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Visiting OVO Hydro: what to know before you go
Exhibition Way, G3 8YW, Glasgow, United Kingdom
OVO Hydro is a arena in Glasgow, open since 2013, with room for about 13,000 people.
Of the 68 upcoming shows with a published time, 69% start at 18:30 – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 21 dates.
2 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train); the nearest is Exhibition Centre (Glasgow), 300 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Arena
- Capacity
- 13,000
- Opened
- 2013
- Address
- Exhibition Way, G3 8YW, Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Upcoming events
- 76
- Usual start time
- 18:30
OVO Hydro, month by month
- October 20261 date, including The Australian Pink Floyd
- November 202621 dates, including Kevin Bridges: Here If You Need Me, Noah Kahan: The Great Divide Tour and Papa Roach
- December 202619 dates, including The Lord of the Rings - The Fellowship of the Ring in Concert (PG), UB40 Ft. Ali Campbell and Bloc Party & Interpol Co-Headline Tour
- January 20277 dates, including Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live, Strictly Come Dancing Live 2027 and Jack Whitehall - Bad Influence
- February 202710 dates, including 2027 BetMGM Premier League Darts, Gallant Pioneers and Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock: Worlds Collide Concert Tour
- March 20278 dates, including Paul Smith: Happy, RUSH: Fifty Something Tour and Country to Country 2027
Coming evenings with more than one show: Saturday 14 November, Saturday 21 November, Sunday 6 December and Wednesday 30 December.
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Concerts (58), Sports (7), Comedy (2), Plays & Musicals (1) and Dance (1).
Arriving by public transport
- Exhibition Centre (Glasgow)Train300 m
4 min walk - Finnieston railway stationTrain480 m
6 min walk
Arriving by car
3 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 400 m from the venue.
Accessibility
What ticket listings for this venue say (60 listings with an access note):
- Wheelchair spaces or accessible seats are sold
- Support for deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors is mentioned (hearing loop or sign language)
- Support for blind and partially sighted visitors is mentioned
- A companion or carer ticket is available with accessible tickets
Access arrangements can differ per show: confirm with the venue or the ticket seller before you buy.
Next events at OVO Hydro
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OVO Hydro: practical questions
How many people fit in OVO Hydro?
OVO Hydro has a capacity of about 13,000; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did OVO Hydro open?
OVO Hydro opened in 2013.
What time do shows start at OVO Hydro?
Usually at 18:30 (69% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to OVO Hydro?
Exhibition Centre (Glasgow) (Train), 300 m away – about 4 min on foot.
Is OVO Hydro wheelchair accessible?
Ticket listings for this venue offer wheelchair spaces or accessible seats; book them through the seller and mention any extra needs.
Can I park near OVO Hydro?
Yes, 3 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 400 m away.
What kind of events does OVO Hydro host?
Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (58), Sports (7), Comedy (2) and Plays & Musicals (1).
Which month has the most events at OVO Hydro?
November 2026, with 21 dates, including Kevin Bridges: Here If You Need Me and Noah Kahan: The Great Divide Tour.
Which other venues are close to OVO Hydro?
Oran Mor (1.8 km), King Tuts Wah Wah Hut (1.5 km), The Garage (1.3 km) and The Poetry Club SWG3 (830 m).
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