Festivals and shows are the sign of a thriving community spirit. Both Swansea and Gower have proof enough of this with their many colourful fetes and carnivals during the summer.

Gower Festival of Music: takes place in July and August every year when churches, chapels and village halls ring with the sound of live music and are full of stunning floral displays. A calendar of events is widely available before the festival commences.

The Gower Show: the main agricultural show in the area, held annually on the first Thursday in August on Fairwood Common, near the Airport.

Swansea Music Fest: live music in Singleton Park. Held every July.

Ostreme Open Air Festival: a festive, fun occasion for all the family. Held every year in Oystermouth Castle and the Mumbles.

Llanmadoc Carnival: the premier event of the year in Llanmadoc, held on the Sunday of August Bank Holiday weekend. Procession starts and the Britania Inn and proceeds through the village to a field in Cwn Ivy.