Wales Airshow returns to Swansea for 2026 on July 25 and 26, and organisers have announced a full schedule of road closures to accommodate the free event. The airshow will feature some of the best pilots and flying displays in the world, showcasing incredible aerial acrobatics over the city.
Parking Restrictions and Tow-Away Zone
Organisers state: "For safety, security and to aid traffic movement in the area, some roads must be kept free of parked vehicles. Parking restrictions and a vehicle tow-away operation will be in place. If you are affected, please move your vehicle to an alternative location."
Parking restrictions and a tow-away zone will be in effect from 10am on Friday, July 24 until 5am on Monday, July 27 on both sides of Oystermouth Road / Mumbles Road, both sides of Bryn Road, and Mansel Street westbound. Additionally, Swansea Promenade from the Civic Centre to Sketty Lane will be prohibited to cyclists from 7am on Thursday, July 23 until 11pm on Tuesday, July 28. Emergency access will be maintained at all times.
Phase One Road Closures
From noon on Friday, July 24 until 5am on Monday, July 27, Oystermouth Road/Mumbles Road will be closed in a westbound direction only, from the junction of West Way to Brynmill Lane. There will be no access between the eastbound carriageway of Oystermouth Road and Bond Street, St Helens Road, Beach Street, and Gorse Lane. A 20mph speed restriction will be in force eastbound, and access to the Marina will be maintained via Dunvant Place.
Phase Two Road Closures
From 8am on Saturday, July 25 until 5am on Monday, July 27, Oystermouth Road/Mumbles Road will be closed in both directions from the junction of West Way to Sketty Lane. Diversions will be in place. Access to the Marina will be maintained via Dunvant Place, and access to Argyle Street will be maintained using a short diversion via the Civic Centre.
Additional Closures
Pantycelyn Road (between Dyfed Avenue and Townhill Road) and Nicander Parade (between Llewelyn Circle and Creidiol Road) will be closed between 8am and 7pm on both days. From 6am on Saturday, July 25 until 5am on Monday, July 27, Guildhall Road South will be closed from its junction with Francis Street to Oystermouth Road. Access to Swansea University and Brynmill Lane will be maintained via Sketty Lane.
Residents and visitors are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and allow extra time for travel during the event weekend.
