Newport weekend round-up: Pirates in the Port, gigs, theatre
Kicking off the weekend on Saturday, May 31, is the Pirates In The Port Sea Shanty Festival.
(Image: Supplied) The event, organised by local Welsh shanty group Bois Y Bryn, will bring the tradition of sea shanties and folk music to life.
From 11am to 7pm, multiple venues in the city centre, including The Riverfront Theatre, will host this lively festival.
Entry is free and no booking is required.
On the same day, Brazilian thrash crossover band Ratos De Porão will perform at The Cab, Newport.
(Image: Supplied) The intimate gig, supported by bands Harrowed, Zero Again, Rank, and Mortal Karcass, will start at 6.30pm.
A small number of tickets will be available on the door.
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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time continues its run at the Dolman Theatre.
Presented by Dolman Theatreworks, the play tells the story of a gifted boy, Christopher Boone, who embarks on a journey of self-discovery while investigating the killing of a dog.
The show will be performed on Saturday, May 31, at 7.15pm.
Sunday, June 1, sees the return of the free family event, A Teddy Bears Picnic, at the top of Beechwood Park.
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From 2pm to 5pm, attendees can enjoy a cartoon character disco, inflatable slides and castles, face painting, dance act performances, musical performances, bubble fun, a parrot display, and more.
Families are encouraged to bring their favourite teddy and a picnic blanket.
With such a wide range of activities on offer, there's no shortage of things to do in Newport this weekend.
Whether you're a music lover, theatre enthusiast, or looking for a fun family day out, Newport has it all.
So, whether you're planning to sing along with the shanty singers, rock out to Ratos De Porão, watch the adventures of Christopher Boone, or join in the fun at the Teddy Bears Picnic, Newport has a weekend full of activities to round off half-term.
Enjoy the festivities and make the most of the weekend.
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