With the school summer holidays fast approaching many of us take our annual leave throughout the months of July and August. Here are some events in Cardiff that you wont want to miss out on.
Cardiff Bay Festival
The Cardiff Bay Festival takes place throughout July and August which includes lots of events for the whole family to enjoy. The International festival of food and drink takes place at Cardiff Harbour (July 10-12); WOW on the waterfront, featuring the French theatre company Transe Express (July 24-25); a classic car rally along the seafront (August 16); the Cardiff Harbour Nautical Festival, with tall ships, live music and childrens activities; and the Welsh Oyster Opening Championships (August 29-31).
You can find the full festival schedule on www.cardiff-festival.com or call 029 2087 2087.
1st npower Ashes Test: England v Australia
Enjoy a day out and watch Englands attempt to win back the Ashes from the Australians after their 5-0 whitewash at the hands of Ricky Pontings men in the 2006-2007 series begins at Cardiffs Swalec stadium from July 8th July 12th. You can expect the vocal Barmy Army to be out in force. Tickets for day five: 25 for adults, 15 for children. For more information, visit www.glamorgancricket.com or call 029 2041 9311.
Ant & Dec's Takeaway on Tour
Television entertainers, Ant & Dec will bring their 'Takeaway on Tour to Cardiff during the summer of 2014. The cheeky duo will stage a live version of their popular 'Saturday Night Takeaway' TV show at Cardiff Motorpoint Arena on Wednesday 6th and Thursday 7th August, as part of a new UK tour.
The show will feature special guests and amazing prizes giving you the chance to be part of the show.
You can purchase tickets online here or call the box office on 029 2022 4488.
Cardiffs Carnival celebrates its 25th birthday
Wales' biggest and brightest 'Cardiff Carnival' will be celebrating its 25th year this summer.
Anniversary celebrations will take place on Saturday 9th August and will be marked with a creative explosion of sequins, glitter and feathers. Cardiff Carnival transforms the city centre with a riot of flamboyant carnival art, music and dance creating the perfect atmosphere for a family day out.
For more information visit www.swicacarnival.co.uk
If you are due a family dental check-up dont forget to book this summer's appointment on 029 2000 3606.