Hay Festival Winter Weekend 2025

Take in the beauty of the booktown in the Christmas season, and be part of the Hay-on-Wye festival extravaganza this Festival Friday to kick off your evening of festive fun.

Memorial Square will be filled with festive spirit: watch as Santa passes by on a steam engine, partake in Christmas activities, and grab a delicious bite to eat and a warming drink ahead of the main event.

On this magical occasion, with Hay Castle as your backdrop, watch as the Christmas lights are switched on by Hay-on-Wye’s Citizen of the Year and a special guest, following in the footsteps of previous guests including Miriam Margoyles, Hamza Yassin and Luke Evans.

Co-hosted by Hay Town Council and Hay Chamber of Commerce.

Across the Weekend, we will host a series of Hay Festival Make & Take events inspiring young creators to turn their ideas into reality. Each day will feature a unique seasonal theme with a variety of activities. These sessions are ideal for children aged 3 to 11, allowing them to express their artistic talents while enjoying the festive atmosphere. With plenty of exciting activities planned, your kids will delight in crafting their own incredible creations to bring home.

Make and Take will be back at Hay Festival in the Spring

Across the Weekend, we will host a series of Hay Festival Make & Take events inspiring young creators to turn their ideas into reality. Each day will feature a unique seasonal theme with a variety of activities. These sessions are ideal for children aged 3 to 11, allowing them to express their artistic talents while enjoying the festive atmosphere. With plenty of exciting activities planned, your kids will delight in crafting their own incredible creations to bring home.

Make and Take will be back at Hay Festival in the Spring

Across the Weekend, we will host a series of Hay Festival Make & Take events inspiring young creators to turn their ideas into reality. Each day will feature a unique seasonal theme with a variety of activities. These sessions are ideal for children aged 3 to 11, allowing them to express their artistic talents while enjoying the festive atmosphere. With plenty of exciting activities planned, your kids will delight in crafting their own incredible creations to bring home.

Make and Take will be back at Hay Festival in the Spring

Across the Weekend, we will host a series of Hay Festival Make & Take events inspiring young creators to turn their ideas into reality. Each day will feature a unique seasonal theme with a variety of activities. These sessions are ideal for children aged 3 to 11, allowing them to express their artistic talents while enjoying the festive atmosphere. With plenty of exciting activities planned, your kids will delight in crafting their own incredible creations to bring home.

Make and Take will be back at Hay Festival in the Spring