The O2 Academy in Glasgow opened in the southside of the city in 2003.
The popular live music venue has hosted big names in the entertainment scene, from Deacon Blue, who played the opening night on March 26, to Kanye West for his first Scottish show, Paolo Nutini, and guitar legend Slash and Biffy Clyro.
Read on for all the latest O2 Academy news, interviews and updates.
As reported by the Glasgow Times, here is a selection of the latest O2 Academy news stories.
Gary Numan coming to O2 Academy in Glasgow Southside
Talented British singer announced exciting Glasgow gig
Busy junction near O2 Academy in Glasgow Southside closed
The O2 Academy Glasgow is on Eglinton Street in the Gorbals area of Glasgow.
The venue in Glasgow is estimated to hold around 2,500 people.
Street parking is available nearby under the council’s voucher scheme, with permits purchased from participating local shops — though some streets offer free parking after 6pm or 8pm, so always double-check the restrictions.
(Image: Canva) About 300m away on Eglinton Street, the Bridge Street Subway station provides a 159-space car park.
Note that the Eglington Court car park is reserved for residents only and is off-limits to O2 Academy Glasgow visitors.
(Image: Canva) Balcony tickets are sometimes unreserved (first-come, first-served), and there is additional standing room in some circumstances, according to the O2’s website.
It has advised attendees to always check their ticket/event.
The closest train stations are the Glasgow Central and Argyle Street station. It is a 10 to 12-minute walk from these stations to the venue.
(Image: Glasgow Central Station) If you are taking the subway, the Bridge Street station will be the closest to the O2.
The box office number is 0844 477 2000. The line is open 24 hours a day. To contact the O2 Academy Glasgow, call 0141 418 3000.
You can also email them at [email protected].
A small fee is charged per item. However, if you are a priority member, you can use the cloakroom for free, depending on the availability of space.
The venue outlined on its website that only one small bag per person is allowed, and it must not be bigger than an A4 size.
