6 Nations rugby returns to Swansea’s Big Screen this weekend with England taking on Italy in Rome on Saturday, kicking off at 4pm.
And following a nail biting win over Ireland last Sunday, Wales are hoping to make it two out of two at home to Scotland on 12 February. Catch all the action in Castle Square from 3pm.
The only game not to feature on the screen is France v Ireland on 11 February, but every other game will be shown including all Wales rugby games. Cymru am byth!
It's going to be a very busy month in Swansea if you are interested the cultural side. Swansea Museum have the Isle of Wight Festival Exhibition, along with the Home Textile Exhibition and the Local History book Fair.
The National Waterfront Museum will be hosting 'Tarnished Earth: an exhibition of devastating power' which tells the story of one of the world's biggest ecological disasters.
For fans of legendary poet, Dylan Thomas, the Dylan Thomas Festival returns for the 14th year which features the talents of Sarah Waters, Simon Armitage and Pete Brown, amongst others.
Before the Glynn Vivian Art Gallery closes on 30 October, there will be a series of free workshops, free art events and live bands. While there are also expert workshops taking place at the West Glamorgan Archives.
Discover Swansea this October...
There are so many events and activities taking place over the final bank holiday weekend, you will not know what to do or where to go first.
Well, let us help you......
Starting on Saturday, why not go for an early morning walk through the beautiful Singleton Botanical Gardens during the final weekend of Botanics in Bloom. From there you can take the whole family to World Party 2011 where you can find live music, belly dancers, Indian and Filipino dancers plus much more. Finally why not head on over to the Brangwyn Hall for the Swansea Bay Beer Festival where you can sample beers from all over the country?
World Party 2011 will be a great day out for all the family
Weather reports are suggesting Sunday will be the best day of the weekend so it would be rude not to spend it outdoors, wouldn't it? Take the family for a stroll down Swansea Prom, having a ride on the pedaloes in Singleton Boating Lake and riding the Swansea Bay Rider along the way. Have a quick round of mini golf in Southend Gardens and then enjoy the Mumbles Raft Race with a Joe's ice-cream. Mmmmmmm.....
Why not take the kids down to Singleton Park for a ride in the pedaloes?
Monday would be a great opportunity to visit Plantasia or Pirate & Smugglers Week at the Gower Heritage Centre. Or for the more cultural side of you, there are many fascinating exhibitions at Swansea Museum, Dylan Thomas Centre and the Glynn Vivian Art Gallery.
For a full list of events this weekend, visit Swansea Bay Summer Festival. Have a lovely Bank Holiday Weekend.
The Gower Rock Festival returns for a 4th year this weekend at the Gower Heritage Centre, Parkmill. From Friday 22 - Sunday 24 July, a whole host of rock bands will be performing including headliners, 'We Are Animal' on the Saturday night.
Other music related events taking place in Swansea include The Gower Bluegrass Festival, Miller by Moonlight and World Party 2011.
Is your dad or your grandad a vehicle enthusiast? Then why not take them to the National Transport festival of Wales in Landore, Swansea, where around 500 cars, bikes, buses and trucks will be on display?
Take your dad to Plantasia where he can get free entry for one day only, or why not join your dad on a father's day walk along Swansea Prom?
There are also tickets remaining for the masters of kung-fu show "Shaolin Warriors" on the 18 June.
It is definitely going to be a fun packed weekend, there is no excuse to say "you are bored" or there is nothing to do".
The Gower Walking Festival continues through the weekend until 19 June, the Gower Folk Festival is taking place from 10-12 June and the Big Clydach Tea Party is on Saturday 11 June.
If you are looking for musical events then 2 of the biggest events in Wales take place this weekend - Escape into the Park and JLS live at the Liberty Stadium.
Finally, the Following the Flame exhibition starts on Sunday 12 June at the Brangwyn Hall.
Wales' largest dance event, Escape into the Park, is back this Saturday in Singleton Park so we were just wondering who is going this year? Let us know who or what you are most looking forward to by leaving your comments.
Looking for more information on the event? Visit Swansea Bay Summer Festival or Escape into the Park.
The Gower Heritage Centre in Parkmill hosts the very popular Gower Folk Festival this weekend between Friday 10 - Sunday 12 June.
The full line up of guests, or for more information visit the Gower Folk Festival website.
There are lots of events planned for this bank holiday weekend, so there is no need to worry about about what you are going to do! Just take a peak at the Bank Holiday Events on Swansea Bay Summer Festival for ideas on where to go.
Here's just a few to get you started.....the Urdd National Eisteddfod starts on Bank Holiday Monday, there is also the Gower Stand Up Paddling Festival on the Saturday and Sunday (28th & 29th), Mumbles Navy Days all weekend and don't forget Clyne in Bloom will be coming to a close in Clyne Gardens.
Taking a walk down Swansea Prom - with the stunning Swansea Bay in the background
Hopefully the sun will be out, so what better way to spend your bank holiday than to take a stroll down Swansea Prom, visiting many of the sites like Singleton Boating Lake and Southend Gardens. Or play a round of golf on Ashleigh Road Pitch & Putt with Swansea Bay in the background? Don't like the idea of walking? Then hop aboard the Swansea Bay Rider Land Train which will take you all the way from Blackpill to Southend Gardens, stopping off at West Cross, Norton and Oystermouth in between.
Have a lovely bank holiday weekend!
Are you looking for something different to do this weekend? Head on down to the Gower Heritage Centre in Parkmill where you can enjoy the Welsh Cheese & Cider Festival.
It should prove to be a fun event, and it takes place on Saturday and Sunday (14 & 15 May). For further information visit the Gower Heritage Centre.
A whole host of events have now been added to the Swansea Bay Summer Festival 2011. Events taking place during May include a Welsh Cheese and Cider Festival in Gower Heritage Centre, Race for Life, LC Swansea Bay 5k, a Midnight Sleep Walk and Clyne in Bloom.
There are many more events taking place - take a look at the full list of events in May.
If you have an event you would like to be included in the Swansea Bay Summer Festival then submit your event details and we will do the rest.
Saint David's Week in Swansea kicks off this weekend, with a whole host of fun events and activities.
If you are a music lover then there are only a handful of tickets available for the St David's concert featuring Only Men Aloud and Morriston Orpheus Choir, plus the final of the Welsh Musical Theatre Young Singer of the Year.
Sport fanatics are in for a treat as there is a Welsh celebration at the Swans v Leeds football match, whilst the Italy v Wales 6 nations rugby is live on the big screen.
More events include Get Welsh in Swansea, Produce & Craft markets in Clydach and Sketty, a classic MG & Mini show plus fun at your local library. For a full list of events visit the St David's Day website >>
Half Term is coming to a conclusion, but don't despair there are still activities going on throughout Swansea.
There will be plenty of entertainment for all the family to enjoy at Get Welsh in Swansea this Saturday, from compêre Kev Johns kicking off the day at 9.30am to the live 6 nations rugby on the big screen.
You can have a look at the full list of entertainment, plus a list of the stalls available on the St David's Week website.
Looking to treat your partner or family on St David's Day? Well, many restaurants across Swansea are taking part in the St David's Week festival.
Popular restaurants such as Gallini's, Norton House, The Dragon Hotel, Sketty Hall, Marriott Hotel and Morgan's are offering special traditional Welsh menu's for Saint David's Day to commemorate our patron saint.
Find out how to book a table at one there restaurants by visiting the St David's Week website.
So, Santa came to Swansea yesterday for the Christmas parade and switching on of the Christmas lights. And what great fun it was. Santa was joined by floats, brass bands, dancers and even a few tractors as the procession travelled through Swansea from the Dylan Thomas Centre to the Guildhall.
This was the very colourful Waterfront Winterland float - hope you all liked it!
It was such great fun, and everyone was enjoying themselves and getting into the Christmas spirit. Here a couple more images from the parade for you to enjoy...
© Nigel Ward, freelance photographer
With so much going on in Swansea in the build up to Christmas, we thought we would give you a helping hand by giving you the key dates so you can put them in your diary, and ensure you don't miss your favourite events.
19 November - 9 January
Waterfront Winterland opens once again with all your favourite activities including the Admiral rink and the Miles Hire big wheel.
20 November
Christmas Launch Party
21 November
Come and watch Santa as he switches on the Christmas lights and the Christmas parade.
26 November - 19 December
The Oxford Street Christmas market returns to Swansea.
27 - 28 November
Visit Swansea Museum to sample the Christmas Craft Fair.
15 December - 16 January
Christmas Pantomime - Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at Grand Theatre
18 December
Messiah at the Brangwyn Hall
23 December
Christmas Candlelight Concert at Brangwyn Hall
13 - 16 January
Christmas Pantomime at Penyrheol Theatre - Puss in Boots
The build up to Christmas begins this Sunday when Santa comes to town to turn on the Christmas lights on Sunday 21 November at 5pm. Yay! Come and join us as the Christmas parade starts from the Dylan Thomas Centre all the way through the city centre to the Guildhall.
So come along and wave to Santa and enjoy the many floats and entertainment that will get you in the Christmas spirit.
Don't forget - Waterfront Winterland also opens this coming Sunday in the Museum Park. Enjoy the many activities on offer such as Ice Skating on the Admiral rink or Rocky's childrens rink, the Miles Hire Big Wheel, visit Santa at his grotto or enojy the many fun fair rides.
We love Christmas.....
