The Eisteddfod is held on the ‘Maes’, an area of around 35 hectares of land, which is home to a big pink Pavilion and over three hundred stands and exhibition spaces. The Pavilion is the focus of competing and ceremonies during the week, but there’s plenty of activities for people and children of all ages all over the Maes – and beyond.

There’s all types of activities in a wide range of places across the Maes, so whether it’s literature, theatre, learning Welsh, science and technology, dance or visual arts, you’ll find plenty to see and so at the National Eisteddfod.

With over three hundred stands on the Maes, selling all kinds of trinkets and treasures – a veritable Mecca for any shopper – with book shops, crafts, jewellery, clothes, art and much more at prices to suit every pocket. Plenty of choice within easy reach – it’s the best ever department store for all things Welsh!

Every evening, the Pavilion is transformed into a concert hall, which attracts world-famous performers. There’s also evening events in Maes C – the caravan site – with an eclectic mix of music, poetry, and plenty of fun! Maes B has long earned its place as the main Welsh language music festival, with all the biggest names in Welsh rock and pop performing at the Eisteddfod. So, there’s plenty to do and enjoy at the National Eisteddfod – from morning till night!

The language of the Eisteddfod is Welsh and everything is held in Welsh. But, there’s a warm welcome for everyone on the Eisteddfod Maes – whatever your language! There’s translation equipment available for the Pavilion, and there’s plenty of information available to help everyone to have a week to remember.

The National Eisteddfod costs over £3million every year, and its success is very dependent on people in the area and on the local Fund. The numerous activities organised in the catchment area over the winter months are not only a great boost to the fundraising work, but are also opportunities to socialise and have fun whilst supporting Welsh culture locally.

The Eisteddfod receives an annual grant from the Welsh Assembly Government through the Welsh Language Board, and is also funded by all unitary authorities in Wales through a partnership agreement with the Welsh Local Government Association. The festival also attracts sponsorship and support from local and national companies and organisations.

Entry is free to all Maes activities for the price of a daily ticket to the National Eisteddfod.