Event:Festive Music Performances

National Museum Cardiff

As part of our festive celebrations, we are excited to announce that we will be hosting 8 free concerts in our main hall. Join us throughout the season in watching performances from a variety of local Welsh music groups.

There is no need to prebook a ticket. Join us in celebrating the season by grabbing a hot drink and listening to festive music in our beautifully decorated main hall.

For anyone requiring a seat, there will be a small number available. If you have any access needs, please let us know in advance by emailing cardiff@museumwales.ac.uk

Performance dates and times: 

Allegra Choir

Saturday 28th November, 11:30am-12pm & 1pm – 1:30pm

Cardiff Stage Choir

Saturday 5th December, 11:30am-12pm & 1pm – 1:30pm

City of Newport Symphony Orchestra

Sunday 6th December, 11:30am-12pm & 1pm – 1:30pm

South Wales Gay Men’s Chorus

Saturday 12th December, 11:30am-12pm & 1pm – 1:30pm

Superchoir

Sunday 13th December, 11:30am-12pm & 1pm – 1:30pm

A Sing Along with Amgueddfa Cymru Caerdydd Choir

Thursday 17th December, 1pm – 2pm 

Cathays Brass Band

Saturday 19th December, 11:30am-12pm & 1pm – 1:30pm

Capital Youth Music

Sunday 20th December, 2pm – 3pm

 

Information

28 November, 5–6, 12–13, 17 & 19–20 December 2026
Cost Free
Suitability All
NMC main hall dome with Christmas decorations
NMC Choir Christmas

Plan your visit

 Admission

Free Entry

Amgueddfa Cymru belongs to everyone, and admission to the Museum is free thanks to funding from the Welsh Government. 

Booking a free day ticket in advance will ensure you receive key information and updates before your visit, helping you to make the most of your experience.

Admission is free, however a charge may apply for some exhibitions, events and activities.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. For safety reasons, we reserve the right to conduct bag searches when entering the Museum​.

 Opening Hours

Until Sunday 1 November 2026

Monday Closed
Tuesday 10 am–5 pm
Wednesday 10 am–5 pm
Thursday 10 am–5 pm
Friday 10 am–5 pm
Saturday 10 am–5 pm
Sunday 10 am–5 pm
galleries close at 4:45pm

Winter Opening Hours — From Monday 2 November 2026

Monday Closed
Tuesday 10 am–4 pm
Wednesday 10 am–4 pm
Thursday 10 am–4 pm
Friday 10 am–4 pm
Saturday 10 am–4 pm
Sunday 10 am–4 pm
galleries close at 3.45pm.

Open on bank holidays, except Christmas

 Accessibility

If you prefer to visit when we’re less crowded, there are usually fewer people on our site from 3pm each day.

Access Guide

 Parking

A visitor car park is situated behind the Museum, off Museum Avenue. Parking costs £6.50 and can be paid at the parking machines in the car park. 

Parking is free to blue badge holders. Disabled parking is also available at the front of the Museum, on Gorsedd Gardens Road.

Visiting by public transport, bike or foot?

You can plan your journey using the Traveline Cymru website or by calling their helpline on 0800 464 0000.

 Eat, Drink, Shopping

  • The Museum café in the Main Hall is open every day 10am-4pm offering a range of drinks and snacks.

 Location

 Multifaith Room

Reserve time in National Museum Cardiff's multifaith room.

This is a clean and quiet area for reflection, contemplation, and worship.

Please be aware that this space may be shared with other members of the public and must be kept clean.

Privacy screens are available if required.

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