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Alter Bridge Announces Inaugural Blackbird Festival at Cardiff Castle for June 2026

Ahead of their self-titled eighth album release, the festival will be their first Welsh appearance since 2018.

Overview

  • Alter Bridge will headline their artist-curated Blackbird Festival on June 27, 2026, in the grounds of Cardiff Castle as part of the TK Maxx presents Depot Live series.
  • The one-day event celebrates the band’s 20-plus year career and makes up for more than seven years since their last performance in Wales.
  • Welsh acts Skindred, Florence Black and Cardinal Black have been announced as support, with one final lineup spot still to be revealed.
  • Ticket presales begin at 9:30 am BST on August 19 via Depot Live, with general sale following at 9:30 am BST on August 22 through blackbirdfest.com and Ticketmaster.
  • The festival dovetails with Alter Bridge’s 2026 plans, including a January 9 self-titled album release and a UKEuropean arena tour in spring 2026.