The list of celebratory events that will be supported by the St
David's Day Fund 2026 has been published by the Welsh Government
today.
The £1 million fund will help community, regional and national
groups celebrate the day of Wales' patron saint, Dydd Gwyl
Dewi, on 1st March. Organisations will be awarded
grants ranging from £500 for small community groups to £40,000
for nationwide events.
92 events will be held across Wales between 16th February and 6th
March 2026.
The social media campaign 'Random Acts of Welshness' will also
return, alongside events run by the Welsh Government's overseas
offices and food and drink promotions in Cardiff and London.
First Minister said:
"I'm thrilled by how many people wanted to be involved with the
St David's Day Fund. There will be events right across Wales,
from small community gatherings to celebrations run by national
organisations.
"I'm especially pleased with the range of ideas put forward
– exciting new ideas with well-known traditions.
"St David's Day 2026 is going to be brilliant and I'd like to
thank everyone who applied. Together, we're going to make Dydd
Gŵyl Dewi extra special this year."
Notes to editors
If you would like to cover any of the listed events in the
attached spreadsheet, please e-mail corporatepressteam@gov.wales
for contact details.
Previous press release: 14th October 2025 – St David's Day Fund
announced
