Simple MindsBirmingham · Sat, 8 May 2027

About this event

Simple Minds at Utilita Arena Birmingham: show day guide

Show starts

18:00

Support

Gary Numan

Simple Minds on stage(est.)

18:45

Set length(est.)

1 hr

Expected finish(est.)

19:45

Getting there

Sherborne Wharf Water Bus Stop, 260 m (4 min walk)

Parking

Arena Birmingham has on site parking, which can be booked directly on Arena Birmingham's website.

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 6 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 6 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 6 will be cancelled.

What to expect: recent setlist

From Stirling City Park, Stirling on 13 September 2026

1. 1Waterfront
2. 2I Travel
3. 3Glittering Prize
4. 4Beginner Boys
5. 5Love Song
6. 6Promised You a Miracle
7. 7Someone Somewhere in Summertime
8. 8Drum Solo
9. 9Belfast Child
10. 10See the Lights
11. 11Don't You (Forget About Me)
12. 12Alive and Kicking
13. 13Sanctify Yourself

Setlist data: setlist.fm · Simple Minds

Line-up

• Simple Minds29 upcoming dates
• Gary Numan22 upcoming dates

Capacity

12,802

Parking

Arena Birmingham has on site parking, which can be booked directly on Arena Birmingham's website.

Accessible seating

The arena offers excellent facilities for clients with disabilities. They produce a fact sheet that includes help with parking, seating, medical problems, visual alternatives, hearing assistance, wheelchair loan etc. Clients in need of such information and to make a purchase,please contact the Box office on 0800 640 5001,who will be more than happy to help.

Venue rules

No video cameras or recording devices are allowed. Under 14-year olds MUST be accompanied by an adult aged 18yrs + with a valid ticket, into the venue. (i.e. 14yrs and over can come into the building on their own with a valid ticket). Please check the venue website for event specific restrictions.

Box office

The box office is usually open on show days at approx. 4pm. On certain show days, this may be open earlier or later dependant on the nature of the event. To confirm the opening times check out the event page for your event or call 0844 581 1331. Box office is not open on non-show days.

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