Dragonfly Parade: Crafts, Face Painting and Poetry!
Come and celebrate the launch of our breathtaking new art installation Iridescence with a colourful dragonfly parade!
Join us on Saturday 26 July 2025 for a day of creativity and community spirit with a joyful, family-friendly event that invites visitors of all ages to explore the wonder of wetlands in a whole new way.
Part of WWT's Dragonfly Festival, a summer full of dragonfly-themed events and activities.
What can I expect on the day?
- Make your very own dragonfly at the crafting station
- Get your face painted and transform into a dazzling dragonfly!
- Join our procession to the Iridescence sculpture
- Hear from the artists and enjoy a short poetry reading
All Day: Make Your Own Dragonfly
Drop in any time to our self-led craft station and create your very own dragonfly using colourful materials. Take a look at our dragonfly and damselfly guide before you visit to inspire your creations.
11 am Onwards: Dragonfly Face Painting
Get the look and become as pretty as a dragonfly with our free face painting! Our talented artists will give you a magical makeover - perfect for the parade.
1 pm: The Dragonfly Parade
Bring your handmade dragonfly to Flamingo Bay and join our vibrant parade through the wetlands to the Iridescence sculpture, or come along just to enjoy the atmosphere and join in the celebration!
How much does it cost to take part in the Dragonfly Parade?
There is no cost to take part. Everything is included in your entrance ticket price, which is free for WWT members. Book your WWT Llanelli entrance tickets online in advance and save 10%.
There is no need to book in advance for any of the Dragonfly Parade activities.
Ready to visit?
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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