A music and nature festival is set to begin this weekend.
Elan Fest 2026, a two-day festival celebrating the best of Mid Wales, will take place at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre.
The festival will run from Saturday, September 12, to Sunday, September 13, from 9am to 5pm.
The event promises a weekend packed with local musicians, artisan producers, outdoor experiences, and family-friendly entertainment.
The festival is free to attend, with additional activities available for a small charge.
On Sunday, dog lovers are invited to bring their pets to the Fun Family Dog Show, where dogs can compete for the title of King or Queen of the Valley.
The show includes eight categories, such as 'Cutest Puppy', 'Junior Handler', 'Terrific Trick', and 'Golden Oldie'.
Entry is £3 per dog.
Music enthusiasts can look forward to live performances from local artists, including Owen Shiers, Marc Harpham, Kidd Raven, and The Outlaws of Babylon.
An artisan market will also be available, showcasing local food, crafts, and produce.
Special activities have been organised to allow visitors to experience the landscape in unique ways.
These include guided kayaking sessions on the reservoir, planetarium sessions celebrating International Dark Sky Park status, archery taster sessions, forest bathing experiences, a Welsh learners guided walk, and yoga sessions hosted at Pen y Garreg Dam.
Families will have a range of activities to choose from, including face painting, a bouncy castle, Ozzy horse and carriage rides, woodland trails, orienteering, and bike hire.
A festival 'Dam Open Day' will also be held, offering visitors the opportunity to step inside Elan Valley's iconic Pen y Garreg Dam.
The dam continues to supply water to Birmingham over a century after its construction.
Pre-booking for this activity is advisable.
Elan Fest is part of Elan Valley's annual programme of events designed to connect visitors with the landscape while supporting local artists, performers, and businesses.
For full event details and activity bookings, visit elan-valley.co.uk/events/elan-fest/.
The festival will showcase the very best of Mid Wales, promising a fun-filled weekend for all attendees.
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