Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru - y Garreg Las
This year, we are celebrating the 850th anniversary of the first ever Eisteddfod held at Cardigan Castle in 1176.
The National Eisteddfod of Wales will visit the Garreg Las area between 01 and 08 August 2026.
Llantood in north Pembrokeshire will be the home of the festival, but the Garreg Las area covers south Ceredigion, west Carmarthenshire and the whole of Pembrokeshire.
This is a special song by primary school pupils in the Garreg Las area to welcome the National Eisteddfod. Search for Croeso i Fro’r Garreg Las' on all digital streaming platforms, and enjoy listening to the young voices of the area.
Travel
Bws yr Arglwydd Rhys, a shuttle bus service, will travel between Cardigan and the Maes throughout the week between 7am and 12 midnight.
The bus will:
- depart from Finch Square, Cardigan on the hour, every hour.
- depart from the Eisteddfod Maes on the half hour, every hour.
- be completely free of charge, and there will be no need to book in advance.
More information on how to get to the Maes is available on the Eisteddfod's website: Getting to the Maes
Timetable
A full schedule of activities and competitions taking place during the week is available on the National Eisteddfod of Wales website.
A series of events will be held in collaboration between Ceredigion County Council, Pembrokeshire County Council and Carmarthenshire County Council in the 'Pentre'r Garreg Las' area of the Maes.
Decorating Project
Do you remember the beautiful flags leading the way to Tregaron in 2022? Why not get creative again this year to welcome Y Garreg Las? More information and creative ideas can be found on the Eisteddfod's 2026 decorating project page.
Useful Links
- Visit the National Eisteddfod's website for a full list of events and activities, how to book tickets, and much more
- For ideas on places to visit, places to eat and accommodation in Ceredigion, visit the Discover Ceredigion website
- Find out more about the eisteddfod tradition in Ceredigion
News
Primary pupils from the Garreg Las area unite to launch special song
Bws yr Arglwydd Rhys shuttle bus to operate between Cardigan and Eisteddfod y Garreg Las