History

Saturnalia – A Roman Festival

Caerleon Roman Fortress Baths, High Street, Newport, NP18 1AE

Thursday 2nd January 11:00 - Sunday 5th January 16:00

About Saturnalia – A Roman Festival

Saturnalia – A Roman Festival

Celebrate Saturnalia - the Roman festival held in December when there were feasts and present-giving.
Romans would decorate their houses with wreathes and candles to celebrate Saturn the Roman God of agriculture.
Follow the free trail to discover all about the ancient Roman festival Saturnalia celebrated in December.
You do not need to book tickets for this event

Days

Sat 14th Dec 2024 – Sun 23rd Dec 2024
Fri 27 Dec 2024 – Tue 31 Dec 2024
Thu 02 Jan 2025 - Sun 05 Jan 2025

Times
11:00 – 16:00

Website https://cadw.gov.wales/saturnalia-a-roman-festival

Event location

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Tredegar House, Pencarn Way, Newport, NP10 8YW

Friday 6th December 11:30 -
Monday 23rd December 20:00

Caerleon Roman Fortress Baths, High Street, Newport, NP18 1AE

Saturday 14th December 11:00 -
Monday 23rd December 16:00