Cardiff Castle is implementing additional heat precautions for tonight's McFly concert on June 25, 2026, as Wales faces potentially record-breaking temperatures amid a rare Met Office red warning for extreme heat.
Extreme Heat Warning in Effect
The Met Office red warning for extreme heat enters its second day on Thursday, marking a "severe weather event" in the UK. The warning states that "an exceptional spell of hot and humid weather is expected across this region, with impacts to the general population highly likely." Temperatures are expected to reach the high 30s Celsius.
McFly's Cardiff Castle Performance
The band returns to Wales after a summer performance in Swansea in 2025. Doors open at 5pm, with headliners McFly taking the stage at 8.45pm. Gig-goers are advised to arrive early to allow for safety checks and heat precautions.
Enhanced Heat Measures Announced
Organisers have introduced several measures to ensure fan safety:
- Increased water allowance: Each person may now bring 2 x 500ml sealed bottles of water (previously 1 bottle).
- Additional shaded areas available across the site.
- Free water refill stations throughout the festival.
- Plastic refillable water bottles are permitted and can be used at water stations.
- Mini fans are allowed entry.
- Enhanced welfare team presence on site to provide support and assistance.
These measures follow an epic set from The Cure at Blackweir, as Cardiff Castle continues its summer concert series.
