What's On at O2 Academy Islington, London
Explore 138 concerts at O2 Academy Islington in London, United Kingdom.
About O2 Academy Islington
O2 Academy Islington is a live music venue in London. Gigvault tracks every show that has happened here — setlists, attended bands and the fans who were there. Browse the venue's full concert history, see who recently played and find friends who were at the same show.
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O2 Academy Islington on record
Gigvault documents 138 concerts at O2 Academy Islington, spanning 2009 to 2026. The busiest year on record is 2025, with 37 shows. 120 different acts have played here, and The Airborne Toxic Event has come back most often (4 times).
O2 Academy Islington — Venue information
Tucked into the vibrant pulse of North London, O2 Academy Islington thrums with a raw, intimate energy that belies its familiar chain branding. This mid-sized crucible often ignites with the jagged riffs of burgeoning indie rock, the hypnotic bass drops of electronic acts, or the soulful croon of an emerging R&B sensation, providing an up-close, unvarnished encounter with sound. From the moment you step onto its hallowed main floor or catch a glimpse from the balcony, the air is thick with anticipation, promising sweat, cheers, and genuine connection between artist and audience. It’s a crucial springboard for bands on the cusp, a beloved proving ground where future legends often cut their teeth before roaring onto larger stages. This Islington staple consistently offers a crucial entry point into London's diverse live music current, a vital chapter in any gig-goer's story.
Recent bands at O2 Academy Islington
- Memphis May Fire
- Christian Kane
- The 'Escape The Internet II' 2027
- Flowerovlove
- Nirvana UK (Tribute to Nirvana)
- Prohibition Party
- Guns 2 Roses
- The Chris Stapleton Experience
Other venues in London
- Jazz Cafe
- The O2
- New Cross Inn
- Boisdale, Canary Wharf
- ABBA Arena
- Blue Note London
- O2 Forum Kentish Town
- O2 Academy Brixton
Concerts at O2 Academy Islington
- The Amy Winehouse Experience · 2026-10-09
- Textures · 2026-10-22
- Milburn · 2026-10-15
- Magnolia Park · 2026-06-16
- LowDown Brass Band · 2026-10-16
- L.A. Guns · 2026-10-30
- Kmfdm · 2017-09-09
- Jhariah · 2026-10-10
- Hulvey · 2026-10-20
- Halloween House Party · 2026-10-31
- Glitterfest · 2026-10-31
- Ferocious Dog · 2026-10-29
- Fell Out Boy · 2026-10-24
- Eisbrecher · 2023-05-09
- Conway the Machine · 2026-10-28
Concerts at O2 Academy Islington by month
When O2 Academy Islington was busiest, and who was on stage.
- May 2026 — 3 concerts: The Longest Johns, ALT BLK ERA, Saint Agnes
- April 2026 — 3 concerts: Christian Kane, Gorilla Riot, Blacktop Mojo
- March 2026 — 3 concerts: Axel Rudi Pell, Miss May I, Ronnie Romero
- February 2026 — 5 concerts: Kataklysm, Shawn James, Visions of Atlantis, Warkings, Ben Quad
- January 2026 — 2 concerts: Nirvana UK, 200 Stab Wounds
- December 2025 — 10 concerts: Swallow the Sun, Antarctic Monkeys, The Wildhearts, Meryl Streek, The Raveonettes, The Bracknall
- November 2025 — 5 concerts: The Jacques, All Shall Perish, CKY, Drowning Pool, CUD
- October 2025 — 3 concerts: Sonata Arctica, The Dust Coda, The Doors Alive
- September 2025 — 7 concerts: Dream State, Florence Black, The Virginmarys, Horrenda, Darvaza, Genitorturers
- August 2025 — 2 concerts: Good Kid, The Linda Lindas
- May 2025 — 2 concerts: The Ataris, Coast Contra
- March 2025 — 5 concerts: The Airborne Toxic Event, Blacktop Mojo
- January 2025 — 2 concerts: Nirvana UK, The Early November
- November 2024 — 2 concerts: Brothers of Metal, Antarctic Monkeys
- September 2024 — 3 concerts: Des Rocs, AC/DC UK, Cage Fight
- June 2024 — 3 concerts: Raised by Owls, Talia Mar, Lansdowne
- May 2024 — 2 concerts: Chesney Hawkes, Friday Pilots Club
- January 2024 — 2 concerts: Nirvana UK, MCND
Concerts at O2 Academy Islington with setlists
The most recent shows here for which Gigvault holds a full song list.
- Mushroomhead — 2026-08-10, 15 songs played
- Magnolia Park — 2026-06-16, 13 songs played
- The Longest Johns — 2026-05-27, 22 songs played
- ALT BLK ERA — 2026-05-21, 14 songs played
- Saint Agnes — 2026-05-21, 5 songs played
- Christian Kane — 2026-04-16, 5 songs played
- Gorilla Riot — 2026-04-10, 8 songs played
- Blacktop Mojo — 2026-04-10, 16 songs played
- Axel Rudi Pell — 2026-03-21, 18 songs played
- Miss May I — 2026-03-19, 12 songs played
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Frequently asked questions
What concerts are coming up at O2 Academy Islington?
All upcoming shows at O2 Academy Islington in London, United Kingdom are listed live at the top of this page – including tour dates, headliners and support acts.
Who has played at O2 Academy Islington?
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