The Conwy River Festival is an annual event held in Conwy, Wales. The festival celebrates the town’s rich maritime heritage with a variety of activities centered around the River Conwy. It includes boat races, sailing events, water-based competitions, and guided boat tours. The festival also features live music, food stalls, and entertainment, making it a lively celebration of local culture and the sea. Visitors can explore Conwy's historic waterfront, enjoy family-friendly activities, and participate in outdoor adventures, all while experiencing the beauty of the River Conwy and its surroundings.
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DATES & TIMES
• Festival dates (2026): Regatta Fri–Sun, July 3–5, 2026 · Quay Day Sat, July 4, 2026 · LA-LA Rally Thu–Sat, July 9–11, 2026. Official festival dates.
• Quay Day start time (2026): from 10:00 AM onward. Official note.
• A detailed timetable is typically published as the festival approaches; check the official calendar page for the most current schedule. Calendar of events.
LOCATION
• Conwy, North Wales — centered on Conwy Quay / Conwy Harbour and the River Conwy, with racing in the river and Conwy Bay. Quay Day (official) · Regatta (official).
• Maps: Conwy Quay · Conwy Harbour.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Spectators: generally free to watch (including the public Quay Day activities). Quay Day (free event) · Visitor listing (free to spectators).
• Participants (racing / LA-LA Rally): entry fees apply; see official entrant information and FAQs for what’s included. Information for entrants · FAQs.
ACCOMMODATIONS
• Marina berthing (affiliated discounts for participants): discounted berthing is offered at Conwy boatfolk Marina for the duration of the festival; Caernarfon Victoria Dock lists discounted berthing for LA-LA entrants over the LA-LA weekend. Official berthing FAQ.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Quay Day is a free, open-air day on the quayside beneath Conwy Castle, with on-the-water and quayside activities. Quay Day details.
• The festival spans two weekends and multiple water areas (harbor/river/bay); plan extra time for movement and viewing spots. Official festival hub.
• Scheduling can change (weather/tides); use the official calendar/news pages for last-minute updates. Calendar · News.
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