Music Festivals 2026

The Brecon Beacons provide a dramatic backdrop for sound, whether it is an indie band playing under the Sugar Loaf mountain or a violin concerto in a cathedral.

Green Man Festival

Dates: August 20 – 23, 2026
Location: Near Crickhowell (55 mins drive).

Green Man is the jewel in the Welsh festival crown. It is fiercely independent, rejecting corporate sponsorship for a "festival-goer first" ethos. Adult weekend tickets are confirmed at £296. If you have a Settler's Pass to camp early, staying at Brecon Oak the weekend prior gives you the perfect staging post.

Brecon Jazz Festival

Dates: August 7 – 9, 2026
Location: Brecon (30 mins drive).
A curated mix of concert-hall performances and a vibrant street "fringe." You can enjoy the festival atmosphere in the town’s pubs and cafes without necessarily needing an expensive ticket.

Llandovery Motorbike Weekend

Dates: Early July 2026 (Projected).
For a different kind of "music"—the roar of engines and live rock bands. This event celebrates Llandovery’s status as a biker-friendly town. It is loud, energetic, and features a bike show with categories for Vintage and Japanese machines.