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Big Country + Evan Peter's AlarmLondon · Wed, 2 Dec 2026

19:00 local time

About this event

Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm takes place at O2 Academy Islington, London on Wednesday, 2 December 2026, starting at 19:00 local time.

It is listed as Rock / Alternative Rock (Concerts).

The line-up includes Big Country and The Alarm.

O2 Academy Islington has 49 upcoming events on our calendar.

Security -- Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag -- and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small bag per person is permitted and it must not be bigger than A4 size. Height: 28.7cm Width: 21cm Depth 15cm

Stay & get there

Nearest station
Angel · Metro station · 220 m · 4 min walk

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Big Country at O2 Academy Islington: show day guide

Show starts
19:00
Support
The Alarm
Big Country on stage(est.)
19:45
Set length(est.)
1 hr
Expected finish(est.)
20:45
Getting there
Angel, 220 m (4 min walk)
Parking
Angel Central car park - Charges made for parking.

Estimated from the headliner's recent setlists and a typical running order. Venues publish exact stage times on the day, so check before you travel.

Know before you go

Ticket limit
Please note: There is a ticket limit of 12 tickets per person and per credit card on this event
Please note
Age Restrictions: Over 8s only. Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol. A max of 12 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 12 will be cancelled.

What to expect: recent setlist

From Blitzkrieg Shop, Glasgow on 22 September 2026 · Tour: Lost 80’s Live

  1. 1We're Not in Kansas
  2. 2East of Eden
  3. 3Look Away
  4. 4Winter Sky
  5. 5Chance
  6. 6In a Big Country

Most played songs on this tour

  • Look Away×14
  • In a Big Country×14
  • Wonderland×12
  • Where the Rose Is Sown×12
  • Harvest Home×11
  • Fields of Fire×11
  • Chance×7
  • Lost Patrol×7
  • Restless Natives×7
  • We're Not in Kansas×6

Setlist data: setlist.fm · Big Country

Line-up

About Big Country

Big Country are a Scottish rock band formed in Dunfermline, Fife, in 1981. The band's 'classic' lineup consisted of lead singer and guitarist Stuart Adamson, guitarist Bruce Watson, bassist Tony Butler and drummer Mark Brzezicki. Their debut album The Crossing (1983) reached number three in the UK and delivered their only U.S. Top 40 hit, "In a Big Country". Follow‑ups Steeltown (1984) and The Seer (1986) also landed in the UK top ten, with The Seer producing the Irish number one hit "Look Away" and featuring a collaboration with Kate Bush on its title track.

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Venue: O2 Academy Islington

Angel Central, 16 Parkfield Street, Islington, London, N1 0PS
Parking
Angel Central car park - Charges made for parking. Opening times: Sun - Thu: 07:30 - 00:30 Fri - Sat: 07:30 - 02:30
Accessible seating
The venue is accessible for wheelchair users. Customers requiring access to the disabled area at O2 Academy Islington must contact the venue on 020 7288 4410 between 10am and 5pm (Monday - Friday) or email disabledbookings@o2academyislington.co.uk with requirements so the appropriate provisions can be made. Customers will then be required to purchase ticket(s) for the event through any agency to confirm their booking. The disabled access area is not static and is created on a show by show basis depending upon the number of people requiring access. If you are registered disabled you are entitled to be accompanied by a free carer so please take this into consideration when booking your ticket(s).
Venue rules
No video cameras or recording devices allowed. Current licensing laws are strictly enforced. Right of admission is reserved. Tickets are non-refundable or transferable. Ticket holders may be subject to search - any persons found in possession of weapons of any description may be refused entry and/or the items seized will be logged and handed over to the police. A no re-admission policy is strictly enforced. No bottles, cans, alcohol or food may be brought into the venue. No illegal substances may be brought into or taken on the premises. Any one caught in possession of such substances will be ejected from the premises and may be reported to the police. Only customers in possession of a valid ticket will be admitted into the venue. Lost, stolen or misplaced tickets will not be replaced. Ticket holders may be subject to continuous sound levels that may cause potential damage to hearing. Ticket holders may be exposed to strobe lighting. Ticket holders consent to any filming and sound recordings as members of the audience.
Children
Gigs: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age 8 Clubs: Strictly over 18s (Photographic ID may be required)
Box office
12pm-4pm, Monday - Saturday.
Seating chart
Seating chart – O2 Academy IslingtonFull O2 Academy Islington seating plan →

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Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm: FAQs

When is Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm?

Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm is scheduled for Wednesday, 2 December 2026 at 19:00 local time.

Where is Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm taking place?

At O2 Academy Islington, Angel Central, 16 Parkfield Street, Islington, London N1 0PS.

How much are tickets for Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm?

The ticket seller has not published a price range. Open the official listing to see current prices and available seats.

Is there parking at O2 Academy Islington?

Angel Central car park - Charges made for parking. Opening times: Sun - Thu: 07:30 - 00:30 Fri - Sat: 07:30 - 02:30

What songs will Big Country play?

At their most recent show (22 September 2026, Glasgow) Big Country played 6 songs, including We're Not in Kansas, East of Eden, Look Away, Winter Sky, and Chance.

Does Big Country have other upcoming dates?

Yes — Big Country has 14 upcoming dates, including Bournemouth (25 Nov), Oxford (27 Nov), and Leicester (29 Nov).

Who is supporting Big Country at O2 Academy Islington?

The line-up also includes The Alarm.

What time does Big Country go on stage?

Big Country is expected on stage around 19:45, after The Alarm. The show itself starts at 19:00 local time.

How long is Big Country's set?

Recent shows ran to 6 songs, about 1 hr on stage, so expect to finish around 20:45.

Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm

Wed, 2 Dec 2026

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