There are in fact many Eisteddfod which take place each year, many schools have their own, and there's the large and well attended Urdd Eisteddfod (or Youth Eisteddfod). The Eisteddfod traditionally refers to the National Eisteddfod which is the largest festival each year, featuring competitions of music and poetry.

The National Eisteddfod runs this year from the August 4 to August 11 in Mold, Flintshire. The whole area that the Eisteddfod stands, tents and pavillions are in is called the Maes, with a specific area allocated to Welsh learners called the Pabell y Dysgwyr (learners' pavilion). There's plenty to see and do during the week, with competitions in the Neuadd Ddawns - The Dance Hall if you'd like to see traditional Welsh dancing, or the Pabell Wyddoniaeth a Thechnoleg (Science and Technology Pavilion) for those who want to see the latest developments.

Many people choose to spend a couple of days - or in some cases more - at the National Eisteddfod. There's plenty of camping facilities available, and there's a huge community spirit. The evenings during the Eisteddfod can play host to Welsh theatre, Welsh music (gigs) and other entertainment which all helps to bring people together.

The people from learncymraeg.org will be at the Eisteddod this year, asking Welsh learners about their experiences, and talking to famous Welsh people. There'll also be plenty of photos, as well as our webcam.
All of the interviews will be published here at www.learncymraeg.org/eisteddfod/ - our special Eisteddfod site, so keep an eye out to see if you're on there!