What's On in Penarth this weekend

With such a brilliant array of events organised locally, Nub News has launched a weekly round up of what's on in Penarth each weekend.

Every Thursday we bring you our top picks of the events in our What's On section for the coming weekend.

Events coming up in Penarth

Thursday: Lecture: Twelve Art Days of Christmas

A festive lecture led by Art Historian Morgan Haigh pairing the twelve days of Christmas with some of the greatest works of art from European History.

From milking maids by Vermeer to Hogarthian leaping lords, Renaissance holy doves to nineteenth-century French hens and medieval golden rings, this wide reaching talk will attempt to match great works of art with the often bizarre lyrics of the popular carol revealing their secrets and context along the way.

Ticket includes a glass of mulled wine and mince pie.

Find out more details here.

Friday: Christmas at Cosmeston

This December, Cosmeston Lakes Country Park will come to life each evening as the Medieval Village and surroundings are transformed into a Christmas Spectacle. Siôn Corn (a.k.a Father Christmas), Siân Corn (Mrs Claus) and their busy elves will be making their last visit to Penarth ahead of Christmas Eve to check the naughty and nice lists before the big day.

Assisted by the elves through an illuminated trail of the traditional buildings and fields around the village with magical special effects, seasonal scenic and musical installations to enjoy along the way, Christmas at Cosmeston has something for the whole family to enjoy at this special time of year.

Click here for details and how to book tickets.

[H3]Saturday morning: Cake and Craft Sale

Friends of Penarth Library will be holding a Cake and Craft Sale at the library on Saturday 11th December. It will take place between 10am and 1pm and all proceeds will go to support the library.

Find more details here.

[H3]Saturday evening: Howl Comedy Night at the Paget Rooms

A night of sparkling stand up from some of the best acts on the circuit. Curated and hosted by Lorna Prichard (as heard on BBC Radio Wales), featuring Paul James, Chris Chopping and Eleri Morgan. Expect this one to get a little festive!

Find out more here.

[H3]Sunday: Penarth Winter Wonderland

Following the huge success of Penarth's Window Wanderland last year, we have decided to run the event again and once again turn the streets of Penarth into a magical outdoor gallery.

This year's theme is 'The World Through Our Windows' Window Wanderland events have been held around the world and are a brilliant and Covid safe way to celebrate the seasons and our community.

More information here.

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