Designer Collectibles Phenomenon Brand Behind Labubus POP MART comes to Cardiff

St David’s Cardiff has announced that global sensation POP MART is on its way to the city shopping destination. The global force in pop culture and entertainment, famed for its designer collectibles, has chosen St David’s as the location for its first-ever Welsh store. Bringing its renowned immersive retail experience to fans and collectors, POP […]

Terry Higgins AIDS Memorial Quilt displayed in Wales for the first time

A quilt to remember Terry Higgins, the first named person in the UK to die of an AIDS-related illness, will be displayed in the Wales is… gallery at St Fagans National Museum of History from 29 January 2026. Terrence Higgins, known as Terry, was born in Pembrokeshire in 1945.  He grew up in Haverfordwest, before moving to London. When […]

Empire of The Sun Are Set To Play Cardiff Castle

Australian electronic luminaries Empire of the Sun will head to Cardiff this summer as part of their 2026 Ask That God Tour. The tour marks a return to Europe and the UK for the multi-platinum duo as they invite audiences to witness their legendary live performances across more than 20 dates. They headline TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle on Tuesday June 23as one […]

Direct service to North Wales for World Cup play-offs

Transport for Wales (TfW) will be trialling a direct service to North Wales from Cardiff following both World Cup play-off fixtures in March. For the first time, a dedicated post-match 23:00 service will run from Cardiff to Holyhead, ensuring fans can return home the same night. With both fixtures expected to be sell-outs, TfW have […]

Welsh Lovespoons: The History, Meanings and Traditions Behind Wales’ Most Romantic Gift

If you’ve ever paused in a Welsh gift shop, drawn in by a wooden spoon that looks far too intricate to ever stir a pot of cawl, you’ve discovered the Welsh lovespoon. Hand-carved and rich with symbolism, lovespoons are one of Wales’ most enduring expressions of affection. They are not practical objects so much as messages – love letters shaped slowly in […]

Gallop Into the Year of the Horse at Red Dragon Centre This Half Term

This February half term, families are invited to celebrate Lunar New Year at The Red Dragon Centre in Cardiff Bay with a fantastic programme of free activities to welcome the Year of the Horse. he celebrations kick off on Tuesday 17 February, the official start of Lunar New Year, with a fun-filled afternoon. Visitors can […]

Young Welsh Chefs To celebrate Italian Flavours IN Coleg Y Cymoedd Cured Meats Challenge

Coleg y Cymoedd will host a culinary event celebrating Italian cured meats on Tuesday 25th February (from 10:30am), as part of an international educational initiative led and organised by ITA – the Italian Trade Agency – in collaboration with ASSICA(Associazione Industriali delle Carni e dei Salumi – Association of Italian Meats and Cured Meats). The event – Italian Salumi, The UK Contest – […]

Dave’s Hot Chicken Set to Open First Welsh Site in Cardiff

Cardiff’s fast food scene is about to get a serious heat boost as Dave’s Hot Chicken prepares to open its first ever Welsh restaurant. The cult fried chicken brand is taking over the former PMT music shop at the bottom of Caroline Street, right by Wyndham Arcade. Dave’s Hot Chicken has built a huge following […]

The Hundred Returns for a Sixth Year as Welsh Fire Confirm Early Signings

The Hundred is officially back for its sixth year, and with the 2026 season already on the horizon, teams are starting to shape what their squads will look like. Ahead of the competition’s first ever player auction in March, the signing window is now open, giving teams the chance to lock in key names early. […]

Jack Savoretti Announces Cardiff Date on Biggest Tour to Date

Jack Savoretti is heading back to Cardiff as part of his newly announced We Will Always Be The Way We Were Tour, his biggest UK and European tour so far. The singer songwriter will take to the stage at Utilita Arena Cardiff on Friday 13 November 2026. The tour spans twenty nine dates across the UK and Europe […]