Family Friendly Events in Swansea
Swansea is the perfect place for family friendly fun, come rain or shine. There’s a range of incredible museums and galleries to explore, which showcase exhibitions year round and host workshops throughout the half term and school holiday periods.
Check out the events listings below to find all the great family events happening in the city all year round – from your favourite characters appearing on stage in the Grand Theatre and Swansea Arena, to exploring the rainforests at Plantasia, to Halloween fun and of course the annual Christmas Parade!
And don’t forget, as well as events - there’s nothing better than a trip to the beach and a splash in the sea!
Enjoying Swansea as a family doesn’t have to break the bank either, with plenty of free things to do and free events too.
Check out the blog for more family fun ideas
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Step into Summer and Enjoy June
With summer officially in full swing, check out our top recommendations to help you enjoy the sunny weather. Gŵyl Tawe - Swansea’s Welsh Language-Led Festival Gŵyl Tawe returns this Saturday 6 June, bringing…
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Father's Day the Swansea Bay way
When is Father’s Day? Consider this your gentle reminder: Father’s Day is on Sunday 21st June 2026! If you’re bored of traditional gifts, with “I don’t need anything” ringing in your ears…
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Best Spots in Swansea Bay, Mumbles and Gower for Afternoon Tea
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The May Half Term Survival Guide: Your Weather-Proof Family Holiday Plan for Swansea Bay
Planning the perfect Whitsun break can feel like a game of weather-forecast roulette. One minute you’re dreaming of a velvety ice cream on a sun-drenched Gower beach; next you’re wondering how to keep the kids…
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Enjoy May in Swansea
Make memories this May, no matter what your budget! With two bank holidays on the horizon, check out our top recommendations to help you make the most of those long weekends and the half-term holiday. Live music. Sea air. Summer…