Barry Island is set for a lively May Bank Holiday weekend, with three free events taking place as part of the Glastonbarry Fringe Community Arts Festival 2026.
The events will be held under the Eastern Shelter from Friday, May 1 to Sunday, May 3, offering a mix of live music, local talent and family-friendly entertainment across the three days.
The weekend kicks off on Friday evening, with local band Black Jam Circus taking to the stage from 5pm. The group will be joined by a number of special guests for what promises to be a quirky live performance, with free entry for all.
Saturday’s line-up begins at 11am, as Bro Radio and Mack Events present their annual talent show, Search for a Star. The event will also feature an acoustic set from local duo The Treble Makers, followed by the Gig Ready Showcase, highlighting some of the Vale of Glamorgan’s emerging musical talent. Acts include local band Smelling Salts alongside a number of young solo performers.
Visitors will also be able to watch the premiere of a documentary charting the performers’ progress in recent months. The event will be hosted by Bro Radio and is supported by the Plan for Neighbourhoods Project.
The festival concludes on Sunday from 11am with a full day of tribute acts and live music. Always Arianna, a tribute to Ariana Grande, will perform in the morning, followed by Neil Diamond tribute act Rough Diamond. Local band Trade Street will headline the day, with additional special guest performers still to be announced.
Organisers say the free events are designed to celebrate local creativity and bring the community together for a weekend of entertainment on Barry Island.
