ring a chance to meet once again with friends and colleagues from across t he museum collections conservation sector.\nThis year’s conference theme is simply one of sharing your Conservation related story to celebrate the diversity and creativity of our work. Conservators are resilient and inno vative\, and we want to hear about things you have learnt\, experiences ga ined\, and any fabulous projects completed! We are now seeking proposals f or 10 to 20-minute presentations for the conference and encourage students and emerging professionals especially to take part. Deadline for submissi on of abstracts (max. 200 words) to Megan de Silva - MeganDeSilva@monmouth shire.gov.uk - by 24th November 2023.\n\nThe event will be in-person event only as due to the complexities of doing hybrid meetings we will not be t rying to offer a live virtual option. However\, we will look to record the conference to make available at a later date with the permissions of the presenters.\nRegistration is £25 but free for presenters\, volunteers\, s tudents\, and those on benefits.\nThis cross disciplinary conference will be attended by conservators\, curators\, collection managers and others en gaged in the care of collections. The conference ethos is to be an inclusi ve network and proposals are welcomed from those inside and outside of Wal es\, although when selecting papers we will prioritise presentations that demonstrate relevance to the Welsh context.\n\nMatters Wales is a collabor ation between Amgueddfa Cymru – National Museum Wales\, the Federation o f Museums and Art Galleries in Wales\, and Cardiff University.\n\nSave the date and call for Presentations - Join us for our 2023 Conservation Matte rs Wales Christmas Conference!\n\n \;\n\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2023/10/conservation-matters.jpg LOCATION:Swansea Museum\, Swansea Museum\, Victoria Road\, Maritime Quarter \, Swansea\, Swansea\, SA1 1SN\, United Kingdom GEO:51.617747;-3.938081 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Swansea Museum\, Victoria R oad\, Maritime Quarter\, Swansea\, Swansea\, SA1 1SN\, United Kingdom;X-AP PLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Swansea Museum:geo:51.617747,-3.938081 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240321T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240321T150000 DTSTAMP:20240213T085840Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/rural-relevance-how-to-identify -care-for-share-rural-collections/ SUMMARY:Rural Relevance: How to identify\, care for & share rural collectio ns DESCRIPTION:Welsh Government x MDUK Collections Training: Rural Relevance - How to identify\, care for &\; share rural collections\n\n\n\n\n\nRura l Relevance: How to identify\, care for &\; share rural collections\n\n \n\nThursday 21st March 2024 13:-00 - 15:00pm\, Online\nDo you want to fee l more confident about using your rural collection in a greater range of s tories and activities\, creating a better visitor experience?\n\n\n\nDo yo u want to develop better awareness of routes available to access informati on\, advice or help about rural collection issues?\n\n\n\nIf you are a non -specialist working with\, or looking after\, rural and agricultural colle ctions in any role\, the Rural Museums Network (Specialist Subject Network for rural collections) has created a FREE practical knowledge-development training session specifically for you.\n\n\n\nBe inspired and acquire pra ctical experience from our trainers who will draw on a variety of resource s related to using\, identifying\, and caring for rural collections to cre ate better experiences for visitors\, and more sustainable organisations.\ n\n\n\nExperience the value of rural collection networking with two years ’ free membership of the RMN to develop your learning.\n\n\n\nHow to boo k: Please complete the form below and email to Elizabeth.Bennett@gov.wales \n\n\n\nDeadline to book by: 5pm Wednesday 13 March 2024\n\n\n\nPlatform: Microsoft Teams\n\n\n\nForm: Click here - MDUK Collections Training Expres sion of Interest Form\n\n\n\nSupported by funding from Art Fund for Museum Development\, Welsh Government\n CATEGORIES:Museum event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:4@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240322T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240322T130000 DTSTAMP:20240213T085544Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/a-beginners-guide-to-the-care-a nd-identification-of-textiles-collections/ SUMMARY:A Beginners Guide to the Care and Identification of Textiles Collec tions DESCRIPTION:\nWelsh Government x MDUK Collections Training: A Beginners Gui de to the Care and Identification of Textiles Collections\nFriday 22nd Mar ch 2024\, 10:30am – 13:00pm\, Online\nThis webinar is an introduction to the care and identification of textile collections for the non-specialist . If you have little or no prior knowledge of textiles\, then this will p rovide a foundation for further development. It will help you identify som e natural fibres and learn about textile collection care\, using simple te chniques and processes.\n\n\n\nWe will provide\, via post\, a selection of unidentified textile samples for you to work through with the trainers an d share your thoughts with the other delegates during the webinar.\n\n\n\n You will also have to take away with you\, a fact-filled introduction to identifying and caring for textiles so that you have a comprehensive toolk it for further exploration.\n\n\n\nHow to book:\n\n\n\nPlease complete th e form below and email to Elizabeth.Bennett@gov.wales\n\n\n\nDeadline to b ook by: 5pm Tuesday 19th March 2024\n\n\n\nPlatform: Microsoft Teams\n\n\n \nCost: Free\n\n\n\nForm: Click here - MDUK Collections Training Expressio n of Interest Form\n\n\n\nSupported by funding from Art Fund for Museum De velopment\, Welsh Government\n CATEGORIES:Museum event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:5@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240326T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240326T130000 DTSTAMP:20240213T085307Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/a-beginners-guide-to-the-care-a nd-identification-of-plastic-collections/ SUMMARY:A Beginners Guide to the Care and Identification of Plastic Collect ions DESCRIPTION:\nWelsh Government x MDUK Collections Training: A Beginners Gui de to the Care and Identification of Plastic Collections\nTuesday 26th Mar ch 2024\, 10:30am – 13:00pm\, Online\nThis webinar is an introduction to plastics for the non-specialist. If you have little or no prior knowledg e of plastics care\, then this will provide a foundation for further devel opment. It will help you identify and look after objects made of plastic\, using simple techniques and processes.\n\n\n\nWe will provide\, via post\ , a selection of unidentified samples of plastic for you to learn how to i dentify different types of plastics with the trainers and share your thoug hts with the other delegates during the webinar.\n\n\n\nYou will also have to take away with you\, a fact-filled introduction to identifying and ca ring for plastic material so that you have a comprehensive toolkit for fur ther exploration.\n\n\n\nHow to book:\n\n\n\nPlease complete the form belo w and email to Elizabeth.Bennett@gov.wales\n\n\n\nDeadline to book by: 5pm Tuesday 19th March 2024\n\n\n\nPlatform: Microsoft Teams\n\n\n\nCost: Fre e\nForm: Click here - MDUK Collections Training Expression of Interest For m\n\n\n\nSupported by funding from Art Fund for Museum Development\, Welsh Government\n CATEGORIES:Museum event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:10@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240409T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240409T120000 DTSTAMP:20240327T145534Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/introduction-to-spectrum/ SUMMARY:Introduction to Spectrum DESCRIPTION:Suitable for those new to the Spectrum collections management s tandard or in need of a refresher\, this online session will offer an intr oduction to Spectrum 5.1. The session will cover:\n\n \;\n\n- the form at of a Spectrum 5.1 procedure\, and key concepts in Spectrum\n\n- how the standard might be applied within your own organisation\n\n- the differenc e\, and relationship between\, policies\, procedures and plans\n\n- a brie f introduction to each of the primary procedures for Accreditation\, with opportunities to ask questions throughout.\n\n9 April\, 10.00-12.00 -  ht tps://collectionstrust.org.uk/uncategorized/introduction-to-spectrum-2/\n\ nThis session is delivered by Collections Trust\, funded by Welsh Governme nt\, the Culture Division. Priority will be given to those who work or vol unteer at Accredited museums\, or those working towards\, in Wales. If you have a question about the session please email events@collectionstrust.or g.uk (please note\, we are only able to respond in English). CATEGORIES:Museum event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:45@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241025T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241103T000000 DTSTAMP:20250914T155423Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/rhayader-dragon-festival-3/ SUMMARY:Rhayader Dragon Festival DESCRIPTION:The Rhayader Dragon Festival is back!!! Taking place throughout half term - 26 October to 3 November - Rhayader will be full of fiery dra gon-themed events\, activities\, music\, and much more. Please visit our F acebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TimeScapeRhayader) or www.rhayader. co.uk/events for info! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/Whats-On-Rhayader-Dragon-Festival-3-resized-1.png CATEGORIES:Mid Wales LOCATION:Glynn Vivian Art Gallery\, Alexandra Rd\, Swansea\, SA1 5DZ\, Wale s GEO:51.624085;-3.943612 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Alexandra Rd\, Swansea\, SA 1 5DZ\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Glynn Vivian Art Gallery:geo:51.6 24085,-3.943612 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:169@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241025T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241103T000000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122400Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/rhayader-dragon-festival-3-2/ SUMMARY:Rhayader Dragon Festival DESCRIPTION:The Rhayader Dragon Festival is back!!! Taking place throughout half term - 26 October to 3 November - Rhayader will be full of fiery dra gon-themed events\, activities\, music\, and much more. Please visit our F acebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TimeScapeRhayader) or www.rhayader. co.uk/events for info! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/Whats-On-Rhayader-Dragon-Festival-3-resized-1.png CATEGORIES:Mid Wales LOCATION:Glynn Vivian Art Gallery\, Alexandra Rd\, Swansea\, SA1 5DZ\, Wale s GEO:51.624085;-3.943612 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Alexandra Rd\, Swansea\, SA 1 5DZ\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Glynn Vivian Art Gallery:geo:51.6 24085,-3.943612 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:235@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241103T000000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122443Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/world-war-two-experience-2/ SUMMARY:World War Two Experience DESCRIPTION:Based within Blaenavon workmen's hall\, our volunteer-run museu m tells the proud story of Blaenavon and its people.\nFree Entry (Recommen ded donation - £2.50)\n\nMonday\, Tuesday\, Friday 10am-3pm\n\nSaturday 1 pm - 2pm\n\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/11.png CATEGORIES:South Wales LOCATION:Blaenavon Museum\, 101 High Street\, Blaenavon\, NP49PT\, Wales GEO:51.773315;-3.085785 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=101 High Street\, Blaenavon \, NP49PT\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Blaenavon Museum:geo:51.77331 5,-3.085785 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:153@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTSTAMP:20250925T122353Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/halloween-activity-free-booklet -33-2/ SUMMARY:Halloween Activity (Free Booklet) DESCRIPTION:Experience the hullabaloo of Halloween at the Welsh Museums Fes tival this half-term! Visitors can discover our past Halloween traditions\ , like turnip lanterns\, dirty blackberries\, the ‘Cropped Black Sow’\ , and ‘Magic Mash’\, with the free Halloween booklet. Written by child ren’s author\, Casia Wiliam\, it will keep kids entertained while you ca n enjoy the museum’s exhibitions. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/09/Facebook-post-halloween-resources-Instagram-Post.jpg CATEGORIES:Mid Wales LOCATION:Ceredigion Museum\, Coliseum\, Terrace Road\, Aberystwyth\, SY23 2 AQ\, Wales GEO:52.416239;-4.083733 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Coliseum\, Terrace Road\, A berystwyth\, SY23 2AQ\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Ceredigion Museum :geo:52.416239,-4.083733 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:31@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTSTAMP:20241004T145959Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/?post_type=event&p=4121 SUMMARY:Halloween Activity (Free Booklet) DESCRIPTION:Experience the hullabaloo of Halloween at the Welsh Museums Fes tival this half-term! Visitors can discover our past Halloween traditions\ , like turnip lanterns\, dirty blackberries\, the ‘Cropped Black Sow’\ , and ‘Magic Mash’\, with the free Halloween booklet. Written by child ren’s author\, Casia Wiliam\, it will keep kids entertained while you ca n enjoy the museum’s exhibitions. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/Facebook-post-halloween-resources-Instagram-Post.jpg CATEGORIES:South Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:30@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTSTAMP:20241004T145453Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/?post_type=event&p=4120 SUMMARY:Halloween Activity (Free Booklet) DESCRIPTION:Dewch i ymuno yn ein halibalŵ Calan Gaeaf yr hanner tymor hwn! Gall ymwelwyr ddarganfod ein traddodiadau Calan Gaeaf\, fel lanterni meip en\, mwyar budron\, yr ‘Hwch Ddu Gwta’\, a ‘Stwmp Naw Rhyw\, gyda’ n llyfryn Calan Gaeaf\, sy’n rhad ac am ddim. Yr awdur plant\, Casia Wil iam\, sydd tu ôl y llyfryn fydd yn diddanu eich plant\, tra gallwch chi f wynhau arddangosfeydd yr amgueddfa. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/Untitled-design-3.png CATEGORIES:West Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:28@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTSTAMP:20241003T142613Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/?post_type=event&p=4115 SUMMARY:Halloween Activity (Free Booklet) DESCRIPTION:Experience the hullabaloo of Halloween at the Welsh Museums Fes tival this half-term! Visitors can discover our past Halloween traditions\ , like turnip lanterns\, dirty blackberries\, the ‘Cropped Black Sow’\ , and ‘Magic Mash’\, with the free Halloween booklet. Written by child ren’s author\, Casia Wiliam\, it will keep kids entertained while you ca n enjoy the museum’s exhibitions. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/Facebook-post-halloween-resources-Instagram-Post.jpg CATEGORIES:South Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:27@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTSTAMP:20241003T141455Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/?post_type=event&p=4114 SUMMARY:Halloween Activity (Free Booklet) DESCRIPTION:Experience the hullabaloo of Halloween at the Welsh Museums Fes tival this half-term! Visitors can discover our past Halloween traditions\ , like turnip lanterns\, dirty blackberries\, the ‘Cropped Black Sow’\ , and ‘Magic Mash’\, with the free Halloween booklet. Written by child ren’s author\, Casia Wiliam\, it will keep kids entertained while you ca n enjoy the museum’s exhibitions. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/Untitled-design-3.png CATEGORIES:North Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:26@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTSTAMP:20241003T140624Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/?post_type=event&p=4113 SUMMARY:Halloween Activity (Free Booklet) DESCRIPTION:Experience the hullabaloo of Halloween at the Welsh Museums Fes tival this half-term! Visitors can discover our past Halloween traditions\ , like turnip lanterns\, dirty blackberries\, the ‘Cropped Black Sow’\ , and ‘Magic Mash’\, with the free Halloween booklet. Written by child ren’s author\, Casia Wiliam\, it will keep kids entertained while you ca n enjoy the museum’s exhibitions. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/Facebook-post-halloween-resources-Instagram-Post.jpg CATEGORIES:North Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:25@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTSTAMP:20241002T202909Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/?post_type=event&p=4112 SUMMARY:Halloween Activity (Free Booklet) DESCRIPTION:Experience the hullabaloo of Halloween at the Welsh Museums Fes tival this half-term! Visitors can discover our past Halloween traditions\ , like turnip lanterns\, dirty blackberries\, the ‘Cropped Black Sow’\ , and ‘Magic Mash’\, with the free Halloween booklet. Written by child ren’s author\, Casia Wiliam\, it will keep kids entertained while you ca n enjoy the museum’s exhibitions. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/Facebook-post-halloween-resources-Instagram-Post.jpg CATEGORIES:South Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:211@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTSTAMP:20250925T122429Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/potion-trail-2/ SUMMARY:Potion Trail DESCRIPTION:This spooky scavenger hunt invites families to search the museu m for hidden ingredients to complete their own (imaginary) potion. Along t he way\, you’ll find creepy surprises like eyeballs nestled in cobwebs a nd spooky spiders lurking in unexpected places. Suitable for all ages and mobility levels\, the trail is designed to add a dash of Halloween fun wit hout being too scary!\nWith each item found\, you’ll get closer to your potion’s completion\, and all young witches and wizards will receive a s weet treat and a Halloween-themed pencil as a reward.\nThe Potion Trail co sts £2.50 per participant and is a great way to explore the museum togeth er as a family.\nBe prepared to rummage around and keep your eyes peeled —who knows what other Halloween mysteries await? ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/461939055_1135346474865843_1596572564298793305_n.jpg CATEGORIES:West Wales LOCATION:Carmarthenshire Museum\, Abergwili\, Carmarthen\, SA31 2JG\, Wales GEO:51.865585;-4.266925 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Abergwili\, Carmarthen\, SA 31 2JG\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Carmarthenshire Museum:geo:51.86 5585,-4.266925 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:21@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTSTAMP:20241002T131305Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/?post_type=event&p=4089 SUMMARY:Halloween Activity (Free Booklet) DESCRIPTION:Experience the hullabaloo of Halloween at the Welsh Museums Fes tival this half-term! Visitors can discover our past Halloween traditions\ , like turnip lanterns\, dirty blackberries\, the ‘Cropped Black Sow’\ , and ‘Magic Mash’\, with the free Halloween booklet. Written by child ren’s author\, Casia Wiliam\, it will keep kids entertained while you ca n enjoy the museum’s exhibitions. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/Facebook-post-halloween-resources-Instagram-Post.jpg CATEGORIES:West Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:17@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTSTAMP:20241023T124413Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/welsh-museums-festival-2/ SUMMARY:Welsh Museums Festival DESCRIPTION:Welsh Museums Festival is an annual event presented by the Fede ration of Welsh Museums.\n\nIt's back this October half-term\, with a whol e week of special events and activities for all ages at 40+ museums across Wales\, many of them FREE. This year’s Festival runs from Saturday 26 O ctober until Sunday 3 November\, so that our museums can welcome visitors for a truly #historichalfterm with lots of Halloween hullabaloo too!\n\nFi nd Out More ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2023/10/Museums-Festival-Wales-Logo-RGB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:22@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTSTAMP:20241002T140130Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/?post_type=event&p=4097 SUMMARY:Halloween Activity DESCRIPTION:Experience the hullabaloo of Halloween at the Welsh Museums Fes tival this half-term! Visitors can discover our past Halloween traditions\ , like turnip lanterns\, dirty blackberries\, the ‘Cropped Black Sow’\ , and ‘Magic Mash’\, with the free Halloween booklet. Written by child ren’s author\, Casia Wiliam\, it will keep kids entertained while you ca n enjoy the museum’s exhibitions. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/Welsh-Museums-Festival-Halloween-2-Instagram-Post.png CATEGORIES:North Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:23@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTSTAMP:20241002T145109Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/?post_type=event&p=4106 SUMMARY:Halloween Activiy (Free Booklet) DESCRIPTION:Experience the hullabaloo of Halloween at the Welsh Museums Fes tival this half-term! Visitors can discover our past Halloween traditions\ , like turnip lanterns\, dirty blackberries\, the ‘Cropped Black Sow’\ , and ‘Magic Mash’\, with the free Halloween booklet. Written by child ren’s author\, Casia Wiliam\, it will keep kids entertained while you ca n enjoy the museum’s exhibitions. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/Facebook-post-halloween-resources-Instagram-Post.jpg CATEGORIES:North Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:24@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTSTAMP:19691231T230000Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/?post_type=event&p=4109 SUMMARY:Halloween Activity (Free Booklet) DESCRIPTION:Experience the hullabaloo of Halloween at the Welsh Museums Fes tival this half-term! Visitors can discover our past Halloween traditions\ , like turnip lanterns\, dirty blackberries\, the ‘Cropped Black Sow’\ , and ‘Magic Mash’\, with the free Halloween booklet. Written by child ren’s author\, Casia Wiliam\, it will keep kids entertained while you ca n enjoy the museum’s exhibitions. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:208@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T160000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122425Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/happy-haunts-at-cyfarthfa-2024- 10-26-2/ SUMMARY:Happy Haunts at Cyfarthfa DESCRIPTION:\nThis half-term\, Cyfarthfa Castle Museum is packed with excit ing events for all ages! From fun-filled activities to spooky surprises\, there's something for everyone. Keep your eyes peeled for some frightfully fun news about a special Halloween event in the park—perfect for the wh ole family. Get ready for a ghoulishly good time!\n\n\nStandard entry rate s apply*\n\n\nYr hanner tymor hwn\, mae Amgueddfa Castell Cyfarthfa yn lla wn dop o ddigwyddiadau cyffrous i bob oed! O weithgareddau llawn hwyl i sy rpreisys arswydus\, mae rhywbeth at ddant pawb. Cadwch eich llygaid ar ago r am newyddion brawychus o hwyl am ddigwyddiad Calan Gaeaf arbennig yn y p arc - perffaith i'r teulu cyfan. Paratowch am amser arswydus o dda!\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/462258338_1254515542616854_8938815327075571027_n.jpg CATEGORIES:South Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:53@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T160000 DTSTAMP:20250914T155446Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/happy-haunts-at-cyfarthfa-2024- 10-26/ SUMMARY:Happy Haunts at Cyfarthfa DESCRIPTION:\nThis half-term\, Cyfarthfa Castle Museum is packed with excit ing events for all ages! From fun-filled activities to spooky surprises\, there's something for everyone. Keep your eyes peeled for some frightfully fun news about a special Halloween event in the park—perfect for the wh ole family. Get ready for a ghoulishly good time!\n\n\nStandard entry rate s apply*\n\n\nYr hanner tymor hwn\, mae Amgueddfa Castell Cyfarthfa yn lla wn dop o ddigwyddiadau cyffrous i bob oed! O weithgareddau llawn hwyl i sy rpreisys arswydus\, mae rhywbeth at ddant pawb. Cadwch eich llygaid ar ago r am newyddion brawychus o hwyl am ddigwyddiad Calan Gaeaf arbennig yn y p arc - perffaith i'r teulu cyfan. Paratowch am amser arswydus o dda!\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/462258338_1254515542616854_8938815327075571027_n.jpg CATEGORIES:South Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:209@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T151500 DTSTAMP:20250925T122428Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/halloween-spooktacular-2-2/ SUMMARY:Halloween Spooktacular DESCRIPTION:Our main event at 12:30 is a special screening of the spook-tac ular film ParaNorman\, perfect for families looking to settle in for a Hal loween-themed movie. And what a place to enjoy it! The film is around 90 m inutes long and PG rated.\nAlso running throughout the day are crafty Pop- Up Haunted House Workshops. Children aged 5+ can create their own spooky h aunted house that springs to life—just like a pop-up book! The workshop will be artist-led and filled with all the eerie materials needed to make a ghostly masterpiece. Sessions run at:\n- 10:30-11:15\n- 11:30-12:15\n- 1 3:30-14:15\n- 14:30-15:15\nEach session can take up to 16 participants. It 's a first-come\, first-served system\, so be sure to arrive early!\nAnd\, if that wasn't enough\, you can also explore our Halloween Trail around t he Museum.\nSuitable for all ages\, this trail is sure to keep you busy!\n The cost for the day is just £4 per person\, which includes all three act ivities.\nSo come dressed in your Halloween best and get ready for a day o f creative\, creepy\, and crafty fun! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/462630967_1140742477659576_9098742596479219818_n.jpg CATEGORIES:West Wales LOCATION:Parc Howard Museum\, Felinfoel Rd\, Llanelli\, SA15 3LJ\, Wales GEO:51.688758;-4.158595 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Felinfoel Rd\, Llanelli\, S A15 3LJ\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Parc Howard Museum:geo:51.68875 8,-4.158595 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:52@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T153000 DTSTAMP:20250914T155446Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/dragons-day/ SUMMARY:Dragon's Day DESCRIPTION:On Saturday we will be holding a special ‘Dragon’s Day’ a t TimeScape from 10.30am - 3.30pm.\n\nThere will be lots of really fun dra gon-themed stuff to do from arts and crafts\, dragon hunts\, interactive g ames\, help us decorate the dragons cave and  lots more. PLUS there’s a good chance you might even meet Mystic Marge!\n\nEveryone welcome\, entry is FREE\, refreshments available - it’ll be a fab way to keep the kids entertained on the first day of half term.\n\nJust turn up\;  more the me rrier! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/Dragon-Day-3-1.png CATEGORIES:Mid Wales LOCATION:Glynn Vivian Art Gallery\, Alexandra Rd\, Swansea\, SA1 5DZ\, Wale s GEO:51.624085;-3.943612 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Alexandra Rd\, Swansea\, SA 1 5DZ\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Glynn Vivian Art Gallery:geo:51.6 24085,-3.943612 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:199@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T120000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122419Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/lanterns-and-legends-creative-w orkshop-2/ SUMMARY:Lanterns and Legends Creative Workshop DESCRIPTION:Follow the Lanterns and Legends Trail through the town and into the museum.\n\n26 October includes a creative workshop and craft session - come and help us decorate our lanterns for a very exciting Legends &\ ; Lanters trail\, along with some Halloween decorations to deck the halls of the museum!\n\nPlease book 1 ticket per child only\n\n[3 activity days\ , Saturday Oct 12th\, 19th &\; 26th]\n\nMaximum 5 spaces available per activity\n\nFREE activity\n\nBook here ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/Saturday-Art-Club-26-Oct-Penmaenmawr.jpg CATEGORIES:North Wales LOCATION:Penmaenmawr Museum\, Conwy Old Rd\, Penmaenmawr\, LL34 6UU\, Wales GEO:53.268514;-3.919677 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Conwy Old Rd\, Penmaenmawr\ , LL34 6UU\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Penmaenmawr Museum:geo:53.26 8514,-3.919677 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:207@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T153000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122424Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/dragons-day-2/ SUMMARY:Dragon's Day DESCRIPTION:On Saturday we will be holding a special ‘Dragon’s Day’ a t TimeScape from 10.30am - 3.30pm.\n\nThere will be lots of really fun dra gon-themed stuff to do from arts and crafts\, dragon hunts\, interactive g ames\, help us decorate the dragons cave and  lots more. PLUS there’s a good chance you might even meet Mystic Marge!\n\nEveryone welcome\, entry is FREE\, refreshments available - it’ll be a fab way to keep the kids entertained on the first day of half term.\n\nJust turn up\;  more the me rrier! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/Dragon-Day-3-1.png CATEGORIES:Mid Wales LOCATION:Glynn Vivian Art Gallery\, Alexandra Rd\, Swansea\, SA1 5DZ\, Wale s GEO:51.624085;-3.943612 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Alexandra Rd\, Swansea\, SA 1 5DZ\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Glynn Vivian Art Gallery:geo:51.6 24085,-3.943612 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:246@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T150000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122451Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/free-spooky-event-at-bersham-ir onworks/ SUMMARY:Free Spooky Event at Bersham Ironworks DESCRIPTION:Perfect for little horrors!\nJoin Wrexham Museum this half term at Bersham Ironworks for a free spooky event!\nActivities will include wa nd making\, spooky stories\, fire pit snacks and a scavenger hunt!\nSuppor ted by Welsh Museums Festival Grant.\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/09/wmf-col.png CATEGORIES:North Wales LOCATION:Bersham Ironworks\, Bersham Ironworks\, Wrexham\, LL14 4LL\, Wales GEO:53.035882;-3.035919 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bersham Ironworks\, Wrexham \, LL14 4LL\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Bersham Ironworks:geo:53.03 5882,-3.035919 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:54@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241027T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241103T160000 DTSTAMP:20250914T155446Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/happy-haunts-at-cyfarthfa-2024- 10-27/ SUMMARY:Happy Haunts at Cyfarthfa DESCRIPTION:\nThis half-term\, Cyfarthfa Castle Museum is packed with excit ing events for all ages! From fun-filled activities to spooky surprises\, there's something for everyone. Keep your eyes peeled for some frightfully fun news about a special Halloween event in the park—perfect for the wh ole family. Get ready for a ghoulishly good time!\n\n\nStandard entry rate s apply*\n\n\nYr hanner tymor hwn\, mae Amgueddfa Castell Cyfarthfa yn lla wn dop o ddigwyddiadau cyffrous i bob oed! O weithgareddau llawn hwyl i sy rpreisys arswydus\, mae rhywbeth at ddant pawb. Cadwch eich llygaid ar ago r am newyddion brawychus o hwyl am ddigwyddiad Calan Gaeaf arbennig yn y p arc - perffaith i'r teulu cyfan. Paratowch am amser arswydus o dda!\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/462258338_1254515542616854_8938815327075571027_n.jpg CATEGORIES:South Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:171@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241027T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241027T170000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122401Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/cuttlefish-casting-with-carad-2 / SUMMARY:'Cuttlefish Casting with CARAD' DESCRIPTION:As part of the Elan Valley 'Autumn Adventure Weekend' and Rhaya der Dragon Festival\, CARAD are hosting a special 'cuttlefish casting' cre ative workshop on Sunday 27 October 2024 at the Elan Valley Visitors' Cent re where you can make your very own 'dragon's claw' pendant! There are 5 x 45min sessions taking place throughout the day (first one starts at 11am\ ; final session at 4pm) with spaces for 6 participants on each.\n\nThis is a FREE workshop - booking in advance is highly recommended but you can tu rn up on the day as well.\n\nTo reserve you place\, please visit https://w ww.eventbrite.com/e/autumn-adventure-weekend-tickets-1013821606717?aff=odd tdtcreator (click the 'buy tickets' tab on the right\, then scroll down to the bottom of the next page) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/‘Cuttlefish-Casting-with-CARAD-resized-1.jpg CATEGORIES:Mid Wales LOCATION:Elan Valley Visitors Centre\, Elan Valley\,\, Rhayader\, Powys\, L D6 5HP\, United Kingdom GEO:52.272222;-3.688889 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Elan Valley\,\, Rhayader\, Powys\, LD6 5HP\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Elan Valley Vi sitors Centre:geo:52.272222,-3.688889 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:55@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241028T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241104T160000 DTSTAMP:20250914T155446Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/happy-haunts-at-cyfarthfa-2024- 10-28/ SUMMARY:Happy Haunts at Cyfarthfa DESCRIPTION:\nThis half-term\, Cyfarthfa Castle Museum is packed with excit ing events for all ages! From fun-filled activities to spooky surprises\, there's something for everyone. Keep your eyes peeled for some frightfully fun news about a special Halloween event in the park—perfect for the wh ole family. Get ready for a ghoulishly good time!\n\n\nStandard entry rate s apply*\n\n\nYr hanner tymor hwn\, mae Amgueddfa Castell Cyfarthfa yn lla wn dop o ddigwyddiadau cyffrous i bob oed! O weithgareddau llawn hwyl i sy rpreisys arswydus\, mae rhywbeth at ddant pawb. Cadwch eich llygaid ar ago r am newyddion brawychus o hwyl am ddigwyddiad Calan Gaeaf arbennig yn y p arc - perffaith i'r teulu cyfan. Paratowch am amser arswydus o dda!\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/462258338_1254515542616854_8938815327075571027_n.jpg CATEGORIES:South Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:197@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241028T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T160000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122418Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/halloween-at-the-heritage-centr e-2/ SUMMARY:Halloween at the Heritage Centre DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a family activity week with face painting\, badge making\ , quizzes\, and competitions.\n\nKids go free! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/Pembroke-Dock-Heritage-Centre-2024-Poster.png CATEGORIES:West Wales LOCATION:Pembroke Dock Heritage Centre\, Meyrick Owen Way\, Pembroke Dock\, SA72 6WS\, Wales GEO:51.693336;-4.950419 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Meyrick Owen Way\, Pembroke Dock\, SA72 6WS\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Pembroke Dock Heritage Centre:geo:51.693336,-4.950419 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:223@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241028T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241028T135000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122436Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/spooky-storytelling-at-museum-o f-land-speed-3/ SUMMARY:Spooky Storytelling at Museum of Land Speed DESCRIPTION:1pm Session\nGet ready for a spine-tingling afternoon of Spooky Storytelling at the Museum of Land Speed! Perfect for young adventurers a ged 8 and above\, but younger explorers are welcome\, too.\nWe’re hostin g two sessions with storyteller Rose Thorn on 28 October that will transpo rt you into the world of ghostly tales and eerie legends.\nJoin us in the atmospheric surroundings of the museum\, where our storyteller will weave spooky stories of mystery and folklore. With two 50-minute sessions at 1pm and 2pm\, there’s plenty of opportunity to experience the thrills—but beware\, space is limited! Each session can accommodate up to 20 brave so uls on a first-come\, first-served basis\, so arrive early to secure your spot.\nThe event is included in the price of admission.\nBeing run with su pport from the Welsh Museums Federation for Welsh Museums Week. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/464401434_1150372603363230_6089670931573379455_n.jpg CATEGORIES:West Wales LOCATION:Museum of Land Speed\, Marsh Rd\, Pendine\, Carmarthen\, SA33 4NY\ , Wales GEO:51.744748;-4.551787 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marsh Rd\, Pendine\, Carmar then\, SA33 4NY\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Museum of Land Speed:ge o:51.744748,-4.551787 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:225@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241028T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241028T145000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122437Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/spooky-storytelling-at-museum-o f-land-speed-2-2/ SUMMARY:Spooky Storytelling at Museum of Land Speed DESCRIPTION:2pm Session\nGet ready for a spine-tingling afternoon of Spooky Storytelling at the Museum of Land Speed! Perfect for young adventurers a ged 8 and above\, but younger explorers are welcome\, too.\nWe’re hostin g two sessions with storyteller Rose Thorn on 28 October that will transpo rt you into the world of ghostly tales and eerie legends.\nJoin us in the atmospheric surroundings of the museum\, where our storyteller will weave spooky stories of mystery and folklore. With two 50-minute sessions at 1pm and 2pm\, there’s plenty of opportunity to experience the thrills—but beware\, space is limited! Each session can accommodate up to 20 brave so uls on a first-come\, first-served basis\, so arrive early to secure your spot.\nThe event is included in the price of admission.\nBeing run with su pport from the Welsh Museums Federation for Welsh Museums Week. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/464401434_1150372603363230_6089670931573379455_n.jpg CATEGORIES:West Wales LOCATION:Museum of Land Speed\, Marsh Rd\, Pendine\, Carmarthen\, SA33 4NY\ , Wales GEO:51.744748;-4.551787 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marsh Rd\, Pendine\, Carmar then\, SA33 4NY\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Museum of Land Speed:ge o:51.744748,-4.551787 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:195@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241028T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241028T160000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122418Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/spooky-season-animation-worksho p-2/ SUMMARY:Spooky Season Animation Workshop DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! \n\nGet ready for a spine-tingling adventure into th e world of animation this Halloween season! Join us at Ceredigion Museum f or a Spooky Animation Workshop with the amazing Charlie Carter\, perfect for young creatives aged 9 and above.\n\nWhat to Expect:\n\nHalloween-The med Fun: Dive into the eerie excitement of bonfires\, fireworks\, and all things spooky as we explore the magic of animation. Bring your haunted ta les and ghoulish characters to life in a workshop full of Halloween thrill s!\n\nCreate Your Own Spooky Stories: Learn the art of animation from cra fting creepy storyboards to animating frightful scenes. Whether you're int o stop-motion or digital animation\, you'll be the director of your very o wn Halloween masterpiece.\n\nTeamwork and Treats: Collaborate with other young animators and share in the fun! Work together to create chilling ani mations\, all while enjoying spooky surprises and seasonal treats.\n\nShow case Your Haunted Creations: At the end of the workshop\, you'll get to s howcase your animated films and watch your eerie tales unfold on screen— just in time for Halloween!\n\nThis is your chance to unleash your creativ ity\, learn new skills\, and have a fang-tastic time bringing spooky chara cters to life. Whether you're a fan of ghosts\, goblins\, or fireworks\, t his workshop promises a blend of thrills and chills! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/Aber-28-October-2024.jpeg CATEGORIES:Mid Wales LOCATION:Ceredigion Museum\, Coliseum\, Terrace Road\, Aberystwyth\, SY23 2 AQ\, Wales GEO:52.416239;-4.083733 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Coliseum\, Terrace Road\, A berystwyth\, SY23 2AQ\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Ceredigion Museum :geo:52.416239,-4.083733 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:237@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241028T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241028T193000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122444Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/lost-in-portugal-missing-in-act ion-talk-with-mike-tanner-2/ SUMMARY:Lost in Portugal\, Missing in Action TALK - with Mike Tanner DESCRIPTION:Films all week. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/11.png CATEGORIES:South Wales LOCATION:Blaenavon Museum\, 101 High Street\, Blaenavon\, NP49PT\, Wales GEO:51.773315;-3.085785 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=101 High Street\, Blaenavon \, NP49PT\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Blaenavon Museum:geo:51.77331 5,-3.085785 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:201@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241029 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20241102 DTSTAMP:20250925T122420Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/the-curse-of-anubis-2/ SUMMARY:The Curse of Anubis DESCRIPTION:The Curse of Anubis\nThis Halloween a curse has been placed on the children of the workshop by the god of mummification himself\, Anubis! Children will be put into teams and must work together and undertake seve ral trials. The trials are a series of puzzles and challenges presented by Anubis. If they succeed in a trial\, they are awarded a gemstone. Collect ing six gemstones breaks the curse for the team!\n\nWhen: 29 October–01 November\nCost: £20 per child per day\nHow to book: Booking is done via e mailing p.h.j.hobbs@swansea.ac.uk\, eclearning@swansea.ac.uk\, or phoning 01792 602668 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/October-2024-workshop-English.jpg CATEGORIES:West Wales LOCATION:Firing Line Museum\, Castle Street\, Cardiff\, Wales GEO:51.481035;-3.182877 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Castle Street\, Cardiff\, W ales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Firing Line Museum:geo:51.481035,-3.182877 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:56@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241105T160000 DTSTAMP:20250914T155446Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/happy-haunts-at-cyfarthfa-2024- 10-29/ SUMMARY:Happy Haunts at Cyfarthfa DESCRIPTION:\nThis half-term\, Cyfarthfa Castle Museum is packed with excit ing events for all ages! From fun-filled activities to spooky surprises\, there's something for everyone. Keep your eyes peeled for some frightfully fun news about a special Halloween event in the park—perfect for the wh ole family. Get ready for a ghoulishly good time!\n\n\nStandard entry rate s apply*\n\n\nYr hanner tymor hwn\, mae Amgueddfa Castell Cyfarthfa yn lla wn dop o ddigwyddiadau cyffrous i bob oed! O weithgareddau llawn hwyl i sy rpreisys arswydus\, mae rhywbeth at ddant pawb. Cadwch eich llygaid ar ago r am newyddion brawychus o hwyl am ddigwyddiad Calan Gaeaf arbennig yn y p arc - perffaith i'r teulu cyfan. Paratowch am amser arswydus o dda!\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/462258338_1254515542616854_8938815327075571027_n.jpg CATEGORIES:South Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:168@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T123000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122400Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/clwb-ffilmiau-i-deuluoedd-digwy ddiad-arbennig-calan-gaeaf-2/ SUMMARY:Family Film Club: Halloween Special  DESCRIPTION:Family Film Club: Halloween Special \nTuesday 29 October\n10:3 0 am Suitable for ages 5+\n\n\n(Session at 1:30 pm - Suitable for ages 12+ )\nEar protectors are available from reception. Please ask our friendly te am for more information. Please call the gallery on 01792 516900 for film details. Under 10s must be accompanied by an adult\nFree\, no booking req uired. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/IMG_3138-small.jpg CATEGORIES:West Wales LOCATION:Oriel Glynn Vivian\, Glynn Vivian Art Gallery\, Swansea\, N/A\, SA 1 5DZ\, United Kingdom GEO:51.623615;-3.944518 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Glynn Vivian Art Gallery\, Swansea\, N/A\, SA1 5DZ\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Oriel Glynn Vivian:geo:51.623615,-3.944518 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:162@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T130000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122355Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/drop-in-family-workshop-autumna l-spells-quivering-quills-and-spooky-spells-at-wwt-llanelli-2/ SUMMARY:Drop-in Family Workshop: ‘Autumnal Spells’ Quivering quills and spooky spells (at WWT Llanelli) DESCRIPTION:The Dylan Thomas Centre and WWT Llanelli are teaming up to cele brate Words for Wetlands! Join us for a fun hands-on creative activity\, m aking quills\, learning how to make aged parchment\, and using both to cre ate a magical spooky spell! Dylan Thomas’ autumn poems will also help in spire us.\n\nEverything will be made using a range of recycled\, repurpose d and environmentally sustainable materials.  All the feathers used are naturally dropped and collected here at WWT!\n\nThis session takes place a t WWT Llanelli. Included in admission\, free for WWT members. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/Quills-workshop-smaller-images-4.jpg CATEGORIES:West Wales LOCATION:Llanelli Wetland Centre WWT\, Llwynhendy\, Llanelli\, SA14 9SH\, U nited Kingdom GEO:51.665049;-4.125361 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Llwynhendy\, Llanelli\, SA1 4 9SH\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Llanelli Wetland Centre WWT:geo:51.665049,-4.125361 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:204@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T150000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122423Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/calan-gaeaf-printmaking-worksho p-2/ SUMMARY:Calan Gaeaf Printmaking Workshop DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 'Calan Gaeaf'\, the first day of Winter and the spo oky season!\n\nJoin our team for spooky printmaking\, all materials are pr ovided.\n\nSuitable for children ages 8+ (all children museum be supervise d).\n\nTo book you space\, please email torfaenmuseum@outlook.com CATEGORIES:South Wales LOCATION:Pontypool Indoor Market\, Market Street\, Pontypool\, Torfaen\, NP 46JW\, United Kingdom GEO:51.702214;-3.041261 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Market Street\, Pontypool\, Torfaen\, NP46JW\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Pontypool In door Market:geo:51.702214,-3.041261 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:219@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T135000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122434Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/spooky-storytelling-3/ SUMMARY:Spooky Storytelling DESCRIPTION:1pm Session\nGet ready for a spine-tingling afternoon of Spooky Storytelling at Carmarthenshire Museum! Perfect for young adventurers age d 8 and above\, but younger explorers are welcome\, too.\nWe’re hosting two sessions with storyteller Rose Thorn on 29 October that will transport you into the world of ghostly tales and eerie legends.\nJoin us in the at mospheric surroundings of the museum\, where our storyteller will weave sp ooky stories of mystery and folklore. With two 50-minute sessions at 1pm a nd 2pm\, there’s plenty of opportunity to experience the thrills—but b eware\, space is limited! Each session can accommodate up to 20 brave soul s on a first-come\, first-served basis\, so arrive early to secure your sp ot.\nThe event is free\, but we recommend a £5 donation to support more a ctivities and events like these. We're sure you'll have a frightfully fun experience!\n\n\n\n\n \;\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/464401434_1150372603363230_6089670931573379455_n.jpg CATEGORIES:West Wales LOCATION:Carmarthenshire Museum\, Abergwili\, Carmarthen\, SA31 2JG\, Wales GEO:51.865585;-4.266925 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Abergwili\, Carmarthen\, SA 31 2JG\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Carmarthenshire Museum:geo:51.86 5585,-4.266925 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:185@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T153000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122411Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/family-film-club-halloween-spec ial-2/ SUMMARY:Family Film Club: Halloween Special DESCRIPTION:Family Film Club: Halloween Special \nTuesday 29 October\n1:30 pm - 3:30pm Suitable for ages 12+ \n\n(Also Available: 10:30am - 12: 30pm \, suitable for ages 5+)\n\nEar protectors are available from reception. P lease ask our friendly team for more information. Please call the gallery on 01792 516900 for film details. Under 10s must be accompanied by an adul t.\nFree\, no booking required. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/IMG_3138-small.jpg CATEGORIES:West Wales LOCATION:Glynn Vivian Art Gallery\, Glynn Vivian Art Gallery\, Swansea\, N/ A\, SA1 5DZ\, United Kingdom GEO:51.623615;-3.944518 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Glynn Vivian Art Gallery\, Swansea\, N/A\, SA1 5DZ\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Glynn Vivian Art Gallery:geo:51.623615,-3.944518 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:189@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T160000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122413Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/stories-music-workshop-with-cat rin-oneill-2/ SUMMARY:Stories & Music Workshop - with Catrin O'Neill DESCRIPTION:Join the talented Catrin O Neill to explore the wonderful museu m artefacts and with the help of Catrin make a story up about your favouri te thing\, through words pictures and music.\n\nThis session will be deliv ered in Welsh and English.\n\nFor aged 6 and above\n\nPlaces are limited\n \nAll children must be accompanied by an adult\n\nCHILDREN FREE\n\nACCOMPA NYING ADULT £2 (on the door)\n\nBook here\n\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/Aber-29-Nov-2024.jpeg CATEGORIES:Mid Wales LOCATION:Ceredigion Museum\, Coliseum\, Terrace Road\, Aberystwyth\, SY23 2 AQ\, Wales GEO:52.416239;-4.083733 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Coliseum\, Terrace Road\, A berystwyth\, SY23 2AQ\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Ceredigion Museum :geo:52.416239,-4.083733 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:221@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T145000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122435Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/spooky-storytelling-2-2/ SUMMARY:Spooky Storytelling DESCRIPTION:2pm Session\nGet ready for a spine-tingling afternoon of Spooky Storytelling at Carmarthenshire Museum! Perfect for young adventurers age d 8 and above\, but younger explorers are welcome\, too.\nWe’re hosting two sessions with storyteller Rose Thorn on 29 October that will transport you into the world of ghostly tales and eerie legends.\nJoin us in the at mospheric surroundings of the museum\, where our storyteller will weave sp ooky stories of mystery and folklore. With two 50-minute sessions at 1pm a nd 2pm\, there’s plenty of opportunity to experience the thrills—but b eware\, space is limited! Each session can accommodate up to 20 brave soul s on a first-come\, first-served basis\, so arrive early to secure your sp ot.\nThe event is free\, but we recommend a £5 donation to support more a ctivities and events like these. We're sure you'll have a frightfully fun experience!\n\n\n\n\n \;\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/464401434_1150372603363230_6089670931573379455_n.jpg CATEGORIES:West Wales LOCATION:Carmarthenshire Museum\, Abergwili\, Carmarthen\, SA31 2JG\, Wales GEO:51.865585;-4.266925 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Abergwili\, Carmarthen\, SA 31 2JG\, Wales;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Carmarthenshire Museum:geo:51.86 5585,-4.266925 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:164@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T160000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122358Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/quiet-family-workshop-autumnal- spells-quivering-quills-and-spooky-spells-wwt-llanelli-2/ SUMMARY:Quiet family workshop: ‘Autumnal Spells’ Quivering quills and s pooky spells WWT Llanelli DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for families who need a quieter workshop exper ience and is designed to be autism and neurodivergent friendly.\n\n \; \n\nThe Dylan Thomas Centre and WWT Llanelli are teaming up to celebrate W ords for Wetlands! Join us for a fun hands-on creative activity\, making q uills\, learning how to make aged parchment\, and using both to create a m agical spooky spell! Dylan Thomas’ autumn poems will also help inspire u s.\n\n \;\n\nAdditional staff will be on hand to support families with different sensory needs to take part in this activity.\n\n \;\n\nEver ything will be made using a range of recycled\, repurposed and environment ally sustainable materials. All feathers used are naturally dropped and c ollected here at WWT! There will be natural stick quills for those who do not want to use feathers.\n\n \;\n\nThis workshop will have a maximum capacity of 24. Please book your free group/family ticket here: https://ww w.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/swansea/dylan-thomas-centre\n\nThis session takes place at WWT Llanelli. Included in admission\, free for WWT members. \n\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/Quills-workshop-smaller-images-6.jpg CATEGORIES:West Wales LOCATION:Llanelli Wetland Centre WWT\, Llwynhendy\, Llanelli\, SA14 9SH\, U nited Kingdom GEO:51.665049;-4.125361 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Llwynhendy\, Llanelli\, SA1 4 9SH\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Llanelli Wetland Centre WWT:geo:51.665049,-4.125361 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:57@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241106T160000 DTSTAMP:20250914T155449Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/happy-haunts-at-cyfarthfa-2024- 10-30/ SUMMARY:Happy Haunts at Cyfarthfa DESCRIPTION:\nThis half-term\, Cyfarthfa Castle Museum is packed with excit ing events for all ages! From fun-filled activities to spooky surprises\, there's something for everyone. Keep your eyes peeled for some frightfully fun news about a special Halloween event in the park—perfect for the wh ole family. Get ready for a ghoulishly good time!\n\n\nStandard entry rate s apply*\n\n\nYr hanner tymor hwn\, mae Amgueddfa Castell Cyfarthfa yn lla wn dop o ddigwyddiadau cyffrous i bob oed! O weithgareddau llawn hwyl i sy rpreisys arswydus\, mae rhywbeth at ddant pawb. Cadwch eich llygaid ar ago r am newyddion brawychus o hwyl am ddigwyddiad Calan Gaeaf arbennig yn y p arc - perffaith i'r teulu cyfan. Paratowch am amser arswydus o dda!\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/462258338_1254515542616854_8938815327075571027_n.jpg CATEGORIES:South Wales END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:241@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T160000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122448Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/legends-and-lanterns-trail/ SUMMARY:Legends and Lanterns Trail DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Welsh Museums Festival 2024\n\nand join us for a\ n\nLEGENDS &\; LANTERNS TRAIL\n\nfind the lanterns and ghosts around th e museum\n\nand claim a goodie bag!\n\n \;\n\nFREE for children and fa milies\n\nDrop in anytime between\n\n10am and 4pm\n\nWednesday 30th Octobe r to Sunday 3rd November 2024\n\n \;\n\nand get crafty with us on\n\nW ednesday 30th October\n\nmake your own paper pumpkin\n\n \;\n\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2025/09/FED-2024-Mus-Fest-Poster-1.jpg LOCATION:Penmaenmawr Museum\, The Old Post Office\, Hen Ffordd Conwy\, Penm aenmawr\, Conwy\, LL34 6UU\, North Wales\, United Kingdom GEO:53.268514;-3.919677 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Old Post Office\, Hen F fordd Conwy\, Penmaenmawr\, Conwy\, LL34 6UU\, North Wales\, United Kingdo m;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Penmaenmawr Museum:geo:53.268514,-3.919677 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:175@museumsfederation.cymru DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T160000 DTSTAMP:20250925T122405Z URL:https://museumsfederation.cymru/events/halloween-half-term-workshop-ph antoms-and-phantasmagoria-4-2/ SUMMARY:Creative Dungeons and Dragons: Halloween Special DESCRIPTION:Creative Dungeons and Dragons: Halloween Special\nWednesday 30 October 2024\n10:30 am - 4:00 pm\nAre you between 12 and 16? Get creative and join in on a fantastical adventure inspired by the exhibition\, Heath er Phillipson\, Out of this World.\nParticipants are encouraged to dress u p as their Dungeons and Dragons character. Booking Essential. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://museumsfederation.cymru/wp-content/uploa ds/2024/10/Capture-small.jpg CATEGORIES:West Wales LOCATION:Glynn Vivian Art Gallery\, Glynn Vivian Art Gallery\, Swansea\, N/ A\, SA1 5DZ\, United Kingdom GEO:51.623615;-3.944518 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Glynn Vivian Art Gallery\, Swansea\, N/A\, SA1 5DZ\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Glynn Vivian Art Gallery:geo:51.623615,-3.944518 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20231029T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20240331T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20241027T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR