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Birmingham • United Kingdom
O2 Academy 2 Birmingham
Horsefair, Birmingham, B1 1DB Open in Google Maps
O2 Academy 2 Birmingham, Birmingham, hosts 9 upcoming events between 24 Sep 2026 and 9 Feb 2027, with tickets from £25. General admission from £31.70.
Tickets from £25
On sale now 9 upcoming events
Upcoming shows and schedule
Across September 2026 – February 2027, O2 Academy 2 Birmingham hosts 9 upcoming events. Featured headliners include The Molotovs, Arkells, Otis Kane, Yaelokre, and Chasing Abbey. Tickets currently start from £25.
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How much are tickets at O2 Academy 2 Birmingham?
The lowest price each part of the house has been listed at across 9 upcoming dates. Seats are sold by individual block, so a specific date may differ.
| Where you sit | Tickets from | Dates listed |
|---|---|---|
| General admission | £31.70 | 9 |
What time do doors open at O2 Academy 2 Birmingham?
The entrance for O2 Academy 2 is situated within the main O2 Academy Birmingham complex on Horse Fair. Queue arrangements typically form on the pavement outside the primary entrance.
Most upcoming dates start at 19:00 (9 of 9 listed dates); each event page carries its own start time.
Door times vary by event — check your ticket or the venue's own website on the day.
About O2 Academy 2 Birmingham: Layout, History & Architecture
O2 Academy 2 Birmingham is a distinct, purpose-built performance space located within the larger O2 Academy Birmingham complex on Horse Fair. While the encompassing building originally opened in 1930 as the Art Deco ABC Cinema, the Hall 2 configuration is a contemporary internal conversion, distinct from the grander, more historically resonant main auditorium. Designed to accommodate approximately 600 patrons, this smaller venue eschews the tiered seating of traditional theatres, offering a single, flat standing floor that extends directly to the stage. This design prioritizes immediacy and direct engagement between artist and audience.
Architecturally, the space is functional and unembellished, adhering to a black-box aesthetic common in modern music venues of this scale. Sightlines are generally unobstructed from most positions on the main floor, though the density of a capacity crowd naturally impacts visibility for those further back. Acoustically, the hall relies heavily on its installed public address system; its compact dimensions and lower ceiling contribute to a direct, somewhat contained sound profile. While this can provide an impactful, punchy experience for amplified music, the acoustic environment is engineered rather than naturally resonant, suitable for contemporary genres where sound reinforcement is paramount.
The Live Experience & Current Schedule
Entry to O2 Academy 2 is typically via the main O2 Academy Birmingham entrance, leading into shared foyer areas before directing patrons to the specific hall. The bars are functional, serving standard beverages, and can become quite congested during peak ingress or between sets. Within the Hall 2 itself, the standing-room-only configuration ensures an energetic atmosphere, with audiences in close proximity to the stage. This directness fosters an intimate, often fervent, crowd dynamic that is a hallmark of smaller capacity venues. With 9 live performances scheduled, upcoming entry prices start from £25. The next confirmed event on the calendar is The Molotovs on 24th September 2026.
How do I get to O2 Academy 2 Birmingham, Birmingham?
O2 Academy 2 Birmingham is at Horsefair, Birmingham, B1 1DB. Open in Google Maps
By train and tube
The nearest mainline station is Birmingham New Street. From the main station exit towards Smallbrook Queensway, follow the road south-west onto Holloway Head, which merges into Horse Fair. The O2 Academy complex is a 12-minute walk from the station.
- Bus & Public Transit: Several key bus routes serve the area surrounding Horse Fair. Stops on Horse Fair itself, and nearby on Bristol Street and Holloway Head, are serviced by numerous routes including numbers 61, 63, 144, X64, and X65, connecting to various parts of the city and wider region. Major coach links arrive at Birmingham Coach Station, approximately a 15-minute walk south-east via Smallbrook Queensway and Moat Lane.
- Parking: Several multi-storey car parks are available within a 10-minute walk. These include the Arcadian Centre Car Park (a 7-minute walk south-east), NCP Grand Central (an 11-minute walk north-east, beneath Birmingham New Street Station), and Q-Park Mailbox (an 8-minute walk west across the canal via Commercial Street). Fees apply at all locations, and advance booking is highly recommended, particularly for evening and weekend events, due to urban congestion.
- Entry & Doors: The entrance for O2 Academy 2 is situated within the main O2 Academy Birmingham complex on Horse Fair. Queue arrangements typically form on the pavement outside the primary entrance. All patrons will undergo bag searches upon entry, and prohibited items will be confiscated. It is advisable to arrive 30-45 minutes before the stated door time to allow for security procedures and avoid missing the opening acts.
By bus
Several key bus routes serve the area surrounding Horse Fair. Stops on Horse Fair itself, and nearby on Bristol Street and Holloway Head, are serviced by numerous routes including numbers 61, 63, 144, X64, and X65, connecting to various parts of the city and wider region. Major coach links arrive at Birmingham Coach Station, approximately a 15-minute walk south-east via Smallbrook Queensway and Moat Lane.
- Parking: Several multi-storey car parks are available within a 10-minute walk. These include the Arcadian Centre Car Park (a 7-minute walk south-east), NCP Grand Central (an 11-minute walk north-east, beneath Birmingham New Street Station), and Q-Park Mailbox (an 8-minute walk west across the canal via Commercial Street). Fees apply at all locations, and advance booking is highly recommended, particularly for evening and weekend events, due to urban congestion.
- Entry & Doors: The entrance for O2 Academy 2 is situated within the main O2 Academy Birmingham complex on Horse Fair. Queue arrangements typically form on the pavement outside the primary entrance. All patrons will undergo bag searches upon entry, and prohibited items will be confiscated. It is advisable to arrive 30-45 minutes before the stated door time to allow for security procedures and avoid missing the opening acts.
By car and parking
Several multi-storey car parks are available within a 10-minute walk. These include the Arcadian Centre Car Park (a 7-minute walk south-east), NCP Grand Central (an 11-minute walk north-east, beneath Birmingham New Street Station), and Q-Park Mailbox (an 8-minute walk west across the canal via Commercial Street). Fees apply at all locations, and advance booking is highly recommended, particularly for evening and weekend events, due to urban congestion.
- Entry & Doors: The entrance for O2 Academy 2 is situated within the main O2 Academy Birmingham complex on Horse Fair. Queue arrangements typically form on the pavement outside the primary entrance. All patrons will undergo bag searches upon entry, and prohibited items will be confiscated. It is advisable to arrive 30-45 minutes before the stated door time to allow for security procedures and avoid missing the opening acts.
Entry and security
The entrance for O2 Academy 2 is situated within the main O2 Academy Birmingham complex on Horse Fair. Queue arrangements typically form on the pavement outside the primary entrance. All patrons will undergo bag searches upon entry, and prohibited items will be confiscated. It is advisable to arrive 30-45 minutes before the stated door time to allow for security procedures and avoid missing the opening acts.