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Saxon - Gods Of ThunderManchester · Fri, 19 Feb 2027

19:00 local time
O2 Apollo ManchesterManchester
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About this event

Saxon - Gods Of Thunder takes place at O2 Apollo Manchester, Manchester on Friday, 19 February 2027, starting at 19:00 local time.

It is listed as Metal / Nu-Metal (Concerts).

O2 Apollo Manchester holds around 3,500 people.

O2 Apollo Manchester has 56 upcoming events on our calendar.

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.

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Nearest station
Ardwick · Train station · 610 m · 10 min walk
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Saxon at O2 Apollo Manchester: show day guide

Show starts
19:00
Saxon on stage(est.)
19:00
Set length(est.)
1 hr
Expected finish(est.)
20:00
Getting there
Ardwick, 610 m (10 min walk)
Parking
There are two car parks immediately adjacent to the building both priced £10.

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.

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Ticket limit
Please note: There is a ticket limit of 8 tickets per person and per credit card on this event
Please note
Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. A max of 8 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 8 will be cancelled.
Accessibility
For Accessible Tickets please contact the venue directly on 0161 273 7785 or via email at access@o2apollomanchester.co.uk. The accessible ticket policy limits one free carer ticket to each accessible ticket purchased. Patrons who have any questions about booking tickets, or require further assistance please email the venues dedicated disabled access team at access@o2apollomanchester.co.uk Tickets may be cancelled if misuse is suspected/found.

What to expect: recent setlist

From Parc de Villeroy, Mennecy on 4 September 2026

  1. 1Hell, Fire and Damnation
  2. 2Power and the Glory
  3. 3Dogs of War
  4. 4Madame Guillotine
  5. 5Sacrifice
  6. 6Motorcycle Man
  7. 7Dallas 1 PM
  8. 8Heavy Metal Thunder
  9. 9Strong Arm of the Law
  10. 10Denim and Leather
  11. 11Wheels of Steel
  12. 12Crusader
  13. 13747 (Strangers in the Night)
  14. 14Princess of the Night

Most played songs on this tour

  • Hell, Fire and Damnation×20
  • Power and the Glory×20
  • Motorcycle Man×20
  • Heavy Metal Thunder×20
  • Denim and Leather×20
  • Wheels of Steel×20
  • Princess of the Night×20
  • Crusader×19
  • Dallas 1 PM×18
  • Strong Arm of the Law×18

Setlist data: setlist.fm · Saxon

Line-up

About Saxon

Saxon are an English heavy metal band formed in Barnsley in 1975. As leaders of the new wave of British heavy metal (NWOBHM), they had eight UK Top 40 albums in the 1980s, including four UK Top 10 albums and two Top 5 albums. They had numerous hit singles on the UK Singles Chart and achieved success across Europe, South America, and Japan, as well as in the United States and Canada.

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Venue: O2 Apollo Manchester

Stockport Road, Manchester, M12 6AP
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Capacity
3,500
Parking
There are two car parks immediately adjacent to the building both priced £10. The smaller car park on the Hyde Rd side of the building caters for our disabled patrons with a limited number of spaces used on a first come first served basis. *** Patrons are asked to use official car parks at all times ***
Accessible seating
To better accommodate your needs, O2 Apollo Manchester has requested that all Accessible Ticketing requests be solicited only through their representatives. Please contact an O2 Apollo Manchester representative for further help with your ticket purchase. Tel: 0161 273 7785 (12.00pm to 4.00pm weekdays; extended during onsales) Email: access@o2apollomanchester.co.uk
Venue rules
The O2 Apollo Manchester is an entirely no smoking venue. A designated smoking area is available when possible. Anyone found smoking anywhere within the venue will be requested to leave without refund. Professional-standard cameras, video cameras, GoPros, iPads/tablets and audio recording devices are not permitted. No food or drink is permitted. Please see the venue website FAQs for further details https://academymusicgroup.com/o2apollomanchester/faq
Box office
The box office is open from 5.00pm on event days only.
Seating chart
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Saxon - Gods Of Thunder: FAQs

When is Saxon - Gods Of Thunder?

Saxon - Gods Of Thunder is scheduled for Friday, 19 February 2027 at 19:00 local time.

Where is Saxon - Gods Of Thunder taking place?

At O2 Apollo Manchester, Stockport Road, Manchester M12 6AP.

How much are tickets for Saxon - Gods Of Thunder?

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 Apollo Manchester?

There are two car parks immediately adjacent to the building both priced £10. The smaller car park on the Hyde Rd side of the building caters for our disabled patrons with a limited number of spaces used on a first come first served basis. *** Patrons are asked to use official car parks at all times ***

What songs will Saxon play?

At their most recent show (4 September 2026, Mennecy) Saxon played 14 songs, including Hell, Fire and Damnation, Power and the Glory, Dogs of War, Madame Guillotine, and Sacrifice.

Does Saxon have other upcoming dates?

Yes — Saxon has 10 upcoming dates, including Wolverhampton (13 Feb), Glasgow (14 Feb), and Belfast (16 Feb).

What time does Saxon go on stage?

Saxon is expected on stage around 19:00. The show itself starts at 19:00 local time.

How long is Saxon's set?

Recent shows ran to 14 songs, about 1 hr on stage, so expect to finish around 20:00.

Saxon - Gods Of Thunder

Fri, 19 Feb 2027

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