05/06/2026
Always the best crowd 🤩🤎
Cwmbran’s biggest community celebration is back this summer, with the Cwmbran Big Event returning to the Boating Lake on Saturday 13 June 2026, running from 12pm to 5pm.
Organised by Cwmbran Community Council, the much‑loved event will once again bring residents and visitors together for a full afternoon of free activities, live entertainment and family‑friendly fun.
🎨 Activities for children and families, Young visitors will be spoilt for choice, with:
Torfaen Play crafts - hands‑on arts and crafts
Dinomania shows - always a crowd favourite
Skateboard and BMX workshops
Hip‑hop culture classes
Climbing wall
Bumper cars and inflatables
Face painting
Sports sessions led by Torfaen Sports Development
🎶 Live entertainment
The main stage will feature performances from:
The Mighty Party Band
Supernatural
Katie Rands
🐶 A dog show organised by All Creatures Great & Small Animal Sanctuary will also take place.
🐴 New for 2026
Animals Interactive will be bringing along a pony and an alpaca, giving families the chance to enjoy grooming sessions and learn more about these gentle animals.
🛍️ Local stalls and food
Artisan food and craft stalls, organised by Torfaen & Gwent Small Business Markets, will showcase local makers, bakers and small businesses.
🚌 Free Park & Ride- To make the event even easier to attend, a free Park & Ride will run between Cwmbran Town Centre and the Boating Lake from 12pm to 5.30pm. Pick‑up point: the bus stop in the Asda car park.
A spokesperson for Cwmbran Community Council: "The Big Event is always a fantastic community occasion that highlights the very best of Cwmbran. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to the Boating Lake for what promises to be another memorable day.”
The event is backed by sponsors and supporters, including Sidoli’s, Cwmbran Boathouse Café, Rubin Lewis O’Brien, and Croesyceiliog & Llanyrafon Community Council.
📸 A dance display from the 2025 Cwmbran Big Event