The Bluetones - 'Expecting To Fly' 30th Anniversary TourOxford · Sat, 24 Oct 2026

About this event

The Bluetones at O2 Academy Oxford: show day guide

Show starts

18:30

The Bluetones on stage(est.)

18:30

Set length(est.)

1 hr, 15 mins

Expected finish(est.)

19:45

Parking

We are are easy to get to by all major approach roads, including the M40, A40, A34 an A44.

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

Over 8s only. Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol. 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 Brudenell Social Club, Leeds on 14 October 2026

1. 1Talking to Clarry
2. 2Bluetonic
3. 3Cut Some Rug
4. 4Things Change
5. 5The Fountainhead
6. 6Carnt Be Trusted
7. 7Slight Return
8. 8Putting Out Fires
9. 9Vampire
10. 10A Parting Gesture
11. 11Time & Again
12. 12Marblehead Johnson
13. 13String Along
14. 14Autophilia or 'How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love My Car'
15. 15Sleazy Bed Track
16. 16The Devil Behind My Smile
17. 17Never Going Nowhere
18. 18If...

Setlist data: setlist.fm · The Bluetones

Line-up

• The Bluetones9 upcoming dates

Parking

We are are easy to get to by all major approach roads, including the M40, A40, A34 an A44. If you are driving, the local streets have limited options. There is Union Street car park, behind Tesco Metro, opposite to our venue for pay and display parking. Use sat nav OX4 1JP. Charges vary, so check when you park.

Accessible seating

Wheelchair spaces They do not have any designated areas on the floor, unfortunately, so if you would kindly get in touch with them prior to booking, they can discuss any arrangements, depending on the type of event you wish to attend. Accessible Ticketing booking procedure: Please get in touch with the Venue before you buy your tickets by e-mailing access@o2academyoxford.co.uk to inform them of any access or personal assistant requirements you may have. After that part's done, and you've purchased your ticket via www.ticketmaster.co.uk just get back in touch with the Venue to finish up your reservation. They will do their best to make it as smooth a process as possible for you. Companion ticket If you need a ticket for a companion, carer or personal assistant, please just let them know when you book. If you would like to come and see any area of the venue during office hours, they would be more than happy to show you around. Service Hours: access@o2academyoxford.co.uk Accessible Tickets Ticketmaster, on behalf of its clients, strives to make it as easy as possible to purchase accessible seating tickets for venues across the country. Note: Venues are solely responsible for establishing their own accessible seating ticket policies. Some venues sell all or a portion of their accessible seating tickets only through their box office and not through Ticketmaster.

Children

Gigs: No under 8s please (think about it), but feel free to contact us if you are unsure and avoid disappointment. 8-13 years, you'll need to attend with an adult (18+).

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