You’ve hit the big 3-0 and now it’s time to grow up, right? Well, not exactly, as you can take getting older one of two ways: either you have a sophisticated night out with your pals for your 30th birthday in Cardiff, or you go full-out fun times. Whichever route you choose, we’ve got choices for you, from posh restaurants to late night clubs, here’s our recommended list of places to go in Cardiff on your 30th birthday.
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Last updated on 16th January 2026
Turning 30 doesn't mean the end of your party days - and The Cocktail Club Cardiff are here to show you just that. From private hire rooms to bottomless brunches and cocktail masterclasses, there's plenty of the cards to have a good time here.
Ludo packs in all kinds of entertainment to help you celebrate your big birthday. Inside, you can settle in for some sport on the big screens, head over to the oche to sling some arrows or grab the controller to beast your mates on the PlayStation.
Out the back, there's even more fun and games. As well as a bar and heated, covered seating spots, you can hit the basketball court to slam some dunks and win super cool prizes.
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Turning 30 calls for something a little bit different, and Treetop Golf Cardiff delivers the fun in spades. Get your group together and tee off through waterfalls, caves and tropical ruins as you celebrate your milestone birthday.
Choose from party packages like Explore More (£25 per person) with golf, drinks and nibbles, or Roam Free (£55) for exclusive course hire and a pizza feast.
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Whether you're heading to their Cardiff Central or The Friary venue, Slug and Lettuce is a top choice for birthday celebrations. Expect Instagrammable pink interiors filled with flowers and neon signs, as well as plenty of space for dancing.
You can enjoy two-for-one cocktails every single day, and they also offer both daytime and evening bottomless brunches - which can even be enjoyed outside on the sunny terrace. As for food, expect the likes of mac 'n' cheese, juicy burgers and much more.
If you're looking for a more intimate place in Cardiff for your 30th Birthday party, The Dead Canary is the place for you. This dark and atmospheric bar inside a Grade II-listed building will not only impress your friends with the interiors, but their carefully crafted cocktails created with ingredients made in-house will blow them away. As its table service only, you and a small group of friends and family can sit back, be served and maybe catch a live music act or two.
Active Reality Cardiff Llanishen and Eastern's VR hangout is the ultimate place to celebrate a 30th birthday, delivering an electrifying virtual reality escapade. You'll have the entire venue to yourselves for an exclusive virtual reality experience that will leave everyone buzzing. It's the perfect way to get the excitement flowing and make some memories before the big night kicks off.
If you're looking for a 30th Birthday Bar in Cardiff with a buzzing atmosphere and great drinks at an affordable price, you can't go wrong with Be At One. Their expert mixologists can whip you up something from their long and tasty list of cocktails, all while you sit in a cool bar made of exposed bricks and neon lights. Once you feel ready, why not use all those years of dancing and take to the dancefloor?
Planning a 30th birthday that goes beyond the basic? The Piano Works Cardiff is the ultimate party venue to celebrate the milestone in style. Gather your crew for cocktails, crowd-chosen live music, and non-stop dancing.
With live vocalists, piano duets, a full band, and a late-night DJ, the atmosphere stays electric from start to finish. Add to that the venue's delicious food menu, lively bottomless brunches, and big birthday-friendly booths, and you've got a one-stop spot for a celebration that feels truly next level.
Situated on Womanby Street in the city centre, The Bootlegger is a cool bar inspired by the Prohibition era. This 1920s-style venue promises non-stop live music and DJ sets, focusing on jazz, blues, swing and rock 'n' roll - ideal for a party.
Boogie to great tunes while sipping cocktails, with a cracking selection to choose from. Looking for something a little different? They also host bar game evenings, cocktail masterclasses and bottomless drinks sessions.
Entering your 30s deserves something elevated, and The Botanist strikes the perfect middle ground between polished and fun. This is the place to sip thoughtful serves like the Buttered Coconut Old Fashioned or Garden Gimlet while tucking into fresh, flavour-packed dishes.
The setting feels effortlessly grown-up: warm lighting, natural textures and a rooftop that's tailor-made for a celebratory cheers. After dinner, stick around for the live music and let the night transform into something a bit wilder.
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After something a little different for your 30th? Grab your best pals and head to Alcotraz: Cell Block Nine-One for an immersive experience like no other. Sneak in your liquor for the long-standing inmates and watch out for the guards.
With exposed brickwork, painted murals and South American charm, you don't get many restaurants more fun than Vivo Latino. Their menu is packed with dishes hailing from Mexico to Peru, with influences from Spanish tapas, making the whole experience a tasty and fun thing to do on your 30th Birthday. Round that off with a delicious roster of handmade cocktails and you've got yourself a real present.
