If you’re heading to these events, or commuting through Cardiff, you may be wondering what roads will be closed on these days
15:09, 29 Jun 2026Updated 09:49, 30 Jun 2026
More big names are coming to Cardiff (Image: Rob Browne)
Over the last couple of weeks some of the biggest names in music have performed in the Welsh capital. Take That, The Cure, Teddy Swims and Metallica have all been part of this year’s massive summer concert line-up which has taken place across Cardiff venues since the middle of June.
The atmosphere in the city has been electric as it fills with music fans enjoying the festivities. However, those commuting through Cardiff may be less enthused about the long string of gigs taking place in the city. These events have seen a long list of road closures throughout the centre of the city, which has led to diversions and queues of traffic.
Thousands of fans will soon be flocking to the city to watch the next big gigs, which will be Katy Perry at Cardiff Castle on Tuesday, June 30, and Lewis Capaldi at Blackweir Live on Tuesday, June 30 and Wednesday, July 1.
If you’re heading to these events, or commuting through Cardiff, you may be wondering what roads will be closed on these days. Well, here is a full list of road closures for Tuesday and Wednesday. From superstar gigs to cosy pubs, find out What’s On in Wales by signing up to our newsletter here
Lewis Capaldi will be performing two gigs in Blackweir Fields this week(Image: GETTY)
Full list of road closures for Lewis Capaldi
The following roads will be closed between 4pm until midnight to facilitate Blackweir Live gigs.
- Duke Street and Kingsway in their entirety
- Castle Street throughout its length, from the junction with Westgate Street
- North Road from the junction with Colum Road down to Boulevard De Nantes; and Boulevard De Nantes to the junction with Park Place. (Buses will be granted access via Park Place / Boulevard De Nantes and onto The Friary to gain access to Greyfairs Road).
- Cowbridge Road East from Cathedral Road through to the junction with Westgate Street with access to Westgate Street being permitted.
Access to part of the Civic Centre will be controlled throughout the day from 7am. Roads affected include:
- King Edward VII Avenue
- Museum Avenue
- City Hall Road
- College Road
- Gorsedd Gardens Road.
- The right-hand turn from Colum Road into Corbett Road will also be suspended for the road closure times to permit and manage access to residents / business off Corbett Road.
Katy Perry at Cardiff Castle
Castle Street will close half an hour before the events end and reopen when the crowds disperse.
Where to park
There is no parking at Blackweir Live or Cardiff Castle, but there are public car parks available across the city.
Parking can be found at the Civic Centre and Sophia Gardens.
To reach the Civic Centre, exit Junction 32 of the M4, head south on the A470 towards the city centre and follow signage to the Civic Centre.
For Sophia Gardens parking, exit Junction 32 off the M4.
City centre car parks such as St David’s Shopping Centre, John Lewis, Capitol Shopping Centre, and NCP (Adam Street, Dumfries Place and Greyfriars Road) will also be accessible for those travelling by car.
Local bus services will be diverted while the city centre road closures are in place. (Image: WalesOnline/Rob Browne)
Buses
Local bus services will be diverted while the city centre road closures are in place. Please visit the relevant bus operator’s website for more information about your specific bus routes. The following bus services will be affected:
Service 9 (towards Sports Village only): Will follow its normal route to Newport Road/Dumfries Place, then via Station Terrace, lower Churchill Way, Bute Terrace, Customhouse Street and Wood Street before resuming its usual route to Sports Village.
Services 21, 23 and 27: Will start and end at Greyfriars Road, stop GL closest to the New Theatre.
This will mean stops at Cardiff Bus Interchange, Westgate Street to Kingsway will not be served.
Journeys to the city centre on routes 11, 28, 44/45, 49/50, 52 and 57/58 will operate to the city centre via Station Terrace, lower Churchill Way, Bute Terrace and Customhouse Street from 9pm.
Journeys to UHW Heath Hospital are not affected.
National Express coaches will depart as normal from Sophia Gardens.
