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Visiting O2 Academy Bournemouth: what to know before you go
570 Christchurch Rd, BH1 4BH, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
O2 Academy Bournemouth is a theatre building in Bournemouth, open since 1895.
Of the 35 upcoming shows with a published time, 83% start at 19:00 – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Saturday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 9 dates.
2 public transport stops are within walking distance (Bus station and Train); the nearest is Boscombe Bus station, 210 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Theatre building
- Opened
- 1895
- Address
- 570 Christchurch Rd, BH1 4BH, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
- Upcoming events
- 35
- Usual start time
- 19:00
- Busiest days
- Saturday
O2 Academy Bournemouth, month by month
- October 20261 date, including WAH X Ft. Hybrid Minds
- November 20269 dates, including The Feeling, Dizzee Rascal and The Rifles
- December 20267 dates, including Celebrating Celine, The Hunna Final Tour and Shed Seven
- January 20275 dates, including Guns 2 Roses + AC/DC Reborn + Nirvanah, Black Stone Cherry and Alestorm
- February 20275 dates, including Jo Whiley's 90s Anthems, Antarctic Monkeys and Ride
- March 20274 dates, including Arthur Hill, Fell Out Boy + the Black Charade and Elliot Minor - It Wasn't Just a Phase
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Concerts (33), Plays & Musicals (1) and Festivals (1).
Arriving by public transport
- Boscombe Bus stationBus station210 m
3 min walk - Bournemouth Train StationTrain760 m
10 min walk
Arriving by car
3 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 130 m from the venue.
Next events at O2 Academy Bournemouth
Nov7Sat
Nov8Sun
Cancelled
Nov10Tue
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O2 Academy Bournemouth: practical questions
When did O2 Academy Bournemouth open?
O2 Academy Bournemouth opened in 1895.
What time do shows start at O2 Academy Bournemouth?
Usually at 19:00 (83% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to O2 Academy Bournemouth?
Boscombe Bus station (Bus station), 210 m away – about 3 min on foot.
Can I park near O2 Academy Bournemouth?
Yes, 3 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 130 m away.
What kind of events does O2 Academy Bournemouth host?
Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (33), Plays & Musicals (1) and Festivals (1).
Which month has the most events at O2 Academy Bournemouth?
November 2026, with 9 dates, including The Feeling and Dizzee Rascal.
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