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Urdd Eisteddfod

More than 15,000 young people take part in Urdd Eisteddfod each year, showcasing their talents in Welsh through music, dance, recitation, and literature.

This year’s Eisteddfod yr Urdd Ynys Môn will take place at the Anglesey Agricultural Showground near Gwalchmai from Saturday 23 May to Friday 29 May 2026 - marking the first time the festival has been extended to a full seven days.

Find our programme for the week below. It will be reviewed regularly in the lead‑up to the Eisteddfod and is subject to change.

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10:00-17:00Studying at Cardiff UniversityDiscover what life at Cardiff University is really like - from vibrant student communities to inspiring courses and a city full of energy and opportunity. Come and chat to our Recruitment team to find out more.Recruitment Team
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10:00-17:00Studying at Cardiff UniversityDiscover what life at Cardiff University is really like - from vibrant student communities to inspiring courses and a city full of energy and opportunity. Come and chat to our Recruitment team to find out more.Recruitment Team
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10:00-17:00Studying at Cardiff UniversityDiscover what life at Cardiff University is really like - from vibrant student communities to inspiring courses and a city full of energy and opportunity. Come and chat to our Recruitment team to find out more.Recruitment Team
10:00-17:00Meet our studentsStep into the Cardiff University tent and get a real feel for student life as you chat with our current students about their courses, their experiences, and what it’s really like to live and study in Wales’s capital city.Cardiff University Students’ Union
10:30- 12:00A taste of Cynnig Caerdydd/the Cardiff offerAn opportunity for you to learn about the wide range of opportunities available to students through the medium of Welsh at Cardiff University and UMCC –accommodation, scholarships, courses, societies, and more.Students’ Union and Dr Angharad Naylor, Cardiff University Dean of Welsh
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10:00-17:00Studying at Cardiff UniversityDiscover what life at Cardiff University is really like - from vibrant student communities to inspiring courses and a city full of energy and opportunity. Come and chat to our Recruitment team to find out more.Recruitment Team
10:00-17:00Welsh at CardiffJoin Sioned for an inspiring, friendly conversation about the exciting Welsh language opportunities waiting for you at Cardiff University - from courses and community to culture and campus life.Yr Academi Gymraeg (Welsh Language Academy)
10:00-17:00Meet our studentsStep into the Cardiff University tent and get a real feel for student life as you chat with our current students about their courses, their experiences, and what it’s really like to live and study in Wales’s capital city.Cardiff University Students’ Union
10:00-17:00Social Science quiz and riddle challenge

Put your social science knowledge to the test with an interactive mix of online quizzes and riddles designed to challenge your thinking and spark your curiosity.

You’ll also get a first look at the Esboniadur Gwyddorau Cymdeithasol (Social Science Glossary), a new resource we’re developing to help explain key concepts and theories.

Explore the glossary, try out a themed quiz, and see how well you can solve our social science-inspired riddles.

School of Social Sciences

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10:00-12:00Studying at Cardiff UniversityDiscover what life at Cardiff University is really like - from vibrant student communities to inspiring courses and a city full of energy and opportunity. Come and chat to our Recruitment team to find out more.Recruitment Team
10:00-17:00Physics discovery zoneStep into the world of physics with a series of interactive activities that spark curiosity and excitement. Join our fantastic student ambassador and discover how fun science can be.School of Physics and Astronomy
10:00-17:00Public engagement team activity  
10:00-17:00Meet our studentsStep into the Cardiff University tent and get a real feel for student life as you chat with our current students about their courses, their experiences, and what it’s really like to live and study in Wales’s capital city.Cardiff University Students’ Union
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10:00-17:00Studying at Cardiff UniversityDiscover what life at Cardiff University is really like - from vibrant student communities to inspiring courses and a city full of energy and opportunity. Come and chat to our Recruitment team to find out more.Recruitment Team
10:00-17:00Public engagement team activity  
10:00- 17:00Dental careers: hands-on exploration

Explore the wide range of career pathways within the dental team and discover the essential role we play in promoting health and managing disease.

You’ll also have the chance to test your dexterity on our training equipment - from practising procedures on phantom heads to placing fillings in realistic tooth models.

These hands-on activities reflect the high-quality training our students receive as they build the confidence and competence needed to care for real patients in a clinical setting.

Come and speak with us to learn more about this rewarding and impactful profession.

School of Dentistry
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10:00-17:00Studying at Cardiff UniversityDiscover what life at Cardiff University is really like - from vibrant student communities to inspiring courses and a city full of energy and opportunity. Come and chat to our Recruitment team to find out more.Recruitment Team
10:00-17:00Microbits and Minecraft magicDive into a world of discovery with the School of Computer Science. Crack secret codes, tinker with microbits, build in Minecraft, and explore hands-on tech fun for all ages.School of Computer Science and Informatics
10:00-17:00Public engagement team activity 

Get in touch

If you would like more information on our presence at the Urdd Eisteddfod, contact our Eisteddfod team.