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Weekly roundup at The O2

It’s been a big week of announcements here at The O2 as we start to pack in the gigs towards the end of the year. Heavy metal fans will need to move quickly for Iron Maiden’s last European tour date, while a new batch of Lee Evans and Rod Stewart tickets are sure to be in high demand.

Events on sale at The O2

There’s a lot to talk about at The O2 this week. Why not treat Dad to a night out dancing to one of his favourite bands? From JLS, Peter Gabriel and Barry Gibb, whatever he’s into, there’s something to suit all tastes.

Micky Flanagan - The O2 lowdown

To celebrate the release of Micky Flanagan tickets ahead of his upcoming shows at The O2, we’re taking a little look back at the East End comic’s rise to fame.

Food and Drink at The O2

Are you looking for a new place to enjoy some of the best food and drink in London? More and more people are discovering that The O2 has more than just fantastic entertainment.

Another week brings another roundup of exciting events

Comedic and cultural performances from Miranda Hart and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan through to huge productions with Barclaycard presents British Summer Time Hyde Park and Disney on Ice.

The O2 gets the 500th Changing Places accessible toilet

The O2 arena’s disabled access gets a new addition with the 500th Changing Places fully accessible toilet.

New events on sale

It’s been another big week at The O2 and we’re delighted to announce that musical legend Leonard Cohen will be returning here for a second date in September.

Upcoming events and concerts at The O2

There’s always something going on here at The O2, so we thought we would give you all a little update on the latest and greatest in upcoming London entertainment.

Maroon 5 postpone June dates to January 2014

Due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts, Maroon 5 have been forced to postpone their forthcoming shows at The O2.

Five movies we can't wait to see this summer

You can never underestimate the importance of cinema’s summer film season. Last year, seven out of the fifteen highest-grossing releases were launched during this period and this year is set to be even more significant with some serious summer blockbusters with Cineworld at The O2.

Lee Evans to bring his Monster tour to The O2 in 2014

The O2 is very pleased to announce that Lee Evans will be performing here on 26 and 27 September and 3 and 4 October 2014.

Russell Howard makes a return to The O2 in March 2014

After selling out three dates in 2011 at The O2, we're happy to confirm that Russell Howard, one of the funniest and most successful comedians of our time will be returning with his Wonderbox show on Saturday 29 March 2014.

WWE LIVE is coming to The O2 this November

We are pleased to confirm that WWE Live is returning to The O2 on Friday 15 November.

Bee Gees legend Barry Gibb to perform at The O2 on 3 October

Barry Gibb has designed the Mythology Tour as a tribute to his brothers and it is set to be a journey that takes in the Bee Gees timeless catalogue.

Wet Wet Wet to perform their Greatest Hits tour at The O2 in December

Bursting onto the scene 26 years ago in 1987, Wet Wet Wet are back.

John Mayer brings his Born and Raised tour to The O2

After almost three years, John Mayer is back on the road performing his only UK show at The O2 as part of his Born and Raised tour.

So Solid Crew to play their last ever show at The O2

Following their huge headline reunion show at indigo2 which sold out almost instantly, So Solid Crew are back and will perform their last ever show at The O2 on 5 October 2013.

Depeche Mode confirm a third date at The O2

Due to high demand Depeche Mode have added another date to their UK tour.

Black Sabbath announces UK tour

As global anticipation for their new album 13 continues to grow, Black Sabbath today announces a December UK arena tour.

Status Quo announce the Bula Quo! tour

Britain’s best-loved rockers Status Quo return to The O2 with the Bula Quo! UK tour.

Legend Barbra Streisand is to play her only UK gigs at The O2 on Saturday 1 & Monday 3 June

Titled Barbra Streisand Live, the show is set to be a magical evening of timeless hits combining her amazing voice, with self-deprecating humour and charming banter.

Dancers from Bollywood Showstoppers are to perform a special masterclass

Ten members of the public are being offered the opportunity to win a dance class with Bollywood dancers, Bolly Flex, in the main entrance of The O2 on Thursday 21 March.

Simple Minds plus very special guests Ultravox to perform at The O2

One of the UK's most successful rock groups; Simple Minds will be playing at The O2 on Saturday 30 November 2013.

Nickelback return to The O2 with 'The Hits'

Rock superstars Nickelback have announced that they will be returning to the The O2 on Sunday 24 November with 'The Hits' tour.

Disney On Ice comes to The O2 this winter

Join Mickey and friends when they come to The O2 this December for Feld Entertainment's newest ice spectacular, Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream.

Grammy Award nominee Bruno Mars adds second date at The O2

Bruno Mars adds second date to his The Moonshine Jungle World Tour at The O2

TheWeeknd comes to The O2

TheWeeknd has announced that he will be playing his biggest UK show to date at The O2 on Tuesday 26 November 2013.

Josh Groban comes to The O2

Internationally renowned singer, songwriter, and actor Josh Groban has confirmed the All That Echoes show is to come to The O2 on Friday 14 June 2013.

Country to Country to launch pop up stages and The Town Square

The spirit of Nashville is set to be captured in The O2 with a number of pop up stages and The Town Square - a bespoke retail area - being created as part of the Country to Country festival.

The Big Reunion tour comes to The O2

5ive, Atomic Kitten, B*Witched, Liberty X, 911 and the Honeyz will be performing at The O2 on 14 May as part of The Big Reunion tour.

Boyzone - BZ20 The Anniversary Tour

Boyzone are set to play The O2 on 20 December as part of their BZ20 anniversary tour.

Fleetwood Mac to perform at The O2

Iconic band Fleetwood Mac have today announced they will be playing at The O2 on Tuesday 24 September 2013.

Warriors' Call - Froch vs. Kessler II rematch at The O2

World super middleweight giants Carl Froch and Mikkel Kessler will clash at The O2 on Saturday 25 May.

The Polo Event of the summer - HPA Gaucho International at The 02

The third annual HPA Gaucho International Polo event is to take place on Tuesday 21 May 2013 at The O2.

Miranda Hart: My What I Call announce second date at The O2

The award winning Queen of Comedy Miranda Hart has confirmed a second date at The O2 on Thursday 13 March 2014.

In the Night Garden Live summer classic is back for 2013

A delightful summer classic for children, In the Night Garden Live is back at The O2 from 6 - 22 June 2013 in the Live Quarter.

The Who to play at The O2 on Saturday 15 June

The Who, one of rock’s legendary and defining bands, has announced a show at The O2.

Leehom performs first ever European concert at The O2 on 15 April

American-born singer-songwriter, record producer and actor Leehom will play live in the UK for the first time ever performing his Open Fire concert at The O2.

Award-winning stand-up comedian Louis CK comes to The O2 on 20 March

With his first appearance in London since 2009, Louis CK brings his stand-up show to The O2 on 20 March 2013.

Paloma Faith nominated for two BRIT awards: Best British Female and Best Album

Her album Fall To Grace is now platinum in the UK.

Meat Loaf to perform at The O2 as part of his Last at Bat tour on 5 April

One of the world's most successful recording artistes, Meat Loaf, has today announced his show at The O2 will be split into two parts.

Miranda Hart announces 'My, What I Call, Live Show' at The O2

The award winning Queen of Comedy is on stage doing stand-up for the first time since her hit series Miranda was shown on TV with a date announced at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue on Wednesday 12 March 2014.

Neil Young & Crazy Horse announce date at The O2

Following the positive reviews that greeted the recent expansive double-album Psychedelic Pill, Neil Young & Crazy Horse can now confirm details of a UK tour which will take place in June 2013 with a date at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, on Monday 17 June 2013.

Ne-Yo announces date with support from Tulisa at The O2

Global superstar Ne-Yo will touch down in the UK next March for a monster tour storming the biggest music venues in the UK. Returning to the arena stage, the Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter will headline a date at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue - on Friday 15 March 2013.

Leonard Cohen announces date at the UK in 2013

The rapturously acclaimed musical legend Leonard Cohen is set to delight audiences as he returns to the UK in 2013 with an exclusive show at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue on Friday 21 June 2013.

Theatretrain announce date at The O2

Theatretrain announce date at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue on Sunday 14 July 2013.

Diversity announce 'Limitless'

Fresh from performing at the Royal Variety Performance Diversity have announced a brand new arena show Limitless at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue on Monday 16 December 2013 with special guests.

Pet Shop Boys announce the first 'Electric' 2013 UK tour date at The O2

Pet Shop Boys have announced the first UK tour date for their 2013 Electric Tour at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue - on Tuesday 18 June 2013.

The ground-breaking UK arena tour of Jesus Christ Superstar returns in 2013 to The O2

Stars reprise their roles: Tim Minchin as 'Judas Iscariot', Melanie C as 'Mary Magdalene' and Chris Moyles as 'King Herod'.

Paloma Faith announces her first and biggest ever headline show at The O2

Paloma Faith has announced her biggest headline show to date and the first time she has performed at the The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, on Friday 7 June 2013.

Cirque Du Soleil returns to the UK with four dates at The 02

Cirque du Soleil is excited to announce that the company is limbering up to bring its awe-inspiring production Alegría for four nights to The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue on Thursday 18 July 2013, Friday 19 July 2013, Saturday 20 July 2013 and Sunday 21 July 2013.

The O2's first Country Music festival show - C2C: Country To Country announced at The O2

Country superstars are joining forces for the first time in London to create C2C: Country to Country. Some of the biggest names in the business are heading across the Atlantic for a huge two-day music festival extravaganza at The O2 London in March 2013.

Mrs Brown's Boys announce five dates at The O2

BAFTA Award Winning Mrs Brown's Boys are back for their biggest arena tour to date and have announced their new show For The Love Of Mrs Brown with five dates at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue on Tuesday 25 June 2013, Wednesday 26 June 2013, Thursday 27 June 2013, Friday 28 June 2013 and Saturday 29 June 2013.

Comedian Russell Peters announces 'Notorious World' tour date at The O2

Russell Peters announces Notorious World Tour date at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue on Tuesday 16 April 2013.

JLS announce 2013 UK arena tour date at The O2

JLS have announced their third UK arena tour for December 2013 culminating with a show at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue on Saturday 21 December 2013.

The world's leading classical crossover quartet and leading mezzo soprano announce tour date

Il Divo & Katherine Jenkins, the world's foremost classical crossover quartet and mezzo soprano, will unite for the very first time to perform together as part of their co-headline UK and European Tour with a date at The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, on Friday 19 April 2013.

The final seven acts are confirmed for the X Factor 2013 Live Tour

You've watched them in your living room, voted for your favourite on your phone, clapped along to their performances on the tap to clap app, now you have the chance to see the final seven stars of The X Factor perform live as they embark on The X Factor 2013 Live Tour on Thursday 7 February 2013 at The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue.

Kings Of Leon announce 2013 UK arena tour dates at The O2

After a two year hiatus, Kings of Leon will make their long awaited return to the UK next summer in June and July to form part of a full European tour, with two dates at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue - on Wednesday 12 June and Thursday 13 June 2013.

Capital FM's Jingle Bell Ball is back!

95.8 Capital FM has confirmed day one of this year's Jingle Bell Ball on Saturday 8 December at The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue. Music fans are urged to keep their 'eyes and ears on the ball' as more exciting artist news will be announced across the Capital Network in the coming days.

Michael Buble Announces Six Night Run At The O2

The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, today announced that Michael Bublé will play six nights in the iconic venue on Sunday 30 June to Sunday 7 July 2013.

Depeche Mode announce extra arena date at The O2

Depeche Mode, the band that redefined the sound of music, launch the start of their majestic, ground breaking live tour across Europe next summer, including a show at The O2 in London, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, on Tuesday 28 May and Wednesday 29 May 2013.

Biffy Clyro to play The O2 as part of their biggest tour

The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, announced that Biffy Clyro will perform at the arena on Wednesday 3 April 2013 as part of their biggest arena tour to date.

Spirit of London Awards

The Spirit of London Awards will take place at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue - on Monday 10 December it was announced today. The awards programme created by the Damilola Taylor Trust as a legacy project for all the young people lost to youth violence in London is now in its fourth Year and the awards event has gone from strength to strength in this time.

Sundance London returns to The O2 in 2013 and 2014

Robert Redford, Sundance Institute and AEG Europe announced today that following the success of the first-ever Sundance London film and music festival in April 2012, the event will return to the world famous London venue, The O2, for a further two years, in 2013 and 2014. Passes and ticket packages for the 2013 event will go on general sale on 9 November at www.sundance-london.com.

Girls Aloud come to the O2 arena

Following months of speculation, the UK ’s greatest girl band today announced their return with a new single, a new album and a tour across the UK which will feature two nights at The O2 in London, the world ’s most popular music and entertainment venue, on Friday 01 and Saturday 02 March 2013.

Hit Factory Live - Christmas Cracker comes to The O2 this December

Starring: Steps, Rick Astley, Bananarama, Jason Donovan Dead Or Alive, Pepsi & Shirlie, Princess Sinitta, Hazell Dean, Sonia, 2 Unlimited Lonnie Gordon, Brother Beyond

The Rolling Stones return to live action with spectacular arena shows at The O2

Ladies and Gentlemen they are back! The most eagerly anticipated concerts of 2012 are announced today as the greatest rock 'n' roll band, The Rolling Stones, confirm their long awaited return to the stage with four spectacular arena shows, including two at The O2 in London

The O2 to host rap superstar Nas 'Life Is Good Tour'

After performing three sold out shows in London, multi-platinum recording artist Nas will be back in the UK on Tuesday 19 March 2013 to take over The O2 in London with support coming in the form of hip-hop's youngest rising star Meek Mill. This will be the first time both artists have performed at the world's most popular music and entertainment venue and it's sure to be the hottest ticket in town.

McCoy's Premier League Darts play-offs to return to The O2

The McCoy's Premier League Darts Play-Offs will be held at The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, for a second successive year in 2013 as the London venue prepares to host the culmination of the event's three-month tour of the UK & Ireland on Thursday 16 May 2013.

Mumford & Sons add extra date to their run at The O2

The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, announced that Mumford & Sons will perform at the arena on Tuesday 11 and Tuesday 18 December 2012, as part of their UK and Ireland tour.

P!nk adds final date at The O2 as part of 'The Truth About Love' 2013 European tour

P!nk, Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter and pop culture icon, announced that she will tour Europe for the first time in two years, which will include three nights at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue - on Wednesday 24, Thursday 25, Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 April 2013.

The Pogues announce their 30th anniversary show at The O2

The Pogues have announced a new show as part of their 30th anniversary tour, their only UK date for 2012 at The O2 in London, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, on Thursday 20 December 2012.

Robbie Williams announces three dates at The O2

These dates follow his recent sold-out ballroom shows which saw over half a million people try to get tickets for the four small shows.

Arenacross announce 2013 date at The O2

Adrenalin-charged, incendiary, insane! Arenacross and Freestyle Motocross explode into The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, on 12 January 2013 as promoter Events 22 brings the 2013 Arenacross UK series to the nation's capital for an all-action one-night-stand.

Mumford & Sons to kick off The Tour Of Two Halves at The O2

The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, announced that Mumford And Sons will perform at the arena on 11 December 2012, as part of their UK and Ireland tour. The announcement comes as the band releases their second album Babel today in the UK.

Strictly Come Dancing Live returns to The O2

On 28 September 2012 tickets go on general sale for Strictly Come Dancing The Live Tour 2013. With over 1.5 MILLION tickets sold over the past five years, the hugely popular UK arena tour returns to The O2, the world's most successful music and entertainment venue, for the sixth consecutive year for TWO performances on 2 and 3 February 2013.

The Moody Blues play at The O2 as part of their 2013 UK tour

The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, announced that The Moody Blues will perform at the arena on 22 June 2013. The Moody Blues, whose legacy spans four decades of hit-making and sell-out tours, will continue to entertain audiences with their timeless music on this 14 date tour.

P!nk announces dates at The O2 as part of The Truth About Love 2013 European tour

P!nk, Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter and pop culture icon, announced that she will tour Europe for the first time in two years, which will include two nights at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue - on Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 April 2013.

The Script announce arena date at The O2

With their killer new single Hall Of Fame feat. Will.i.am at No.1, and feverish new album #3 currently flying high, The Script are on fire!

Usher to play The O2 in 2013 as part of UK Euphoria Tour

17-time Billboard Award and 7-time Grammy Award winner Usher confirmed that Euphoria will strike Europe beginning January of next year. The tour will visit 21 cities throughout Europe including a UK date in London at The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, on Sunday 27 January 2013.

Florence and the Machine to play The O2

Florence is delighted to announce a new set of UK tour dates, including a date at The O2.

Maroon 5 to bring "Overexposed" UK Tour to The O2

Maroon 5 are set to return to the UK in June 2013 for their biggest headline tour to date.

Plan B announces date at The O2 for UK February arena tour

Following his headline gig at last week's iTunes Festival, Plan B (AKA Ben Drew) has today confirmed details of an 11 date headline UK arena tour in February to feature a date at The O2 - the world's most popular music and entertainment venue - on Saturday 9 February 2013.

Murray to return to The O2 for 2012 Barclays ATP World Tour Finals

2012 Olympic gold medalist Andy Murray will return to London this November to compete at the season-ending Barclays ATP World Tour Finals

The Killers announce two dates at The O2

The Killers today announced their first UK tour in four years, which includes two nights at The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue.

Alanis Morissette to kick off 2012 Guardian Angel Tour at The O2

Multi-platinum, Grammy winning artist Alanis Morissette will return to the UK this November starting with a huge show at The O2 in London.

The Black Keys announce show at The O2 as part of December 2012 tour

Following the release of their critically acclaimed new album El Camino and a sold out tour earlier this year, The Black Keys have announced new UK dates in December 2012. Their tour culminates with a night at The O2 arena in London, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, on Wednesday 12 December.

Another London show added to Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour due to phenomenal demand

The Cirque du Soleil show is now the highest grossing road show in America this year as tickets hit 1.5 million mark.

Second date for Madness at The O2

Following their standout performance at The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert Madness have confirmed a second show at The O2 in London, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, just before Christmas on Saturday 22 December as part of their biggest arena tour to date.

Keane to play The O2 as part of UK & Ireland tour

Following huge worldwide success with their fifth consecutive number one album Strangeland, Keane are pleased to announce their UK & Ireland Arena tour beginning in November 2012, which will include a night at The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, on Friday 30 November 2012.

ROB ZOMBIE AND MARILYN MANSON'S TWINS OF EVIL TOUR TO HIT THE O2

Marilyn Manson and Rob Zombie have extended their recently announced co-headlining Twins of Evil tour - arguably the most exciting rock tour this year - to take in four arena shows in the UK, including a night at The O2.

Elbow UK Tour hits The O2 in 2012

Elbow cap another phenomenal year with a series of UK dates in November and December, including a night at The O2.

22 of AEG Facilities' venues ranked among top 100 in Pollstar's 2012 mid-year rankings

AEG Facilities' The O2 in London Ranks No. 1 Worldwide

Bieber's back! Justin Bieber 2013 UK tour dates announced.

Global platinum selling megastar Justin Bieber, fresh from celebrating his No.1 album in the UK, Believe, has announced that he will return to the British Isles with his 2013 UK tour to include a night at The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, as his only London date. The hearts of Beliebers across the country will be set aflutter as the Believe tour, presented by AEG Live, hits six UK cities with the final date, Monday 4 March, at The O2 in London.

Status Quo return to The O2 with Quofestive

Britain's best-loved rockers Status Quo will undertake a 10 date UK winter tour in 2012 which will include a return to The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, on Wednesday 19 December.

Cirque Du Soleil add another date at The O2 as tickets hit 1.5 million mark

Due to unprecedented ticket demand, yet another performance has been added to the London stop of Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour taking the amount of London performances now to seven. The additional tour date is Saturday 20 October at 8.00pm at The O2 arena. This new date is in addition to the already announced performances which have all sold out on 12, 13 14 and 16 October 2012.

Nicki Minaj to play The O2 on Pink Friday Reloaded UK arena tour

Hot on the heels of her incredible performance at the Radio 1 Hackney Weekend, multi platinum selling superstar Nicki Minaj has announced her Pink Friday Reloaded Tour will be coming to The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, this October.

The O2 welcomes back X Factor Live

The X Factor is back and set to hit our screens this summer with a UK Tour in 2013 that is not to be missed. New stars are waiting to be made and you have the chance to see them performing live at The O2 in London, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, on Thursday 07 February 2013.

Kevin Hart announces London show at The O2

The O2, the world's most popular music and entertainment venue, today announced that comedian Kevin Hart will play one of two special UK shows in the arena on Friday 14 September. Kevin Hart tickets for The O2 date will go on-sale at 9am on Friday 15 June.