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Concerts
The Bluetones 30th Anniversary of 'Expecting to Fly'
Sat 31 Oct · 19:00
O2 Shepherds Bush Empire
Visiting O2 Shepherds Bush Empire: what to know before you go
Shepherds Bush Green, W12 8TT, London, United Kingdom
O2 Shepherds Bush Empire is a music venue in London, open since 1903, with room for about 2,000 people.
Of the 68 upcoming shows with a published time, 84% 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 27 dates.
5 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train, Bus stop and Bus station); the nearest is Shepherd's Bush railway station (1869-1916), 150 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Music venue
- Capacity
- 2,000
- Opened
- 1903
- Address
- Shepherds Bush Green, W12 8TT, London, United Kingdom
- Upcoming events
- 70
- Usual start time
- 19:00
- Busiest days
- Saturday
O2 Shepherds Bush Empire, month by month
- October 20262 dates, including The Bluetones 30th Anniversary of 'Expecting to Fly' and The Bluetones
- November 202627 dates, including Deaf Havana - Fools & Worthless Liars + More, Kamelot - Dark Asylum World Tour and Myles Smith
- December 202613 dates, including Peter Antoniou, Dylan Moran: Looking for Trouble and Electric Six
- January 20272 dates, including The Sharon Shannon Big Band and The Smyths (Tribute to The Smiths)
- February 202710 dates, including The Good, The Bad & The Rugby Podcast, Sofia Camara and Mike Graham & Friends(The Real Home of Common Sense)-1st Birthday Bash
- March 202710 dates, including Sugababes, Tiny Habits and The Pineapple Thief: Far and Wide - European Tour 2027
Coming evenings with more than one show: Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November.
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Concerts (62), Comedy (5) and Plays & Musicals (3).
Arriving by public transport
- Shepherd's Bush railway station (1869-1916)Train150 m
2 min walk - Shepherds Bush Road Bus Stop JBus stop270 m
3 min walk - Shepherd's Bush Bus StationBus station310 m
4 min walk - Hammersmith Shepherds Bush RoadTrain550 m
7 min walk - White City Bus StationBus station600 m
7 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 260 m from the venue.
Next events at O2 Shepherds Bush Empire
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Other venues near O2 Shepherds Bush Empire
- Eventim Apollo1.4 km · 49 dates
- Bush Hall600 m · 16 dates
- British Airways ARC1.2 km · 10 dates
- Olympia1.3 km · 3 dates
- Exhibition White City620 m · 2 dates
- The Broadcaster830 m · 2 dates
O2 Shepherds Bush Empire: practical questions
How many people fit in O2 Shepherds Bush Empire?
O2 Shepherds Bush Empire has a capacity of about 2,000; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did O2 Shepherds Bush Empire open?
O2 Shepherds Bush Empire opened in 1903.
What time do shows start at O2 Shepherds Bush Empire?
Usually at 19:00 (84% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to O2 Shepherds Bush Empire?
Shepherd's Bush railway station (1869-1916) (Train), 150 m away – about 2 min on foot.
Can I park near O2 Shepherds Bush Empire?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 260 m away.
What kind of events does O2 Shepherds Bush Empire host?
Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (62), Comedy (5) and Plays & Musicals (3).
Which month has the most events at O2 Shepherds Bush Empire?
November 2026, with 27 dates, including Deaf Havana - Fools & Worthless Liars + More and Kamelot - Dark Asylum World Tour.
Which other venues are close to O2 Shepherds Bush Empire?
Eventim Apollo (1.4 km), Bush Hall (600 m) and British Airways ARC (1.2 km).
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