VINTAGE FOR VICTORY 2026

Thursday 9th & Friday 10th & Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th July 2026


 
Plan where to stay for 2026

Campsite, or B&B, or Hotel?

If You're Planning To Attend In 2026

And Are Looking To Book Any Local Accommodation

PLEASE DO IT NOW

Before Prices Rise & Availability Disappears


 

 
2026 Dates

The Vintage For Victory Festival Returns

Thursday 9th & Friday 10th & Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th July 2026

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8 fantastic bands already booked to perform in 2026

Si Cranstoun & His Band

Si Cranstoun & His Band

The Revolutionaires

The Revolutionaires

The Jive Aces

The Jive Aces

The Signatures

The Signatures

Rockin'em

Rockin'em

Whiskey Jean & The Chasers

Whiskey Jean & The Chasers

The Jibbering Heaps

The Jibbering Heaps

The RADS

The RADS

Gene Gambler & The Shufflers

Gene Gambler & The Shufflers


 

VINTAGE FOR VICTORY 2026

Thursday 9th & Friday 10th & Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th July 2026


 


 


 

BELOW is an archive of the 2025 event.
Please go to the live event
Thank You For 2025

Vintage For Victory - Vintage Festival Wales would like to say a "Massive Thank You" to all the Friends (aka Dads Army), Supporters and Organisations that generously gave of their time and energy to deliver the most successful V4V to date.

The list is long, and to say we couldn't do it without you is an understatement, You are all amazing, We raise a glass to you

Thanks Again ~ Cymru Am Byth

BELOW is an archive of the 2025 event.
Please go to the live event

Vintage Festival

Inspired by the Romance and Glamour of Vintage Fashion & Nostalgia we are delighted to announce the return of the Annual Vintage For Victory weekend at The Library Gardens in Whitchurch Village, a leafy suburb of Cardiff

This Boutique Vintage Festival, now in its 8th year, is the best kept secret in the event calendar, family friendly and extremely relaxed.

Set in the past it celebrates all that was great from the 1940s 50s & 60s

We invite you to drift back in time, to those halcyon days and soak up the unique atmosphere in the period costume of your chosen era. It's an opportunity for you, your friends and family to dress up to the nines in timeless style, amongst a crowd of people doing the same.

Vintage Festival

With a fantastic musical line up to cater for all ages, Jive & Lindy Hop lessons, get ready to dance the day away.

Thursday 10th July from 21:00 until 23:00
Campsite Party*

Friday 11th July from 21:00 until 23:00
Campsite Party*

Saturday 12th July from 10:00 until 21:00
Live Music From 12.00 - 21.00

Saturday 12th July from 21:30 until 23:00
Campsite After Party*

Sunday 13th July from 10:00 until 21:00
Live Music From 13.00 - 19.00

Sunday 13th July from 21:00 until 22:30
Campsite After Party*

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MUSIC - PERFORMERS - DANCING - VINTAGE EMPORIUM - VINTAGE FUN FAIR - CABARET ARENA - FOOD - FASHION - BIG SCREEN OUTDOOR CINEMA - VINTAGE CAMPING and much more ...

PERIOD VEHICLES & RE-ENACTORS - FULL SIZE REPLICA SPITFIRE & HURRICANE AIRCRAFT & LITTLE BRITISH RAILWAY

LIVE MUSIC

TWO STAGES & TWO DANCE FLOORS - RNR, JIVE, AND LINDY HOP LESSONS

Confirmed Live Performances Saturday
Memphis Lee And The Creepers - The Satin Dollz - JD King's Elvis & The Burning Love Band - Like... The Beatles - All That Soul - Laura B And Her Band - The London Belles - The Blues Sisters - Lili Del Fleur ~ Oola Pearl ~ Venus Flytrap ~ It's Llywelyn ~ Carey Valentine ~ Dels Dynamites - Isabella Bliss
... More Artistes Coming Soon !!

ConfirmedLive Performances Sunday
Si Cranstoun & His Band - The Satin Dollz - Mr. B The Gentleman Rhymer - The Swing Commanders - Ding Dong Daddios - My Favourite Things - King Pleasure And The Biscuit Boys - Lili Del Fleur ~ Oola Pearl ~ Venus Flytrap ~ It's Llywelyn ~ Carey Valentine ~ Dels Dynamites - Isabella Bliss
... More Artistes Coming Soon !!

ConfirmedLive Campsite Perfomances
The Class Of '58 (Thurs) - Vintage (Fri) - Whiskey Jean & The Chasers (Sat) - St Louis Express (Sun)



Help us to make this the best Vintage Festival in Wales this year.
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THE NAAFI BIG TENT

Music

The hub of Vintage for Victory centers around the NAAFI BIG TENT

It's all about the music...

THE NAAFI BIG TENT

The hub of the festival... It's all about the music...

Inside you will be able to see the BIG BANDS and hear some fantastic vintage inspired performers with plenty to get your feet tapping.
If you're feeling brave, get out there and dance the day away on one of the two dance floors on site.
Please check out performance times to plan your day.

THE UNION JACK CLUB

Get ready to dance the day away at the Union Jack Club.
Playing a great selection of music to suit all tastes and styles.
It guarantees to be a real treat for those who want to dance the day away.
Hosted by the very experienced teams of Valley Jive Duo Mia & Gwynfor (Lindy & Jive), Swingsters (Collegiate Shag & Balboa)plus, Lyndsey from Mama D's Rock and Roll (Rock 'N' Roll).
Beginners can learn to Jive & Lindy Hop & Rock n Roll with experienced instructors who will ensure you have fun learning - You may even catch the bug and sign up for more lessons in the future!!
Lessons are held throughout the day, so be sure to drop into the Union Jack Club.

  • Guaranteed to be a real treat for those who want to dance the day away
  • Great selection of music to suit everyone (Jive, Rock 'n' Roll, Lindy, Swing, Rockabilly and Walk)
  • Beginners Jiving lessons from experienced instructors
  • Live Music & Cabaret

THE CABARET ARENA STAGE

Enjoy cabaret entertainment and more.
Lili Del Fflur - Oola Pearl - Venus Flytrap - It's Llywelyn - Carey Valentine - Dels Dynamites

JD King's Elvis & The Burning Love Band - Memphis Lee And The Creepers - The Satin Dollz - Like... The Beatles - Laura B And Her Band - The London Belles
(provisional and maybe subject to change)
Live Music From 12:00 - 21:00
  • 12:00 - 12:30 - The London Belles
  • 12:50 - 14:20 - Like... The Beatles
  • 14:20 - 14:40 - Mr & Mrs Churchill Speech
  • 14:40 - 16:10 - Laura B And Her Band
  • 16:30 - 17:10 - The Satin Dollz
  • 17:10 - 17:30 - Mr & Mrs Churchill Speech
  • 17:30 - 19:00 - Memphis Lee And The Creepers
  • 19:20 - 21:00 - JD King's Elvis & The Burning Love Band
All That Soul - The Blues Sisters - Valley Jive - Mama D - Swingsters


(provisional and maybe subject to change)
Live Music From 13:00 - 19:00
  • 10:00 - 11:00 - Valley Jive DJ
  • 11:00 - 12:00 - Valley Jive
  • 12:00 - 13:00 - Swingsters
  • 13:00 - 13:45 - The Blues Sisters
  • 13:45 - 14:45 - Mama D's Rock n Roll
  • 14:45 - 15:30 - All That Soul
  • 15:30 - 16:30 - Valley Jive
  • 16:30 - 17:15 - The Blues Sisters
  • 17:15 - 18:15 - Swingsters
  • 18:15 - 19:00 - All That Soul
  • 19:00 - 20:00 - Mama D's Rock n Roll
  • 20:00 - 21:00 - Rock and Roll DJ
The London Belles - CABARET - One Night with Marilyn - Isabella Bliss
(provisional and maybe subject to change)
Live Music From 13:00 - 18:00
  • 10:30 - 11:30 - Rock n Roll Bingo !!
  • 11:30 - 12:30 - Best Dressed Fashion Show !!
  • 13:00 - 14:00 - CABARET (Lili Del Fleur ~ Oola Pearl ~ Venus Flytrap ~ It's Llywelyn ~ Carey Valentine ~ Dels Dynamites)
  • 14:15 - 14:45 - The London Belles
  • 15:00 - 16:00 - CABARET (Lili Del Fleur ~ Oola Pearl ~ Venus Flytrap ~ It's Llywelyn ~ Carey Valentine ~ Dels Dynamites)
  • 16:15 - 16:45 - The London Belles
  • 17:00 - 18:00 - One Night with Marilyn - Isabella Bliss
Si Cranstoun & His Band - King Pleasure And The Biscuit Boys - The Satin Dollz - The Swing Commanders - My Favourite Things
(provisional and maybe subject to change)
Live Music From 13:00 - 19:00
  • 13:00 - 13:30 - My Favourite Things
  • 13:50 - 14:55 - The Swing Commanders
  • 15:05 - 15:45 - The Satin Dollz
  • 16:00 - 17:15 - King Pleasure And The Biscuit Boys
  • 17:30 - 19:00 - Si Cranstoun & His Band
Ding Dong Daddios - Mr. B The Gentleman Rhymer - The Churchills - Valley Jive - Mama D - Swingsters


(provisional and maybe subject to change)
Live Music From 13:00 - 19:00
  • 10:00 - 11:00 - Valley Jive DJ
  • 11:00 - 12:00 - Valley Jive
  • 12:00 - 13:00 - Mama D's Rock n Roll
  • 13:00 - 13:45 - Mr. B The Gentleman Rhymer
  • 13:45 - 14:45 - Swingsters + Mr & Mrs Churchill Speech Pop
  • 14:45 - 15:30 - Ding Dong Daddios
  • 15:30 - 16:30 - Valley Jive
  • 16:30 - 17:15 - Mr. B The Gentleman Rhymer
  • 17:15 - 18:15 - Mama D's Rock n Roll + Mr & Mrs Churchill Speech
  • 18:15 - 19:00 - Ding Dong Daddios
  • 19:00 - 20:00 - Swingsters
  • 20:00 - 21:00 - Rock and Roll DJ
My Favourite Things - CABARET - One Night with Marilyn - Isabella Bliss
(provisional and maybe subject to change)
Live Music From 13:00 - 18:00
  • 10:30 - 11:30 - Rock n Roll Bingo !!
  • 11:30 - 12:30 - Best Dressed Fashion Show !!
  • 13:00 - 14:00 - CABARET (Lili Del Fleur ~ Oola Pearl ~ Venus Flytrap ~ It's Llywelyn ~ Carey Valentine ~ Dels Dynamites - Isabella Bliss)
  • 14:15 - 14:45 - My Favourite Things
  • 15:00 - 16:00 - CABARET (Lili Del Fleur ~ Oola Pearl ~ Venus Flytrap ~ It's Llywelyn ~ Carey Valentine ~ Dels Dynamites - Isabella Bliss)
  • 16:15 - 16:45 - My Favourite Things
  • 17:00 - 18:00 - One Night with Marilyn - Isabella Bliss

See you on the dance floor..............

WHAT TO WEAR

Fashion

We encourage everyone dresses for the occasion.

The good news is that you don't have to spend a fortune to join in with the fun.

The 40's, 50's and 60's were all key periods for fashion, much of which wouldn't look out of place on the high street today.

The 1940's look was very tailored and smart. Ladies generally would wear a dress with fascinator hats, fur shawls and little gloves. The dresses in this era are very much like you would see within an office today.

For 50's dress we recommend a dress with a swing skirt, or a top and swing skirt. In the 50's, bigger was better, so the bigger your skirt the more authentic it will look. These looks really look complete with red lipstick and stockings.

The swinging 60's was a revolution for fashion and was a decade which really broke traditions. This decade included the creation of the mini skirt, it was the period where women really stood up for what they believed in and it showed through their choice of clothes. Clothes were used as a means of expression.

And for the Chaps its easy, you have an array of choices from a Country Gentleman, Slick City Man, MP, Armed forces Officer, Race Car Mechanic / Driver, Teddy Boy, Greaser or Rocker, Hippy and so on

For the Kids its easy too, dresses for the girls and shorts for the boys, Evacuee, School Uniform, Mechanic Overalls, 60s Child, the kids will love it

So let your imagination go wild and lets bring some glitz and glamor to the village

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STREET FOOD & DRINKS

Street Food

The best Artisan street food and drinks vendors are on offer to add to a great day out.

VINTAGE EMPORIUM

Vintage Emporium

A great selection of vintage inspired retailers to tempt you; come prepared to shop.

THE UNION JACK CLUB

Dance Tent

Guaranteed to be a real treat for those who want to dance the day away Great selection of music to suit everyone (Jive, Rock n Roll, Lindy, Swing, Rockabilly and Walk) Beginners Jiving lessons from experienced instructors Live Music

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VINTAGE CARNIVAL

Vintage Carnival

Traditional vintage side shows for all the family to enjoy.

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RE-ENACTORS

RE-ENACTORS

A number of Re-enactment Societies and Groups with be attending to help you to drift back in time !!
Please get in touch if you would like to join them.

RIALTO REVIVAL CINEMA

Rialto Revival Cinema

A wonderful outdoor movie experience, screening Classic Movies each day

  • Mary Poppins
  • The Seven Year Itch
  • Dirty Dancing
  • Roman Holiday
Deck Chairs will be available in the cinema area so arrive early !!

BATTLE OF BRITAIN PLANES

Battle of Britain War Planes

Iconic full sized replica Spitfire and Hurricane along with re enactment RAF flight crew to tell you all about the Battle of Britain, the people and planes.

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VINTAGE VEHICLES

Vintage Vehicles

An array of vintage cars, bikes & military vehicles from the 40s 50s and 60s.
Please get in touch if you would like to join them.

LITTLE BRITISH RAILWAY

Little British Railway

Experience the sights sounds and smells of a real steam train

CAMPSITE & GLAMPING

Camping and Caravan Site photo from pixabay_com

Bring your own Tent / Caravan / Camper Van / MotorHome to the camp site located less than 1 mile away.
We also have some Glamping Pitches with a range of Bell tents that could sleep up to 6 people!
This year we even have some 2-Berth & 4-Berth Airstream

MOULIN ROUGE CABARET

Moulin Rouge Cabaret

"One Night with Marilyn" starring Isabella Bliss
Lili Del Fleur ~ Oola Pearl ~ Venus Flytrap ~ It's Llywelyn ~ Carey Valentine ~ Dels Dynamites

OUTDOOR DANCE FLOOR

Outdoor Dance Floor

Lindy & Jive / Rock 'N' Roll / Collegiate Shag & Balboa
When the weather permits enjoy your favourite dance styes in the open Air
Don't Forget your Dancing Shoes


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LIVE MUSIC

TWO STAGES & TWO DANCE FLOORS

Confirmed Live Performances Saturday
Memphis Lee And The Creepers - The Satin Dollz - JD King's Elvis & The Burning Love Band - Like... The Beatles - All That Soul - Laura B And Her Band - The London Belles - The Blues Sisters - Lili Del Fleur ~ Oola Pearl ~ Venus Flytrap ~ It's Llywelyn ~ Carey Valentine ~ Dels Dynamites - Isabella Bliss
... More Artistes Coming Soon !!

ConfirmedLive Performances Sunday
Si Cranstoun & His Band - The Satin Dollz - Mr. B The Gentleman Rhymer - The Swing Commanders - Ding Dong Daddios - My Favourite Things - King Pleasure And The Biscuit Boys - Lili Del Fleur ~ Oola Pearl ~ Venus Flytrap ~ It's Llywelyn ~ Carey Valentine ~ Dels Dynamites - Isabella Bliss
... More Artistes Coming Soon !!

ConfirmedLive Campsite Perfomances
The Class Of '58 (Thurs) - Vintage (Fri) - Whiskey Jean & The Chasers (Sat) - St Louis Express (Sun)



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CAMPSITE AFTER PARTIES*


A Live Band will be playing in the club house between 21.30 and 23.00
(* Free Entry for V4V Ticket Holders *).

  • THURSDAY NIGHT - Live Music & Dancing featuring The Class Of '58
  • FRIDAY NIGHT - Live Music & Dancing featuring Vintage
  • SATURDAY NIGHT - Live Music & Dancing featuring Whiskey Jean & The Chasers
  • SUNDAY NIGHT - Live Music & Dancing featuring St Louis Express


DANCE TUITION


Some of the 2025 acts


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VINTAGE EMPORIUM


PLUS MORE TBA


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STREET FOOD


Some of the 2025 vendors


2025 FESTIVAL TIMES

Thursday 10th July 2025

V4V Campsite Opens at 12:00

V4V Campsite Music & Dancing
Music from 21:00 - 23:00

Friday 11th July 2025

V4V Campsite Music & Dancing
Music from 21:00 - 23:00

Saturday 12th July 2025

V4V Main Site Open from 10:00 until 21:00
Live Music from 12:00 until 21:00

V4V Campsite Music & Dancing
Live Music from 21.30 - 23.00

Sunday 13th July 2025

V4V Main Site Open from 10:00 until 21:00
Live Music from 13:00 until 19:00

V4V Campsite Music & Dancing
Music from 21:00 - 22:30

Monday 14th July 2025

V4V Campsite Closes at 12:00

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TICKETS

Tickets will be on sale via Eventbrite
(all subject to a booking fee)

This is a Unique Boutique Vintage Festival with very Limited Ticket Availability

Tickets On Sale Now via EventBrite

Discount for SAT/SUN "Weekender Tickets"

A limited number of tickets may be on sale at the gate at a more expensive price.

General Admission - Adult Ticket ±
Adult Saturday Sunday Weekend
2025 Price £45 £35 £70
General Admission - Young Adult 16-21
Youth Saturday Sunday Weekend
2025 Price £40 £30 £60
General Admission - Child U16 Ticket ¤
Child Saturday Sunday Weekend
2025 Price Free Free Free

Campsite After Party - Tickets
Per Person Must be Booked online
Thursday Night Free Entry
Friday Night Free Entry for V4V Ticket Holders
Saturday Night Free Entry for V4V Ticket Holders
Sunday Night Free Entry for V4V Ticket Holders

Campsite Pitch per Tent / Caravan / Camper Van / MotorHome
(NOT per person)
Pitch Up to 4 nights
Weekend Pitch £60
Available Thurs / Fri / Sat / Sun / Mon
As space is limited, this must be pre-booked to secure your pitch.

Sorry but we DO NOT have an electric hook up option.

GLAMPING PITCHES

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AIRSTREAM

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¤ ALL children Under 16 ¤ will only be given entry when accompanied by a responsible adult who also has a valid ticket

Daily Pass Outs will be issued to allow you to exit and re-enter the site throughout the day.

Sorry, NO refunds once tickets have been purchased.

Buy Tickets At The Gate
There MIGHT be a limited number of tickets available for purchase at the entrance gate (payment by cash or card).
 
However, we recommend that you buy your ticket in advance to guarantee entry.

ON THE GATE TICKETS - If any Tickets remain, these will available to purchase on each Day


ON THE GATE TICKETS
SaturdaySundayWeekend
Adult £55 £45 Not available
Youth 16-21yrs £50 £40 Not available
Child U16 ¤ Free ¤ Free ¤ Not available

MAIN EVENTS LOCATION

Whitchurch Library Gardens
Park Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 7XA

 
 

PUBLIC TRANSPORT


BY BUS

Easily accessible from Cardiff City Centre Bus Stops and surrounding stops on numerous routes. Destination Whitchurch Village / Whitchurch Library - Bus stops directly outside entrance
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BY TRAIN

Easily accessible from Cardiff Central Station and surrounding stations. Coryton Station and Llandaf Station - are just a short walk to the festival site
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PARKING

We are delighted that Cardiff Harlequins are providing free event day car parking facilities at their Diamond Ground, where the Campsite Parties are also being held.
Forest Farm Rd, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 7JN

 
 

SHUTTLE BUS


Shuttle Bus Service

By Popular Demand we're delighted to operate a Shuttle Service between the V4V Campsite and the main Event Site
Travel in Style #vintagebus

CAMPSITE & AFTER PARTY LOCATION

Cardiff Harlequins RFC
Diamond Ground, Forest Farm Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 7JN

 
 

CAMPING

Situated close to the main event site within easy walking distance.

On site facilities have running water, toilets, showers, elson point, and use of the on site club house.

Available Thurs / Fri / Sat / Sun / Mon
As space is limited, this must be pre-booked to secure your pitch.
Sorry but we do not have an electric hook up option.

Book Your Pitch »

+++ CAMPERS ~ VERY IMPORTANT +++

You will also need to buy admission tickets in order to attend ANY of the festival events

 
 
 
 
 
 

AIRSTREAM

Hire a 1950's Airstream

Airstream by Timebomb Trailers

2 & 4 Berth Airstreams Available Thurs / Fri / Sat / Sun / Mon
As space is limited, this MUST be pre-booked by the 1st April to guarantee availability.
Solar powered.

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+++ AIRSTREAMERS ~ VERY IMPORTANT +++

You will also need to buy admission tickets in order to attend ANY of the festival events

 
 

CAMPSITE AFTER PARTIES

A Live Band will be playing in the club house between 21.30 and 23.00 (* Free Entry for V4V Ticket Holders *).

  • THURSDAY NIGHT - Live Music & Dancing featuring The Class Of '58
  • FRIDAY NIGHT - Live Music & Dancing featuring Vintage
  • SATURDAY NIGHT - Live Music & Dancing featuring Whiskey Jean & The Chasers
  • SUNDAY NIGHT - Live Music & Dancing featuring St Louis Express

Book Your Pitch »

GENERAL INFORMATION

FAQs

What can or can't I bring into the event ?

NO ALCOHOL (this is available on site) otherwise please feel free to bring all you need to enjoy a family picnic, including hampers, blankets etc

NO BBQs - NO GLASS BOTTLES or GLASSES

DOGS will be allowed at V4V. They must be on leads and all waste must be picked up and disposed of properly

What's the refund policy? = Sorry NO Refunds.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Telephone : 029 2031 2611 - Email : support @ VintageForVictory.co.uk

DISABLED ACCESS

The festival site is wheelchair friendly with disabled toilet facilities easily accessible.


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SUPPORTING PARTNERS
Vintage for Victory is proudly supported by a number of local businesses.
We would like to say a BIG THANK YOU to them all for their generous support

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WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL ON THE WEEKEND


 

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Event Organiser

Vintage For Victory is organised by K & M Sports Events Limited

Some other local events that you might be interested in attending:

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