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.

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.

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.

Multi-platinum indie pop band Bastille are heading back to Cardiff Castle on Friday 10 July 2026 for TK Maxx presents DEPOT Live, with support from Arthur Hill and Carpetman in what’s set to be a huge summer show.

Global pop superstar Katy Perry is to head to Cardiff in 2026 for one of only two exclusive UK shows. One of the best-selling music artists in history, Katy will headline TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle on Tuesday June 30.

Garage and grime legends The Streets have added a Cardiff date to their 2026 tour of landmark album A Grand Don’t Come For Free.

From drag-brunch to boy-band nostalgia, the December programme at DEPOT brings something for every kind of festive vibe. Whether you’re brunching with friends, belting out 90s classics, laughing through Bingo Lingo mayhem, or reminiscing over school-assembly style tunes - this is December, the DEPOT way.

Just days after completing the mammoth Busted vs McFLY sold out arena tour, it is announced the BRIT Award-winning band will take to the stage at TK Maxx presents DEPOT Live at Cardiff Castle on Thursday June 25.

Tom Pilks & The Pyjama Party make their mark on Cardiff’s music scene with debut single Slowly Sinking.

Who saw Sir Tom Jones at Cardiff Castle last night? If you weren’t there, you missed what we can only describe as the best gig in Cardiff all year. It was one of those rare gigs where an iconic Welsh legend, in an iconic Welsh venue and an iconic Welsh crowd, all line up to make something genuinely unforgettable.

On a sun-soaked evening in the heart of the capital, The Human League returned to Wales and turned the historic Cardiff Castle grounds into an ‘80s synthpop dream. The setting alone is special, but when you’re watching a band that helped define a generation (from the front row) it becomes truly unforgettable.

Last night, Alanis Morissette lit up Blackweir Fields with raw energy, timeless vocals, and a performance that transcended generations.

Cardiff Castle was electric last night as Sting took the stage, showcasing why he is considered one of the greats

As we arrived at Blackweir Fields the air was thick with anticipation, and not just for Noah Kahan’s headlining set. This brand‑new riverside venue was hosting its very first concert, and the excitement was in the air.

Music fans are preparing for Cardiff’s brand-new music series Blackweir which kicks off this week with a highly anticipated headline show from US singer-songwriter Noah Kahan.

Ibiza came to Cardiff as the scorching heat and sunshine fell upon the city for a very special dance party at the castle.

Double GRAMMY Award winner Corinne Bailey Rae is to join music legend Stevie Wonder when he headlines Cardiff’s brand-new music series Blackweir this summer.