WHAT'S ON AT THE O2 ACADEMY, LIVERPOOL
What's On at the O2 Academy, Liverpool
Below you will find what's on at Liverpool Academy on Hotham Street. It hosts music gigs with the main 1,200 capacity hall split over floor and balcony, while an adjoining 500 capacity room is known as Liverpool Academy 2.
Below you will find what's on at Liverpool Academy on Hotham Street. It hosts music gigs with the main 1,200 capacity hall split over floor and balcony, while an adjoining 500 capacity room is known as Liverpool Academy 2.
Most Popular Shows and Events at O2 Academy, Liverpool
What's On at the O2 Academy, Liverpool
Daft Funk - Daft Punk Tribute
O2 Academy 2
Friday 18 April 2025
Dedicated to recreating the sound and atmosphere of a Daft Punk live experience, Daft Funk's meticulously crafted stage productions feature authentic costumes and synchronised custom light shows, with over 1500 LEDs and a three-metre pyrami...Coldplace - Tribute to Coldplay
O2 Academy, Liverpool
Saturday 26 April 2025
The World's Leading Tribute to Coldplay is a stunning live concert performance, celebrating the music of one of the most successful bands of all time. The only tribute to have worked for Coldplay, this outstanding band leads you through all...Airbag
O2 Academy 2
Sunday 27 April 2025
For fans of Pink Floyd, Porcupine Tree, Marillion, Astra, and Ozric Tentacles, Argentine hard rock sibling trio Airbag boast magnificent singing and prog atmospheres which compete for the lion's share with dark and captivating guitars, and...Arena
O2 Academy 2
Wednesday 30 April 2025
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...The Spitfires
O2 Academy 2
Friday 2 May 2025
From their emergence, movement, progression and taking chances have been ever-present in The Spitfires camp! Three self-financed albums, a diary full of live shows and a rabid fanbase continues to see the trio looking forward on their wave ...The 30+ Club
O2 Academy
Saturday 3 May 2025
Love to dance but can't hack late nights? The 30+ Club reclaim the dancefloor for the over 30s, with the pop music, the atmosphere and bedtime to suit those who've 'still got it'. ...Retro Trax - Sunscreem + Dream Frequency + Phil Kelsey (PKA)
O2 Academy 2
Saturday 3 May 2025
Retro trax returns to the 02 Liverpool in 2025 after an 8 year hiatus, back to were it all began in Academy 2 back in 2009. Featuring some of the biggest legends in the early 90s dance scene, headlined by Essex techno/house act SUNSCREEM, ...Razorlight
O2 Academy
Sunday 4 May 2025
It was back in April 2021 when chart-topping London indie rockers Johnny Borrell, Andy Burrows, Bjorn Agren and Carl Dalemo revealed they'd been back working together for the first time in over a decade, correcting the unsatisfactory conclu...Martin Kemp - Back To The 80s DJ Set
O2 Academy
Friday 9 May 2025
The hottest 80s club night is coming to town as actor, TV personality and star of Spandau Ballet Martin Kemp will be spinning the biggest and best hits of that decade for what promises to be a pure 'Gold' night! ...Pearl Scam + Angry Hair - Pearl Jam & Alice In Chains Tributes
O2 Academy 2
Saturday 10 May 2025
Pearl Scam is the UK's finest Pearl Jam experience. The band's musicians have come together with one common goal - recreating Pearl Jam's high energy live shows. Hear classic songs like Jeremy, Betterman, Elderly Woman and Given To Fly and...Old Time Sailors
O2 Academy
Sunday 18 May 2025
Ahoy there! You are invited to board the Sailorette and join the plentiful crew for a night of footstomping, dancing and singing! You will be sailing back to the 19th century for an immersive experience of traditional seafaring music perfor...Combichrist + Megaherz
O2 Academy 2
Thursday 22 May 2025
Combichrist is an American aggrotech / industrial metal band formed in 2003 by Norwegian vocalist Andy LaPlegua. They are joined by German Neue Deutsche Harte band Megaherz. ...Aborted
O2 Academy 2
Sunday 25 May 2025
Belgian death metal miscreants Aborted are back with their 12th studio album Vault of Horrors. A collection of ferocious gut-wrenching death metal slashers, where each song pays tribute to a horror cult classic including 'Halloween' and 'T...Kalandra
O2 Academy 2
Tuesday 27 May 2025
Equal parts shamanic folk and progressive rock, Liverpool-formed Norwegian and Swedish act Kalandra cast an alluring spell over the third stage (Bixler) Thursday. Vocalist Katrine Stenbekk unfurled gorgeous, drawn-out melodies comparable to...Tony Visconti & Woody Woodmansey's Holy Holy - A Celebration of Bowie
O2 Academy
Saturday 31 May 2025
Capturing the magic and spirit of David Bowie, his former producer and bassist Tony Visconti, and drummer Woody Woodmansey are joined by Heaven 17's Glenn Gregory, plus all-star band Holy Holy to perform music from Bowie's extensive bac...
Sanctum Sanctorium - The Dark Side Of The 80s
O2 Academy 2
Saturday 7 June 2025
Formed through a mutual love of 80's goth and alternative rock music. Sanctum Santorium are a live 5-piece tribute band that faithfully recreate classic hits by artists such as The Cult, Killing Joke, Sisters of Mercy, Billy Idol, Bauhaus a...The Tumbling Paddies
O2 Academy
Friday 13 June 2025
Famous for their hit "The Way I Am", The Tumbling Paddies are one of Ireland's most popular music acts. Their exuberant, energy-filled live shows see them perform a mix of original folk songs and classic Irish hits. ...Morgan Wallen Tribute UK
O2 Academy 2
Saturday 21 June 2025
The UK's first tribute to Country mega star Morgan Wallen with a full live band, comprised of some of the UK's finest musicians, takes you on a musicaljourney through the hits of this world record-breaking artist. Morgan Wallen's meteoric r...The Devout - Depeche Mode Tribute Act
O2 Academy 2
Saturday 28 June 2025
Fast becoming The World's number one Depeche Mode Tribute Act, The Devout have brought the Depeche Mode experience to another level visually, aurally and musically. The band members are made up of well known artists in their own right:Reza...Endorphinmachine - Prince Tribute
O2 Academy 2
Friday 11 July 2025
The nine piece Prince tribute is made up of amazing musicians who all have one thing in common - they are huge fans of the music. This love is clear to see and hear when the band perform. Fast becoming known as 'the tightest live band out t...Men Without Hats
O2 Academy 2
Saturday 23 August 2025
Men Without Hats are a Canadian new wave and synth-pop band, originally from Montreal, Quebec. Their music is characterized by the baritone voice of their lead singer Ivan Doroschuk, as well as their elaborate use of synthesizers and electr...Aslan
O2 Academy 2
Friday 19 September 2025
Multi-Platinum selling Irish chart-topping celtic rockers Aslan have continued to score hit after hit in their homeland since forming in Dublin's Northside in 1982. Since their debut single "This Is" reached no.2, they have also graced the ...The Doors Alive - Tribute to The Doors
O2 Academy
Saturday 27 September 2025
The Doors Alive are a British tribute band widely regarded as the closest and most enthralling representation of the legendary 1960's rock gods The Doors in the world today. The band re-create the sound, look, presence and magic of a real 1...The Amy Winehouse Experience
O2 Academy, Liverpool
Saturday 4 October 2025
Fronted by the enigmatic Caroline Lowe with a group of backing musicians, this is the UK's premier tribute to the often misunderstood and sadly missed talent of the late Amy Winehouse. From the creators of Lioness, The Amy Winehouse Experi...EMF + Jesus Jones
O2 Academy
Friday 10 October 2025
"Right Here, Right Now", two of the 90s most enduring alternative-rock acts are going toe-to-toe on what's shaping up to be an "Unbelievable" tour, sharing a bill for the first time ever. EMF and Jesus Jones will also be joined by very spec...AC/DC UK + Dizzy Lizzy - AC/DC & Thin Lizzy Tributes
O2 Academy 2
Friday 10 October 2025
A tribute to two classic rock giants. AC/DC UK are Europe's most explosive tribute to AC/DC and have established themselves as one of the globe's forerunners in the tribute scene, not only emulating the genuine article at their most succes...UK Foo Fighters - Foo Fighters Tribute Band
O2 Academy 2
Saturday 11 October 2025
This world-famous tribute band takes you on a journey spanning 25 years of music from the now legendary rockers Foo Fighters and their charismatic leader, Dave Grohl. They absolutely nail the true vibe of a Foos live experience, all perfor...The Wedding Present
O2 Academy
Saturday 18 October 2025
Stalwarts of the flourishing independent scene from the mid-eighties onwards and continuing to impact to this day, the Leeds-formed indie band, fronted by Manchester-raised David Gedge, were avidly championed by BBC Radio One's John Peel. T...Nirvana UK - Nirvana Tribute Band
O2 Academy 2
Saturday 18 October 2025
Nirvana UK are one of the world's premier tribute bands to Nirvana, who strive to be as close to the real deal as possible. From the sound to the style, their live sets cover a whole spectrum of Nirvana's back catalogue and deliver the ulti...The Black Charade + Fell Out Boy (My Chemical Romance + Fall Out Boy Tributes)
O2 Academy
Friday 24 October 2025
A night of My Chemical Romance and Fall Out Boy tribute bands who both sound like the real thing. ...
The Smyths - Tribute to The Smiths
O2 Academy
Saturday 25 October 2025
The Smyths are a joyous celebration of arguably the greatest band of all time, Manchester legends The Smiths. Thrillingly accurate, the group have amassed a huge following and regularly sell out huge venues both here and abroad. 2023 marks...Reef
O2 Academy
Friday 31 October 2025
UK Album Chart-topping Glastonbury hard blues rockers REEF return with their thrilling blast of unadulterated funky rock'n'roll joy. Their energetic shows serve up nineties Top 10 classics such as "Place Your Hands", and "Come Back Brigh...The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience + Sam Offender
O2 Academy
Friday 7 November 2025
Gary Digan Aka is the UKs Premier & Definitve Tribute to Gerry Cinnamon. With his Strong Scottish Accent, his infamous live shows are a mixture of up-beat acoustic guitars, soulful harmonica and heartfelt vocals. The anthemic sing along tra...Moving Pictures - A Tribute to the Music of Rush
O2 Academy, Liverpool
Saturday 8 November 2025
Scottish power trio Moving Pictures play for over two hours covering all the Rush classics such as Tom Sawyer, The Spirit of Radio and Xanadu (with doubleneck guitars) plus some deeper cuts such as By Tor and later belters such as Far Cry a...Cash - Payin' Respect to the Man in Black (Johnny Cash Tribute)
O2 Academy 2
Saturday 8 November 2025
There's two types of people in this world: Those who like Johnny Cash and those that don't know a damn thing about music. Cash is dedicated to making sure as many people as possible get into the know. Having lived the life and music of ...The Luke Combs Experience - Luke Combs Tribute
O2 Academy 2
Friday 14 November 2025
A Luke Combs tribute act who will bring you everything you need to have you foot-stomping and fist-pumping to all of the country superstar's hits. From 'The Kind of Love We Make', 'Beer Never Broke My Heart' to 'Beautiful Crazy' and 'Growin...Heaven 17
O2 Academy
Saturday 15 November 2025
Sheffield new wave duo Martyn Ware and Ian Craig Marsh left the original lineup of the Human League in after having differences with Phil Oakey. They recruited Glenn Gregory (who's vocal's were remarkably similar to Oakey's) and Heaven 17 w...Lil Tracy
O2 Academy
Thursday 20 November 2025
For years, Jazz Butler has consistently remained an innovator of alternative hip-hop. Best known as Lil Tracy, Butler has also gained acclaim for his music under various names including Yung Bruh, Souljawitch, Tracy Minajj, and others. As a...Definitely Mightbe - Tribute to Oasis
O2 Academy
Saturday 22 November 2025
The longest established Oasis tribute in the world with over 2,000 shows under their belt. So, as good as the real thing? Well the lengendary Alan McGee thought so when he recently introduced the band live on stage! So they..... DEFINITELY ...Absolute Bowie - Tribute to David Bowie
O2 Academy 2
Saturday 22 November 2025
There will only ever be one David Bowie, he was unique in every way and an inspiration to millions. Absolute Bowie continue to celebrate the life and music of the Starman with a spectacular show uniting Bowie fans across the UK. Absolute Bo...The Wailers
O2 Academy
Friday 28 November 2025
Bob Marley and the Wailers recorded, toured and made history together between 1972 and 1981. It was Bob Marley himself that requested the Wailers stayed together. Today, carrying on the mission are legitimate members, children-of-legends an...Antarctic Monkeys - The Official Arctic Monkeys Tribute Band
O2 Academy
Saturday 29 November 2025
The Official International Arctic Monkeys Tribute Band formed from a jamming session, and became a phenomenon in their own right, travelling the UK and Europe with numerous tours. The demand is now more than ever. Firmly established on the ...Electric Six
O2 Academy
Thursday 4 December 2025
Detroit's fun-loving alternative garage rock collective Electric Six celebrate 20 years of their UK Top 10 debut album "Fire" in 2003. The high-octane collection, mixing garage rock, disco, punk, new wave, and metal into cleverly dumb, in-y...Ian Prowse & Amsterdam
O2 Academy
Saturday 6 December 2025
Ian Prowse is a singer/songwriter from Ellesmere Port who wears his heart on his sleeve and writes straight from the cuff. Formed in 1999 with former Blow Monkeys drummer Tony Kiley and cousin Johnny Barlow, his Liverpool pop rock outfit...PINK by Vicky Jackson
O2 Academy 2
Friday 12 December 2025
Vicky Jackson's tribute to Pink has been a run-away success and has consistently been her most booked act since 2008. Whilst the Pink tribute show was not her first tribute act, Vicky found herself being compared both physically and vocally...
The Icicle Works
O2 Academy
Saturday 13 December 2025
The Liverpool alt rock trio, fronted by Ian McNabb, are best known for their 1983 UK Top 20 hit "Love is a Wonderful Colour" and their 1984 US Top 40 hit, "Birds Fly (Whisper to a Scream)". ...How to get to the O2 Academy, Liverpool
Most Popular Shows and Events at O2 Academy, Liverpool
