Russell Howard – Don’t Tell The Algorithm

Russell Howard brings his Don’t Tell The Algorithm tour to Cardiff at Utilita Arena Cardiff on Friday, 16 October 2026. Doors open at 18:30. This comedy event is part of the Arts & Theatre programme at the venue.

Russell Howard Cardiff: Event Details

Russell Howard performs Don’t Tell The Algorithm at Utilita Arena Cardiff. The show starts at 18:30 on Friday, 16 October 2026. General sale opened on 26 September 2025. Book tickets through Ticketmaster.

Age Policy and Ticket Limits

The venue restricts entry to over 14s only. Children under 14 require an adult to accompany them. A maximum of 6 tickets per person and per household applies. The venue will cancel any tickets in excess of 6.

Practical Information

The venue is at Mary Ann Street, Cardiff, CF10 2EQ. Contact the box office on 02920 224 488. Alternatively, call Ticketmaster UK on 0870 154 40 40. The box office is open Monday to Friday, 10:00 to 15:00. You can also email boxoffice.cardiff@livenation.co.uk.

Collect tickets from the venue on the day of the show from one hour before doors open. Bring the credit card used for the booking and your Ticketmaster reference number. The cardholder must sign for the tickets.

NCP multi-storey car parks operate around the venue. Visit ncp.co.uk for current information on Cardiff parking. The arena postcode is CF10 2EQ.

The venue is accessible to disabled patrons. Contact the venue on 02920 234 509 for further details. You can also email boxoffice.cardiff@livenation.co.uk.

Venue Rules

Standard compact cameras and phones are fine for photos. However, the venue will confiscate professional cameras, long lens cameras, selfie sticks, video cameras, iPads and GoPros. Do not bring food or drink into the venue. Concessions inside offer food and drinks for purchase.

Leave bags at home if possible. If you must bring a bag, keep it to one small bag per person, no larger than A4 size (29x21x15cm). The venue has no storage for larger bags. A cloakroom charges per item for coats and smaller items within permitted dimensions. Security staff will check bags on arrival.

The venue allows audience members to stand in seated areas. However, do not stand on seats within the arena.

Where to Stay for Russell Howard Cardiff

The show finishes late in the evening. Because of the 18:30 start time, staying overnight near the venue makes sense if you’re travelling from elsewhere in Wales or further away.

Several places to stay are within walking distance or a short journey from Utilita Arena Cardiff. Park Inn by Radisson is about 0.1 miles from the venue. Radisson Blu Hotel is about 0.2 miles away. For self-catering, Hafan y Ddinas Short Stay Apartment sleeps 6 and sits about 0.6 miles from the venue. You can also browse all places to stay in Cardiff.