Cardiff United Kingdom

Cardiff Glee Club

Stuart Street, Cardiff, CF10 5BZ Open in Google Maps

Cardiff Glee Club, Cardiff, hosts 1 upcoming event on 6 Dec 2026, with tickets from £145. General admission from £183.89.

Tickets from £145
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Upcoming shows and schedule

Across December 2026, Cardiff Glee Club hosts 1 upcoming event. Featured headliner is Red Richardson. Tickets currently start from £145.

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Upcoming events at Cardiff Glee Club

How much are tickets at Cardiff Glee Club?

The lowest price each part of the house has been listed at across 1 upcoming date. Seats are sold by individual block, so a specific date may differ.

Where you sitTickets fromDates listed
General admission£183.891

What time do doors open at Cardiff Glee Club?

The main entrance to the Glee Club is located within the pedestrianised area of Mermaid Quay. Queueing arrangements are typically managed along the pavement immediately outside the entrance. Security protocols include bag checks upon entry.

Most upcoming dates start at 18:45 (1 of 1 listed date); each event page carries its own start time.

Door times vary by event — check your ticket or the venue's own website on the day.

About Cardiff Glee Club: Layout, History & Architecture

Opened in 2007 as a key component of the Mermaid Quay development, the Cardiff Glee Club occupies a purpose-built space designed primarily for comedy and live music. Its architecture is functional and contemporary, integrated seamlessly into the leisure and retail environment of Cardiff Bay. The main auditorium is a modern, adaptable performance hall, typically configured with tiered, raked seating for comedy shows, providing clear sightlines across the audience to the stage. For live music, this seating can be partially or fully retracted to create a standing floor, allowing for a more dynamic crowd experience.

With a capacity of approximately 400-450 seated or up to 600 standing, the space balances intimacy with sufficient scale for touring acts. While a small upper level or balcony is present, it is often reserved for private bookings or specific seating configurations. Acoustically, the hall is engineered for amplified sound rather than natural resonance. Its controlled dimensions and material choices ensure a relatively dry sound profile, placing significant reliance on a well-tuned, high-quality public address system to deliver clarity and impact for both spoken word and musical performances. There are no inherent sightline obstructions from structural elements within the main auditorium.

The Live Experience & Current Schedule

Entering the venue from within the Mermaid Quay complex, patrons are greeted by a functional foyer area typically housing multiple bar stations, facilitating efficient service before and between performances. Once inside the auditorium, the proximity to the stage is a defining characteristic, fostering an engaging atmosphere whether seated for a comedy act or standing amidst a music crowd. While the standing area can become quite dense during sold-out shows, the room's design generally ensures a focused, direct experience of the artist.

With 1 live performances scheduled, upcoming entry prices start from £145, reflecting the varied programming from stand-up to established musical acts. The next confirmed event on the calendar is Red Richardson on 6th December 2026, offering the next opportunity to experience the hall's distinct character.

How do I get to Cardiff Glee Club, Cardiff?

Cardiff Glee Club is at Stuart Street, Cardiff, CF10 5BZ. Open in Google Maps

By train and tube

The nearest mainline station is Cardiff Central. From there, the Glee Club is an approximate 18-minute walk south down Bute Street, which becomes Stuart Street, leading directly into Mermaid Quay. Alternatively, local services from Cardiff Central run to Cardiff Bay station, a 3-minute walk from the venue.

By bus

Several bus routes serve Cardiff Bay directly. The "Baycar" (service 6, operated by Cardiff Bus) provides frequent connections from Cardiff city centre to Mermaid Quay, with stops immediately adjacent to the complex. Other Stagecoach and local services also stop within a 5-minute radius.

By car and parking

The Mermaid Quay multi-storey car park is located directly above and adjacent to the venue. Parking is paid and can be congested during peak times, especially on event nights or busy weekends. Advance booking through parking apps or the Mermaid Quay website is advisable to secure a space. Additional paid parking is available at the Q-Park Pierhead Street, approximately a 7-minute walk south-east, also subject to similar demand.

Entry and security

The main entrance to the Glee Club is located within the pedestrianised area of Mermaid Quay. Queueing arrangements are typically managed along the pavement immediately outside the entrance. Security protocols include bag checks upon entry. Arriving 20-30 minutes before the advertised door time is recommended to allow for security screening and bar access, particularly for popular events.