Dragonfly festival At Llanelli Wetland Centre

21 June to 22 September 2025

A summer of dragonfly-themed events and activities

Explore the magical world of dragonflies and dive into a summer full of wondrous new wetland experiences

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Festival Line-up

Events and activities you can enjoy throughout summer

Canoe Safari and Kayaks

Daily, 12 – 3 pm (19 July – 1 Sept), £12.95

Adventure calls! Grab a canoe and embark on a dragonfly safari filled with oohs, ahhs, and oars.

Pond dipping

Daily (19 July – 1 Sept)

Delve below the surface at our daily pond dipping sessions.

Dragonfly Safari

Daily

Pick up a spotter sheet and track down these beautiful insects on foot.

Adventure play

Daily

Swoosh, zoom and leap around our wild outdoor adventure area.

Dragonfly Trail

Daily

Zip, dart and flutter when you follow 'The Journey of The Dragonfly' trail.

Fun whatever the weather

Daily

On a sunny or a soggy day we’ve got you covered.

Outdoor dragonfly games

Daily (19 July – 1 Sept)

Put your skill, speed and agility to the test with our interactive outdoor games.

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With so many wildlife encounters and inspiring activities, no two visits are the same. A visit also supports our vital work to restore wetlands and their wildlife.

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Headliners

Leave the comfort zone and experience something a bit different

Dragonfly Safari: A Self-Led Summer Adventure for Families

Go wild on a Dragonfly Safari! From 21 June to 22 September 2025, visitors to WWT Llanelli are invited to explore the wetlands with our self-led Dragonfly Safari. Whether you're part of an energetic family full of budding young naturalists, or someo

21 June - 22 September

The Journey of The Dragonfly Trail

Discover the magic of dragonflies! Zip, dart, and flutter your way around our enchanting trail, The Journey of The Dragonfly, part of this year’s Dragonfly Festival. This self-guided adventure invites families to explore the incredible life cycle of

21 June - 22 September

Dragonfly Spotting Walks with a Guide

Join our friendly and knowledgeable team for fascinating guided walks dedicated to dragonflies and damselflies. The hour-long walks will be happening every day of the summer holidays (19 July 2025 to 1 September 2025) as part of our brand new Dragonfly

19 July - 1 September

Iridescence: A Dragonfly-Inspired Art Installation

The agile dragonfly captures the imagination with its shimmering wings, aerial skill, and quiet strength. It symbolises transformation, resilience, and the balance of ecosystems. Iridescence is a creative response to this remarkable insect, using sound, m

26 July - 22 September

Decorate Your Own Dragonfly Art Workshop

As part of WWT's Dragonfly Festival, families are invited to make dragonflies from found, recycled and natural materials in drop-in art workshops at WWT Llanelli this summer. Let your creativity shine with friendly guidance from our artist, Rhiannon Co

30 July

Dragonfly Kite Making Workshops

Let your imagination take flight! As part of WWT Llanelli's first Dragonfly Festival, you can build your very own fantastic flyer, inspired by the amazing colours and aerial skills of dragonflies. We’ll guide you through the design and build step by

1 - 3 August

Live Music by The Lily Pond: Gareth and Joseph Lewis

A harmony of nature and music. Join us for a magical afternoon of live acoustic music set against the serene backdrop of the Lily Pond at WWT Llanelli. As part of our Dragonfly Festival, this special performance brings together the beauty of wetlands i

2 August

Paint & Print Dragonfly Art Workshop

It's Dragonfly Festival! Get creative and use paint and textures to print beautiful and unique wings for your very own dragonflies in drop-in art workshops at WWT Llanelli this summer. Let your creativity shine with friendly guidance from our artist, R

6 August

Dragonfly Bubbleologist: GIANT bubble walkabout performances

Marvel at the giant, shimmering spheres that dance like dragonflies in the sunlight. Our bubbleologist takes the art of bubble-making to new heights – enchanting dreamers of all ages. This fun and interactive dragonfly bubble performer creates bount

9 - 10 August

Stained Glass Effect Dragonfly Art Workshop

As part of WWT's Dragonfly Festival, families are invited to create their own stained-glass effect dragonflies in drop-in art workshops at WWT Llanelli this summer. Let your creativity shine with friendly guidance from our artist, Rhiannon Collins, and

13 August

Insect Circus Puppet Show

WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre is celebrating all things dragonflies with our brand new Dragonfly Festival this summer. As part of this massive summer event, we welcome the award-winning cast of String Theatre for The Insect Circus puppet theatre show.

15 - 17 August

Decorate Your Own Dragonfly Art Workshop

20 August

Paint & Print Dragonfly Art Workshop

27 August

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