The perfect gift for Christmas
Take a scroll through some of the shows we have coming up at the Arena next year, and find the easy gift to buy, and the perfect gift to give.
ManBetX Welsh Open
10 – 16 Feb 2020
The ManBetX Welsh Open will run from February 10 to 16, 2020 at Motorpoint Arena Cardiff.
It is the last of the 2019-20 Home Nations series, with snookerâs top stars battling for prestigious titles. The event starts with 128 players in a flat draw, and a field packed with the sportâs leading cuemen.
The Welsh Open has been running since 1992 and has been won by all of snookerâs biggest stars, including Ronnie OâSullivan, Mark Selby, John Higgins, Mark Williams and defending champion Neil Robertson.
Harlem Globetrotters
28 Feb 2020
The Original Harlem Globetrotters | Pushing the Limits World Tour 2020
The world famous Harlem Globetrotters, featuring some of the most electrifying athletes on the planet, are bringing their spectacular show to the UK as part of their 2020 Pushing the Limits World Tour.
KISSTORY presents The Blast Off! Tour
2 Mar 2020
Next year a very special, one-of-a-kind tour is coming to arenas across Ireland and the UK in February and March. With a huge all-star line-up, The Blast Off Tour! features live performances from top US artists Nelly, Salt N Pepa, Shaggy, Mya and Blu Cantrell.
Michael Ball & Alfie Boe: Back Together
3 Mar 2020
Michael Ball, Alfie Boe
Theyâre back. The worldâs ultimate musical duo, Michael Ball and Alfie Boe, have missed each other, and we have missed them.
Both singers have been extremely busy, with hugely successful solo albums, sell-out tours and both currently starring in Les Misérables in the West End, but it is the combination of these two arresting voices and personalities which proves to be irresistible to countless fans across the nation.
The Whitney Houston Hologram Tour
6 Mar 2020
The only Whitney Houston production authorised by the Whitney Houston estate.
The show will include all of the singerâs iconic hits including  âI Will Always Love You,â âI Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Meâ), âThe Greatest Love of Allâ and âHigher Love.â
The Script
10 Mar 2020
Becky Hill
David Gray
22 Mar 2020
Multi-platinum, multi-Brit and Grammy-nominated, British singer-songwriter David Gray has announced White Ladder: The 20th Anniversary Tour, to celebrate the trailblazing albumâs 20-year anniversary.
Planet Earth II Live In Concert 2020
26 Mar 2020
Planet Earth II Live In Concert 2020 UK and Ireland Arena Tour
Hosted by Liz Bonnin
Music by Hans Zimmer, Jacob Shea & Jasha Klebe
For Bleeding Fingers Music
City Of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, Conducted by Matthew Freeman
Planet Earth II Live in Concert, from BBC Studios and the acclaimed BBC Natural History Unit that created TV sensations, Blue Planet II and Dynasties, has announced a UK & Ireland arena tour for Spring 2020. Experience sensational footage from the BAFTA and EMMYÂź award winning BBC series which guarantees to bring audiences closer to the planetâs spellbinding animals, landscapes and wildlife dramas than ever before.
The Joe And Dianne Show
27 Mar 2020
Expect music, comedy and of course a little bit of dance in this never-before-seen variety show from Strictly Come Dancing finalists; Joe Sugg and Dianne Buswell.
Together for their first ever joint tour, The Joe & Dianne Show will give audiences a fantastic evening of performance, full of glitz, magic and plenty of laughs, guaranteed to leave fans of all ages spellbound.
The show hits the road in March and April 2020 for only 20 shows across the country, promising to be a show like no other.
Craig David
13 Apr 2020
Plus Special Guests
Craig David is heading back to the Arena next April.
Rick Astley Greatest Hits Tour 2020
17 Apr 2020
Simple Minds
14 Apr 2020
Simple Minds celebrate forty iconic years with a huge world tour.
Elbow
18 Apr 2020
Elbow, who release their eighth studio album, âGiants of All Sizesâ on October 11, have announced an extensive tour across the UK, heading to Cardiff on Saturday 18 April 2020.
Disney On Ice presents Magical Ice Festival
23 – 26 Apr 2020
Enter a world of adventure featuring daring tales from across the kingdom in Disney On Ice presents Magical Ice Festival. Â Join fearless wayfinder Moana and the greatest demigod that ever lived, Maui, on an action-packed voyage to return the stolen heart of Te Fiti. Â Journey with the Disney Princesses in a magical mix of royalty when Disney On Ice brings this winsome wonderland to a city near you!
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
3 May 2020
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds heading to the Arena on 3 May 2020
WWE Live
6 May 2020
WWE Live is a unique blend of sport and entertainment, combining in-ring match action with dramatic entertainment. Bursting with all the drama and energy of a rock concert, in a fun, lively and exciting environment, WWE Live is the ultimate in family entertainment!
Gregory Porter & his band
10 May 2020
Gregory Porter, international best-selling artist and two time Grammy Award-winning jazz/soul singing sensation, will perform at the Arena on 10 May 2020.
With his irresitable warm baritone vocals, Porter continues to perform to sell-out audiences around the world and has achieved international recognition and acclaim, with both his Grammy winning selling albums âLiquid Spiritâ and âTake Me To The Alleyâ.
Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals 2020 Tour
22 – 23 May 2020
Following the incredible success of Strictly Come Dancing â The Professionals 2019 UK Tour, dance fans will be delighted to hear that next year some of their favourite Pros will again don their dancing shoes and return to the road in a sparkling brand new 34-date UK tour.
The Strictly Come Dancing Professionals UK Tour returned to constant standing ovations and great critical acclaim this year, with the Mail on Sunday awarding the show five stars, exclaiming âthis is a smasher of a show and I couldnât have enjoyed it moreâ. Â The Daily Express awarded the show four stars, labelling it âbreathtakingâ.
Barry Manilow
2 Jun 2020
Barry Manilow has announced that he will return to the UK in 2020 for a limited number of of Arena concerts – heading the Motorpoint Arena Cardiff on 2 June 2020!
Pet Shop Boys
3 Jun 2020
PSB will open their first even greatest hits tour – Dreamworld: The Greatest Hits Live.
Collabro
10 Oct 2020
Four sell out UK tours, two US tours, headline slots at the London Palladium, Wembley Stadium, the Royal Albert Hall, the 02 Arena and a show for Her Majesty The Queen later, Collabro have announced the release of their fifth album âLove Like Thisâ on November 15th  2019, through BMG.
They will take the new album out to their fans with a full UK tour heading to the Arena on 10 Oct 2020.
The Dualers
14 Nov 2020
The Dualers are a 9 piece Ska & Reggae band from South East London. They first hit the headlines when the single Kiss on the Lips stormed in to the UK top 30 despite no industry backing.
With a number of album releases, several top 40 chart singles and a large worldwide fan base behind them their success has continued. The Dualers unique Jamaican style rhythm & blues sound teamed with their lively vibrant performances has seen the band consistently perform to sell-out crowds all over the UK, Europe & Asia.
Thunder
19 Nov 2020
With Thunder marking three incredible decades as one of Britainâs finest rock acts the band will undertake a 5 date Arena tour in November 2020.
Nightwish
16 Dec 2020
Nightwish are returning to their European fans on their upcoming WORLD TOUR! Heading to Cardiff on 16 December 2020.
Being known for their unique songwriting, visual stage designs and pyro effects, Finnish symphonic metal heroes NIGHTWISH promise to take their audience on a spectacular audiovisual journey once again.
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