The Darkness

The Darkness brings nu-metal to Cardiff on Sunday, 13 December 2026 at Utilita Arena Cardiff. The show starts at 18:00. General sale opened on 28 November 2025.

The Darkness Cardiff

The Darkness performs at Utilita Arena Cardiff on Mary Ann Street. The metal band takes the stage at 18:00 on Sunday, 13 December 2026. Book tickets through Ticketmaster.

Charity Support

The venue donates £1 from each ticket sold to the Live Trust. This initiative supports grassroots music venues, artists, festivals and promoters. The Live Trust holds charity number 1211251.

Ticket Information

Each person and household may purchase a maximum of 6 tickets. The venue will cancel any tickets exceeding this limit. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult over 18.

What to Bring and Leave Behind

The venue permits standard compact cameras and phone photography. However, the venue will confiscate professional cameras, long-lens cameras, selfie sticks, video cameras, iPads and GoPros. Do not bring food or drink items into the arena. The venue operates concessions inside where you can purchase food and drinks.

Bring no bags if possible. If you must bring a bag, carry only one small bag no larger than A4 size (29 × 21 × 15 cm). The venue does not accommodate larger bags. A cloakroom accepts coats and smaller items for a charge per item.

Venue Rules

The venue allows standing in seated areas at staff discretion. Do not stand on seats within the arena. Security staff will check bags on arrival.

Box Office and Ticket Collection

Ticketmaster operates ticketing for this event. Call Ticketmaster UK on 0870 154 40 40, or dial +44 161 385 3500 internationally. The venue box office on 02920 224 488 answers calls Monday to Friday, 10:00 to 15:00. Email boxoffice.cardiff@livenation.co.uk for queries.

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

Parking and Access

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

The venue accommodates disabled patrons. Contact the venue on 02920 234 509 or email boxoffice.cardiff@livenation.co.uk for accessibility information.

Where to Stay for The Darkness Cardiff

The show starts at 18:00 and will finish late in the evening. Staying overnight near the venue lets you avoid a long journey home after the performance.

Park Inn by Radisson sits about 0.1 miles from the venue. Hafan y Ddinas Short Stay Apartment sleeps 6 and stands 0.6 miles away. Pen Dinas Self Catering Accommodation sleeps 6 and is 1.3 miles from the venue. Browse more places to stay in Cardiff for additional options.