National Play Day

Date/Time
06/08/2025
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wednesday 6 August, 10am – 4pm  

National Play Day

This year’s theme, ‘Spaces for Play’, highlights the vital importance of accessible, inclusive spaces where children and young people have opportunities to play freely, spending time, and connecting with friends – and feel valued as part of their community.

At the National Waterfront Museum, drop in 10am – 11am (quieter hour) and 11am – 2pm:

We’ll be at the main Play Day event with our creative team, with a whole host of fun Dylan Thomas inspired activities designed to encourage creative play.

At the Dylan Thomas Centre, drop-in 10am – 4pm:

Looking for some quiet time away from the hustle and bustle of the main play day event? The Dylan Thomas Centre’s free entry ‘Love the Words’ family friendly interactive exhibition is open from 10am – 4.30pm. Between 10am and 4pm, our accessible learning space will be set up with a range of sensory activities and resources. All exhibition staff have received autism awareness, and family friendly training, and would be delighted to welcome you to our exhibition.

Online: If you can’t join us in person for National Play Day, you can make your own Dylan Thomas themed Quote Boat at home! Here’s all the info you’ll need: Make your own Quote Boat – DylanThomas.com We also have a whole host of free family activities for you to enjoy here: Activities and Downloads – DylanThomas.com

Free.

Swansea’s National Play Day event is organised by Swansea Council’s Play Sufficiency Team, in partnership with play partners.