Arrive early: Reach at least 30 minutes before the time of the concert to ensure timely entry. Pack light: Only small bags are allowed inside the O2 Arena, so it is best to pack light.
How early should I get to the 02?
I would suggest queuing as early as possible, depending in what event you are attending at the O2. Knowing how popular the O2 is, I would recommend a maximum of 3 or 4 hours before the start time of the event, this will be the same even if you have O2 priority tickets.
What time do concerts usually start at the O2?
Generally doors open at 6:30. The support act comes on at about 7:50 and the main act at 9pm. However for my concert the website clearly showed these timings it is possible therefore that your show actually does start at 6.
What time do concerts usually finish at the O2?
Events in the arena finish no later than 11pm (Monday-Saturday) and no later than 10.30pm on Sunday. But every show is different. Exact timings may not be available until the event gets closer. Take a look at the webpage (The O2 events diary) for your show, as soon as we have this information, it will be listed there.
Can you arrive late at the O2?
For most events yes. However, for some events you can’t enter until a suitable break in the performance.
What time do doors open O2?
Opening Times | The O2. The O2 is open daily from 10:00 – 22:00.
Is it cold inside the O2?
The inside of the o2 is very cold unlike an indoor shopping mall. So wrap warm if you are going to be walking around inside to shop and browse the stores in winter. There are so many restaurants and bars. The shopping outlet is big.
How long before a concert do you arrive?
Generally speaking, the golden rule is to get there an hour before the first act is due to come on stage. Leaving it any later may mean missing the support, or worse, being late to see the main act. You never know. Treat the concert like an experience and get there early and you can’t go wrong.
How long is a concert that starts at 7?
if it started at 7, it could end at 7:45, or 9:00, or 2 in the morning. That could be true if it started at 6 or at 3:30. It ends when it ends. But a typical concert runs about two hours, with an intermission of 15 minutes in the middle.
How early should I get to a concert to get to the front?
Arrive right when the doors open if you have general admission tickets. Sometimes this is only an hour before the show begins, and other times it’s hours. Depending on how committed you are to getting a spot in the front row, you should get there as early as you can.
Can I take a handbag into the o2?
You will be permitted to take an A4 size bag or smaller into the arena. One bag is allowed per person. We class small bags as no larger than A4 size or standard handbags. Backpacks, travel cases, laptop bags and large tote bags are NOT permitted inside the arena.
How long after doors open does a concert start?
Typically, doors open at smaller pavilion type venues about an hour to hour and a half before the opening band goes on. Larger venues like arenas and stadiums usually open the doors 2–4 hours prior to the start of the show.
How long is a normal set at a concert?
Usually a headlining act will perform a 90 minute set. This can vary greatly depending on the musician or band. Some may play for two hours or more, while others may only play for an hour. Ultimately, it all depends on the concert and the performers.
What should I wear to walk over The O2?
1. We shall supply you with a Climb suit, ECCO shoes, harness and safety equipment which you will need for your Climb. You must wear this clothing and equipment at all times during the Climb and must not interfere with it in anyway whatsoever after it has been attached by your Climb Guide.
Is there a dress code for The O2?
Do you have a dress code? There’s no dress code for most events.
How strict is O2 clear bag policy?
One bag is allowed per person. We class small bags as no larger than A4 size or standard handbags. Backpacks, travel cases, laptop bags and large tote bags are NOT permitted inside the arena.
Can you arrive at a concert late?
How Late Should I Show Up To A Concert? If you arrive 30 minutes late and have reserved seats, you should not be late; if you arrive 30 minutes late, you should not be late. As previously stated, venues frequently set aside an hour or so before the concert to allow patrons to buy food, drinks, and merchandise.
How long does a concert last?
Expect a concert to last anything from 90 minutes to two hours, and that is a pretty good guide. There is often a 15-20 minute interval too. However, with artists being very much in control of their music, it’s also correct to say that a concert can last much longer, from two and a half hours to three hours.
Can you take snacks into the O2?
Food and drink cannot be brought into the venue. Bottle tops will be removed from all bottles purchased from concourse outlets or bars inside The O2 arena. The O2 arena does not have cloakroom facilities. There is no re-admission once you have left the venue.
Can you smoke inside O2?
The O2 is a no smoking venue. The smoking area is just outside The O2’s main entrance. Remember, if you’re coming to an event at the arena, indigo or Building Six, you can’t leave and re-enter once you’ve gone through ticket checking.
What time do doors close at the O2?
It is open from 12 p.m. until 7 p.m. On arena event days, till 9 p.m.