American rock band Alter Bridge will be performing at Cardiff Castle in June of next year for The Blackbird Festival and will be joined by a host of other rock artists
10:54, 13 Aug 2025Updated 11:35, 13 Aug 2025
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Many artists have performed at the castle this summer and it looks like more will be heading there next year(Image: CUFFE & TAYLOR/DEPOT LIVE)
The first massive outdoor gig in Cardiff for next year has been announced. Depot Live, in collaboration with Cuffe Taylor, who were behind a handful of outdoor events happening in the Welsh capital this summer, will be promoting a brand new rock festival at Cardiff Castle in June 2026.
It has been confirmed that the American rock band Alter Bridge will be launching and performing at the festival on Saturday, June 27, 2026, where they will be joined by a host of other rock artists. The band haven’t performed in Wales for nearly a decade and their performance in Cardiff will come a few months after the release of their self-titled, eighth studio album. From superstar gigs to cosy pubs, find out What’s On in Wales by signing up to our newsletter here.
Tickets for the event will go on general sale at 9.30am on Friday, August 22, via The Blackbird Festival website, which you can find here, with a range of presales kicking off from 9.30am on Tuesday, August 19, via Depot Live’s website, which you can find here. Presale and general onsale tickets will also be available on Ticketmaster, which you can find here.
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It comes after a series of outdoor gigs were promoted by Depot Live and Cuffe Taylor this summer. Fans got to see Noah Kahan, Alanis Morissette and Stevie Wonder perform at Blackweir Fields, while the likes of Fontaines DC, Pet Shop Boys and Faithless performed at the castle grounds.
Alter Bridge is known for their thunderous live shows, searing dual guitars, and unforgettable melodies. The Florida-formed four piece – Myles Kennedy (vocals/guitar), Mark Tremonti (guitar/vocals), Brian Marshall (bass) and Scott Phillips (drums) – have played to millions worldwide and earned a reputation as one of the most consistent and respected names in modern rock.
“We realised we haven’t played Wales in over seven years,” Myles Kennedy said. “To make up for lost time, we thought it would be cool to do something extra special. So with that said, we are stoked to announce The Blackbird Festival.
“Not only does this commemorate 20-plus years of being a band, but it’s also a way to show our appreciation for the fans in Wales who’ve patiently waited for our return.” The band will be joined by a lineup of special guests, including Welsh heavy metal band Skindred, Welsh powerhouse trio Florence Black and rock trio Cardinal Black.
Welsh rock band Skindred will be performing as part of The Blackbird Festival at Cardiff Castle in 2026
One more band is yet to be announced, but fans will have to wait and keep their eye out for a “final surprise”, according to Depot Live. Fans of Alter Bridge can find out more about VIP upgrades, their full tour dates and tickets for their performances on their website, which you can find here.
One more band is still to be announced and therefore fans will have to keep their eye out for a “final surprise”, according to Depot Live.