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Wales to celebrate St David's Day with £1 million fund for community events

01 03 Dydd Gwyl Dewi/St David's Day

The list of celebratory events that will be supported by the St David’s Day Fund 2026 has been published by the Welsh Government.

The £1 million fund will help community, regional and national groups celebrate the day of Wales’ patron saint, Dydd Gwyl Dewi, on 1 March. Organisations will be awarded grants ranging from £500 for small community groups to £40,000 for nationwide events.

92 events will be held across Wales between 16 February and 6 March 2026.

The social media campaign 'Random Acts of Welshness' will also return, alongside events run by the Welsh Government’s overseas offices and food and drink promotions in Cardiff and London.

For further information please select the following link: Wales to celebrate St David's Day with £1 million fund for community events | GOV.WALES.

St David’s Day 2026 – how will your business celebrate?

If you are Wales-based business, then your customers will appreciate that you have chosen to celebrate the nation’s patron saint. From traditional events to creative digital engagement, there are plenty of ways for businesses to take part and boost visibility during the run up to St David’s Day: St David’s Day 2026 – how will your business celebrate? | Business Wales.


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