The Tumbling PaddiesLiverpool · Fri, 23 Oct 2026

About this event

The Tumbling Paddies at O2 Academy Liverpool: show day guide

Show starts

19:00

The Tumbling Paddies on stage(est.)

19:00

Set length(est.)

1 hr, 50 mins

Expected finish(est.)

20:50

Getting there

Liverpool Lime Street, 170 m (3 min walk)

Parking

Parking and by car As we're in a prime city centre location, we're easy to get to by all major approach roads, including the M62, M58 and M6.

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

No under 8s. Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18 at all times (with a maximum of three under 14s to one adult). Under 25s require ID (passport/ driving licence) to purchase alcohol. No smoking. 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 Cashel Rugby Club, Cashel on 22 August 2026

1. 1Night on the Town
2. 2Untold Story
3. 3Dirty Old Town (Ewan MacColl)
4. 4Take Me Home, Country Roads (John Denver)
5. 5The Rattlin' Bog (Irish Traditional)
6. 6The Single Life
7. 7Instrumental Break
8. 8Closing Time
9. 9Highland Paddy (Wolfe Tones)
10. 10Take Me Home
11. 11Superstars and Superheroes
12. 12Take It Easy (Eagles)
13. 13Rockin' All Over the World (John Fogerty)
14. 14Daytime Friends (Kenny Rogers)
15. 15Try a Little Kindness (Glen Campbell)
16. 16Fisherman's Blues (The Waterboys)
17. 17The Irish Rover (Joseph M. Crofts)
18. 18You're All That Matters
19. 19Instrumental Break
20. 20Pretty Girl
21. 21Step It Out Mary (Danny Doyle)
22. 22McAlpine's Fusiliers (Dominic Behan)
23. 23Walk of Life (Dire Straits)
24. 24I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me) (Whitney Houston)
25. 25The Way I Am
26. 26Closing Time

Setlist data: setlist.fm · The Tumbling Paddies

Line-up

• The Tumbling Paddies13 upcoming dates

Parking

Parking and by car As we're in a prime city centre location, we're easy to get to by all major approach roads, including the M62, M58 and M6. There's some street parking that's free after 6pm, but limited on Bridport Street) but if you're driving, use car parking at The Liner, it's right next to us at the top of Lord Nelson Street. You can even guarantee a space by pre-booking, even during the busiest of times, using JustPark. The postcode for your sat nav is L3 5QB. Disabled parking and by car We do not have our own parking facilities, but there are some bays outside our venue on Bridport Street and places if you are Blue Badge holder, plus there are options for drop off outside at the main entrance. There are secure (manned) parking facilities at The Liner, it's right next to us at the top of Lord Nelson Street. The post code for your sat nav is L3 5QB.

Accessible seating

For disabled access please call the venue on the dedicated line 0151 707 3200 where your booking can be processed and your requirements noted. Please note that no other query can be dealt with on this line.

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

Gigs: The minimum age is 8 unless with written permission from venue management. Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult. Clubs: Strictly over 18s (Photographic ID may be required)

Box office

O2 Academy Liverpool Box Office is not open during the day for purchasing physical tickets. To purchase tickets in person, the Box Office will be open for 1 hour between 6pm and 7pm on show nights, please note door sales are CARD ONLY. All tickets subject to booking fee. Please see our venue scheduling or contact the Box Office on the above number or email for confirmation of when we will be open.

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