Join us at the Senedd this summer for a lineup of exciting activities!
Open 7 days a week from 19 July to 31 August / Free entry
Exhibitions
Wanderlust
Dates: Open until 28 August
Location: The Pierhead, Cardiff Bay
£ Free
Discover the rich, vibrant culture of Gypsy and Traveller communities through powerful photography and poetry.
Created by pupils from West Monmouth School in collaboration with local artists, this exhibition challenges stereotypes and celebrates identity.
Rooted in our Dhaqan
Dates: 22 July to 1 September
Location: The Senedd, Cardiff Bay
£ Free
This summer, the Senedd is proud to host Rooted in Our Dhaqan, a new exhibition created by Hayaat Women Trust and Al Naaem magazine.
The project is a powerful tribute to the strength, resilience, and beauty of Somali heritage.
Activities
Activity Booklets – Senedd Explorers and Fflam’s Pierhead Adventure
Dates: All year round
Location: The Senedd, Cardiff Bay
£ Free
Explore the Senedd and the Pierhead with our activity journals for 5-12 year olds.
“We stand in the richness of who we are” - Rooted In Our Dhaqan Sharing Activity
Dates: 22 July to 1 September
Location: The Senedd, Cardiff Bay
£ Free
The Rooted in Our Dhaqan film celebrates Somali heritage in Wales. If you could make a film celebrating your culture or community, what would you want to share with people of the future?
Explore the exhibition and share your reflections in the Senedd.
Craft
Dates: 19 July to 31 August
Location: Senedd, Cardiff Bay
£ Free
Discover your creative spark—enjoy hands-on crafting during your visit to the Senedd, with a range of different materials provided.
Postcards from the Future
Dates: 19 July to 1 September
Location: The Senedd, Cardiff Bay
£ Free
What do you think Wales will be like in 10, 20 or even 50 years time? How did we get there? Let the Senedd Equality and Social Justice Committee know by making your very own postcard from the future.
Creative workshop with Al Naaem
Dates: 25 August, 10:30-12:00
Location: The Senedd, Cardiff Bay
£ Free
Suitable for ages 11+
No pre-booking required, just drop in on the day
As part of the Rooted In Our Dhaqan exhibition, Al Naaem will hold a poetry and creative writing workshop designed to empower young people and develop their creativity.
Participants will explore their heritage and identities through guided writing and storytelling, developing their unique voices and building confidence.
The workshop will inspire emerging poets and writers to express themselves authentically, celebrate cultural diversity, and nurture the next generation of artists and leaders.
*The workshop will be conducted through the medium of English.
Play Area
Dates: All year round
Location: The Senedd, Cardiff Bay
£ Free
Our family-friendly area has lots of toys to play with and a large map of Wales to explore.
While the children are playing you can enjoy a coffee in the Senedd café, which is only a few feet away.
Tours and Talks
Tours and Talks
Dates: All year round
Location: The Senedd, Cardiff Bay
£ Free
Join a guided tour or talk and learn more about the work of the Welsh Parliament, the building's landmark architecture and the history of Cardiff Bay.
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