Carmarthen Showground Autumn Food & Craft Festival 2026: Artisan Showcase Returns
The much-anticipated Carmarthen Showground Autumn Food & Craft Festival has officially confirmed its return for November 2026. Taking over the expansive exhibition halls at the United Counties Showground in Nantyci, this flagship weekend event promises a bumper celebration of Welsh gastronomy, regional crafts, and early festive cheer.
Attracting thousands of visitors from across Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, and beyond, the two-day gathering has firmly established itself as a premier date in South West Wales's culinary and maker calendar.
A Feast of Welsh Produce
Visitors can look forward to exploring an abundant marketplace featuring more than 100 independent traders, farmers, and micro-producers. From the rolling pastures of the Tywi Valley to coastal smokehouses, the festival gathers the absolute best of Welsh larder essentials under one roof.
Highlights on offer include:
- Artisan Dairy and Cheeses: Award-winning farmhouse caerphilly, creamy goat's cheeses, and traditional churned Welsh butter.
- Boutique Distillers and Brewers: Small-batch Welsh gin, botanical rum, crisp heritage ciders, and seasonal ales.
- Sweet and Savoury Bakes: Freshly made bara brith, sourdough loaves, loaded brownies, and warm Welsh cakes straight off the bakestone.
- Cured Meats and Smoked Specialities: Locally reared beef biltong, cured charcuterie, and traditionally smoked fish and game.
Handcrafted Treasures and Artisan Makers
Beyond the food halls, the festival provides an unmatched opportunity to discover unique, locally made gifts ahead of the festive season. Talented craftspeople from across Wales will showcase handcrafted homeware, textiles, and design pieces.
Expect an inspiring selection of:
- Hand-turned Welsh oak bowls and bespoke wooden kitchenware
- Studio pottery, tactile stoneware, and decorative ceramics
- 100% pure wool Welsh blankets, woven scarves, and knitwear
- Hand-poured botanical candles, artisan soaps, and natural skincare products
- Original landscape prints, watercolour artwork, and contemporary jewellery
Live Demonstrations and Family Fun
Throughout the weekend, the festival stage will host live cooking demonstrations led by acclaimed regional chefs, showcasing inventive ways to prepare autumn comfort foods and reduce food waste using seasonal ingredients.
Alongside the masterclasses, families can enjoy interactive craft workshops for children, acoustic folk performances from regional musicians, and a dedicated outdoor street food court serving gourmet toasties, wood-fired pizzas, and spiced hot cider.
Plan Your Visit
- Dates: Saturday 14th – Sunday 15th November 2026
- Location: United Counties Showground, Nantyci, Carmarthen, SA31 3HY
- Opening Times: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm daily
- Parking: Extensive free on-site parking available on hardstanding and grass areas
- Accessibility: All indoor exhibition halls feature level, accessible flooring, with priority parking spaces located close to the main entrance
Whether you are an ardent foodie hunting for your next favourite preserve or simply looking to support independent Welsh creators, the Autumn Food & Craft Festival at Carmarthen Showground remains an unmissable weekend out.