Tenby Blues Festival 2026

Three days of outstanding live blues music, free performances, headline concerts and a fantastic festival atmosphere in the heart of Tenby.

The Tenby Blues Festival 2026 returns from 13–15 November 2026, bringing three days of live music, headline performances and free blues entertainment to one of Wales' most beautiful seaside towns.

Set within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, the festival attracts blues fans from across Wales and the UK. With music taking place throughout Tenby's pubs, hotels, cafés and venues, visitors can enjoy a unique festival experience while exploring the town's stunning coastline and historic streets.

What To Expect

• Headline evening concerts
• The famous Tenby Blues Trail
• Over 50 live performances
• Music across 20+ venues
• Acoustic sessions and showcases
• Late-night jam sessions
• Free daytime performances
• A friendly community festival atmosphere

The Tenby Blues Trail

One of the most popular parts of the festival is the famous Blues Trail. Throughout Saturday and Sunday, visitors can enjoy live blues and roots performances across cafés, pubs, clubs and hotels around Tenby.

Many performances are free to attend, allowing visitors to discover new artists while exploring the town.

Headline Concerts

Alongside the free performances, the festival features ticketed headline shows at major venues including the De Valence Pavilion. These concerts showcase some of the finest blues, roots and contemporary blues artists performing on the UK circuit.

The combination of intimate venues and larger concert performances creates a unique festival experience enjoyed by returning visitors year after year.

Why Visit Tenby During the Festival?

Tenby provides a spectacular setting for a music festival. Visitors can enjoy award-winning beaches, independent shops, restaurants, pubs and coastal walks while taking in live music throughout the weekend.

The town's compact layout means venues are all within easy walking distance, creating a lively atmosphere throughout the festival.

Food & Drink in Tenby

Many local pubs, restaurants and cafés participate in the festival weekend, making it easy to combine great food and drink with fantastic live music.

Visitors can enjoy fresh seafood, Welsh produce and independent hospitality venues while moving between performances.

Visitor Information

Tenby Blues Festival is one of the most popular autumn events in Pembrokeshire and accommodation can fill quickly. Visitors planning a weekend stay are advised to book accommodation well in advance.

Festival tickets and event information are released through the official festival organisers throughout the year.

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Event Summary

Tenby Blues Festival 2026 takes place from 13–15 November and features over 50 performances across more than 20 venues throughout Tenby. Combining headline concerts, free music trails and a fantastic seaside atmosphere, it remains one of Pembrokeshire's most popular annual music festivals.