Welcome to Abergavenny Eisteddfod Y Fenni

- the annual arts event for young people and adults with dance, drama, music and writing competitions for everyone, regardless of your language or where you live.

How to enter - Competitors aged 5 -11

The Abergavenny Eisteddfod is open to any competitors, wherever they live, if they want to compete in either Welsh or English, and if they are individuals or part of a school, club or other organisation. Read more

How to enter - Competitors aged 11-14

Anyone aged 11-14 is welcome to enter. You don't have to live locally and you can compete in either Welsh or English. Read more

NEW! How to enter - Competitors 11-18 yrs

Competitors aged 11-18 will be included in the adult Eisteddfod on Saturday 5th July, 2025. The Eisteddfod is open to any competitors, wherever they live. Read more

Visiting the Abergavenny Eisteddfod

Visitors are welcome, to support performers and applaud the talent on show! We hold the events in Welsh and English so that everyone can understand and enjoy them. Read more

History

Between 1834 and 1853, ten eisteddfodau were held in Abergavenny, organised by Cymreigyddion Y Fenni, the Welsh language society which still meets today. Read more about the Eisteddfod's History

About the Eisteddfod

The Abergavenny Eisteddfod aims to provide a safe, supportive environment for children and young people to practise their performance skills through the medium of English or Welsh. Read more