What’s on: Scarlets v Bristol Bears

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Saturday night lights, the return of Champions Cup rugby, a spicy Anglo-Welsh rivalry and dollops of festive spirit. What a night we have in store!!!

Here’s everything you need to know about what’s happening at the Parc for the visit of Bristol Bears.

What time is kick-off?

The match kicks off at 20:00

Can I buy tickets on the day?

Yes you can, however we’d recommend buying in advance of the game to avoid queues on matchday. The ticket office is open from 12pm until half-time. Buy your tickets here

Is the club shop open?

Yes, the VX3 shop is open from 10am until kick-off. Check out the collection here

VX3 will also have a stand in the FSG Supporters Arena before kick-off.

Where can I park?

Public parking is in Car Park B on the Trostre Park side. 

  • Cost is £5 per car on the gate 
  • Cash and card payment accepted 
  • Gates open at 17:00

Please do not park in residential streets around the Parc. We would also like to remind people not to park on grass verges around the stadium as this causes damage to the surrounding environment and also blocks routes used by the emergency services. Vehicles parked illegally may be clamped or towed away. 

Please also be aware that neighbouring retail parks are operating parking restrictions using vehicle identification cameras. Fines will be issued for those who exceed the time limits.

The car parks are going to be busy so please arrive early and give plenty of time for your journey if you have a long way to travel.

Is there a bus service?

Yes, there is the regular shuttle bus and a bus service from Carmarthen, which stops in Kidwelly, Burry Port, Coleg Sir Gar and Dominos, Llanelli in operation for this game. The last bus leaves at 22:20.

Do you accept cash in the stadium?

Yes we do, but we will not be accepting the old paper £50 and £20 notes.

When do the stadium gates open?

  • 17:30 The Lolfa Strade Lounge (formerly Heart and Soul) opens for 1872 and Stradey Season ticket holders. Pies and pasties will be available. 
  • 17:45 Tanner Banc Bar open
  • 18:00 Hospitality guests can gain entry 
  • 19:00 Turnstiles and kiosks open to the public 

What’s happening before the match?

There’s plenty going in the FSG Supporters Arena (The Barn) before the match so pop in and sample what’s on offer.

The FSG Supporters Arena opens at 18:00

  • Player appearance (18:30)
  • Bouncy castles
  • Scarlets passing cage
  • Face painting
  • Scarlets VX3 Shop
  • Tag rugby
  • Cochyn

19:30 DJ Gnasher set pitch side

DJ Gnasher is a young rising star on the Welsh DJ scene. He’s played In It Together Festival twice, the Big Sleepover festival, little logic family rave and performed with Josh Navidi and N-Trance in 2025. Gnasher gets the crowd going with his modern mixes and classic dance bangers!!!

19:15 Scarlets Choir perform in South Stand

Where can I buy 50-50 raffle tickets?

There will be roaming 50-50 raffle sellers around the stadium and in hospitality pre-match. Proceeds from the raffle go to the Scarlets Community Foundation.

What’s happening at half time?

The following teams will be playing tag rugby 

  • Pontyates U8s 
  • Ammanford U8s

50-50 raffle winner will be announced 

What about after the match?

Head over to the Tanner Banc Bar, catch up with friends and enjoy a beverage before heading home.

What about community rugby activities?

A warm welcome to the following teams who will be joining us for pre-match activities

Kick-off tunnel guard of honour

  • Gowerton U13s

Flag Bearing

  • Pontyates U8s & U11s
  • Ammanford U8s
  • Haverfordwest U14s

Walking out with players

  • Merched Mynydd Mawr U8s & U12s

Who are the match-day mascots?

Evan Matthews

Age: 10

Favourite Player: Taine Plumtree

School: Marlborough Primary School, Cardiff

Jack Matthews

Age: 8

Favourite Player: Tom Rogers

School: Marlborough Primary School, Cardiff

Club: Llanishen RFC U8s