July is a blockbuster month in Cardiff, bursting with major music concerts, sporting showcases, and cultural celebrations. The city’s iconic venues – from Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle to Blackweir Fields and Sophia Gardens – will host legends and rising stars. Fans of rock, pop, jazz, trance, and comedy will all find something to love, while cricket lovers can enjoy thrilling Vitality Blast matches island-wide. Family-friendly events in Cardif Bay round out the calendar. Expect high-energy nights, sun-soaked days, and unforgettable summer memories throughout this spectacular month.
Wednesday, 2 July
- Alanis Morissette – Blackweir Fields (Music)
Alanis Morissette brings her iconic, emotionally charged performance under the summer sky. Joined by special guest Liz Phair, the Grammy-winning artist delivers an intimate and memorable set with stripped-back, guitar-driven renditions of her greatest hits. allevents.in+2depotcardiff.com+2visitcardiff.com+2 - Stiff Little Fingers – Tramshed (Music)
Belfast punk legends Stiff Little Fingers return, delivering a blistering set of classic anthems and razor-sharp energy. A must-see for fans of UK punk and unapologetic rock fervour. - Llandaff Cathedral Festival: Explorer Melody (Classical/Family)
Discover melodic harmony in the beautiful reverence of Llandaff Cathedral. Young musicians showcase their talent in a heartfelt daytime concert featuring classical pieces and original compositions—perfect for families and music lovers alike.
Thursday, 3 July
- SLAYER – Blackweir Fields (Music)
Thrash metal legends SLAYER return to the U.K., playing an intense storm of riffs and rhythms alongside Amon Amarth, Anthrax and Mastodon. Expect pyrotechnic energy and a night of headbanging power.depotcardiff.com
Friday, 4 – Saturday, 5 July
- Oasis Live ’25 – Principality Stadium (Music)
The Gallagher brothers reunite for the UK’s biggest music event of the summer. Expect singalongs to “Wonderwall” and “Live Forever” underneath the full stadium lights, with 50,000 fans joining in an emotional musical reunion.
Saturday, 5 – Sunday, 6 July
- Jurassic Bay – Roald Dahl Plass/Cardiff Bay (Family/Exhibition)
A dino-filled adventure returns for the weekend in Cardiff Bay. Life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, fossil digs, themed workshops and immersive shows combine for a thrilling family discovery of prehistoric times. - Cardiff Craft Brew Festival – DEPOT (Food & Drink)
Sample an eclectic range of craft beers and ciders from local and regional breweries. A vibrant festival atmosphere including live music and street food pairings caters to enthusiasts seeking hops-based delight.
Sunday, 6 July
- Vitality Blast: Glamorgan v Kent Spitfires – Sophia Gardens (Sport)
Experience rapid-paced T20 cricket as Glamorgan face Kent in a summer staple. Expect family-friendly vibes, thrilling sixes, and buzzing hospitality in Cardiff’s premier ground. - The Human League – Cardiff Castle (Music)
Synth-pop pioneers deliver festival-ready classics like “Don’t You Want Me” in an evocative open-air setting. A nostalgic nod to the 80s with bright night lighting and anthemic choruses. depotcardiff.com+1stereoboard.com+1 - LFC44: Underground Knockouts – Vale Arena (Esports/Sport)
A unique blend of live esports and traditional sports matches. Expect brilliantly manic competition in this energetic weekend showcase featuring football and game face-offs.
Wednesday, 9 July
- Stevie Wonder & Corinne Bailey Rae – Blackweir Fields (Music)
Soul legends Stevie Wonder and Corinne Bailey Rae unite for a night of timeless classics and lush melodies. Expect emotive ballads and unforgettable duets in a rare open-air showcase.
Thursday, 10 July
- James – Cardiff Castle (Music)
Indie rock band James bring soaring melodies and crowd-chants to Cardiff Castle. With hits like “Sit Down,” the band guarantee nostalgia and euphoria within historic castle walls.
Sunday, 13 July
- Vitality Blast Double-Header – Glamorgan v Gloucestershire & Women’s Team – Sophia Gardens (Sport)
A double dose of cricket excitement as both men’s and women’s teams take the field. A perfect family day in a chilled, sporting celebration of T20 action. - Rude Science UK – New Theatre (Science/Comedy)
Part science show, part comedy, Rude Science merges chemistry and physics demos with comic flair to create a silly and fascinating night out that’s educational and entertaining.
Friday, 18 July
- Vitality Blast Double-Header – Glamorgan v Middlesex / Women v Kent – Sophia Gardens (Sport)
Round off the cricket weekend with back-to-back T20 sides: the men’s final clash and women’s showdown promise high-energy summer cricket thrills. - Mr Scruff / 360 Potato Disco – CULTVR (Club Night)
Turntables meet tubers in this quirky dance night as DJ Mr Scruff adds electro beats to potato-themed visuals—an eccentric and joyful club experience.
Saturday, 19 July
- Lamerica 27th Birthday Bash – District – Tickets
One off the longest running club nights celebrates the best in soulful house and disco classics. The vibe of these parties is a friendly atmosphere, and you will hear the best house and disco the capital has to offer that will keep you moving all day and night! - Cardiff Bay Family Fun Park – Roald Dahl Plass (Family/Festival)
Open from mid-July, this roaming fun park offers rides, inflatables, food stalls, and street entertainment—a vibrant day out in the Bay. - Rock the Castle – Funeral for a Friend – Cardiff Castle (Music)
Post-hardcore legends return home for a celebratory show in Cardiff Castle. Expect high-intensity guitars and crowd nostalgia. - Alice Cooper – Utilita Arena (Music)
Rock pioneer Alice Cooper brings comic shock-rock theatrics, complete with guillotines and grotesque stagecraft. A riotous journey through a theatrical rock legend’s career. - Vale Nature Festival – Cosmeston (Family/Nature)
A weekend of wildlife walks, craft activities and pond dipping set around picturesque Cosmestan Lakeside with a focus on environmental awareness for adults and children.
Sunday, 20 July
- UB40 ft. Ali Campbell – Cardiff Castle (Music)
Reggae-pop anthems drift across the Castle grounds as Ali Campbell revisits UB40 classics like “Red Red Wine.” A laid-back Sunday evening concert for all ages. - A Night at the Musicals – Wales Millennium Centre (Theatre/Concert)
The Novello Orchestra and West End vocalists deliver a showstopping revue—from Les Misérables to Wicked, this concert night celebrates 20 years of WMC in style.allevents.in+11livenation.co.uk+11depotcardiff.com+11cardiffcastle.com+10depotcardiff.com+10stereoboard.com+10stereoboard.com+15djthomascoaches.co.uk+15stereoboard.com+15stereoboard.com
Friday–Sunday, 25–27 July
- GlastonBARRY – Romilly Park (Festival)
Cardiff’s own local alternative to Glastonbury, with food stalls, DJ tents, and live performers creating a community buzz in the sunny parkland.
Saturday, 26 July
- Jess Glynne – DEPOT in the Castle (Music)
UK vocal sensation performs powerful, chart-topping dance-pop anthems in an intimate castle garden setting. A dynamic, vocal-led evening under the stars. - Public Image Ltd – DEPOT (Music)
Post-punk provocateurs from the PiL era deliver boundary-pushing tracks in an intimate venue—a rare treat for punk and alt-rock fans. - Shanghai-la: MARS OLO – Tiger Yard (Club Night)
House and techno banger night from Shanghai-la with special set from MARS OLO. Expect midnight grooves and late-night dancefloor energy.
Tuesday–Sunday, 22–27 July
- Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat – Wales Millennium Centre (Theatre/Musical)
The smash-hit Palladium production returns, starring Joe McElderry as Pharaoh. With vibrant sets, catchy tunes, and family-friendly joy, this classic musical delights all ages.depotcardiff.comen.wikipedia.org+14wmc.org.uk+14whatsonstage.com+14
Saturday, 29 July
- Ghost Stories – Wales Millennium Centre (Theatre/Horror)
Spine-tingling supernatural theatre piece fills the Donald Gordon Theatre with eerie tales—and plenty of audience served chills.
Wednesday, 30 July
- Fontaines D.C. – Cardiff Castle (Music)
Ireland’s post-punk breakthrough band headline Cardiff Castle, fresh off 45,000‑capacity tours. Joined by Kae Tempest and High Vis—this is a must-see summer gig.wmc.org.ukchooseyourevent.co.uk+10depotcardiff.com+10visitcardiff.com+10
Thursday, 31 July
- Pet Shop Boys – Cardiff Castle (Music)
Synth-pop royalty retake the Castle stage with slick production and hits like “West End Girls.” Expect polished visuals and timeless electronic pop storytelling.
