Finding ways to make the most of the summer isn't always the easiest.
But luckily there's plenty going on throughout Carmarthenshire in the coming months, with live music, carnivals and outdoor cinemas all to look forward to.
Here's a look at some of the events taking place in the county this summer.
1. Jazz at Llandeilo
The seventh annual festival features a line-up of established and new artists from all over the UK. Offering something for all ages, the festival is based around two of the town's landmark pubs and will start on the Friday night before finishing on the Sunday afternoon.
When: Friday, July 5 until Sunday, July 7
Where: Llandeilo
Details: There's more information here
2. Music in the Pool Garden
The first Fridays of July and August will see music nights at Aberglasney Gardens. July's even will see a jazz trio perform, while August's will see a six-piece band entertain the crowds.
When: Friday, July 5
Where: Aberglasney Gardens
Details: To find out more, click here
3. Antiques Fair and Vintage Market
The event returns to Carmarthenshire after growing in popularity over the last nine years. Visitors can wander around the gardens while also taking in a mixture of antique and vintage items.
When: Saturday, July 6
Where: National Botanic Garden of Wales
Details: Click here to find out more
4. Burry Port Carnival
A weekend that many look forward to every year. On the Friday night there will be live entertainment from 6pm before the main carnival procession kicks off at 12pm on the Saturday.
When: Friday, July 5 and Saturday, July 6
Where: Burry Port
Details: Here's some more information about the event
5. Parc y Scarlets Big Day Out
Free donkey rides, a petting farm, superheroes and children's characters will all be on offer at the family fun day.
When: Sunday, July 7
Where: Parc y Scarlets
Details: More information is available here
6. Carmarthen River Festival
The raft race, which celebrates the River Towy, will take place at 5pm but there will also be a funfair, entertainment and a number of stalls for visitors to enjoy.
When: Saturday, July 13
Where: Quay Centre, Carmarthen
Details: You can find the latest information here
7. Ammanford 10k Road Race
The race follows an open-road route around Ammanford and the surrounding areas. Registration is open from 8.30am before the race gets going at 10am.
When: Sunday, July 14
Where: Ammanford Rugby Club
Details: More details for this event can be found here
8. Invncbl, Pembrey
Based in natural beauty spots throughout Wales, the iNVNCBL event will test your love of fitness while also challenging you.
When: Saturday, July 20
Where: Pembrey Country Park
Details: For more information visit the event's website
9. Fish and Ale Train
Enjoy traditional fish and chips aboard the heritage diesel railcar with a bar serving soft drinks and bottled real ale.
When: Saturday, July 27
Where: Gwili Steam Railway, Bronwydd Arms
Details: Visit their website to find out more
10. Walk-through fairytale adventure
Children will arrive at the stunning castle to be greeted by a glass slipper princess before enjoying a ride in her carriage around the gardens. There will also be cakes and sandwiches available in the dining hall afterwards.
When: Saturday, July 27
Where: Stradey Castle, Llanelli
Details: More information is available here
11. Burry Port raft race
In its third year, there will be children's rides, food stalls, stands and more to have a look around before the raft race gets under way at 3pm.
When: Saturday, July 27
Where: Burry Port Harbour
Details: You can find more about it here
12. Llanelli Pride
The Pride event will be celebrating equality, diversity and community spirit in Llanelli. The free event will provide live music, food and drinks stalls and a funfair.
When: Saturday, August 3
Where: Selwyn Samuel Centre, Llanelli
Details: Here's some more information
13. Dinomania
This indoor arena extravaganza will be fun filled and full of music, lights and amazing dinosaurs with an educational twist. Expect dinosaurs including triceratops, spinosaurus and the T-rex.
When: Monday, August 12
Where: Selwyn Samuel Centre, Llanelli
Details: To find out more, click here
14. Ladies day at Ffos Las
One of the most iconic events of the year at the racecourse will return this summer. Abba tribute band Bjorn Again will be performing after the racing and there will be best dressed competitions running on the day.
When: Friday, August 23
Where: Ffos Las racecourse
Details: More information is available here
15. Outdoor cinema
An outdoor cinema experience is heading to Llanelli this summer, with a showing of the popular Bohemian Rhapsody. There will be food, snacks, a bar and music all on offer before the film gets started.
When: Sunday, August 25
Where: Parc y Scarlets
Details: You can see more about the event here
