Live music in Cardiff recommendations
Gigs, club nights, festivals and grassroots new bands across the city. Cardiff options are grouped here so visitors can compare relevant listings quickly. Browse current Cardiff listings with dates and official links.
Current events and activities in Cardiff
- Framerate: Pulse of the Earth
FRAMERATE: Pulse of the Earth’s hypnotic imagery bears witness to landscapes in flux. The impact of human behaviour and the immense force of nature unfolds around you across an array of screens. This is a space where you
18:00-20:00 at Wales Millennium Centre / Canolfan Mileniwm Cymru
- Wildwood
After her baby brother is abducted by a murder of crows, headstrong teenager Prue McKeel (Peyton Elizabeth Lee) launches a desperate rescue mission into the Impassable Wilderness an enchanted forest hidden just beyond Portland, Oregon.
19:30-21:30 at Everyman Cardiff
- Every Hell
Every Hell are a Brighton/Bristol-based five-piece blending crushing riffs, melodic urgency, and fearless experimentation into something entirely their own.
20:00-22:00 at Fuel
- Tim Burton's Universe by Mystery Ensemble
Welcome to the fantastical worlds of Tim Burton! We invite you to celebrate this Halloween weekend on a journey through the music that made it unforgettable. А unique concert will take place in the majestic Llandaff Cath
Check official times at Llandaff Cathedral, Cathedral Close, Llandaff, Cardiff CF5 2LA
- Murder Mystery Night
Step back in time to the roaring 1920s – an era of glamour, secrets, and scandal.
19:00 at Hemingway Road, Cardiff CF10 4AU
- Festival of Remembrance Concert
The beginning of November is a time for remembrance as services and concerts are held all over the country to commemorate the contribution of British and Commonwealth military and civilian servicemen and women in the two
Check official times at Google map
- Halloween at The Grand Pier
Halloween at The Grand Pier, Weston-super-Mare Throughout the October half term, the iconic Grand Pier will be transformed for Halloween, with spooky decorations and plenty of family-friendly fun alongside its popular in
Check official times at The Grand Pier at Weston-super-Mare
- Beatles Complete
Having now performed over 250 shows at the world-famous Cavern Club, this Liverpool based ‘beat combo’ are the youngest ever Beatles band to gain a residency at the Cavern Club in Liverpool where they still perform on Th
19:00 at Y Plas, Cardiff Students' Union, Park Place, Cardiff CF10 3QN
- Paul Heaton - Cardiff
Get ready for an unforgettable night as Paul Heaton takes the stage at the Cardiff International Arena! Known for his captivating performances and infectious energy, Paul will bring his unique blend of pop and rock to li
18:30 at Utilita Arena Cardiff, Mary Ann Street, Cardiff CF10 2EQ
- CMCF · Yonaka
Acclaimed Brighton rock trio YONAKA today unleash their propulsive new single, ‘Hit Me When I’m Sore’.
19:00 at Tramshed, Clare Road, Cardiff, CF11 6QP
- Oasis Tribute | Oas-is
Oasis Tribute | Oas-is at Tramshed, Clare Road, Cardiff, CF11 6QP in Cardiff. local event. Check the organiser's listing for the programme.
19:00 at Tramshed, Clare Road, Cardiff, CF11 6QP
- The Music of Harry Potter by Mystery Ensemble
The world of magical music from the famous novels of the same name by J.K. Rowling, lit by a flicker of hundreds of candles! The evening programme includes music from the unforgettable Harry Potter fantasy films, perform
Check official times at Llandaff Cathedral, Cathedral Close, Llandaff, Cardiff CF5 2LA
- Jack Savoretti
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Jack Savoretti comes to Utilita Arena Cardiff on Friday, 13 November as part of his forthcoming We Will Always Be The Way We Were Tour.
12:00 at Utilita Arena Cardiff, Mary Ann Street, Cardiff CF10 2EQ
- Enter Shikari
With zero announcements or teasers from the band, Enter Shikari surprise released their brand new album, Lose Your Self, on 10 April 2026.
12:00 at Utilita Arena Cardiff, Mary Ann Street, Cardiff CF10 2EQ
- Beaujolais Nouveau Day at Cardiff Church Street
We’re delighted to host Beaujolais Nouveau Day celebrations this November! Join us in Cardiff Church Street on Thursday 19th November for another lively afternoon of great food, wine and live music.
12:00 at The Botanist Cardiff Central, Church Street, Cardiff CF10 1BG
- Interpol + Bloc Party
Interpol and Bloc Party today announce a co-headline tour that will unite two era-defining bands for a run of 18 dates across the UK and Europe in 2026.
18:30 at Utilita Arena Cardiff, Mary Ann Street, Cardiff CF10 2EQ
- Bellowhead
Bellowhead celebrate the 20th anniversary of their full-length debut album Burlesque in 2026.
19:00 at New Theatre Cardiff
- The Christmas Orchestra
Celebrate the magic of the festive season with The Christmas Orchestra – a breath-taking live concert experience performed by a professional chamber orchestra.
12:00 at Llandaff Cathedral, Cathedral Close, Llandaff, Cardiff CF5 2LA