Here are the best events happening in Gwent this weekend
The community event will have free activities, live performances, and family fun.
The Cwmbran Big Event is returning this weekend (Image: Supplied) Children can enjoy arts and crafts, whale circus shows, a skateboard academy, hip hop culture classes, laser tag, inflatables, and face painting.
Torfaen Sports Development will be running sports sessions.
There will be live music from local performers, including No One Knows, Mics & Fins, and The Revamps.
A dog show organised by All Creatures Great & Small Animal Sanctuary will also take place.
Artisan food and craft stalls will showcase local talent and produce.
A spokesperson for Cwmbran Community Council said: "The Big Event is always a fantastic community occasion that highlights the best of Cwmbran.
"We look forward to welcoming everyone back to the Boating Lake for what promises to be another memorable day."
The Legion Music Festival will liven up Usk with free entry on Saturday, June 14, from 6pm to 10pm.
The Legion Music Festival (Image: Supplied) Regular open mic night performers such as Daisymae, Katielou, Jamie T, and Gums 'n' Noses will entertain with a variety of musical genres.
The same date will see Tintern Abbey host Brother Thomas, the Cellarer, for a historical event from 10.30am to 4.30pm.
(Image: Supplied) Visitors can travel back in time to learn about monk life at the abbey.
Normal admission prices apply for this event.
On Sunday, June 15, the Uskonbury Festival will take place at the Greyhound Inn & Hotel from 12pm to 9pm.
(Image: Supplied) This family-friendly festival will feature live music and a range of homemade food and drinks.
Kids' activities, a craft makers market, and more will also be on offer.
The festival will raise funds for the DPJ Foundation, a charity supporting those in agriculture and rural communities with mental health challenges.
Tickets are £20 for adults and £10 for children.
Under 5s can enter for free, and under 12s will require a child ticket.
More details on these events can be found on the respective organisers' websites and social media pages.
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