Events
Join us at an event
In this section you will find information about webinars, workshops and conferences organised by Play Wales.
We will also share information about events that are relevant to the play and playwork workforces that are being run by other organisations. This does not mean that Play Wales endorses these events.
Play Wales events
See our upcoming events here. Follow the links for more information and to book a space.
Events
Playworkers Forum 2026
Location
Rhayader, Powys
Date & Time
1 - 2 July 2026 /
Cost
TBC
Our two-day outdoor event is back for 2026!
Events organised by others
Events that may be of interest to the play and playwork workforces. Follow the links for more information.
Events
Group C: Safeguarding for the Designated Person and Senior Practitioners
Location
Online, Cardiff and Colwyn Bay
Date & Time
24/09/2025 and 25/09/2025, 08/12/2025 and 09/12/2025, 2402/2026 and 25/02/2026, 18/03/2026 and 19/03/2026 /
Cost
£280
This training is suitable for practitioners in a Designated Safeguarding Lead role
Events
23rd National Playwork Conference
Location
Eastbourne
Date & Time
3 - 4 March 2026 /
A two day conference for the playwork sector.
Events
Group F Safeguarding
Location
Colwyn Bay, Conwy
Date & Time
5 March 2026 / 9:30am - 4:00pm
Cost
£126
A one day in person course is aimed at senior leaders
Events
Playing Out and beyond!
Location
Bristol
Date & Time
12 March 2026 / 9:30am – 4:30pm
Cost
£50.00
An in-person conference in Bristol
Events
The Power of Play
Location
Swansea, Aberystwyth, Llandudno
Date & Time
17/03/2026 18/03/2026 19/03/2026 / 10:00am - 3:30pm
Cost
Free
Cwlwm partnership training days
Events
Children in Wales Annual Conference 2026
Location
Spark, Cardiff
Date & Time
25/03/2026 /
Cost
£65.00
Conference theme - Youth Voice in Action
Events
International Day of Play
Location
Worldwide
Date & Time
11/06/2026 /
The United Nations global day to celebrate children's right to play
Events
Gofod3
Location
Cardiff City Stadium
Date & Time
17 June 2026 /
Cost
Free
An annual event for the voluntary sector in Wales
Events
Clybiau Plant Cymru Kids’ Clubs is turning 25!
Location
To be confirmed
Date & Time
3 October 2026 /
Date for your diary
Events
IPA World Conference 2026
Location
Christchurch, New Zealand
Date & Time
2-5/11/2026 /
The triennial conference will return in 2026, taking place in New Zealand
Playful Childhoods
Play Wales’ Playful Childhoods campaign aims to help parents, carers and community groups provide more opportunities for children to play at home and in their neighbourhoods.
