The O2 Arena in London had a massive year. The venue hosted 239 shows in 2025, a nineteen percent jump, selling nearly 2.9 million tickets. AEG, the operator, said this set new records for events and attendance. Radiohead's four-night run drew over 22,000 people per show, exceeding capacity. Fifty-five acts played there for the first time, including Sabrina Carpenter and Tyler, the Creator, with many selling out multiple nights.
The venue's management credited the success to several factors. They pointed to new technology, better premium ticket options, and a diverse schedule mixing music, sports, and comedy. The arena also switched completely to renewable energy. It ranked at the top globally for total attendance and number of shows, while coming in second for revenue. This performance reflects a broader post-pandemic boom for major UK live events, though smaller grassroots venues continue to struggle.
In response to that industry pressure, The O2 recently started a partnership with the Music Venue Trust. The deal includes donations each time a new headliner performs at the arena. They opened the arrangement with a six-figure contribution. This move comes as AEG expands its global ticketing business and opens new venues elsewhere, like the British Airways ARC in London.
The venue's management credited the success to several factors. They pointed to new technology, better premium ticket options, and a diverse schedule mixing music, sports, and comedy. The arena also switched completely to renewable energy. It ranked at the top globally for total attendance and number of shows, while coming in second for revenue. This performance reflects a broader post-pandemic boom for major UK live events, though smaller grassroots venues continue to struggle.
In response to that industry pressure, The O2 recently started a partnership with the Music Venue Trust. The deal includes donations each time a new headliner performs at the arena. They opened the arrangement with a six-figure contribution. This move comes as AEG expands its global ticketing business and opens new venues elsewhere, like the British Airways ARC in London.
