O2 Academy Oxford

Fishies, the home of Wednesday night, back for another term of madness.

Curfew 2am

Following a sell-out first leg of the tour, The Feeling return to perform Twelve Stops and Home in full across the UK.

Emerging from the heart of the noughties music scene, The Feeling embodies an era of unadulterated sonic brilliance. Now, twenty years on from the release of their multi-million selling debut album Twelve Stops and Home, the group celebrate the wonderful journey that they have been on.

The album was a hit-the-ground-running masterpiece of fiercely infectious, life-affirming pop and ultimately paved the way for the band’s unforgettable career.

British rapper, producer and songwriter Dizzee Rascal heads out on the ‘We Want Bass 2026 UK Tour’ with his conversational, clipped flow that toggles between menace and mischief, raw diarist lyrics and festival-sized hooks.

Curfew 2am 

It's the biggest indie night to hit Oxford, spinning all your favourite classics, It's indie rock’n’roll for us!Expect tunes from Arctic Monkeys, Biffy Clyro, The Black Keys, Blossoms, Blur, Catfish & The Bottlemen, Circa Waves, The Clash, Courteeners, The Cribs, Foals, Gorillaz, Jamie T, Kasabian, The Killers, The Kooks, The Libertines, Nirvana, Oasis, Pulp, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Sam Fender, The Smiths, The Stone Roses, The Streets, The Strokes, Two Door Cinema Club, The Vaccines, The Wombats, The White Stripes, The 1975, plus many more.

It's the biggest indie night to hit Oxford, spinning all your favourite classics, It's indie rock’n’roll for us!

Expect tunes from Arctic Monkeys, Biffy Clyro, The Black Keys, Blossoms, Blur, Catfish & The Bottlemen, Circa Waves, The Clash, Courteeners, The Cribs, Foals, Gorillaz, Jamie T, Kasabian, The Killers, The Kooks, The Libertines, Nirvana, Oasis, Pulp, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Sam Fender, The Smiths, The Stone Roses, The Streets, The Strokes, Two Door Cinema Club, The Vaccines, The Wombats, The White Stripes, The 1975, plus many more.

Curfew 3am 

The Rifles celebrate 20 years together as they embark upon a very special anniversary tour during which they will play their debut album No Love Lost in full, alongside other fan favourites.

Fishies, the home of Wednesday night, back for another term of madness.

Curfew 2am 

Legendary UK hard rock band Little Angels are back with an ultra-rare UK tour, featuring the full original line-up of vocalist Toby Jepson, guitarist Bruce Dickinson, Jim Dickinson on keyboards, Mark Plunkett on bass guitar and drummer Mark Richardson.

Formed nearly 40 years ago in their hometown of Scarborough, Little Angels became one of the defining UK hard rock bands of the late 1980s and early 1990s. 

Adding to the sense of occasion, long-time friend and contemporary Luke Morley of Thunder will be supporting Little Angels on all dates.

Curfew 3am

Leeds quartet Yard Act have become one of the great UK indie success stories of the decade so far.

Since their beginning, breaking through as a smart, witty new force within the British guitar music landscape back in the dark days of the pandemic, Yard Act have been wrangling with the knotty complexities of the human condition.

Associated with incendiary live shows, join them as they tour their third studio album, You're Gonna Need A Little Music.

Sheffield five-piece Reverend & The Makers return with their eighth studio album Is This How Happiness Feels, their most musically accomplished yet, merging vintage, sparkling, life-affirming soul with contemporary lyrical storytelling.

Fishies, the home of Wednesday night, back for another term of madness.

Curfew 2am 

Curfew 3am

Fishies, the home of Wednesday night, back for another term of madness.

Curfew 2am 

Curfew 3am 

Curfew 3am

Few bands deliver rock ’n’ roll chaos with the consistency, heart and sheer melodic punch of The Wildhearts, with this show being the first time the band has played in Oxford in over twenty years.

Led by the indefatigable Ginger Wildheart, the band remain a force of nature: riffs stacked like tower blocks, choruses built to be shouted back, and that unmistakable fusion of punk energy, metal bite and power pop sparkle that no one else has ever quite replicated.

Fishies, the home of Wednesday night, back for another term of madness.

Curfew 2am 

Step into Craig's living room and immerse yourself in the ultimate Funk & Soul House Party experience. Renowned DJ Craig Charles invites fans to join him as he delves into his extensive record collection, spinning straight-up groove bangers, exclusive funk and soul cuts, and much more. 

Whether you're a die-hard fan or simply looking for a night of unforgettable music, Craig's Funk & Soul House Party promises to deliver an experience like no other. So, turn up the volume, hit the dancefloor, and get ready for a night that will leave you grooving until the early hours. 

Slade’s unique blend of pop and rock'n'roll, outrageous flamboyance and pure fun, and no less than 23 Top 20 singles, they have become a firm favourite in the hearts of pop fans all over the world. 

Their chart career has spanned six decades with hits including “Far Far Away”, "Cum on Feel the Noize" and "Coz I Luv You" and their stage performance is a dynamic, powerful and exhilarating roller-coaster ride of pure unadulterated rock'n'roll. 

Leave your pitchforks at the door and get ready for Ogrepalooza. Headlined by Shrek tribute band, TheOgretones, an eight-piece live band featuring Shrek, Fiona, Donkey and friends with legendary performances that will transport you straight to the heart of the swamp. 

DJ Boo-urns will be spinning non-stop swamp stompers, ensuring the party never stops. expect prizes for the best dressed guests, so don your most creative and Shrek-tacular costumes.

It’s not over til it’s Ogre.

Join one of world’s most acclaimed tribute band to The Smiths are back on tour in 2026 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the iconic album, The Queen Is Dead, that feature such classic tracks as "Bigmouth Strikes Again" and "THe Boy With The Thorn In His Side". 

Celebrate the Music of Chris Stapleton with The Chris Stapleton Experience.

Experience the soulful storytelling and powerful vocals that define Chris Stapleton's music, brought to life by a full live band. This tribute captures the essence of Stapleton's artistry, delivering heartfelt renditions of his greatest hits featuring classics like “Tennessee Whiskey”, “Broken Halos”, and “Starting Over”.

Don't miss this exceptional evening celebrating the music of a modern country legend.

It's the biggest indie night to hit Oxford, spinning all your favourite classics, It's indie rock’n’roll for us!

Expect tunes from Arctic Monkeys, Biffy Clyro, The Black Keys, Blossoms, Blur, Catfish & The Bottlemen, Circa Waves, The Clash, Courteeners, The Cribs, Foals, Gorillaz, Jamie T, Kasabian, The Killers, The Kooks, The Libertines, Nirvana, Oasis, Pulp, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Sam Fender, The Smiths, The Stone Roses, The Streets, The Strokes, Two Door Cinema Club, The Vaccines, The Wombats, The White Stripes, The 1975, plus many more.

Curfew 3am

In 2004, a bunch of lads from a small town in Eastern Scotland decided to start a project which would grow into the best pirate metal band in the world. 

Alestorm's popularity and critical acclaim has increased greatly with every album release, quickly finding themselves being booked for some of the most prestigious festivals in Europe as well as their own worldwide headline shows. 

The undefinable, undeniable, raucous London band, Fat Dog, return with their 'Cancel Me (Im Tired) Uk Tour'. 

The band, with chief rabble rouser Joe Love at the eye of the storm and now expanded to a seven piece, will be bringing their riotous live experience to venues across the UK. 

It would be easy to imagine 4AM KRU were born in an instant flash of blinding light. After all, the truest way to experience their music is in the timeless white heat of a manic rave dancefloor as they deliver their literally sweat-drenched live show. 

The way they condense the purest essence and energy of early 90s rave and jungle seems so natural, it feels like it must be done on pure instinct.

The ultimate emo night is coming with headline shows from The Black Charade (My Chemical Romance) and Fell Out Boy (Fall Out Boy).

Playing all the hits from “Welcome To The Black Parade” to “Sugar, We’re Going Down” this night is not to be missed.

It's the biggest indie night to hit Oxford, spinning all your favourite classics, It's indie rock’n’roll for us!

Expect tunes from Arctic Monkeys, Biffy Clyro, The Black Keys, Blossoms, Blur, Catfish & The Bottlemen, Circa Waves, The Clash, Courteeners, The Cribs, Foals, Gorillaz, Jamie T, Kasabian, The Killers, The Kooks, The Libertines, Nirvana, Oasis, Pulp, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Sam Fender, The Smiths, The Stone Roses, The Streets, The Strokes, Two Door Cinema Club, The Vaccines, The Wombats, The White Stripes, The 1975, plus many more.

Curfew 3am

Following from an extremely successful 2025 and a very busy 2026, record-breaking Finnish rock outfit The Rasmus head out on an extensive headline European and UK tour in 2027, with special guests, Skarlett Riot. 

With a global touring experience spanning decades, the 23-date tour will allow the band to further showcase key tracks from their 2025 record Weirdo, as well as classic hymns and hidden gems taken from their catalogue. 

Brace yourself for four hours of tribute bangers from your favourite indie legends with a live band, DJs and performers.Belt your heart out to "Seventeen Going Under", pull up them knee socks and come out of that cage - as the DJs take you on an indie journey you'll never forget at this not-to-be missed live music experience.Expect to hear music from the likes of: Arctic Monkeys, Sam Fender, The Killers, The 1975, Kasabian, and many more.

Brace yourself for four hours of tribute bangers from your favourite indie legends with a live band, DJs and performers.

Belt your heart out to "Seventeen Going Under", pull up them knee socks and come out of that cage - as the DJs take you on an indie journey you'll never forget at this not-to-be missed live music experience.

Expect to hear music from the likes of Arctic Monkeys, Sam Fender, The Killers, The 1975, Kasabian, and many more.

It's the biggest indie night to hit Oxford, spinning all your favourite classics, It's indie rock’n’roll for us!

Expect tunes from Arctic Monkeys, Biffy Clyro, The Black Keys, Blossoms, Blur, Catfish & The Bottlemen, Circa Waves, The Clash, Courteeners, The Cribs, Foals, Gorillaz, Jamie T, Kasabian, The Killers, The Kooks, The Libertines, Nirvana, Oasis, Pulp, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Sam Fender, The Smiths, The Stone Roses, The Streets, The Strokes, Two Door Cinema Club, The Vaccines, The Wombats, The White Stripes, The 1975, plus many more.

Curfew 3am

Indie favourites The View celebrate 20 years of their debut album Hats Off To The Buskers with a special UK tour.

Expect a full-throttle set packed with classics like “Same Jeans”, “Wasted Little DJs’, plus fan favourites and deep cuts.

Vernon Kay is hitting the road with a record box time machine taking us back to the heady, hedonistic days of house phones, Sega Megadrives, Sony Discmans and raves in fields everywhere.

With the internet barely invented, the 90s brought us some of the greatest tunes of all time, from the Shamen to The Prodigy, Snap! To Underworld, JX to Ultra Nate and on and on and on – you’ll find them all and much more at Dance Sounds of the 90s: The Live Tour with Vernon Kay.

The 90s were of course the very best era for dance sounds so stand by for the ultimate nostalgia night.

It's the biggest indie night to hit Oxford, spinning all your favourite classics, It's indie rock’n’roll for us!

Expect tunes from Arctic Monkeys, Biffy Clyro, The Black Keys, Blossoms, Blur, Catfish & The Bottlemen, Circa Waves, The Clash, Courteeners, The Cribs, Foals, Gorillaz, Jamie T, Kasabian, The Killers, The Kooks, The Libertines, Nirvana, Oasis, Pulp, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Sam Fender, The Smiths, The Stone Roses, The Streets, The Strokes, Two Door Cinema Club, The Vaccines, The Wombats, The White Stripes, The 1975, plus many more.

Curfew 3am

On 19th October 1984 Talking Heads and Jonathan Demme released the greatest concert movie of all time. Slippery People will recreate ‘Stop Making Sense’ live following sold-out shows across the UK.

The band of ten members will play all of the Talking Heads songs featured in the film. From “Psycho Killer” to “Burning Down The House” to “Once In A Lifetime” and everything in between.

They have a tape they’d like to play for you. And everyone is getting involved.

Energetic 13-piece The Seeger Sessions Revival pay tribute to Bruce Springsteen’s legendary Seeger Sessions album and live shows, bringing its high-energy celebration of American folk, roots and brass-driven rock to stages across Ireland and the UK.

Inspired by Springsteen’s iconic 2006 Seeger Sessions recordings and tours, the band delivers a powerful two-hour show packed with fan favourites including “Old Dan Tucker”, “Jesse James” and “American Land”. Featuring fiddle, banjo, accordion, steel guitar, whistle, a driving rhythm section, a virtuosic four-piece brass section and soaring group vocal harmonies, the show is a joyful, foot-stomping experience that captures the raw spirit and spontaneity of the original performances.

Daft Funk Live are one of the world's most prestigious Daft Punk tribute bands - diligently constructing a live accolade of Daft Punk’s legendary performances and appearances. 

They incorporate their own synchronised light shows together with live instruments to give a truly immersive and unique experience. Their stage production is meticulously crafted, paying the utmost respect to the infamous and illusive robots.

Jo Whiley is quite simply the ultimate authority on British music.

No-one knows the 90s like Jo – she was right there on the cutting-edge, leading the charge as Britpop blew up, dance music exploded and indie went wild.

Now you can relive those magical memories on a dancefloor once again with the queen of the 90s. From Oasis to Blur, The Chemical Brothers to The Prodigy, let Jo take you on a personal tour of her finest musical memories of the decade that defined them all.

Lightning Seeds return with a major greatest hits tour for winter 2027. The tour will see Ian Broudie and the band play a career-spanning set of fan favourites including “Pure”, “The Life Of Riley!, “Change”, “Lucky You”, “Sense” and many more. 

Formed in Liverpool by Ian Broudie, Lightning Seeds have sold more than eight million albums and delivered a remarkable run of era-defining pop songs. Their timeless songwriting and uplifting live performances have made them firm favourites with audiences across the UK. 

This brand-new greatest hits tour promises an unforgettable night showcasing one of British pop’s most enduring catalogues.