Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru (National Eisteddfod of Wales), one of Europe’s largest cultural festivals, is coming to Rhondda Cynon Taf in August 2024, hosted by Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council.
The 2024 Rhondda Cynon Taf Eisteddfod will be held in Pontypridd, with the Maes located in beautiful Ynysangharad War Memorial Park.
We cannot wait to welcome you all next summer – there is so much to discover here. More here
*Hover your mouse cursor over the bolded words, or scroll to the bottom of the page to find out the definition of key Welsh words used on this webpage*
The location of the Maes and the official dates will be announced in 2023.
The Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru is a celebration of Welsh culture, a mix of talent competitions and evening concerts, gigs, plays and exhibitions and much more. A family friendly event that encourages all (Cymraeg and di-Gymraeg speakers alike) to come experience the unique combination of competitive events and festival elements.
You can learn more about the Eisteddfod and what to expect to see on the
Maes by clicking the link below:
Rhondda Cynon Taf Community Project
The Eisteddfod team, over the recent months, have been working on delivering micro-local pilot events in Rhondda Cynon Taf with the aim of promoting yr iaith Gymraeg. The Community Project has been primarily targeting people who are new to the language, have lost touch with the language or haven’t started learning yet.
You can find out more about the Community Project by reading the latest edition of the Eisteddfod 2024 Community Newsletter.
View the Eisteddfod's 2024 page to keep up to date on everything that's going on in your local area.
Visiting Rhondda Cynon Taf
The University of South Wales is proud to be working closely with Rhondda Cynon Taf Council to provide accommodation for the 2024 National Eisteddfod.
The Student Halls of Residence at the Treforest Campus, Pontypridd, are available to book as individual rooms or as entire flats (for groups of up to 6 people) during July and August 2024.
To book your accommodation, visit the USW website
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Key Words
Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru - National Eisteddfod of Wales
Maes - Name of the festival site
Cymraeg/di-Gymraeg - Welsh/non-Welsh
Yr iaith Gymraeg - The Welsh language