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Wales Online
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Amazing festivals and outdoor events to enjoy in Cardiff in 2025
With summer just around the corner, you are probably wondering what to do to keep everyone entertained. If you are looking for a fun and exciting day or night out or just a few hours away from the house, then look no further than these brilliant festivals, concerts and gigs in Cardiff. Keeping the children entertained is a familiar challenge for most parents. Luckily, you're spoilt for choice in Cardiff, with plenty of family-friendly activities also coming up for 2025. We have rounded up some of the most entertaining things to do, which are guaranteed to put smiles on faces. So, no matter what the weather's doing outside, there's no excuse for staying away from the city this summer and beyond. Tafwyl Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15 at Coopers Field - free event Bringing together the best of Welsh language music, arts and culture, alongside an array of street food and market stalls. There is a warm welcome for all at this free event, Welsh-speaker or not, so come along and join in the festival fun. Pride Cymru Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22 at Coopers Field -ticketed event (Image: Matthew Horwood) Pride Cymru is excited to host the biggest celebration of equality and diversity. Returning to Coopers Field in Cardiff, get ready for a show-stopping lineup of fantastic performers, the iconic parade, and a community market that's nothing short of fabulous. Cardiff Food and Drink Festival Friday, June 27 to Sunday, June 29 at Roald Dahl Plass - free entry The city's original celebration of homegrown produce and irresistible street food. Sample a vast array of food from local and national producers, stroll around the street food piazza, and enjoy the sounds of live music against the backdrop of the scenic waterfront. Stevie Wonder Wednesday, July 9 at Blackweir Live - ticketed event Stevie Wonder returns to Cardiff after over 50 years, headlining Blackweir Live with timeless hits like 'Superstition' and 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered'. His 'Love, Light & Song' tour promises a legendary night of soul and joy under the Welsh sky. Blackweir Live is a brand-new series of shows in Cardiff, with an unmissable line-up of shows this summer, which also includes Alanis Morissette, Noah Kahan, Slayer, and Kings of Leon. Cardiff Bay Family Fun Park Saturday, July 19 to Monday, August 25 at Roald Dahl Plass - free entry This family favourite returns to Cardiff Bay this Summer. Roald Dahl Plass will be filled with family funfair attractions, food and drink and a packed programme of free family entertainment. Or why not hop on the big wheel for the best views of the waterfront? DEPOT in the Castle Saturday, July 26 at Cardiff Castle - ticketed events Jess Glynne leads a vibrant, multi-genre lineup at Cardiff Castle's home-grown summer festival. Expect chart-toppers and festival favourites from Maximo Park, Sigma, Kate Nash, and more. A family-friendly celebration packed with energy, nostalgia, and the iconic DEPOT party spirit, the venue is also set to welcome headline shows from artists including Sting, James, Faithless, Tom Jones, Elbow, Funeral For A Friend and more at TK Maxx presents DEPOT Live at Cardiff Castle. The Hundred Saturday, August 9 to Sunday, August 24 atSophia Gardens -ticketed events Cardiff-based team Welsh Fire will be back for four exciting matches in The Hundred. This thrilling 100-ball cricket tournament combines top-tier cricket with blockbuster entertainment, and has built a reputation as a summer sporting staple event. Amgueddfa Cymru Food Festival Saturday, September 13 and Sunday, September 14 atSt Fagans National Museum of History -free entry (Image: Aled Llywelyn) A firm favourite in Wales' foodie calendar, St Fagans comes alive with more than 80 food, drink and craft stalls nestled among the historic buildings. Enjoy a feast of family-friendly foodie activities, cookery demos, tasty treats and live music from some of Wales' finest producers. Adventure Cinema Thursday, September 18 to Sunday, September 21 atCardiff Castle - ticketed events It's time for summer, and the one of the UK's top outdoor cinema experiences has everything perfectly scripted to make this one to remember. Adventure Cinema will be screening Dirty Dancing, The Greatest Showman, and Star Wars: A New Hope. Cardiff Music City Festival Friday, October 3 to Saturday, October 18 - ticketed events A two-week-long celebration of gigs, happenings, installations and pop-ups, harnessing the power of music, performance and tech to unite and inspire. The festival is taking place throughout venues and spaces across the city for a second year this autumn. Make it a night to remember Why not stay overnight and make the most of your visit? There's too much on offer for just one day in Cardiff, so why not make a night of it and enjoy an overnight stay in one of the capital's hotels?
Business News Wales
22-05-2025
- Business
- Business News Wales
Principality Building Society Named Headline Sponsor of Pride Cymru for Third Consecutive Year
HUW JOHN, CARDIFF – pictureshuwjohn@ Principality Building Society sponsorship Pride Cymru 2024, Cardiff Pride Cymru has announced that Principality Building Society is headline sponsor for the third year running, as part of its main stage sponsorship deal. Wales' largest not-for-profit LGBTQ+ group, which this year celebrates its 26th anniversary of advocating for inclusion and equality, is set to host the annual weekend event from June 21 in Cooper's Field, Bute Park, Cardiff. The event is expected to attract over 50,000 people to the city, with the parade at the heart of the celebration, bringing together thousands of individuals to march in solidarity and pride. Principality Building Society, Wales' largest, recently announced their long-term commitment to high streets and the community until at least 2030. Principality colleagues will join the march and branding will be visible across the event as the organisation continues their commitment to being an ally to the LGBTQ+ community, and to creating a fairer society. Principality plans to further support Pride events across Wales, including the return of Cardiff Half Marathon's Rainbow Roundabout at this year's event on Sunday October 5. The roundabout, which participants pass twice between miles 10 and 12, gives runners a boost of a vibrant and colourful atmosphere. Vicky Wales, Chief Customer Officer at Principality Building Society, said: 'We're delighted to once again be headline sponsors of Pride Cymru. As a responsible business, we are committed to championing inclusivity, belonging and advocating for a fairer society. 'Thanks to the passion and dedication of our Pride network, colleagues, their friends and families come together in strength for the march – creating an incredible atmosphere every year. I have no doubt this year will be any different, and I am really looking forward to it.' Gian Molinu, Chair of Pride Cymru said: 'We're delighted to welcome back Principality Building Society as our Main Stage sponsor. 'Over the last three years, Principality has worked closely with us to make sure Wales' national Pride event is able to go ahead in a safe and engaging way. 'We thank everyone at Principality Building Society for their continued commitment and their allyship.' Matt Newman, Chief Executive at Run 4 Wales, said: 'We're so pleased to be continuing our partnership with Principality Building Society and Pride Cymru on the return of the Principality Rainbow Roundabout. 'This will be the third year the inclusive course entertainment zone will appear at the Cardiff Half and runner feedback has always been fantastic. 'Not only is it a great symbol of inclusivity showing that the Cardiff Half is welcoming to all, but its position at miles 10 and 12 really helps to motivate runners when they need it most. 'The Principality Rainbow Roundabout always gives so much vibrancy and positivity and has become an area the runners look forward to reaching as they make their way towards the finish line.'
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
Wales' papers: Benidorm death murder probe and water company fined over sewage breaches
Man's Benidorm death now homicide probe, family says Pride Cymru ban involvement of political parties Welsh Water fined £1.3m for 'negligent' monitoring Western Mail Daily Post South Wales Evening Post The Flintshire Leader South Wales Echo The Wrexham Leader South Wales Argus Abergavenny Chronicle Monmouthshire Beacon Brecon & Radnor Express Cambrian News Tenby Observer Barry and District News Penarth Times Free Press Series
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Pride Cymru ban involvement of political parties
Wales' biggest Pride event has banned political party involvement in solidarity with the transgender community. Pride Cymru said this was in "response to community feedback" and a request from the Trans Safety Network to "ensure the safety" of attendees in Cardiff. Earlier this week, Birmingham, Brighton, London and Manchester Prides announced that political parties would not be welcome at their events in an official capacity until they demonstrated a "tangible commitment to trans rights". The announcement comes after the Supreme Court ruled that the term "woman" in the Equality Act was defined by biological sex. The ruling was welcomed by some campaigners representing lesbian, gay and bisexual people who say it protects single-sex groups, while others shared concerns about the impact on the trans community. Pride Cymru said individuals who belong to political parties can attend the event on 21 and 22 June, but not as representatives. In an open letter urging organisers to ban political involvement, the Trans Safety Network said: "Our trans, non-binary and intersex communities are under an ideological attack right now. Politicians are openly debating how to remove our basic human rights. "Pride is and always has been a protest. It is a chance for all members of the LGBTQIA+ community to show solidarity." UK Pride groups suspend involvement of political parties Glasgow Pride bans political parties over gender 'inaction' The recent Supreme Court ruling clarified existing equality laws, and means that the term "woman" in the Equality Act refers solely to biological women. The legal dispute began in 2018, when the Scottish Parliament passed a bill designed to ensure gender balance on public sector boards. For Women Scotland complained that ministers had included transgender people as part of the quotas in that law. After the ruling they said women could "now feel safe that services and spaces designated for women are for women". The ruling was also welcomed by some other gender critical groups including Scottish Lesbians, which describes itself as a grassroots campaigning organisation with around 70 members, made up of "lesbians of all ages across Scotland." Directors of the group, which made submissions to the Supreme Court in the case, told the BBC: "The Supreme Court decision, which was a clarification of existing law, protects the rights of lesbians as same-sex attracted women. "As lesbians we're very relieved that our rights have been protected, and disappointed that Pride has once again abandoned lesbians." Some UK organisations - including in sport and politics - have changed or updated their policies around single-sex teams and spaces such as toilets and changing rooms in response to the ruling. The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), which enforces equalities law and provides guidance to policymakers, issued interim guidance for service providers which said access to such spaces must be based on biological sex. The EHRC said the impact of the ruling was that "if somebody identifies as trans, they do not change sex for the purposes of the [Equality] Act, even if they have a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC)". In this respect, the EHRC says, "a trans woman is a biological man" and "a trans man is a biological woman". As part of the judgement, Supreme Court judge Lord Hodge stressed that the law still gave protection against discrimination to transgender people. The four Pride groups which took the decision to exclude political parties represent some of the most popular Pride groups in the UK, with a combined average attendance of over one million people. A statement from the group of Pride organisers said there was a "disturbing global trend... where LGBTQ+ rights are being systematically rolled back". It said the Supreme Court ruling "underscores the urgent need for immediate action", adding that the move to suspend political party participation was a "refusal to platform those who have not protected our rights". The groups have called for "full and enforceable protections under the Equality Act", "timely and dignified access to NHS gender-affirming healthcare", a reform of the gender recognition certificate process and "sustainable funding for trans-led services and support organisations across the UK". Birmingham Pride had already announced its own ban on some political parties, as had Belfast and Southampton Pride events. Glasgow Pride has also banned political parties from this year's festival. Political parties are often involved in marches and demonstrations at Pride, often with notable politicians using the opportunity to share their parties' beliefs around LGBT+ issues. Mark Drakeford and Vaughan Gething have previously attended Cardiff Pride in a political capacity. Sir Keir Starmer, Sir Ed Davey, Carla Denyer and Boris Johnson have also all previously publicly attended Pride marches. A spokesperson for LGBT+ Lib Dems said the group was "sickened to our core" at the ban, and accused Pride organisers of creating a "blanket suspension" which was "lumping them in" with other political parties. They told the BBC: "We look forward to a constructive dialogue with Pride organisers so we can come back bigger and better." LGBT+ Conservatives said it was "dismayed that community organisations who were established to promote inclusion - and who are in receipt of public funds - have unilaterally decided, without consultation, to ban all party political organisations". Labour, Plaid Cymru, The Green Party and Reform have been contacted for comment. From a stage in a lorry to party of 50,000 Firms accused of 'rainbow-washing' ahead of Pride Gender ruling offers clarity after years of ambiguity
BBC News
15-05-2025
- Politics
- BBC News
Cardiff: Pride Cymru bans political party attendance
Wales' biggest Pride event has banned political party involvement in solidarity with the transgender community. Pride Cymru said this was in "response to community feedback" and a request from the Trans Safety Network to "ensure the safety" of attendees in Cardiff. Earlier this week, Birmingham, Brighton, London and Manchester Prides announced that political parties would not be welcome at their events in an official capacity until they demonstrated a "tangible commitment to trans rights".The announcement comes after the Supreme Court ruled that the term "woman" in the Equality Act was defined by biological sex. The ruling was welcomed by some campaigners representing lesbian, gay and bisexual people who say it protects single-sex groups, while others shared concerns about the impact on the trans Cymru said individuals who belong to political parties can attend the event on 21 and 22 June, but not as an open letter urging organisers to ban political involvement, the Trans Safety Network said: "Our trans, non-binary and intersex communities are under an ideological attack right now. Politicians are openly debating how to remove our basic human rights."Pride is and always has been a protest. It is a chance for all members of the LGBTQIA+ community to show solidarity." The recent Supreme Court ruling clarified existing equality laws, and means that the term "woman" in the Equality Act refers solely to biological legal dispute began in 2018, when the Scottish Parliament passed a bill designed to ensure gender balance on public sector Women Scotland complained that ministers had included transgender people as part of the quotas in that the ruling they said women could "now feel safe that services and spaces designated for women are for women".The ruling was also welcomed by some other gender critical groups including Scottish Lesbians, which describes itself as a grassroots campaigning organisation with around 70 members, made up of "lesbians of all ages across Scotland."Directors of the group, which made submissions to the Supreme Court in the case, told the BBC: "The Supreme Court decision, which was a clarification of existing law, protects the rights of lesbians as same-sex attracted women."As lesbians we're very relieved that our rights have been protected, and disappointed that Pride has once again abandoned lesbians."Some UK organisations - including in sport and politics - have changed or updated their policies around single-sex teams and spaces such as toilets and changing rooms in response to the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), which enforces equalities law and provides guidance to policymakers, issued interim guidance for service providers which said access to such spaces must be based on biological EHRC said the impact of the ruling was that "if somebody identifies as trans, they do not change sex for the purposes of the [Equality] Act, even if they have a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC)".In this respect, the EHRC says, "a trans woman is a biological man" and "a trans man is a biological woman".As part of the judgement, Supreme Court judge Lord Hodge stressed that the law still gave protection against discrimination to transgender people. The four Pride groups which took the decision to exclude political parties represent some of the most popular Pride groups in the UK, with a combined average attendance of over one million people.A statement from the group of Pride organisers said there was a "disturbing global trend... where LGBTQ+ rights are being systematically rolled back".It said the Supreme Court ruling "underscores the urgent need for immediate action", adding that the move to suspend political party participation was a "refusal to platform those who have not protected our rights".The groups have called for "full and enforceable protections under the Equality Act", "timely and dignified access to NHS gender-affirming healthcare", a reform of the gender recognition certificate process and "sustainable funding for trans-led services and support organisations across the UK".Birmingham Pride had already announced its own ban on some political parties, as had Belfast and Southampton Pride events. Glasgow Pride has also banned political parties from this year's festival. Political parties are often involved in marches and demonstrations at Pride, often with notable politicians using the opportunity to share their parties' beliefs around LGBT+ Drakeford and Vaughan Gething have previously attended Cardiff Pride in a political capacity. Sir Keir Starmer, Sir Ed Davey, Carla Denyer and Boris Johnson have also all previously publicly attended Pride marches.A spokesperson for LGBT+ Lib Dems said the group was "sickened to our core" at the ban, and accused Pride organisers of creating a "blanket suspension" which was "lumping them in" with other political told the BBC: "We look forward to a constructive dialogue with Pride organisers so we can come back bigger and better."
