What's On in London 2026 & 2027: Live Music, Concerts & Events
Posted on Tuesday 9th June 2026 at 15:00
Written by
Will Rabjohns
What's On in London 2026 & 2027: Live Music, Concerts & Events
Updated June 2026. Looking for the best live events happening across London in 2026 and beyond? From arena spectaculars at The O2 arena and Wembley to intimate club shows, festivals and one-off performances, this guide highlights some of the standout events coming to the capital.
In this guide, you’ll find:
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Major concerts and tours coming to London
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Standout shows and limited-date runs to book early
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Regional highlights from Brixton and Chelsea to Wembley and Islington
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A practical FAQ to help plan your live events calendar
The biggest gigs & tours coming to London
Goat
PLUS PIGS PIGS PIGS PIGS PIGS PIGS PIGS
When: Wednesday 28th April 2027 (Royal Albert Hall, London)
Swedish psychedelic collective Goat bring their hypnotic, ritualistic live show to the Royal Albert Hall, joined by heavy noise merchants Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs.
Fally Ipupa
20 YEARS OF CAREER CELEBRATION
When: Sunday 25th October 2026 (The O2 arena, London)
Congolese superstar Fally Ipupa celebrates two decades of music with a landmark show at The O2 arena, showcasing his signature blend of Afrobeats, rumba and R&B.
manifest
PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS
When: Friday 16th October 2026 (OVO Arena Wembley, London)
One of Turkey’s fastest-rising pop sensations, manifest, brings their phenomenal live show to OVO Arena Wembley for a huge London date with special guests.
Sleeping With Sirens
AN ENDING IN ITSELF TOUR + ARM’S LENGTH + LIKE ROSES
When: Sunday 7th March 2027 (O2 Academy Brixton, London)
Post-hardcore favourites Sleeping With Sirens hit O2 Academy Brixton with an unmissable headline show, bringing Arm’s Length and Like Roses along for the ride.
Julia Jacklin
When: Friday 19th February 2027 (Eventim Apollo, London)
Australian singer-songwriter Julia Jacklin brings her intimate, emotionally charged songwriting to the Eventim Apollo for a standout London headline show.
Dagny
When: Tuesday 2nd February 2027 (Electric Ballroom, London)
Norwegian pop powerhouse Dagny brings her hook-laden, feel-good sound to the Electric Ballroom for an essential London headline show.
Donny Osmond
VIVA UK
When: Friday 5th & Saturday 6th February 2027 (Eventim Apollo, London)
Pop legend Donny Osmond returns to London for two spectacular nights at the Eventim Apollo, delivering a career-spanning show packed with timeless hits.
Gorillaz
THE MOUNTAIN TOUR + TRUENO + SPARKS
When: Saturday 20th June 2026 (Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London)
Damon Albarn’s virtual band phenomenon bring their genre-defying spectacle to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for a landmark London show this summer.
More events, festivals & live entertainment in London
Beyond the headline tours, the London calendar is packed with festivals, special events, comedy and grassroots shows across the region.
Charlotte Wessels
THE OBSESSION + SPECIAL GUEST MELISSA BONNY
When: Friday 5th February 2027 (Islington Assembly Hall, London)
Gene
WITH THE SLOW READERS CLUB & RIALTO
When: Friday 9th & Saturday 10th October 2026 (Roundhouse, London)
HYPER JAPAN Festival
THE UK’S BIGGEST JAPANESE CULTURE EVENT
When: Friday 24th – Sunday 26th July 2026 (Olympia, London)
A League of Their Own Live
UK ARENA TOUR 2026
When: Tuesday 8th & Wednesday 9th September 2026 (OVO Arena Wembley, London)
Theatre, musicals, dance & more in London
London's West End is home to some of the world's most celebrated productions, from long-running classics such as Hamilton and Les Misérables to crowd-pleasing favourites including Titaníque and Paddington. Whether you're looking for award-winning drama, family entertainment or spectacular musical theatre, there's always something worth seeing in the capital.
Hamilton
THE HIT MUSICAL BY LIN-MANUEL MIRANDA
When: June 2026 – March 2027 (Victoria Palace Theatre, London)
The award-winning musical from Lin-Manuel Miranda reimagines the life of Alexander Hamilton through hip-hop, R&B and show-stopping choreography.
RENT
THE GROUNDBREAKING ROCK MUSICAL RETURNS TO LONDON, STARRING GATEN MATARAZZO
When: September 2026 - February 2027 (Duke of York's Theatre, London)
Thirty years after it redefined musical theatre, Jonathan Larson's groundbreaking musical RENT bursts back onto the West End in a bold new production directed by Luke Sheppard
Paddington The Musical
PADDINGTON HAS SWAPPED WINDSOR GARDENS FOR THE WEST END
When: December 2026 - February 2028 (Savoy Theatre, London)
Britain's favourite bear arrives in the West End for a family-friendly adventure packed with charm, music and marmalade.
High School Musical
HARRY JUDD JOINS HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL FOR ITS LONDON RUN
When: October 2026 - January 2027 (Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre, London)
Disney's hugely popular musical comes to London, bringing all the songs, nostalgia and Wildcats spirit fans know and love.
From long-running classics to the next big hit, discover even more theatre, musicals and live entertainment in London.
BROWSE MORE THEATRE & MUSICALS
Looking for even more events in London? Browse a wider selection of gigs, tours, theatre and live entertainment below.
See more events in London
Theatre
- Abba Voyage — June 2026 – January 2027 (Abba Arena, London)
- Grease - The Immersive Movie Musical — July - September 2026 (Evolution London)
- Now You See Me Live — July - September 2026 (London Coliseum)
- Les Misérables — June 2026 - March 2027 (Sondheim Theatre, London)
- Matilda The Musical — June 2026 – September 2027 (Cambridge Theatre, London)
- Trainspotting The Musical — July – September 2026 (Theatre Royal Haymarket, London)
- Hadestown — June 2026 – June 2027 (Lyric Theatre, London)
- Cirque Alice — December 2026 – January 2027 (Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London)
Live shows, tours, theatre & events
- Joan Jett & The Blackhearts - Wednesday 8th July 2026 (British Airways ARC, London)
- Sammy Hagar - Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th July 2026 (British Airways ARC, London)
- Live At The Chapel — Saturday 4th & Saturday 25th July 2026 (Union Chapel, London)
- Amy Spalding — Thursday 18th June 2026 (The Clapham Grand, London)
- 4 Non Blondes — Wednesday 24th June 2026 (O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London)
- Habibi Funk & Friends — Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th August 2026 (Hackney Bridge, London)
- The Jayhawks — Wednesday 16th September 2026 (Electric Ballroom, London)
- VÆB — Wednesday 23rd September 2026 (O2 Academy Islington, London)
- Kaizers Orchestra — Saturday 3rd October 2026 (O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London)
- Shoot From The Hip — Sunday 4th October 2026 (Eventim Apollo, London)
- The Hu — Friday 9th October 2026 (O2 Academy Brixton, London)
- Margaret Glaspy — Friday 16th October 2026 (St Matthias Church, London)
- Alabaster DePlume — Friday 16th & Saturday 17th October 2026 (ICA, London)
- Ocean Film Festival World Tour — Tuesday 20th – Friday 23rd October 2026 (Union Chapel, London)
- Huey Morgan — Thursday 22nd October 2026 (Electric Ballroom, London)
- Ezra Furman — Monday 26th October 2026 (Union Chapel, London)
- Jalen Ngonda — Wednesday 28th October 2026 (O2 Academy Brixton, London)
- Jasmine Jethwa — Friday 30th October 2026 (Union Chapel, London)
- Cancer Bats — Saturday 31st October 2026 (Electric Brixton, London)
- Foy Vance — Friday 23rd & Saturday 24th October 2026 (O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London)
- Perfume Genius — Tuesday 27th & Wednesday 28th October 2026 (Union Chapel, London)
- Joshua Idehen — Tuesday 3rd November 2026 (HERE at Outernet, London)
- Deaf Havana — Thursday 5th & Friday 6th November 2026 (O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London)
- Mike Rice — Thursday 12th November 2026 (Union Chapel, London)
- Dave Okumu & Friends — Sunday 15th November 2026 (Union Chapel, London)
- Camille O’Sullivan & Her Band — Friday 20th November 2026 (Union Chapel, London)
- Jamie Duffy — Thursday 26th November 2026 (Union Chapel, London)
- The Lord of the Rings – Fellowship of the Ring in Concert — Sunday 29th November 2026 (The O2 arena, London)
- An Evening With Lambchop — Saturday 28th November 2026 (Union Chapel, London)
- Andrew Cushin — Thursday 18th June 2026 & Monday 7th December 2026 (The Garage, London & Signature Brew Blackhorse Road, London)
- The Wonder Stuff + Inspiral Carpets — Tuesday 8th December 2026 (O2 Academy Brixton, London)
- Dominum — Thursday 10th December 2026 (Electric Brixton, London)
- Slift — Sunday 13th December 2026 (Islington Assembly Hall, London)
- Peter Capaldi — Monday 14th December 2026 (Dingwalls, London)
- Cara Dillon — Friday 18th December 2026 (Union Chapel, London)
- Whitechapel & Sylosis — Friday 29th January 2027 (Electric Ballroom, London)
- Amorphis — Wednesday 3rd February 2027 (O2 Forum Kentish Town, London)
- Ariel Posen — Tuesday 16th February 2027 (The Garage, London)
- Bury Tomorrow — Saturday 20th February 2027 (O2 Academy Brixton, London)
- Iceage — Wednesday 24th February 2027 (Electric Brixton, London)
- Rapperholic UK — Saturday 6th March 2027 (The O2 arena, London)
- Rick Wakeman — Sunday 7th March 2027 (London Coliseum)
- Camille — Thursday 11th March 2027 (London Palladium)
- Editors — Thursday 11th March 2027 (O2 Academy Brixton, London)
- Tash Sultana — Saturday 13th March 2027 (OVO Arena Wembley, London)
- Matt Mathews — Friday 19th March 2027 (Union Chapel, London)
- Goldie Lookin Chain — Saturday 27th March 2027 (O2 Forum Kentish Town, London)
- Ira Glass — Saturday 3rd April 2027 (Royal Festival Hall, London)
- Tindersticks — Tuesday 4th May 2027 (London Palladium)
Regional highlights — Where to go in London
You'll find arena and stadium-scale shows at the likes of The O2 arena, Wembley Stadium, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and OVO Arena Wembley, alongside an array of thriving mid-size music venues like O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, Electric Ballroom and O2 Academy Brixton.
For buzzing grassroots and independent venues, try The Black Heart and The Lower Third, or go for the classically iconic Alexandra Palace or Royal Albert Hall.
Need to know — London events
When do tickets usually go on sale?
Most tickets go on sale shortly after an announcement, often on Friday mornings. Popular shows can sell out quickly, especially in smaller venues.
Which venues should I keep an eye on?
For major concerts, venues such as The O2 arena, Wembley Stadium, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and OVO Arena Wembley regularly host the biggest tours. London is also home to renowned venues including O2 Academy Brixton, Eventim Apollo, Electric Ballroom and the Royal Albert Hall.
What types of live events can I find in London?
London's events calendar includes arena concerts, grassroots gigs, comedy shows, festivals, cultural events, family entertainment and one-off performances. From major tours at The O2 arena and Wembley to intimate shows in Camden and Islington, there's always something happening across the capital throughout the year.
Are there festivals in London this year?
Yes, London hosts a mix of city-based festivals and outdoor summer events featuring both touring and emerging artists.
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