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The RiflesBirmingham · Sat, 21 Nov 2026

19:00 local time

About this event

The Rifles takes place at O2 Institute Birmingham, Birmingham on Saturday, 21 November 2026, starting at 19:00 local time.

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

The line-up includes The Rifles and Joe Carnall JNR.

O2 Institute Birmingham has 71 upcoming events on our calendar.

Lineup: The Rifles Joe Carnall Jnr Nico Cann 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
Digbeth High Street · Tram stop · 80 m · 1 min walk

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The Rifles at O2 Institute Birmingham: show day guide

Show starts
19:00
The Rifles on stage(est.)
19:45
Set length(est.)
1 hr, 20 mins
Expected finish(est.)
21:05
Getting there
Digbeth High Street, 80 m (1 min walk)
Parking
There's some street parking locally, so check the pay and display options on Milk Street and Coventry Street nearby if you travel by car.

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
A max of 4 tickets per person and per household applies for the presale, rising to a max of 8 tickets per person and per household for the general sale. Tickets in excess of this will be cancelled.
Please note
Age Restrictions: Stalls 14+. Balcony 8+. No under 8s. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol. A max of 4 tickets per person and per household applies for the presale, rising to a max of 8 tickets per person and per household for the general sale. Tickets in excess of this will be cancelled.

What to expect: recent setlist

From The Adrian Flux Waterfront Studio, Norwich on 13 March 2026 · Tour: Unplugged Tour 2026

  1. 1Talking
  2. 2Time In Hand
  3. 3All Aboard
  4. 4The Great Escape
  5. 5Shoot From the Lip
  6. 6She's the Only One
  7. 7Robin Hood
  8. 8Peace & Quiet
  9. 9Minute Mile
  10. 10Spend a Lifetime
  11. 11Rock the Boat
  12. 12Coming Home
  13. 13Toe Rag
  14. 14Winter Calls
  15. 15I'm Alive
  16. 16When I'm Alone
  17. 17Local Boy
  18. 18Out in the Past
  19. 19Romeo & Julie

Most played songs on this tour

  • Peace & Quiet×8
  • Rock the Boat×7
  • Local Boy×7
  • Romeo & Julie×7
  • The Great Escape×6
  • Robin Hood×6
  • Minute Mile×6
  • Coming Home×6
  • Out in the Past×5
  • All Aboard×4

Setlist data: setlist.fm · The Rifles

Line-up

Venue: O2 Institute Birmingham

78 Digbeth High Street, Birmingham, B5 6DY
Parking
There's some street parking locally, so check the pay and display options on Milk Street and Coventry Street nearby if you travel by car. The Bullring car park has hundreds of spaces. Entrances are on Smallbrook Queensway and Park Street. The Mailbox car park is also close at Wharfside Street, enter B1 1RD or Royal Mail Street into sat nav and we're around 600 metres away.
Accessible seating
The Institute strives to make all the shows at the venue accessible to everyone and to make sure things keep improving. It was built in the early 1900s, so there are challenges, but the venue representatives will do their best to identify issues and come up with practical solutions. If you require the wheelchair accessible platform please reserve your space with the venue before booking your ticket, your space can only be reserved by emailing access@o2institutebirmingham.co.uk and these are offered on a first come first served basis. You can also contact the venue through text relay by 18002 0121 437 4150 Wheelchair spaces are available when you book, but they're limited on a first come, first served basis If you are a wheelchair user, please get in touch to book tickets by phone, call us between 12pm and 4pm, Monday to Friday on 0121 437 4150 or email access@o2institutebirmingham.co.uk to discuss your access and personal assistant requirements. You can also contact the venue through text relay by 18002 0121 437 4150
Venue rules
No cameras, video cameras or audio recording. No food, bottles, cans or alcohol to be brought onto the premises. No smoking. Security measures are in place so there will be bag checks on arrival. Only one small bag per person is permitted, and it must not be bigger than A4 size. Height: 29.7cm Width: 21cm Depth: 15cm Large bags, including rucksacks, are not allowed and there are no facilities to leave any luggage so please make alternative arrangements. If you really have to bring a bag and its preferable you don't, please make sure its small.
Children
It's always best to check the age restrictions for each event in advance as they vary from show to show. All shows are 14+ but if you're under 16 - we'll translate - that means if you're between 14 years and 16 years, you'll need to come with an adult (someone 18+) please. If it says 14+, 16+, 18+, 21+… be sure to check before you book and remember to carry proof of age if you need it. All shows are 14+ but if you're under 16 - we'll translate - that means if you're between 14 years and 16 years, you'll need to come with an adult (someone 18+) please. If it says 14+, 16+, 18+, 21+… be sure to check before you book and remember to carry proof of age if you need it.
Seating chart
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The Rifles: FAQs

When is The Rifles?

The Rifles is scheduled for Saturday, 21 November 2026 at 19:00 local time.

Where is The Rifles taking place?

At O2 Institute Birmingham, 78 Digbeth High Street, Birmingham B5 6DY.

How much are tickets for The Rifles?

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 Institute Birmingham?

There's some street parking locally, so check the pay and display options on Milk Street and Coventry Street nearby if you travel by car. The Bullring car park has hundreds of spaces. Entrances are on Smallbrook Queensway and Park Street. The Mailbox car park is also close at Wharfside Street, enter B1 1RD or Royal Mail Street into sat nav and we're around 600 metres away.

What songs will The Rifles play?

At their most recent show (13 March 2026, Norwich) The Rifles played 19 songs, including Talking, Time In Hand, All Aboard, The Great Escape, and Shoot From the Lip.

Does The Rifles have other upcoming dates?

Yes — The Rifles has 10 upcoming dates, including Newcastle upon Tyne (6 Nov), Glasgow (7 Nov), and Bristol (12 Nov).

Who is supporting The Rifles at O2 Institute Birmingham?

The line-up also includes Joe Carnall JNR.

What time does The Rifles go on stage?

The Rifles is expected on stage around 19:45, after Joe Carnall JNR. The show itself starts at 19:00 local time.

How long is The Rifles's set?

Recent shows ran to 19 songs, about 1 hr, 20 mins on stage, so expect to finish around 21:05.

The Rifles

Sat, 21 Nov 2026

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