Festival N°6 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Festival N°6 |
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Central piazza at Portmeirion
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| Genre | Music, performance arts, poetry |
| Dates | September |
| Location(s) | Portmeirion, Wales |
| Years active | 2012–2018 |
| Attendance | 6,500 |
Festival N°6 was a special yearly music and arts festival. It took place in and around the unique village of Portmeirion, Wales. The festival featured many different types of music and performances. It was known for being family-friendly, with special areas for children and families. The festival ran every year from 2012 until 2018. In July 2018, the organizers announced that the festival would not be held again.
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Discovering Festival N°6
The very first Festival N°6 happened on September 14, 2012. About 6,500 people came to enjoy the event that year. It quickly became a popular festival, returning each year until its final event in 2018.
The Magical Village of Portmeirion
The festival was held in Portmeirion, a beautiful village in North Wales. It's located right on the coast of Snowdonia, in the county of Gwynedd. Portmeirion looks like an Italian coastal town, with many colorful buildings. An architect named Sir Clough Williams-Ellis built the village between 1925 and 1978.
The festival used the whole village, making it part of the fun. Main music events were held in nearby fields. The Italian-style buildings added to the festival's unique atmosphere. Activities and music stages were set up from the Colonnade Gardens to the River Dwyryd, and even on the beach.
Why "Number 6"? The TV Show Connection
The festival's name, "N°6," comes from a famous old TV show called The Prisoner. This show was mostly filmed in Portmeirion itself! The main character in the show is called "Number 6." He was played by actor Patrick McGoohan. In the series, Number 6 is a secret agent held captive in a mysterious village by the sea. This TV show made Portmeirion famous around the world.
Arts, Culture, and Fun Activities
Festival N°6 offered more than just music. It also included live poetry readings, comedy shows, and interesting talks. There were many other cultural activities too. The festival also had hands-on activities for everyone to join in. These included things like "Giant Mind," "Urban Sketching," and "Extraordinary Bubbles."
BBC Radio Wales often broadcast live from the festival. DJs like Adam Walton and Bethan Elfyn hosted their shows right from the festival grounds.
Amazing Artists and Performers
From 2012 to 2018, Festival N°6 welcomed hundreds of musical artists. Many other performers also came to share comedy, talks, and performance art. Here are some of the artists who performed over the years:
| Year | Musical Artists (Examples) | Other Artists (Examples) |
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| 2012 | New Order, Primal Scream, Richard Hawley, Gruff Rhys | Caitlin Moran (Literature), Phill Jupitus (Comedy), Jan Morris (Literature) |
| 2013 | James Blake, My Bloody Valentine, Manic Street Preachers, Johnny Marr | John Cooper Clarke (Literature), Paul Morley (Literature) |
| 2014 | Beck, Pet Shop Boys, London Grammar, Bonobo, Neneh Cherry | John Robb (Literature) |
| 2015 | Metronomy, Belle & Sebastian, James, Grace Jones, Mark Ronson | Irvine Welsh (Literature), Bernard Sumner (Talk) |
| 2016 | Bastille, Hot Chip, Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, Super Furry Animals | Johnny Vegas (Comedy), Mark Watson (Comedy), Joe Lycett (Comedy) |
| 2017 | Mogwai, Bloc Party, The Flaming Lips, Rag 'n' Bone Man, Jarvis Cocker | Henning Wehn (Comedy), David O'Doherty (Comedy), Nish Kumar (Comedy) |
| 2018 | The The, Friendly Fires, Franz Ferdinand, The Charlatans | Irvine Welsh (Literature), Paddy Considine (Talk), Don Letts (DJ Set) |
Where to Stay at the Festival
During the festival, there were limited places to stay right in Portmeirion village. Visitors could also book rooms in hotels, bunk houses, or cottages nearby. For a more adventurous stay, there were options for camper vans, yurts, tipis, and tents.
