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
£130.00
Our two-day outdoor event is back for 2026!
Events
Play Wales national conference
Location
Hilton hotel, Cardiff
Date & Time
22 April 2027 / TBC
Cost
TBC
Date for your diary
Events organised by others
Events that may be of interest to the play and playwork workforces. Follow the links for more information.
Events
Gofod3
Location
Cardiff City Stadium
Date & Time
17 June 2026 /
Cost
Free
An annual event for the voluntary sector in Wales
Events
Children’s Rights and the Early Years
Location
Online
Date & Time
30 June 2026 / 9:30am - 3:30pm
Cost
Free
A Welsh Government funded training course
Events
Supporting Care Experienced Young People in Wales
Location
Online
Date & Time
2 July 2026 / 11:00am – 12:00pm
Cost
Free
A free webinar
Events
Introduction to the NOS for the childcare, play and early years sector
Location
Online
Date & Time
8 July 2026 / 10:30am - 11:30am
Cost
Free
A Social Care Wales online event
Events
Information session: Level 4 and Level 5 CCPLD qualifications
Location
Online
Date & Time
8 July 2026 / 10:00am - 11:30am
Cost
Free
A Social Care Wales online event
Events
Children’s Rights and Participation for Children under 11 Years
Location
Online
Date & Time
9 July 2026 / 9:30am - 3:30pm
Cost
Free
A Welsh Government funded training course
Events
Neurodiversity Awareness: Supporting Children, Young People and Families
Location
Online
Date & Time
13 July 2026 /
Cost
£140
A one-day online course
Events
Children’s Rights and Participation for Young People Aged 11-24
Location
Online
Date & Time
23 July 2026 / 9:30am - 3:30pm
Cost
Free
A Welsh Government funded training course
Events
Out of School Childcare Conference & Awards 2026
Location
Holiday Inn, Cardiff
Date & Time
3 October 2026 / 9:00am - 3:00pm
Cost
£40.00
Celebrating 25 years of Clybiau Plant Cymru Kids’ Clubs
Events
National Play Conference 2026
Location
The Slate, University of Warwick
Date & Time
9 October 2026 /
Cost
£70 +VAT
Play England and SAPCA at University of Warwick
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.
