Inspired by the Romance and Glamour of Vintage Fashion & Nostalgia this weekend sees the return of the brilliant VINTAGE FOR VICTORY weekend in Whitchurch Village, a leafy suburb of Cardiff. This Boutique Vintage Festival, now in its sixth 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 think is one of the best supported, hidden gems, in the South Wales calendar and whilst it has all the fun, food and excitement you’d expect from a modern festival, the added vintage twist makes it some thing very special for the whole family – the kids are really going to love this one.
Set in the past it celebrates all that was great from the 1940s 50s & 60s. 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 is an opportunity for you, friends and family to dress up to the nines in timeless style, amongst a crowd of people doing the same. With a fantastic musical line up to cater for all ages, Jive & Lindy Hop lessons, get ready to dance the day away.
And they pretty much have it all going on……
MUSIC – PERFORMERS – DANCING – VINTAGE EMPORIUM – VINTAGE FUN FAIR – FOOD – FASHION – CINEMA – CAMPING.
When we say food, we’re not talking wartime rations, they have some of the best Street Food around. Everything from burgers, toasties, hot dogs and ice cream, to the Black Tie Bartenders, the Travelling Tea Pot and the Big Red Bus Bar. we love events where you can turn up and take your pick of amazing food and drink, while enjoying the whole day (and night) filled with entertainment.
You can eat and drink, watch and enjoy, grab the kids and visit a proper vintage carnival. You can learn to dance and shop your heart out (vintage of course) – you can even give your shoes a little treat from Steel City Shoeshine.
LIVE PERFORMANCES SATURDAY
- THE SIGNATURES NORTHERN SOUL – THE SATIN DOLLZ – THE BLUEJAYS –
- THE CLASS OF 58 – JD KING’S ELVIS – THE LONDON BELLES – THE JIVE ACES –
- ST LOUIS EXPRESS – THE JAMES OLIVER BAND – HARLEM RHYTHM CATS(Fri)
LIVE PERFORMANCES SUNDAY
- KING PLEASURE AND THE BISCUIT BOYS – THE SATIN DOLLZ –
- THE FIREBIRDS – THE SWING COMMANDERS – DING DONG DADDIOS –
- MY FAVOURITE THINGS – HOT GIN SWING – THE HOT HOUSE COMBO
They also have……
- JIVE AND LINDY HOP LESSONS
- FULL SIZE REPLICA SPITFIRE & HURRICANE AIRCRAFT
- PERIOD VEHICLES & RE ENACTORS
There is something for all ages, so head along with family and friends and soak up this unique atmosphere. The links below will take you to last year’s programme but you’ll get the idea of how it works.
FESTIVAL TIMES
- Friday 7th July – V4V Campsite Opens 12:00 noon
- Friday 7th July – V4V Campsite After Party ( HARLEM RHYTHM CATS – Free Entry to V4V Ticket Holders) – Live Music From 21.00 – 23.00
- Saturday 8th July – V4V Main Site Opens 10:00 until 21:00 – Live Music From 12.00 – 21.00
- Saturday 8th July – V4V Campsite After Party ( ST LOUIS EXPRESS – Free Entry to V4V Ticket Holders) – Live Music From 21.30 – 23.00
- Sunday 9th July – V4V Main Site Opens from 10:00 until 21:00 – Live Music From 13.00 – 19.00
- Sunday 9th July – V4V Campsite After Party ( THE HOT HOUSE COMBO – Free Entry to V4V Ticket Holders) – Live Music From 21.00 – 22.30
- Monday 10th July – V4V Campsite Closes 12:00 noon
So let’s break down exactly what it’s going to cost you.
TICKET PRICES (subject to booking fee)
ALL TICKET OPTIONS STILL AVAILABLE (Click on any day to view all options)
- Adults …………………………………….Sat £40 / Sun £30 / Weekend £60
- Youth 16-21yrs & *Concessions..Sat £35 / Sun £25 Day / Weekend £50
- Child U16 ……………………………….FREE (All Under 16s MUST be accompanied by a paying Adult)
CAMPSITE TICKETS for Vintage For Victory 2023
- Campsite Pitch Per Tent / Caravan / Motor Home
- Weekend Pitch………………………..£45 Up to 3 nights (Fri/Sat/Sun)
GLAMPING PITCHES Please visit V4V Glamping Options HERE
V4V CAMPSITE AFTER PARTYS (Live Music & Dancing)
- FRI NIGHT – HARLEM RHYTHM CATS / Free Entry for V4V Ticket Holders
- SAT NIGHT – ST LOUIS EXPRESS / Free Entry for V4V Ticket Holders
- SUN NIGHT – THE HOT HOUSE COMBO / Free Entry for V4V Ticket Holders
GENERAL TICKET INFORMATION
- *CONCESSION TICKETS
Any guests able to provide evidence of disability requiring a registered full time carer, will be entitled to purchase a Concessionary Ticket, with free entry for one carer - ADMISSION TICKETS ARE VERY LIMITED so please purchase early to avoid disappointment.
- STRICTLY NO ALCOHOL TO BE BROUGHT ON SITE (this is available for purchase inside the venue) otherwise please feel free to bring all you need to enjoy a family picnic, including hampers, blankets etc
- All Under 16s MUST be accompanied by a paying Adult.
FESTIVAL CAMPING
- Situated close to the main event site within easy walking distance
Cardiff Quins RFC Diamond Ground, Forest Farm Rd, Whitchurch, Cardiff. - On site facilities have running water, toilets, showers and use of the on site club house
- V4V Camping – From Friday 10am until Monday 12 noon …. £35 per pitch
Tents / Caravans / Camper Vans / Motor Homes (no size limit) all welcome - *You will also need to buy admission tickets in order to attend ANY of the festival events
The site is wheelchair friendly with disabled toilet facilities easily accessible. Dogs will be allowed at the festival. They must be on leads and all waste must be picked up and disposed of properly. However, STRICTLY NO ALCOHOL TO BE BROUGHT ON SITE (this is available for purchase inside) otherwise please feel free to bring all you need to enjoy a family picnic, including hampers, blankets etc.
VINTAGE FOR VICTORY – Vintage Festival Wales runs from today – Friday 8th to Sunday 10th July at Whitchurch Library Gardens in Whitchurch Village, Cardiff. For more details on the weekend, go here – VINTAGE A little word of warning though, we reckon a lot of the vintage and charity shops will be doing a roaring trade a little closer to the date, so get out shopping well before the weekend.
