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
£95.00
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
National Children’s Day UK
Location
UK-wide
Date & Time
10 May 2026 /
Celebrating the importance of a healthy childhood
Events
Group B Safeguarding Children, Young People and Adults at Risk
Location
Online
Date & Time
13 May 2026 /
Cost
£140
A one-day online course
Events
Outdoor Classroom Day – May
Location
Worldwide
Date & Time
21 May 2026 /
A day for outdoor play and learning
Events
Group C Safeguarding for the Designated Person and Senior Practitioners
Location
Online
Date & Time
3 - 4 June 2026 /
Cost
£280
An online two-day course
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
PEDAL Conference 2026
Location
Homerton College, Cambridge
Date & Time
11 June 2026 / 8:45am to 4:00pm
Cost
£75.00
Book your place by 28 May
Events
Gofod3
Location
Cardiff City Stadium
Date & Time
17 June 2026 /
Cost
Free
An annual event for the voluntary sector in Wales
Events
Group F Safeguarding for Senior Leaders
Location
Spark, Cardiff
Date & Time
18 June 2026 /
Cost
£140
A one-day in person training event
Events
Neurodiversity Awareness: Supporting Children, Young People and Families
Location
Online
Date & Time
13 July 2026 /
Cost
£140
A one-day online course
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
Events
Outdoor Classroom Day – November
Location
Worldwide
Date & Time
5 November 2026 /
A day for outdoor play and learning
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.
