Intense. Unpredictable. Phenomenal. Single White Female leaves you in disbelief scene after scene, with an interval that feels endless as you wait to return and watch the story continue.

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.

Actors in Cardiff no longer need to move out of the city to find a way into this profession. The traditional path for actors wanting to work in television has always been attending drama school and moving to London. Groups like The Actor’s Room Cardiff are changing this and making space for actors in the city.

Opening with the song “Prologue / The Day I Got Expelled,” The Lightning Thief bursts onto the stage with confidence. Strong vocals and a playful sense of humour set the tone immediately, signalling a production that understands its audience and embraces the joy of its own mythology.

The agency is setting off across the country to find four interns from non-traditional, non-advertising backgrounds and offering financial and emotional support through the process 

The undisputed prince of UK Garage Sammy Virji today announces an unmissable headline show in Cardiff this summer. Breakthrough artist Sammy – who has gone from delivering viral DJ Mag sets to pulling massive Coachella crowds – will bring the party to TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle on Saturday July 18.

Rock supergroup Hollywood Vampires are heading to Cardiff Castle this summer for their first live shows in almost three years. Featuring Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp, Joe Perry and Tommy Henriksen, the band will headline TK Maxx presents DEPOT Live at Cardiff Castle on Friday 14 August, with punk legends The Damned joining as special guests.

A powerful stage adaptation of The Shawshank Redemption arrives at the Wales Millennium Centre, bringing Stephen King’s iconic story to life in a gripping theatrical production.

Supported by the McCarthy Stone Foundation, Cynefin Pamoja brought together young people, elders, employers and volunteers in Newport for an intergenerational employability and careers event focused on connection, conversation and social mobility.

From indie gems in the Victorian Arcades to new openings in Cardiff Market and big High Street names, the Welsh capital is shaping up as one of the UK’s most exciting festive food and drink destinations this Christmas.

Folly Farm in Pembrokeshire is celebrating the birth of its second critically endangered eastern black rhino calf – only the second rhino ever to be born in Wales and a major milestone for the European breeding programme.

St David’s Cardiff is turning up the festive magic this December with Win Your Wishmas – its biggest-ever Christmas giveaway, gifting £13,000 of shopping sprees and prizes, plus a new appeal to “gift Christmas” to five local families across South Wales.

Ivor Novello Award-winning artist Self Esteem will bring her acclaimed A Complicated Woman era to TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle next summer, with special guest Kae Tempest joining her for a huge outdoor headline show.

Arizona rock icons Jimmy Eat World are bringing their Bleed American 25th anniversary show to Cardiff Castle in summer 2026, joined by special guests Rise Against, The Get Up Kids and Jay Som for a huge night at TK Maxx presents Depot Live.

Cardiff-born entrepreneur Morgan Wilce is reshaping what a used car dealership can look like. At just 20, he’s grown Birchwood Motors from a £1,500 idea into a seven-figure business led by a young team in Cardiff

Alt-pop star Mae Stephens has announced her first ever UK tour for Spring 2026, including a Cardiff date at Clwb Ifor Bach on Friday 27 March – backed by Music Venue Trust’s Liveline Fund to support grassroots venues, artists and promoters.

New retail data from Beauclair, shared by FOR Cardiff, suggests December will be a “defining month” for Cardiff city centre - with Black Friday and Cyber Monday expected to play a crucial role in unlocking festive spending.

Much-loved Cardiff venues Tramshed and The Globe are returning to their independent roots, after being acquired by newly-formed Propaganda Independent Venues as Tramshed celebrates 10 years as one of the city’s key live music spaces.

Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter will headline a massive 50 Years of Punk celebration at Cardiff Castle on Saturday 1 August 2026, with The Stranglers, The Undertones and Cardiff’s own Panic Shack also on the bill.

Multi-award-winning songwriter and frontman Richard Ashcroft will headline TK Maxx presents DEPOT Live at Cardiff Castle on Thursday 16 July 2026, joined by Tom Meighan and Apollo Junction for a huge summer show in the city.