Principality Stadium Guide for Fury vs Joshua

Updated October 15, 2026

Fury vs Joshua takes place at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff city centre, Wales, on Friday, December 11, 2026. Around 80,000 fans are expected inside the venue, which sits a five-minute walk from Cardiff Central railway station. The main event is expected around 1:00 AM, so planning your journey home matters as much as getting there.

This guide covers the venue, getting there, the bag policy and how to handle a very late finish.

Principality Stadium Quick Facts

Address	Westgate Street, Cardiff CF10 1NS, Wales
Opened	1999, as the Millennium Stadium
Home of	The Wales national rugby union team
Roof	Fully retractable
Fury vs Joshua capacity	About 80,000
Nearest station	Cardiff Central, about a five-minute walk
Expected finish	Stadium expected to stay open until about 3:30 AM

Why Fury vs Joshua Is at the Principality Stadium

The main event is timed for US prime time, which means ring walks in the early hours in the UK. Wembley could not stay open that late, so the fight moved to Cardiff. The Principality Stadium has a roof that can close against December weather, sits right in the city centre and has hosted huge late-night fights before. Read the full story in our history of the rivalry.

Big Fights at the Principality Stadium

Year	Fight	Result
2007	Joe Calzaghe vs Mikkel Kessler	Calzaghe won on points
2017	Anthony Joshua vs Carlos Takam	Joshua won, TKO 10
2018	Anthony Joshua vs Joseph Parker	Joshua won on points
2026	Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua	December 11

Joshua is unbeaten at the venue, while this will be Fury’s first fight there.

Getting to the Principality Stadium

By Train

Cardiff Central is the closest station, a short walk across Wood Street. Cardiff Queen Street is also within walking distance. On big event days, rail operators usually run a queuing system outside Cardiff Central after the event.

By Car

There is no dedicated spectator parking at the stadium. For past major events, Cardiff Council has used city centre road closures, event-day parking at Sophia Gardens and the Civic Centre, and a park and ride service. Check Cardiff Council’s travel advice in fight week for the exact arrangements.

By Air

Cardiff Airport is the closest airport. Bristol Airport and London Heathrow are other options, with direct trains from London Paddington to Cardiff Central.

Getting Home After a 3:30 AM Finish

This is the biggest challenge of the night. With ring walks around 1:00 AM, regular trains and buses will have stopped long before the fight ends. Book a hotel in Cardiff if you can. Hotels in the city centre and Cardiff Bay are filling up fast. If you are driving or using a taxi, arrange it in advance and expect long queues. Watch for any extra late services announced by Transport for Wales closer to the date.

Principality Stadium Bag Policy and Security

• Large bags are not permitted, and there is no bag storage at the stadium.
• The official advice is to avoid bringing a bag at all. Fans with bags go through a separate, slower search line.
• Expect body searches at the gates. Arrive early to avoid long queues.
• Check the prohibited items list on the official Principality Stadium website before you travel.

Fight Night Tips

• Fully charge your phone. Most tickets are mobile.
• Dress warmly. You may queue outside on a December night, even if the roof is closed.
• Plan to arrive for the undercard, which is expected to start around 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
• Agree a meeting point with your group in case you get separated.

Still need a seat? See our tickets guide. Watching at home? Read how to watch on Netflix, check the start time, or go back to the main fight guide.

Principality Stadium FAQ

The Principality Stadium is one of the best venues in the world for a big fight night. Plan your route in and, most importantly, your route home, and enjoy Fury vs Joshua in Cardiff.