Rhayader hosts a variety of events all year round, ranging from Carnival week, Round the lakes races, cycling events, arts exhibitions and many more.
Are you a charitable organisation who wants to promote an event in Rhayader and District? Are you a registered Rhayader 2000 member who has an event happening?
The Mid Wales Heritage Hunt map is a handy guide to places you might enjoy visiting if you want to find out more about Rhayader and Mid Wales, like history or stories. Hard copies are available from most venues, with TimeScape Rhayader and Quillies in Rhayader having some available in the shop.
Step back in time and celebrate the best of the 70s and 80s! Join us at Rhayader Football Club on Saturday, May 23rd, from 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM for a night full of retro vibes, great food, and fantastic entertainment. Enjoy a mix of classic hits, music, disco, and karaoke Hit the dance floor in your best retro outfit – fancy dress is very welcome! Tuck into a delicious hog roast served from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Tickets are £15 per person, including the hog roast This event is proudly held in aid of Arches Dial-a-Ride, supporting a great local cause. Tickets are available from The Arches – don’t miss out on a night of nostalgia, fun, and community spirit!
Back for 2026! Rhayader Evening Motocross Cwmythig Hill, Rhayader, Mid Wales 1st Race: 6:30pm Classes for: Group 1 - Pro/Experts, Group 2 - Clubman/Veterans, Group 3 - Novices/Ladies Full Trackside PA System - Catering Units - Licensed Bar - Trade Stands
3:00 pm – The gates swing open, welcoming all enthusiasts and thrill-seekers. 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm – Sign-on period for participants, ensuring everyone is set for the action. 5:30 pm – Practice rounds kick-off, giving riders a chance to get acquainted with the course. 6:30 pm – The intensity ramps up as the first race launches, setting the tone for an electrifying evening. Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with speed, competition, and the thrill of motorsport. Whether you’re racing or cheering from the stands, the event promises high-octane excitement and nail-biting action. Stay tuned for further details and surprises that await at this sensational racing extravaganza! Don’t miss out on the rush of the races and the excitement of the ‘Dash for Cash’ Grand Final.
📅 Date for your diaries!
We’re raising money for the talented young actors and actresses of The Wye Kidz Youth Theatre by Rhayader Players 🎭✨
All money raised will go towards helping them put on their performance of Peter Pan this July — and we can’t wait to see them shine on stage!
Make sure you stick it in your diary and bring a few friends along too. Your support means everything! 💫Eyes down 7pm
A special ride for a special night - riding through the night and breakfasting as the sun rises over the Alyn Wallace memorial (supplement to include a light breakfast)
The Enduro World Championship returns to Wales for the season finale - and this time, it’s bigger than ever. Over three days of world-class racing, the fastest riders on the planet will battle across the famous Welsh hills for the ultimate prize: the EnduroGP World Championship crown.
Chasing 'Perseids" under the darkest skies
As a round of the FIA European Rally Championship and the Probite British Rally Championship, the event continues to attract some of the world’s most aspiring rally drivers and delivers a significant global media coverage with all the action broadcast live in partnership with WRC Promoter. There will be a spectacle at the Smithfield in Rhayader and 2 epic Cwm Elan Stages on the Saturday!
The best time to see the night sky in all its glory
The beauty of the full moon over the water with the stars in attendance
Chasing 'Draconids' under the darkest skies
The stars may play tricks tonight!
A magical ride under the stars on the shortest day