Sŵn festival announces first wave of acts for 2025

The first acts for this year’s highly anticipated Sŵn Festival have just been revealed — and it’s already shaping up to be one of the most exciting line-ups yet. Taking over Cardiff from Thursday 16 October to Saturday 18 October 2025, the award-winning multi-venue festival will once again fill the city with boundary-pushing new music across three packed […]

Halfpenny joins Wales coaching team for Japan Test series

Former international Leigh Halfpenny will join the Wales coaching team for the two-Test matches against Japan this July. With 101 caps for Wales, three Six Nations titles including two Grand Slams and sitting third on the all-time men’s points list with 801, Halfpenny comes in as a skills coach for the summer Test series having […]

UK Top Bar Tender To Open New Cocktail Bar & Lounge

Low Key cocktail bar brings calm to Cardiff’s nightlife, led by one of the UK’s top bartenders A brand new cocktail bar is about to quietly transform Cardiff’s drinking scene. Opening Thursday 12th June on the former site of Jacksons in the Grade II-listed Duke Street Arcade, Low Key is exactly what it sounds like — an […]

DJ Marky Returns To Cardiff

A rare extended session from one of Drum & Bass’ most dynamic selectors, joined by SP:MC and a stacked local lineup. Brazil’s legendary DJ Marky is heading back to Cardiff for an extended session at The Globe on Saturday, 19th July 2025. Known for his fast-paced mixing, infectious energy and deep love of the music, […]

 LEGO is Bringing Its New Botanicals Creativity Workshops To Cardiff

The LEGO Group today announces its second Creativity Workshop of 2025, centered around the theme of Botanicals. Part of an ongoing series, this workshop is designed to ignite imagination and nurture valuable social skills through engaging online and in-store experiences for young creators aged 6 – 12.   The upcoming online workshop is held in partnership […]

Fowl and Fury Announce Open Date for Second Canton Site

They are opening with 100 chicken or Cauli Sandos for just £2! Cardiff’s cult Nashville hot chicken joint Fowl and Fury is finally spreading its wings beyond Cathays, officially opening the doors to its brand-new Canton site on Wednesday 11th June. Taking over the former Wiwo noodle bar location on Cowbridge Road East, the move marks a major […]

Cardiff’s New Skatepark in Llanrumney Opens This Friday with Local Skaters at the Heart of the Design

Cardiff’s skate and scooter scene is getting a serious upgrade this week as a brand new, purpose-built skatepark opens in Llanrumney on Friday. Located next to the Eastern Leisure Centre, the 1,000m² concrete park is the result of a collaborative effort between Cardiff Council, award-winning designers VDZ+A and Newline Skateparks, and passionate locals from CSC […]

The Run to Rave Set To Become Monthly Event

Thecharity fun-run event blends running and dancing in one event in Cardiff Bay Due to overwhelming success, Run to Rave, the unique event that blends fitness, fun, food and fundraising, is returning to Tiger Yard in Cardiff Bay – and this time, it’s here to stay!  Starting from 7th June, Run to Rave will now be a monthly […]

Vitality Blast T20 Cricket Returns to Cardiff This Week

Glamorgan made a winning start in this summer’s competition with a win over Middlesex by five wickets If you’re a fan of cricket then you are in for a treat as Vitality Blast T20 action returns to Sophia Gardens, with Glamorgan’s first home fixture taking place on Tuesday 3 June against Surrey, followed by a Friday night lights against Essex The competition got off […]

It’s On’s Guide: What’s On in Cardiff – June 2025

June in Cardiff is set to be a vibrant month filled with a diverse array of events catering to all tastes. From world-class music performances at iconic venues like Cardiff Castle to cultural festivals celebrating the city’s rich heritage, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re a fan of rock, pop, electronic music, or looking to immerse yourself […]