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O2 Academy Glasgow in Glasgow has 86 upcoming events: 80 concerts, 2 festivals, 2 comedy shows, 1 theatre show, and 1 club night. Browse the full calendar below, with dates, times and official ticket links.
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About O2 Academy Glasgow

The O2 Academy Glasgow (formerly the Carling Academy Glasgow) is a music venue on Eglinton Street in the Gorbals (Laurieston) area of Glasgow. It holds 2,500 people. It was one of two Academy Music Group venues in Glasgow, until the O2 ABC Glasgow closed due to fire damage in 2018.

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Getting there

🚉 Public transport

  • Bridge StreetMetro station170 m · 3 min walk
  • West StreetMetro station450 m · 7 min walk
  • Broomielaw Quay PontoonFerry terminal690 m · 11 min walk
  • St EnochMetro station820 m · 13 min walk
  • Glasgow CentralTrain station880 m · 14 min walk
  • Argyle StreetTrain station950 m · 15 min walk

🅿️ Parking

  • St EnochMulti-storey car park · 360 spaces700 m · 11 min walk
  • Glasgow Club GorbalsCar park730 m · 12 min walk
  • Underground car park750 m · 12 min walk
  • Oswald Street Car ParkMulti-storey car park750 m · 12 min walk

Distances are measured in a straight line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

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🍽️ Eat & drink nearby

  • Istanbul CakesRestaurant260 m · 4 min walk
  • The Laurieston BarPub270 m · 4 min walk
  • Namak MandiRestaurant · afghan280 m · 5 min walk
  • Bayt Al ShamRestaurant310 m · 5 min walk
  • The Brazen HeadPub380 m · 6 min walk
  • Palm Tree KitchenRestaurant · yemeni380 m · 6 min walk
  • ColBehRestaurant420 m · 7 min walk
  • Levante CuisineRestaurant · lebanese430 m · 7 min walk

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O2 Academy Glasgow: FAQs

What's on at O2 Academy Glasgow?

O2 Academy Glasgow has 86 upcoming events. Next up: Stephen Wilson Jr. - Gary the Torch Tour on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.

Where is O2 Academy Glasgow?

O2 Academy Glasgow is located at 121 Eglinton Street, Glasgow, G59NT.

How big is O2 Academy Glasgow?

O2 Academy Glasgow has a capacity of around 2,500.

Is there parking at O2 Academy Glasgow?

We do not have our own parking facilities, but there are options with parking vouchers as well as being free in some streets after 6pm or 8pm. There is also a 159 space car park at Bridge Street subway station, around 300 metres away on Eglinton Street. We have a drop off point at the entrance of our venue.

Does O2 Academy Glasgow have accessible seating?

O2 Academy Glasgow has a viewing area in the auditorium accessible via a ramp for wheelchair users or anyone who requires assistance. We can accommodate five wheelchairs and stools. Bench seating is available either side of the viewing area, please do contact us in advance of coming to a show should you require a reservation.

When is the O2 Academy Glasgow box office open?

From 7pm on show days only.

What is the nearest station to O2 Academy Glasgow?

The nearest station is Bridge Street (Metro station), about 170 m from O2 Academy Glasgow.

Which hotels are closest to O2 Academy Glasgow?

The closest places to stay are Premier Inn (530 m), Clayton Hotel (670 m), and Aparthotel Adagio Glasgow Central (680 m).

When did O2 Academy Glasgow open?

O2 Academy Glasgow opened in 2003.